Browsing: Biology

With “key insights to fields across the sciences, from botany to robotics” (The Boston Globe), this bold look at plant science investigates the potential for intelligence and communication in the plant world. “Compelling and fascinating” (The Guardian).

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).

“Exciting and novel” (Newsweek): Humans are crawling with colonies of microbes — and it’s impossible to be healthy without them! Explore the link between wellness, diseases, and microbiota. “A fascinating subject” (The Philadelphia Inquirer).

“This is an amazing, amazing story” (Ellen DeGeneres): When Stephen McGarva witnessed Puerto Rico’s notorious Dead Dog Beach, he devoted himself to saving the island’s unwanted dogs. A moving memoir and an eye-opening look at the unseen cost of the tourism industry.

In this New York Times bestseller, an award-winning science journalist explains the emergence of zoonotic diseases — illnesses that pass from animal to human — and the ways they are linked to disrupted ecosystems. “An essential work” (Booklist) with over 7,400 five-star Goodreads ratings.

Based on extensive research, these “marvelous stories” (Publishers Weekly) explain seemingly telepathic animal behavior to shed light on the powerful link between pets and owners. “All will be fascinated by the weight of the evidence” (Booklist).

This New York Times bestseller with over 4,000 five-star Goodreads ratings takes an “utterly engrossing” look (The Washington Post) into two lethal diseases: smallpox and anthrax. “One of the most horrifying things I’ve ever read in my life” (Stephen King).

In this New York Times bestseller, psychologist Irene Pepperberg chronicles the extraordinary bond she shared with African grey parrot Alex — and how it led to a scientific breakthrough and a life-changing, 30-year friendship. “A fascinating look at animal intelligence” (People).

Exploring the lives of octopuses, this National Book Award finalist and New York Times bestseller takes readers into their inner worlds and their relationships with humans. “A fascinating glimpse into an alien consciousness” (Kirkus Reviews), with nearly 5,900 five-star Goodreads ratings.