Marine Biology: A Very Short Introduc...
Philip MladenovThe oceans are our planet's most distinctive and imposing natural habitat. They cover 71 percent of its surface; support a remarkably diverse and exquisitely adapted array of life forms, from microscopic viruses, bacteria, and plankto...
Fungi: A Very Short Introduction (Ver...
Nicholas P. MoneyThe variety of the mycological world is far greater than most people imagine. Tens of thousands of fungal species have been described and many more are known only from the abundance of their genes in soil and water. Fungi are hugely ...
Microbiology: A Very Short Introducti...
Nicholas P. MoneyIn recent decades we have come to realize that the microbial world is hugely diverse, and can be found in the most extreme environments. Fungi, single-celled protists, bacteria, archaea, and the vast array of viruses and sub-viral par...
The Hidden Half of Nature: The Microb...
David R. MontgomeryA riveting exploration of how microbes are transforming the way we see nature and ourselves―and could revolutionize agriculture and medicine.Prepare to set aside what you think you know about yourself and microbes. Good health―for...
The ocean teems with life that thrives under difficult situations in unusual environments. The Extreme Life of the Sea takes readers to the absolute limits of the ocean world--the fastest and deepest, the hottest and oldest creatures ...
Redesigning Life: How genome editing ...
John ParringtonSince the birth of civilisation, human beings have manipulated other life-forms. We have selectively bred plants and animals for thousands of years to maximise agricultural production and cater to our taste in pets. The observatio...
Visual Learning: Biology: An illustra...
Helen PilcherBarron’s new Visual Learning series breaks down complex science concepts into clear, captivating illustrations for the visual learner! With large, colorful graphics, including maps, diagrams, and labeled illustrations a...
UNLOCK THE SECRETS OF BIOLOGY with THE PRINCETON REVIEW.High School Biology Unlocked focuses on giving you a wide range of lessons to help increase your understanding of biology. With this book, you'll move from foundational concepts ...
How Animals Say Good Night: A Sweet G...
Anastasiya ProvozinaWhen the sun sets and the world goes dark, most creatures of the world begin to sleep. And this stunning, rhyming picture book will show your child how each animal gets ready for bed and tucks in for the night! From elephants to dolp...
Spillover: Animal Infections and the ...
David Quammen"Science writing as detective story at its best." ―Jennifer Ouellette, Scientific AmericanA New York Times Notable Book of the Year, a Scientific American Best Book of the Year, and a Finalist for the National Book Critics...
The Sea Is All about Us: A Guidebook ...
Sarah Fraser RobbinsA revised edition of the classic work, originally published by the Peabody Museum of Salem. One of the best handbooks available for those interested in exploring the seashore populations and general ecology of northern New England wat...
Spirals in Time: The Secret Life and ...
Helen ScalesSeashells, stretching from the deep past into the present day, are touchstones leading into fascinating realms of the natural world and cutting-edge science. Members of the phylum Mollusca are among the most ancient animals on the pla...
Ageless: The New Science of Getting O...
Andrew Steele“A fascinating look at how scientists are working to help doctors treat the aging process itself, helping us all to lead longer, healthier lives.” —Sanjay Gupta, MD Aging—not cancer, not heart disease—...
The Perfect Predator: A Scientist's R...
Steffanie StrathdeeAn electrifying memoir of one woman's extraordinary effort to save her husband's life-and the discovery of a forgotten cure that has the potential to save millions more. "A memoir that reads like a thriller." -New York Ti...
Take a dive into the beautiful and immense sea! Discover the creatures of the ocean, admire the amazing color spectrum of the coral reef, learn the composition of ocean water, and more! Kids of all ages enjoy learning new vocabulary, ...
AP Biology Test Prep Book 2019 & 2020...
Test Prep BooksTest Prep Book's AP Biology Test Prep Book 2019 & 2020: AP Biology Review Book & Practice Test QuestionsDeveloped by Test Prep Books for test takers trying to achieve a passing score on the AP exam, this comprehensive study guide incl...
The Biological bulletin (Volume 186)
UnknownThis book has been considered by academicians and scholars of great significance and value to literature. This forms a part of the knowledge base for future generations. So that the book is never forgotten we have represented this boo...
The Biological Bulletin (Volume 206 -...
UnknownThis book has been considered by academicians and scholars of great significance and value to literature. This forms a part of the knowledge base for future generations. So that the book is never forgotten we have represented this boo...
Can't Chew the Leather Anymore: Musin...
P. J. WhiteThe conservation of wildlife in and near Yellowstone, the world's first national park, is complex and often contentious because federal and state management agencies, local residents, visitors, and various stakeholder groups have a wi...
Developmental Biology: A Very Short I...
Lewis WolpertFrom a single cell-a fertilized egg-comes an elephant, a fly, or a human. How does this astonishing feat happen? How does the egg "know" what to become? How does it divide into the different cells, the separate tissues, ...
The Goodness Paradox: The Strange Rel...
Richard Wrangham"A fascinating new analysis of human violence, filled with fresh ideas and gripping evidence from our primate cousins, historical forebears, and contemporary neighbors."—Steven Pinker, author of The Better Angels of Our N...
Animal Behaviour: A Very Short Introd...
Tristram D. WyattHow animals behave is crucial to their survival and reproduction. The application of new molecular tools such as DNA fingerprinting and genomics is causing a revolution in the study of animal behavior, while developments in computing ...
I Contain Multitudes: The Microbes Wi...
Ed YongJoining the ranks of popular science classics like The Botany of Desire and The Selfish Gene, a groundbreaking, wondrously informative, and vastly entertaining examination of the most significant revolution in biology since Darwin—a...
A Planet of Viruses: Second Edition
Carl ZimmerThe past year has been one of viral panic—panic about viruses, that is. Through headlines, public health warnings, and at least one homemade hazmat suit, we were reminded of the powerful force of viruses. They are the smallest livin...