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A sweeping natural history of the oceans by renowned marine biologist Dr. Ashley Ward. Elegant, deeply researched, and endlessly fascinating, Saltwater is a paradigm-shifting look at the marine world, and how the seas shape our planet. Marine biologist Ashley Ward draws on his distinguished...

A revelatory dive into the overlooked history of grass and the astonishing ways it has shaped human history Try, if you can, to imagine a world without grass. There would be no lawns or athletic fields, no meadows or wheat fields, no sweeping savannas or steppes. Gone too would be the countless...

Discover the extraordinary hidden life of the Gulf Stream, and why this vast system of Atlantic currents is one of the most important, and least understood, forces on Earth. Our world is a freak of nature. The stable climate that allowed complex life – and human civilisation – to flourish...

From one of our finest nature writers, a breathtaking glimpse into the inner world of America's most mysterious predator: the mountain lion, which after its near-disappearance fifty years ago is quickly reclaiming its dominance over the continent, with profound—and surprising—implications...

The Ghosts of Chalk Country, a new William Collins book, full description to follow when available...

A wondrous journey along the greatest ocean current—classic travel writing and celebrations of natural wonders under threat Our world is a freak of nature. The finely balanced arrangement of ice at the poles and heat in the tropics is a once in a billion-year miracle of physics - made and...

A new look at the psychology and history of hiking and its connection to the concept of “awe” that has long been felt, but only recently understood The fact that every year millions of travelers flock to the dangerous wilderness regions of our nation’s parks, forgoing comfort and safety to...

This is not a book about the end of the world - it's about the start of a new one. Melting glaciers. Crumbling coasts. Vanishing seas. The feeling that our world is coming to an end has led to a rise in 'ecological grief' and prompted a wave of last-chance tourists and environmental mourners...

From Pulitzer Prize-winning design critic Alexandra Lange, a beguiling look at the waste-not architecture of the 1970s—and the consequences of leaving it behind. In 1977, Jimmy Carter sat by a fire and urged Americans to lower their thermostats, “live thriftily,” and help their neighbors...

A tender, hopeful book that pierces through the seemingly insurmountable doom of our existential climate threat, allowing us a window into another world through stories of tenacious, inspiring approaches to restoration and repair across the globe The Past and Possible World explores how to...

When we are outside, studies show evidence of significant improvements to our mood, stress levels, confidence and self worth, relationships and physical and mental health. And yet many of us aren’t making use of the myriad benefits the natural world can offer us. Bear Grylls is here to change...

When we are outside, studies show evidence of significant improvements to our mood, stress levels, confidence and self worth, relationships and physical and mental health. And yet many of us aren’t making use of the myriad benefits the natural world can offer us. Bear Grylls is here to change...

Many things feel out of our control. Costs are rising, countries are at war, and big corporations are delaying our transition to a sustainable future. In the chaos of our world, the climate crisis can seem yet another big problem that leaves us feeling powerless. But scientist Charlie Gardner...

This is a true story of survival set in the most extreme mental and physical landscapes: a journey through total breakdown, the depths of loss and the beauty and danger of high mountains In her early thirties, Kate Armstrong was on top of the world: building a future with the love of her life...

A passionate and informative celebration of trees and of man's ingenuity in exploiting their resources: the perfect gift for anyone who cares about the natural world. Trees are marvels of nature, still-standing giants of extraordinary longevity. In a beautifully written sequence of essays...

An examination of today’s biodiversity crisis, foregrounding the wisdom of the hunters and anglers who best understand the threats America’s fish and wildlife face today American wildlife is in crisis. For centuries, millions of buffalo roamed the plains; trout and salmon filled rivers from...

A joyful love letter to the cold and an impassioned call for its conservation Global warming is often discussed as an issue of heat—but the even more pressing issue, as our planetary thermometer continues its slow rise, is one of cold. Cold places are warming at a faster rate than hot places...

Journey through the dangerous trails of the Himalayan mountains in this unforgettable standalone adventure from the bestselling author of The Last Bear. Perfect for 8+ readers ‘The snow leopard is not called the ghost of the mountains for nothing. You will not see Chaaya unless she wants to be...

Located 3,500km from the nearest city on a volcanic island near Antarctica, lies New Zealand’s only polar research station: Scott Base. In The Antarcticans, Matty Jordan offers a rare, vivid look at life in the world’s most inhospitable environment. Through captivating storytelling, the...

Located 3,500km from the nearest city on a volcanic island near Antarctica, lies New Zealand’s only polar research station: Scott Base. In The Antarcticans, Matty Jordan offers a rare, vivid look at life in the world’s most inhospitable environment. Through captivating storytelling, the...