First published 2000
From the award-winning journalist David Quammen comes a collection of the year's most riveting science and nature writing. Dive into breathtaking accounts of scientific discovery, from the frontiers of genetic research to the mysteries of the natural world. Witness the awe-inspiring resilience of life as it adapts to the most extreme environments. This anthology offers a privileged glimpse into the curious minds that push the boundaries of human knowledge, making sense of our complex and wondrous universe.
Genres: science, nature, anthologies, non-fiction, biography-memoir, academic
Vibes: intimate, suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: anthology, non-fiction
320 pages · Hardcover · Houghton Mifflin Harcourt