Browsing: Animals

This compelling read takes you to the depths of the ocean to explore the lives of whales! “Everything you want from a book… Unpredictable and amusing and informative and original, cavorting between biology, history, travel writing, and memoir” (New York Times bestselling author Mark Kurlansky).

“This memoir will captivate animal lovers” (Publishers Weekly starred review): Biologist Stacey describes the better part of two decades she spent caring for Wesley the barn owl, making fascinating discoveries and forging a deep bond with the animal. With over 3,700 five-star Goodreads ratings!

A New York Times bestseller in “a series that seems to get better with every entry” (The Wall Street Journal): When an old friend is murdered, the case takes Maisie Dobbs from her childhood neighborhood to London’s upper echelons. “I’m a huge Maisie Dobbs fan” (Lee Child).

In their second adventure, Bernie and Chet are called on to investigate threats made against an unlikely target – a…

When a scientist adopted an ailing stray cat, their surprising bond changed his views on life, love, and companionship. A thought-provoking memoir that offers “a perceptive and intelligent tribute to man’s other best friend” (Kirkus Reviews).

What do you do when the dog you just adopted hates you? When a terrier named Como came into Steven’s life, he had to learn how to be a patient pet owner… This hilarious and touching true story will delight all animal lovers!

When David Rosenfelt undertook a cross-country move with his family — and their 25 rescue dogs — he realized that even the most meticulous plans could go awry! This “warmhearted winner” (Kirkus Reviews) has nearly 1,000 five-star ratings on Goodreads.

When conservationist Lawrence Anthony took in a herd of wild elephants on his South African game reserve, it led to a life-changing bond with the majestic animals. “An inspiring, multifaceted account” (Publishers Weekly) with nearly 7,000 five-star ratings on Goodreads.

“Excellent” (Psychology Today): From an elephant family to a society of killer whales, this extraordinary New York Times bestseller illuminates animal behavior — and how it mirrors our own. “Captivating… A profound, scientifically based appeal for recognition of the kinship of all living things” (Kirkus Reviews starred review).

Princess Cimorene, the daughter of a very proper king, runs away to live with a very powerful dragon, Kazul. This…