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Beyond words
by 1955- Safina, Carl
Weaving decades of field observations with exciting new discoveries about the brain, Carl Safina's landmark book offers an intimate view of animal behavior to challenge the fixed boundary between humans and nonhuman animals.
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End of the megafauna
by R. D. E. MacPhee
Investigates the yet-unsolved disappearances of the planet's giant prehistoric animals, exploring leading extinction theories to reveal the implausibility of human overhunting and catastrophic climate change and how new technologies may be able to reintroduce extinct species.
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Mama's last hug
by 1948- Waal, F. B. M. de (Frans B. M.)
The influential primatologist draws on renowned primate studies in an exploration of animal emotions that touches on such subjects as expressions, animal sentience, and free will.
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Seeds of hope
by 1934- Goodall, Jane
The renowned naturalist blends her experience in the natural world with her enthusiasm for botany to examine the critical role of trees and plants in the environment, citing the work of forefront botanists while outlining her theories about sustainable farming.
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The breath of a whale
by Leigh Calvez
The nature writer behind The Hidden Lives of Owls invites readers on to a small research catamaran off the California coast to experience the habits, sounds and distinguishing details of whales, including orcas, humpbacks, sperm, blue and gray whales.
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The genius of birds
by 1959- Ackerman, Jennifer
An award-winning, science, nature and human biology writer explores recent research indicating that birds are much more intelligent than previously thought and are capable of deceiving and manipulating, eavesdropping, gift-giving, playing, sharing and much more.
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The hidden life of trees
by 1964- Wohlleben, Peter
Draws on research and engaging forester stories to reveal how trees nurture each other and communicate, outlining the life cycles of "tree families" that support mutual growth, share nutrients, and contribute to a resilient ecosystem.
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The hidden world of the fox
by Adele Brand
A mammal ecologist’s intimate portrait of the fox draws on scientific research in multiple countries to share insights into the species’ evolution, its highly adaptable nature and the cultural history it has inspired. Adele Brand's observations have convinced her that the fox is arguably the most modern of all wildlife, uniquely suited to survival in the rapidly expanding urban/wild interface.
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The inner life of animals
by 1964- Wohlleben, Peter
The best-selling author of The Hidden Life of Trees presents a revelatory exploration of the diverse emotional intelligence of animals as demonstrated in vibrant stories about loving pigs, cheating magpies, scheming roosters and more.
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The nature fix
by 1967- Williams, Florence
An investigation into the restorative benefits of nature draws on cutting-edge research and the author's explorations with international nature therapy programs to examine the relationship between nature and human cognition, mood and creativity.
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The well-gardened mind
by Sue Stuart-Smith
A well-respected psychiatrist and avid gardener provides a new perspective on the power of gardening to change people's lives, investigating the many ways in which mind and garden can interact.
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Voices in the ocean
by 1962- Casey, Susan
A portrait of the world of dolphins explores their conflicted history with humans, sharing scientific insights into their intelligence while discussing how they have been used as theme park attractions, military tools and sporting targets.
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For additional reading ideas, talk with your library staff
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