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Are we alone in the universe—or is life a cosmic inevitability? Life in the Cosmic Context goes beyond the conventional search for extraterrestrial biology, asking deeper questions about the very nature of life and our place in an immense, evolving cosmos. In this groundbreaking work, astrobiology becomes more than the science of life beyond Earth; it is a philosophical lens for reimagining what life itself can be. From the origins of life on Earth to the potential for entirely different biochemistries elsewhere, this book challenges listeners to rethink what is possible.

En 2016, se publicaron los resultados de un experimento sorprendente. A un grupo de ratones les cambiaron todas sus bacterias intestinales por otras de personas con depresión. Al cabo de unos días, los ratones se deprimieron. La depresión se puede trasplantar… en ratones. Estudios como este demuestran la estrecha relación entre nuestros microbios (la microbiota) y nuestras células. Cuando ese equilibrio se altera y disminuyen el número y diversidad de los microorganismos, tenemos un problema.

Fermenting is one of the most ancient, nutritious and cheap techniques for preparing and preserving food and drink. With little more than time, patience and basic equipment, the humblest of ingredients can be transformed into nutritious foods with an astonishing range of benefits for our gut health, immunity and daily mood. Including practical tips and some of his favourite recipes, Ferment cuts through myths and misunderstanding to help us navigate the fascinating world of ferments and shows how they can help improve our health, our meal times and our planet.