Immerse yourself in this beautiful, absorbing guide to the marine world.
An updated new edition of Richard Adams Carey's illuminating journey across the globe to uncover the secrets of the sturgeon, originally published in 2005.
Travel the world with extraordinary tales of the botanical discoveries that have shaped empires.
The remarkable family of proteins that can make us very ill—but can also be linked to long-term memory, immunity, and the origin of life
This book presents an exciting new perspective on color and light in the underwater world of the sea
Fascinating work that changes everything you thought you knew about plants; making a compelling scientific case about plant intelligence and behavior
The story of the mammals, from their earliest development to their emergence out of the shadows to dominance of the recent history of our planet.
Dive into the ocean's wonders with "The Science of the Ocean." Stunning photography and illustrations reveal marine life, from coral reefs to deep trenches. Published with the Natural History Museum, this book brings the underwater world to life.
Discover the astonishing truth about our aquatic cousins
The untold story of a stunning discovery: not only can birds smell, but their scents may be the secret to understanding their world.
Covering diverse species from garter snakes to Komodo dragons, this book delves into the evolutionary origins and fascinating details of the mysterious social lives of reptiles.
I had attached myself to the birds. I couldn't move on until the birds moved on, and the birds couldn't move on without the spring.
An amazing journey into the hidden realm of nature’s sounds
A comprehensive dictionary of bird names of the Western Palaearctic, vernacular and scientific names are covered, as well as their history.
Songs, barks, roars, hoots, squeals, and growls: exploring the mysteries of how animals communicate by sound
An engaging exploration of the wondrous social webs that permeate life in animal societies around the world.
Birds, hormones, and extraordinary behavior: The story of the tiny but mighty golden-collared manakin of Panama
A richly illustrated atlas of the world's deserts and drylands, their ecosystems, and environments
From the monotonous lark to the rough-faced shag, these poor birds have us all asking: ARE ORNITHOLOGISTS OK?
Uses the latest research to explain how traffic causes a drastic loss of wildlife on the countryside, and what can be done about it.
An engaging historical overview and forward-looking account of our profound relationship with trees.
A lavishly illustrated look at how evolution plays out in selective breeding.
In this Very Short Introduction about viruses, Dorothy Crwaford examines the recents rise in emerging virus infections.
In Viruses, virus expert and author Marilyn Roossinck presents a comprehensive and richly illustrated introduction to viruses that reveals their true nature.
