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Life at the Speed of Light: From the Double Helix to the Dawn of Digital Life
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J. Craig Venter
“A dispatch from the front, urgent and engaged, as only a participant could write it, and the best of its genre since James D. Watson’s The Double Helix’ — Edward O. Wilson, University Research Professor Emeritus, Harvard University“A guide to the future of life from one of the scientists helping to create it’ — Washington Post
In his characteristically brash, lively book, Craig Venter gives us nature-as-computer… His vision is to code, debug and compile synthetic organisms that will make us and our environment healthier, more harmonious, better’ — Nathaniel Comfort, Nature
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The Brain: The Story of You
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This is the fascinating story of the intricate relationship between your brain and your life, as told by renowned neuroscientist David Eagleman. Join him on a thrilling journey through the inner cosmos, exploring extreme sports, criminal justice, brain surgery, robotics, and the search for immortality. Amidst the complexity of billions of brain cells and their connections, Eagleman uncovers the unexpected emergence of ‘you’. Prepare for a whistle-stop tour of the wonders of the brain and its impact on our lives.
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How Evolution Explains Everything About Life: From Darwin’s Brilliant Idea To Today’s Epic Theory
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“How Evolution Explains Everything About Life: From Darwin’s Brilliant Idea to Today’s Epic Theory” is a book written by New Scientist, a popular science and technology magazine. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the theory of evolution, from its origins with Charles Darwin to the latest research in genetics and molecular biology. The book covers a range of topics related to evolution, including natural selection, genetic drift, adaptation, and speciation. It also explores the implications of evolution for understanding the diversity of life on Earth, including the evolution of humans. The book is written in a clear and accessible style, making it suitable for both general readers and those with a background in science. It is part of the “New Scientist Instant Expert” series, which aims to provide in-depth coverage of complex scientific topics.
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A Short History of Nearly Everything: A Journey through Space and Time
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- Best-Selling Popular Science book of the 21st Century
- Samuel Johnson Prize for Non-Fiction Nominee (2004)
- EU Descartes Prize for science communication (2005)
- J. A. Hollon palkinto Winner (2006)
- The Aventis Prizes for Science Books for best general science book (2004)
The ultimate eye-opening journey through time and space, A Short History of Nearly Everything is the biggest-selling popular science book of the 21st century and has sold over 2 million copies.
‘Truly impressive…It’s hard to imagine a better rough guide to science.’ Guardian
‘A travelogue of science, with a witty, engaging, and well-informed guide‘ The Times
Mr Bryson has a natural gift for clear and vivid expression. I doubt that a better book for the layman about the findings of modern science has been written ― Sunday Telegraph
A fascinating idea, and I can’t think of many writers, other than Bryson, who would do it this well. It’s the sort of book I would have devoured as a teenager. It might well turn unsuspecting young readers into scientists. And the famous, slightly cynical humour is always there ― Evening Standard
A genuinely useful and readable book. There is a phenomenal amount of fascinating information packed between its covers … A thoroughly enjoyable, as well as educational, experience. Nobody who reads it will ever look at the world around them in the same way again ― Daily Express
Of course, there are people much better qualified than Bill Bryson to attempt a project of this magnitude. None of them, however, can write fluent Brysonese, which, as pretty much the entire Western reading public now knows, is an appealing mixture of self-deprecation, wryness and punnery ― Spectator
The very book I have been looking for most of my life… Bryson wears his knowledge with aplomb and a lot of very good jokes ― Daily Mail
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The Song Of The Cell: An Exploration Of: An Exploration of Medicine and the New Human
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From Pulitzer Prize-winning author Siddhartha Mukherjee, The Song of The Cell is a revelatory exploration of cells and their profound impact on biology and medicine. Mukherjee’s vivid storytelling traces the discovery of cells by Robert Hooke and Antonie van Leeuwenhoek, and how this understanding has transformed medicine. With personal anecdotes and captivating prose, Mukherjee paints a panoramic and intimate picture of the revolutionary field of cellular therapies in this extraordinary book.
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Becoming Wild : How Animals Learn to be Animals
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Human Origins: 7 Million Years And Counting
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“Human Origins: 7 Million Years and Counting” is a book from the “New Scientist Instant Expert” series that provides a comprehensive overview of the latest scientific research on the origins of the human species. The book traces the evolution of hominins – the group of primates that includes humans – over the past seven million years, from the earliest bipedal apes to the emergence of Homo sapiens. It covers topics such as the genetics of human evolution, the development of language, the origins of tool use, and the emergence of agriculture and civilization. Written by a team of experts in the field, the book presents complex scientific ideas in an accessible and engaging way, making it an ideal introduction to the fascinating story of human evolution.
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Explaining Life Through Evolution
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“A good book for people who want straight answers to tough questions about evolution.” –– Dr. Mary Jane West-Eberhard, author of Developmental Plasticity and Evolution and 2021 recipient of the Linnean Medal
“This incredibly readable and engaging primer on evolutionary principles and processes is a ‘must have’ for any reader’s bookshelf. I enjoyed not only the elaboration of how evolution works but also the sections on misconceptions and applications. It even clarifies important timely topics like race as a social rather than genetic construct and our current COVID-19 pandemic.” — Dr. Mohamed Noor, Darwin-Wallace Medal winner; Dean of Natural Sciences, Duke University
“An enlightening and entertaining climb through the tree of life. Prosanta Chakrabarty is a superb educator who wants more than anything to persuade you to think. He offers an accessible and affable guide to evolution, what it is, what it isn’t, how it works and why it matters – especially right now. Essential reading for students, teachers and anyone who’s ever wondered how life on earth came to be the way it is.” — Dr. Helen Scales, author of Spirals in Time and The Brilliant Abyss
“Chakrabarty weaves his lived experiences into this poignant discussion of evolution, covering key concepts that are vital to our understanding of current conditions like mutation and natural selection. Important for any book on evolutionary biology is discussion of how the discipline has been (too often) misused to conflate socially constructed categories like gender, and here Chakrabarty’s incandescent analysis shines light on the problems with historical and present-day interpretations of evolution, while enlightening us about those who work at the cutting edges of the field. We need this book, to guide us through viral pandemics and social change, and to provide literacy so that we can work together toward a thriving future world.” — Dr. Jessica Ware; Associate Curator, American Museum of Natural History and winner of the ‘Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers’
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The Invention of Surgery: A History of Modern Medicine: From the Renaissance to the Implant Revolution
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“Brace yourself! The Invention of Surgery is a globetrotting historical adventure, told from the inside of the operating room. Through a series of colorful, bizarre and, at times, stomach-churning stories, Dr. Schneider reveals how the human, messy side of surgical history adds up to the wondrous advances we see today. This is medical writing at its most exhilarating.”
– Michael Paul Mason, author of Head Cases: Stories of Brain Injury and Its Aftermath“Comprehensively researched, deftly told, and radiating both intellect and passion, The Invention of Surgery is essential reading for anyone interested not only in the history but also in the future of medicine. This book is a labor of love, and it shows.”
– Frank Huyler, author of The Blood of Strangers: Stories from Emergency Medicine“Rampaging through surgery’s history, David Schneider’s unique take on its heroes and their achievements is cut with poignant, pithy stories from his own experience of repairing our bodies. He celebrates the audacity of putting something foreign inside of us, ruminates on its current costs and ethics, and asks us to join him on a fascinating ride into the future of implants.”
– Helen Bynum PhD, author of Spitting Blood: The History of Tuberculosis“Bold and compelling… Uniformly excellent, and often wryly amusing.“– The Wall Street Journal
“A history of surgery that is informative, entertaining, and highly readable.” –Library Journal
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The Secret Life Of The Human Body
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Determined: Life Without Free Will
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A NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER
‘Utterly fascinating … with mind-boggling implications’ FRANS DE WAAL
One of the world’s greatest scientists of human behaviour, the bestselling author of Behave, shows that free will does not exist – and challenges us to rethink the notions of choice, identity, responsibility, justice, morality and how we live together.
‘One of the best scientist-writers of our time’ OLIVER SACKS
‘Moving, absorbing, compassionate’ OLIVER BURKEMAN, Observer
Behind every thought, action and experience there lies a chain of biological and environmental causes, stretching back from the moment a neuron fires to the dawn of our species and beyond. Nowhere in this infinite sequence is there a place where free will could play a role.
Without free will, it makes no more sense to punish people for antisocial behaviour than it does to scold a car for breaking down. It is no one’s fault they are poor or overweight or unsuccessful, nor do people deserve praise for their talent or hard work; ‘grit’ is a myth. This mechanistic view of human behaviour challenges our most powerful instincts, but history suggests that we have already made great strides toward it: where once we saw demonic possession or cowardice, for example, now we diagnose illness or trauma and offer help.
Determined confronts us with our true nature: who and what we are is biology and nothing more. Disturbing and liberating in equal measure, it explores the far-reaching implications for society of accepting this reality. Monumentally difficult as it may be, the reward will be a far more just and humane world.
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Genetics 101
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A clear and straightforward explanation of genetics in this new edition of the popular 101 series. Our genetic makeup determines so much about who we are and what we pass on to our children from eye color, to height, to health and even our longevity. Genetics 101 breaks down the science of how genes are inherited and passed from parents to offspring, what DNA is and how it works, how your DNA affects your health and how you can use your personal genomics to find out more about who you are and where you come from. Whether you’re looking for a better scientific understanding of genetics or looking into your own DNA, Genetics 101 is your go-to source to discover more about both yourself and your ancestry.
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The Idea Of The Brain: A History
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“The Idea of the Brain” is a book by Professor Matthew Cobb that explores the history of our understanding of the brain and how it has evolved over time. The book covers a wide range of topics, from ancient beliefs about the brain to the latest advances in neuroscience, and offers a thought-provoking analysis of the cultural, social, and scientific factors that have shaped our understanding of this complex organ. The author examines the major figures in the history of neuroscience, such as Galen, Descartes, and Ramón y Cajal, and explains how their ideas have influenced the development of modern neuroscience. He also discusses the ethical and philosophical implications of our growing knowledge of the brain, and how it is changing our understanding of ourselves and our place in the world. With its engaging writing style and interdisciplinary approach, “The Idea of the Brain” is a fascinating exploration of one of the most complex and mysterious organs in the human body.
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The Body: A Guide for Occupants
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‘It is a feat of narrative skill to bake so many facts into an entertaining and nutritious book.‘– The Daily Telegraph
Readable and useful … witty, jargon-free prose that glides you through 400 pages. It’s fun to read because it’s not just comprehensive, but quirky. — Richard Morrison ― The Times
Remarkable … Every page is dense with scientific facts written as vividly as a thriller, as well as answers to conundrums such as why we don’t fall out of bed when we are asleep … It is woven through with the kind of human stories that Bryson has made his trademark. ― Mail on Sunday
A directory of wonders. Extraordinary stories about the heart, lungs, genitals … plus some anger and life advice – all delivered in the inimitable Bryson style — Gavin Francis ― Guardian
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Darwin: The man, his great voyage, and his Theory of Evolution
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‘Gets right to the heart of what makes us what we are. Read it!’ Angela Saini, author of Inferior and Superior: The Return of Race Science
The popular science equivalent of Who Do You Think You Are?
Popular science master Brian Clegg’s new book is an entertaining tour through the science of what makes you you.
What’s great about the book overall is both Clegg’s gift as a storyteller – it’s just an excellent, pageturning read – and the way he threads together so many revelations about us as humans, the sort of thing that you want to share with someone else. ― popularscience.co.uk
The most interesting part is when the book explores what consciousness is (or, rather, highlights how little we know about it but still shows how much more there is to “us” than the conscious part) and pulls apart the old nature versus nurture debate with some remarkable material on genetics and how the influence of our environment is mathematically chaotic. ― Peet Morris, Times Higher Education
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Living Planet: A new, fully updated edition of David Attenborough’s seminal portrait of life on Earth
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David Attenborough’s “The Living Planet” is a fully updated narrative edition of his seminal biography exploring the intricate lives of plant and animal species thriving or surviving within every extreme climate and habitat on Earth. Attenborough’s curiosity and enthusiasm illuminate the extraordinary adaptations of these species, from fish that walk to flightless birds that graze like deer. The book showcases their interdependence and ingenuity in contriving a living within their habitats. The updated edition includes the most recent discoveries of ecology and biology, a full-color 64-page photography section, and addresses the urgent issues facing our living planet, such as climate change, pollution, and mass extinction of species.
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The Code Breaker: Jennifer Doudna, Gene Editing, and the Future of the Human Race
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“It is a gripping tale, showing how our new ability to hack evolution will soon start throwing us curveballs.” — New Scientist
“An extraordinary book that delves into one of the most path-breaking biological technologies of our times and the creators who helped birth it. This brilliant book is absolutely necessary reading for our era.” — Siddhartha Mukherjee
“A magisterial biography of the co-discoverer of what has been called the greatest advance in biology since the discovery of DNA… A diligent historian and researcher, Isaacson lucidly explains CRISPR and refuses to pass it off as a far-fetched magic show. Some scientific concepts (nuclear fission, evolution) are easy to grasp but not CRISPR. Using charts, analogies, and repeated warnings for readers to pay attention, the author describes a massively complicated operation in which humans can program heredity…A vital book about the next big thing in science—and yet another top-notch biography from Isaacson.” — Kirkus Reviews
“Isaacson depicts science at its most exhilarating in this lively biography of Jennifer Doudna, the winner of the 2020 Nobel Prize in medicine for her work on the CRISPR system of gene editing…The result is a gripping account of a great scientific advancement and of the dedicated scientists who realized it.” — Publisher’s Weekly
“He’s done it again. The Code Breaker is another Walter Isaacson must-read. This time he has a heroine who will be for the ages; a worldwide cast of remarkable, fiercely competitive scientists; and a string of discoveries that will change our lives far more than the iPhone did. The tale is gripping. The implications mind-blowing.” – Atul Gawande
“Now more than ever we should appreciate the beauty of nature and the importance of scientific research; This book and Jennifer Doudna’s career show how thrilling it can be to understand how life works.” —Sue Desmond-Hellmann
“Isaacson, the Pulitzer Prize-winning author of best sellers Leonardo da Vinci and Steve Jobs, offers a startling, insightful look at this lifesaving, hugely significant scientific advancement and the brilliant Doudna, who wrestles with the serious moral questions that accompany her creation. Should this technology be offered to parents to tailor-make their babies into athletes or Einsteins? Who gets altered and saved and why?” — AARP
“Deftly written, conveying the history of CRISPR and also probing larger themes: the nature of discovery, the development of biotech, and the fine balance between competition and collaboration that drives many scientists.”— New York Review of Books
“Isaacson lays everything out with his usual lucid prose; it’s brisk and compelling and even funny throughout. You’ll walk away with a deeper understanding of both the science itself and how science gets done — including plenty of mischief.” – The Washington Post
“This story was always guaranteed to be a page-turner in [Isaacson’s] hands.” – The Guardian
“Isaacson captures the scientific process well, including the role of chance. The hard graft at the bench, the flashes of inspiration, the importance of conferences as cauldrons of creativity, the rivalry, sometimes friendly, sometimes less so, and the sense of common purpose are all conveyed in his narrative. The Code Breaker describes a dance to the music of time with these things as its steps, which began with Charles Darwin and Gregor Mendel and shows no sign of ending.” – The Economist
“Isaacson’s vivid account is a page-turning detective story and an indelible portrait of a revolutionary thinker who, as an adolescent in Hawai’i, was told that girls don’t do science. Nevertheless, she persisted.” — Oprah Magazine.com
“The Code Breaker is in some respects a journal of our 2020 plague year.”— The New York Times
“When a great biographer combines his own fascination with science and a superb narrative style, the result is magic. This important and powerful work, written in the tradition of The Double Helix, allows us not only to follow the story of a brilliant and inspired scientist as she engages in a fierce competitive race, but to experience for ourselves the wonders of nature and the joys of discovery.” —Doris Kearns Goodwin
“Walter Isaacson is our Renaissance biographer, a writer of unusual range and depth who has plumbed lives of genius to illuminate fundamental truths about human nature. From Leonardo to Steve Jobs, from Benjamin Franklin to Albert Einstein, Isaacson has given us an unparalleled canon of work that chronicles how we have come to live the way we do. Now, in a magnificent, compelling, and wholly original book, he turns his attention to the next frontier: that of gene editing and the role science may play in reshaping the nature of life itself. This is an urgent, sober, accessible, and altogether brilliant achievement.” —Jon Meacham
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Genome: The Autobiography of a Species in 23 Chapters
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“Genome: The Autobiography of a Species in 23 Chapters” is a fascinating book written by science writer Matt Ridley, exploring the human genome and the story of how it was sequenced. Through 23 chapters, each dedicated to a different chromosome, Ridley delves into the mysteries and complexities of human genetics, from the origins of life to the potential applications of genetic engineering. With his engaging style and deep knowledge of the subject, Ridley provides a captivating journey through the science of genetics and its impact on our understanding of ourselves and our world.
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The Book Of Humans
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In “The Book of Humans,” bestselling author Adam Rutherford explores what makes us human by taking a thrilling tour of the animal kingdom. Using the latest scientific discoveries, Rutherford delves into what sets us apart from other animals, from war and sex for pleasure to mastery of fire and creating art. This illuminating and accessible discussion sheds light on our unique place among the animal world and is praised by Dan Snow and Chris Packham, among others.
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The Naked Ape: A Zoologist’s Study of the Human Animal
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“The Naked Ape” is a thought-provoking book written by Desmond Morris, a zoologist and ethologist. In this book, Morris explores the biological and evolutionary roots of human behavior, providing a fascinating perspective on what it means to be human. Using his background in animal behavior, Morris draws parallels between human behavior and that of our primate relatives, shedding light on topics such as sex, aggression, and social interaction. With engaging anecdotes and a clear writing style, “The Naked Ape” challenges conventional ideas about human nature and provides a fresh perspective on our place in the animal kingdom.
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50 Ways The World Could End
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The book “50 Ways the World Could End” by Alok Jha is a reissued edition that explores the many ways in which humanity could face a catastrophic end. From natural disasters to technological mishaps, this book takes a thought-provoking and engaging look at the possible scenarios that could bring about the end of the world as we know it.
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The Emerging Mind: The Bbc Reith Lectures 2003
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“The Emerging Mind: The BBC Reith Lectures 2003” is a book authored by Vilayanur Ramachandran, a renowned neuroscientist, based on a series of lectures he delivered in 2003. The book explores some of the most intriguing questions in neuroscience, including how the brain processes information, how consciousness arises, and how the mind and body are connected. It has been widely praised for its clarity and accessibility.
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How Emotions Are Made: The Secret Life of the Brain
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- PEN/E.O. Wilson Prize for Literary Science Writing Nominee for Longlist (2018)
How Emotions Are Made did what all great books do. It took a subject I thought I understood and turned my understanding upside down. — Malcolm Gladwell, bestselling author of The Tipping Point
The definitive field guide to feelings and the neuroscience behind them. — Angela Duckworth, bestselling author of Grit
A brilliant and original book on the science of emotion, by the deepest thinker about this topic since Darwin — Daniel Gilbert, author of the bestseller Stumbling on Happiness
Meticulous, well-researched, and deeply thought out . . . For anyone who has struggled to reconcile brain and heart, this book will be a treasure; it explains the science without short-changing the humanism of its topic. — Andrew Solomon, bestselling author of Far from the Tree and The Noonday Demon
Radical and fascinating … How Emotions are Made defends a bold new vision of the most central aspects of human nature. — Paul Bloom, author of Against Empathy and How Pleasure Works
A provocative, insightful, and engaging analysis … You won’t think about emotions in the same way after you read this important book. — Daniel L. Schacter, author of The Seven Sins of Memory
Lisa Feldman Barrett illuminates the fascinating new science of our emotions. — Peggy Orenstein, author of Girls & Sex
Lisa Barrett writes with great clarity about how your emotions are not merely about what you’re born with, but also about how your brain pieces your feelings together, and how you can contribute to the process. She tells a compelling story. — Joseph Le Doux, author of Anxious and Synaptic Self
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Call of Nature: The Secret World of Dung
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“Call of Nature: The Secret World of Dung” by Richard Jones is an intriguing and entertaining exploration of the world of dung and its many inhabitants. Jones, an expert in entomology and ecology, offers a fascinating look at the myriad ways in which dung plays a crucial role in the natural world, from providing nutrients for plants to serving as a habitat for a vast array of creatures, including beetles, flies, and even some mammals. The book is filled with interesting facts, amusing anecdotes, and stunning photographs that bring the world of dung to life. Whether you’re a nature enthusiast or simply curious about the hidden workings of the natural world, “Call of Nature” is sure to delight and inform.
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Cracking Anatomy
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“Cracking Anatomy” by Ken Okona-Mensah is part of the “Cracking Series” and provides a comprehensive and accessible guide to the anatomy of the human body. The book is designed to help students and healthcare professionals understand the complex structure and function of the human body, with clear explanations and detailed illustrations. Whether you are studying for an anatomy exam or simply interested in learning more about the human body, “Cracking Anatomy” is a useful and informative resource.
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A Life on Our Planet: My Witness Statement and a Vision for the Future
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- Goodreads Choice Award for Science & Technology (2020)
‘Read this book to learn, but also to honour the man. We shall never see his like again.’ – Sunday Times
“The eminent traveler and naturalist delivers a combination of memoir and manifesto, the first leisurely, the second earnest….Recognizing that we are at a tipping point, Attenborough is refreshingly optimistic, noting that one thing humans do well is solve problems. Anyone concerned with the planet’s ecological future will want to spend time with this excellent book.“―Kirkus Reviews, starred review
In this scientifically informed account of the changes occurring in the world over the last century, award-winning broadcaster and natural historian shares a lifetime of wisdom and a hopeful vision for the future.
See the world. Then make it better.
I am 93. I’ve had an extraordinary life. It’s only now that I appreciate how extraordinary.As a young man, I felt I was out there in the wild, experiencing the untouched natural world – but it was an illusion. The tragedy of our time has been happening all around us, barely noticeable from day to day — the loss of our planet’s wild places, its biodiversity.
I have been witness to this decline. A Life on Our Planet is my witness statement, and my vision for the future. It is the story of how we came to make this, our greatest mistake — and how, if we act now, we can yet put it right.
We have one final chance to create the perfect home for ourselves and restore the wonderful world we inherited.
All we need is the will to do so.
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Entangled Life: How Fungi Make Our Worlds, Change Our Minds and Shape Our Futures
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Astonishing… It seems somehow to tip the natural world upside down ― Observer
Riveting and surprising at every turn… A sensory as well as an intellectual pleasure ― New Statesman
A true masterpiece, a thrilling and fascinating insight into the living world, beautifully written, entertaining, funny, and inspiring, while representing science carefully and responsibly. I hope and trust that it will become an instant classic — GEORGE MONBIOT
A revelation… Sheldrake engages us in a miraculous web of connections, interactions and communication that changes the way we need to look at life, the planet and ourselves –– ISABELLA TREE, author of Wilding
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The Brain That Changes Itself: Stories of Personal Triumph from the Frontiers of Brain Science
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An utterly wonderful book – without question one of the most important books about the brain you will ever read; yet it is beautifully written, immensely approachable, and full of humanity. Its message is one of hope: it is not just our brains that shape our thinking, but our thinking that, very definitely, shapes our brains.
Doidge has identified a tidal shift in basic science and a potential one in medicine. The implications are monumental — Penny Wark ― The Times
A remarkable and hopeful portrait of the endless adaptability of the human brain — Oliver Sacks ― author of The Man Who Mistook His Wife for a Hat
A wonderful and engaging way of re-imagining what kind of creatures we are — Jeanette Winterson ― The Guardian
The power of positive thinking finally gains scientific credibility. Miracle-making stuff –– Abigail Zuger ― The New York Times
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River Out Of Eden
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The River Out of Eden is a book by Richard Dawkins that explains how evolution works. Dawkins uses the metaphor of a river of DNA to describe the flow of genetic information from the beginning of life on earth to the present day. He argues that DNA is the most sophisticated information system known to exist and explains how it has driven the process of evolution over billions of years. The book focuses on how evolution happens, rather than a chronological narrative of what has happened in evolution. Dawkins also discusses current theories on human evolution, including the idea that we all trace back to a recent African “Eve,” and suggests that the “information explosion” that occurred with the advent of DNA has likely happened elsewhere in the universe. The book was a bestseller and was well-received for its clear and accessible explanations of complex scientific concepts.
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The Curious World of Science: A visual miscelllany of stories, theories, discoveries & curiosities plucked from the scientific world
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“The Curious World of Science” by Simon Flynn is a visual miscellany of stories, theories, discoveries, and curiosities that have been plucked from the scientific world. The book provides an accessible and engaging overview of various scientific disciplines, including physics, chemistry, biology, geology, astronomy, and more. Through vivid illustrations, diagrams, and photographs, readers are invited to explore the fascinating world of science and to discover the wonders of the universe. The book offers a fresh and intriguing perspective on science, highlighting its beauty, complexity, and diversity. Whether you are a science enthusiast or a curious reader, “The Curious World of Science” is an excellent introduction to the fascinating world of science.
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The Awakened Brain: The Psychology of Spirituality
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Erudite, compelling . . . Miller’s iconoclasm challenges orthodoxies and common practice . . . what makes this a credible and original investigation is Miller’s solid and verifiable clinical and epidemiological data — Yasmin Alibhai-Brown ― i Newspaper
Lisa Miller is the leading psychologist of her generation on the benefits of religion and spirituality. She asks, ‘What makes life worth living?’ and finds evidence-based answers — Martin Seligman ― author of Learned Optimism
A new revolution of health and well being. She shows through scientific research, clinical insight, and personal experience that we can always choose between two modes of conscious awareness, each with profoundly different outcomes for our health and daily experience — Deepak Chopra ― author of Super Brain
A captivating look at what happens to our brains when we’re connected to something greater than ourselves – and what it does for our lives –– Adam Grant ― author of Think Again
Ushers in a new science of healing. This work is urgent; a vision for human potential that is sorely needed in our time . . . I simply could not put it down — Liz Murray ― author of Breaking Night: My Journey from Homeless to Harvard
Truly transformative . . . Lisa Miller’s life’s work and story weave a tapestry of science, psychology and spirituality which unfolds a world of mystery and meaning . . . reveals a unity to the universe that can be accessed by both heart and mind for our mental and physical well-being — The Rt Revd James Jones KBE ― author of Why Do People Suffer?
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DNA: The Story of the Genetic Revolution
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“DNA (Fully Revised and Updated): The Story of the Genetic Revolution” by James Watson is a comprehensive account of the discovery of DNA and its role in genetics. The book offers a detailed history of the scientific breakthroughs that led to our current understanding of DNA and the genetic code, including the contributions of Watson and his colleagues. It also explores the ethical and societal implications of genetic research and the potential for future discoveries. This updated edition includes recent developments in the field of genetics, such as CRISPR gene editing technology, and offers insights into the future of genetic research and its applications.
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Elegant Defense: The Extraordinary New Science Of The Immune System
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“A Elegant Defense: The Extraordinary New Science of the Immune System” by Matt Richtel is a captivating exploration of the immune system and its crucial role in protecting our bodies from illness and disease. Richtel weaves together personal stories of individuals facing health challenges with the history of scientific discoveries and breakthroughs in immunology. Through his extensive research and interviews with world-renowned scientists, he offers a comprehensive understanding of the immune system’s complexities, vulnerabilities, and resilience. This book is a remarkable blend of science and human interest, revealing the extraordinary potential of the immune system and the ongoing efforts to harness its power to improve human health.”
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An Immense World: How Animal Senses Reveal the Hidden Realms Around Us
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The Sunday Times Bestseller
‘Wonderful, mind-broadening… a journey to alternative realities as extraordinary as any you’ll find in science fiction’ — The Times, Book of the Week
‘Magnificent – an unbelievably immersive and mind-blowing account of how other animals experience our world‘ — Peter Wohlleben, author of The Hidden Life of Trees and The Inner Life of Animals
‘A delightful sensory experience: to see the world through the touch-vision of a scallop, to taste through the feet of a mosquito and hear through the feet of an elephant’ — Gaia Vince, author of Transcendence
‘A stunning achievement – steeped in science but suffused with magic’ — Siddhartha Mukherjee, author The Emperor of All Maladies
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The Sixth Extinction: An Unnatural History
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WINNER OF THE PULITZER PRIZE
ONE OF THE NEW YORK TIMES BOOK REVIEW‘S 10 BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR
A NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER
A NATIONAL BOOK CRITICS CIRCLE AWARD FINALIST“[The Sixth Extinction] is a wonderful book, and it makes very clear that big, abrupt changes can happen; they’re not outside the realm of possibility. They have happened before, they can happen again.” ―President Barack Obama
A major book about the future of the world, blending intellectual and natural history and field reporting into a powerful account of the mass extinction unfolding before our eyes
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The Origin of Species
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The theory of natural selection constructed by Charles Darwin is comprised in his revolutionary work of scientific literature called the Origin of Species. This piece of work recounts his ideas on the process of evolution of living beings based on the process of natural selection and it laid down the foundation for evolutionary biology. Initially published for literary reasons, Charles Darwin’s standing in the scientific circles drew attention to its contents. Inviting criticism from religious circles for its controversial conclusion, the Origin of Species was later accepted by the experts and several theories have been built upon it as an addition to the field of evolutionary biology.
The contents of the book were severely backed by Darwinian evidence, which gave it its authenticity and is now considered a pioneering work in effect for the study of modern evolution theory. The survival of the fittest is a theory every person is familiar with, as it is often used as an expression in generic situations. Charles Darwin proposed a theory that contains his views on population size and the species in general. Some of the key features of this book are the building blocks of society. Some of these are as follows: each population size remains almost the same over time, species have to struggle in order to survive and individuals belonging to the same species differ significantly. Darwin’s theory of evolution is still considered to be the best account ever given pertaining to the living being as an evolved species. Despite several modifications and rebukes, the hold of his book has not diminished.
The Origin of Species by Charles Darwin was published by Fingerprint Publishing in 2013. It is available in paperback. Key Features: The Origin of Species includes several examples and accounts that led to this Darwinian school of thought besides the theory itself.
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