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For more than twenty-five years, paleontologist Stephen Jay Gould wrote a column called "The View of Life" for Natural History magazine. More than thirty entries from that column comprise this collection, which covers topics from dinosaurs to baseball and nearly everything in between related to...

Winner of the Pulitzer Prize In this groundbreaking work, evolutionary biologist Jared Diamond stunningly dismantles racially based theories of human history by revealing the environmental factors actually responsible for history’s broadest patterns. It is a story that spans 13,000 years of...

The bestselling author of Leonardo da Vinci and Steve Jobs returns with a gripping account of how the pioneering scientist Jennifer Doudna, along with her colleagues and rivals, launched a revolution that will allow us to cure diseases, fend off viruses, and enhance our children. AN AUDIE AWARD...

“An unforgettable journey through this twisted miracle of evolution we call ‘our body.’” —Spike Carlsen, author of A Walk Around the Block From blurry vision to crooked teeth, ACLs that tear at alarming rates and spines that seem to spend a lifetime falling apart, it’s a curious...

It may be a wonderful world, but as Dan Riskin explains, it's also a dangerous, disturbing, and disgusting one. At every turn, it seems, living things are trying to eat us, poison us, use our bodies as their homes, or have us spread their eggs. In Mother Nature Is Trying to Kill You, Riskin is...

NATIONAL BESTSELLER NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER Destined to become a modern classic in the vein of Guns, Germs, and Steel, Sapiens is a lively, groundbreaking history of humankind told from a unique perspective. 100,000 years ago, at least six species of human inhabited the earth. Today there is...

First there was the genetic revolution—the discovery that physical structures in the cell, including DNA and RNA, shape every organism. Now, says evolutionary biologist Richard Sternberg, we are overdue for another and more profound revolution. Recent findings reveal that genetic and even epigenetic sources alone cannot account for the rich dynamism of life—not even close. Some other informational source is required.

There exists an undeniable chasm between the capacities of humans and those of animals. Our minds have spawned civilizations and technologies that have changed the face of the Earth, whereas even our closest animal relatives sit unobtrusively in their dwindling habitats. Yet despite longstanding...

Dive into the awe-inspiring marine biology of the deep ocean and unlock the evolutionary secrets of living light. Whether you are seeking a relaxing escape during your evening commute or craving an educational journey before bed, this immersive audio experience transforms the unseen abyss into a...

Step into a hidden ecology of biological warfare where silent plants fight for survival against relentless invaders. Transform your relaxing daily commute or weekend gardening prep into an awe-inspiring journey through the natural world. Nature is not a passive backdrop, but a dynamic...

Experience the awe-inspiring natural history of our planet, transforming from a chaotic inferno into a thriving haven. Whether you are seeking a mind-expanding journey for your daily commute or relaxing with deep-time science, this grand evolutionary saga delivers. Plunge into the quiet darkness...

Explore the evolutionary biology of perception and discover how the nervous system constructs your daily reality. Whether you are tuning in on a busy morning commute or unwinding with an inquisitive mind, this mind-expanding journey transforms how you experience your physical environment. The...

Explore the epic evolutionary history of how a fragile primate achieved global dominance through shared imagination. Perfect for your morning commute, this thought-provoking journey transports you from the ancient African savanna to the industrialized modern world. You will witness the...

Experience the awe-inspiring biological drama of metamorphosis and explore the evolutionary history of winged marvels. From a single delicate creature fluttering in a sunlit habitat, journey back through deep geological time to witness the ancient rise of the Lepidoptera. This immersive...

Uncover the startling evolutionary biology and human history of how taming the wild permanently altered our own destiny. Perfect for an educational daily commute, this thought-provoking journey sweeps from Ice Age campfires to modern genetic laboratories. Far from a simple tale of mankind...

Uncover the awe-inspiring evolutionary science and urgent ecological conservation of earth's most vital pollinators. Whether you are enjoying an educational commute or finding mindful relaxation in your garden, this deep dive into nature's unsung heroes transforms how you see the natural world...

Uncover the awe-inspiring biological evolution and deep history of life on Earth in this captivating science journey. Perfect for an inquisitive morning commute or a relaxing walk, this engaging narrative trades heavy jargon for vivid storytelling. It transforms complex microscopic processes and...

Unearth the awe-inspiring natural history that transformed fierce ancient dinosaurs into the birds outside your window. Perfect for an educational commute or a mindful nature walk, this eye-opening journey takes you back to the Mesozoic era to trace a spectacular biological lineage. Watch the...

Trace our evolutionary history from vulnerable savanna tribes to a global society fueled by complex human cooperation. Perfect for an immersive commute, this awe-inspiring narrative transforms abstract anthropology into a gripping tale of survival and adaptation. Whether you are seeking deep...

Explore prehistoric landscapes and uncover the hidden science of human evolution in this immersive history. Perfect for transforming your daily commute into an epic journey, this evocative origin story transports you to the flickering edge of the first hearth fires. Witness the intense survival...