I just finished Why Fish Don’t Exist by Lulu Miller and loved it, I’d like suggestions of books that similarly explore a topic very deeply, and also provides textual support within the work that the reader can investigate like she does.
Totally fine if they’re not as philosophical, and if it helps, my interests are ocean creatures, evolution, color, sometimes history if its fleshed out enough, bugs–pollinators especially, plants, biology in general, genetics, birds…
Just any nonfiction you found interesting and involving, let me hear about them!
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Given your interests in ocean creatures, evolution, color, and more, here are some non-fiction books that delve deeply into specific scientific topics:
1. **”The Soul of an Octopus” by Sy Montgomery** – Explores the intelligence and consciousness of octopuses, blending scientific research with personal narrative and philosophical musing.
2. **”The Gene: An Intimate History” by Siddhartha Mukherjee** – A comprehensive and engaging exploration of genetics, from its history to its implications in medicine and ethics, providing a deep dive into how genes define us.
3. **”The Secret Life of Color” by Kassia St. Clair** – Offers a fascinating journey through the history and science of colors, exploring their cultural and artistic significance and how they affect the world.
4. **”The Hidden Life of Trees” by Peter Wohlleben** – Reveals the complex life of trees, their communication, and social networks, providing a captivating look at the world of forestry and plant biology.
5. **”The Invention of Nature: Alexander von Humboldt’s New World” by Andrea Wulf** – A biography of the Prussian naturalist and explorer Alexander von Humboldt, illustrating his influence on our understanding of nature and his foresight into ecological concepts.
6. **”Buzz: The Nature and Necessity of Bees” by Thor Hanson** – Focuses on the importance of bees in natural and human history, exploring their roles in ecosystems and agriculture, as well as their evolution and biology.
Not sure if it qualifies, but I really enjoyed How the Internet Happened by Brian McCullough
Here are some I have liked:
* Parasite Rex by Carl Zimmer. About parasites, like it says.
* Darwin Comes to Town by Menno Schilthuizen. About wildlife adapting to urban environments.
* Big Chicken by Maryn McKenna. About antibiotics and their relation to the history of livestock farming.
* Dark Banquet by Bill Schutt. About blood-drinking creatures.