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Encyclopedia of Animals is a comprehensive guide to the wildlife of Earth, full to bursting with over 275 species from every corner of the animal kingdom.

The go-to guide to discovering the secrets of the UK's snakes.

The Who, What, Why of Zoology takes you up close to Earth's most amazing animals and the scientists working to learn everything about them.

"How dogs defied science and changed the way we think about animals. What do dogs really think of us? What do dogs know and understand of the world? Do their emotions feel like our own? Do they love like we do? Driven by his own love of dogs, Charles Darwin was nagged by questions like these. To root out answers, his contemporaries toyed with dog sign language. To reveal clues, they made special puzzle boxes and elaborate sniff tests using old socks. Later, the same perennial questions about the minds of dogs drove Pavlov and Pasteur to unspeakable cruelty in their search for truth. These big names in science influenced leagues of psychologists and animal behaviourists, each building upon the ideas and received wisdom of previous generations but failing to see what was staring them in the face - that the very methods humans used to study dogs' minds were influencing the insights reflected back. To discover the impressive cognitive feats that dogs are capable of, a new approach was needed. Treated with love and compassion, dogs would open up their unique perspective on the world, and a new breed of scientists would be provided answers to life's biggest questions. Wonderdog is the story of those dogs - a historical account of how we came to know what dogs are capable of. It's a celebration of animal minds and the secrets they hold. And it's a love letter to science, through the good times and the bad"--Publisher's description

Ideal for young nature enthusiasts, this reference book introduces children to the exciting hobby of birdwatching. It serves as a guide to discovering and appreciating various bird species, encouraging outdoor exploration and fostering a love for wildlife.

Exploring the profound bond between humans and dogs, the book delves into how this relationship has shaped scientific advancements. Author Jules Howard examines historical perspectives, highlighting the contributions of notable scientists like Darwin, Pavlov, and Pasteur, who studied canine behavior and cognition. The narrative reveals that dogs possess complex emotions, episodic memory, and remarkable sensory abilities. Through collaboration with various experts and his own experiences with dogs, Howard emphasizes their vital role in fostering compassion in scientific research and improving life for all species.

The book, originally released by 20 Watt, an imprint of Bonnier Books U.K. in 2018, offers a unique exploration of its themes and characters, delving into the intricacies of human experience. It presents a captivating narrative that intertwines various elements, inviting readers to engage deeply with the storyline and its emotional resonance. The author's distinctive voice and style contribute to a rich reading experience, making it a noteworthy addition to contemporary literature.

Find out everything you ever wanted to know about insects in this comprehensive encyclopedia

Every animal on the planet owes its existence to one crucial piece of evolutionary engineering: the egg. It's time to tell a new story of life on Earth. If you think of an egg, what do you envision? A chicken egg, frogspawn, a human egg cell, or the striking blue eggs of a blackbird? Each egg represents survival, yet the evolution of the animal egg is often overlooked in narratives about life's development. Without this universal biological phenomenon, animals, including humans, could not have evolved and thrived. Zoology correspondent Jules Howard takes readers on a captivating journey from the Cambrian Period's coastlines to the end of the dinosaur era, highlighting the rise of live-birthing mammals. Eggs evolved from the sea and adapted to various environments, from soils and sands to nests in trees. They were dropped in silk-wrapped nests or secured by placentas. Regardless of whether they belong to birds, insects, mammals, or millipedes, animal eggs have been shaped by their ecology, influenced by mass extinctions, and refined by natural selection. This narrative finally sheds light on their epic role in the tapestry of life.

Respect the Insect is a funny book led by wacky bugs who show you all the ways they help us—from helping make chocolate to eating poo!