Books like The Secret Life of Lobsters by Trevor Corson

Dan Egan reveals how the Great Lakes, holding 20% of the world's surface fresh water, face invasive species, toxic algae, climate change, and water diversion threats, urging urgent protection strategies.

Courtney Humphries tells the fascinating story of pigeons' journey from the wild to the city, exploring their cultural transformation and the impact of human intervention on their evolution.

This new edition of the universally acclaimed and widely-used textbook on fungal biology has been completely re-written, drawing directly on the authors' research and teaching experience. The text takes account of the rapid and exciting progress that has been made in the taxonomy, cell and molecular biology, biochemistry, pathology and ecology of the fungi. Features of taxonomic relevance are integrated with natural functions, including their relevance to human affairs. Special emphasis is placed on the biology and control of human and plant pathogens, providing a vital link between fundamental and applied mycology. The book is richly illustrated throughout with specially prepared drawings and photographs, based on living material. Illustrated life-cycles are provided, and technical terms are clearly explained. Extensive reference is made to recent literature and developments, and the emphasis throughout is on whole-organism biology from an integrated, multidisciplinary...

Mary Hunter Austin's first book focuses on the arid and semi-arid regions of California between the High Sierras south of Yosemite, including desert, Death Valley, Mojave Desert, and towns like Jimville, Kearsarge, and Las Uvas.

Inspired by the deaf Thomas Edison, this biography shows how a young man with a disability turned into America's greatest inventor.

Open The Urban Tree Book and discover the joys of forest trekking--right in your city or town. This first-of-a-kind field guide introduces readers to the trees on their block, in neighborhood parks, and throughout the urban landscape. Unlike traditional tree guides with dizzying numbers of woodland species, The Urban Tree Book explores nature in the city, describing some 200 tree types likely to be found on North America's streets and surrounding spaces, including suburban settings.With telling descriptions and precise botanical detail, this unique guide not only identifies trees but brings them to life through history, lore, anecdotes, up-to-date facts, and hundreds of fascinating characteristics. More than 175 graceful illustrations capture the charm of trees in urban settings and depict leaf, flower, fruit, and bark features for identification and appreciation. The Urban Tree Book will inform even the most knowledgeable plant person and delight urbanites who simply enjoy strolling beneath the shade of welcoming trees. An engaging excursion into the "urban forest," this complete guide to city trees will both entertain and enlighten nature lovers, urban hikers, gardeners, and everyone curious about their environment. Includes a tree planting-and-care section, tree primer, and exploration guideIs backed by the expertise of the renowned Morton ArboretumIncorporates new "urban forestry" perspectivesCovers urban trees across the continentLists key organizations and institutions for tree loversSelects the best tree sites on the InternetUpdates many guides by 20 yearsFrom the Trade Paperback edition.