Springers popular science collection represents some of our most read volumes in the portfolio. Topics include the fundamentals of ecology, biodiversity, pollution, climate change, food production, and human population growth. Stay in the lines with these neat science coloring pages. Many science related controversies are discussed in. The best science books of 2015 going feet first into evolutionary theory, the race to crack the genetic code and a memorable journey around the coast of britain. Until society can be reclaimed by an undivided humanity that will use its collective wisdom, cultural achievements, technological innovations, scientific knowledge, and innate creativity for its own benefit and for that of the natural world, all ecological problems will have their roots in social problems. Feb 16, 2017 the 10 best popular science books of 2016. The chosen six include four practising scientists and two science writers all are newcomers to the shortlist. Most, however, fall into the realm of pure fantasyperhaps fun to read, but not based on superior science. Six authors have been shortlisted for the prestigious royal society prize for science books. They cover everything from neuroscience to ecology to. Browse science ecology ebooks to read online or download in epub or pdf format on your mobile device and pc.
This educational resource is colorcoded with three educational levels in mind. I think there are plenty of great popular books about evolution the first one that comes to mind is beak of the finch. Discover elseviers collection of books and ebooks in the field of environmental science. For textbooks on introduction to environmental science environmental science by g.
Maths, physics, chemistry the 10 best popular science books of 2016. Popular science is a bridge between scientific literature as a professional medium of scientific research, and the realms of popular political and cultural discourse. Popular science gives our readers the information and tools to improve their technology and their world. Choose from used and new textbooks or get instant access with etextbooks and digital materials. Introductory sources in ecology ecology oxford bibliographies. If you are not intending to pursue a professional career in ecology, you might find it easier to begin with the section titled popular science. Popular science may receive financial compensation for products purchased through.
Shop science environmental science books at alibris. Mar 28, 2020 weve compiled a list of the 11 best science themed coloring books that you can find online. After a degree in archaeology and anthropology at cambridge, she studied palaeolithic archaeology and palaeoanthropology at university college london, followed by a dphil studying huntergatherer archaeoethnobotany and stone tools from southern africa at the. The ten best science books of 2019 science smithsonian. Today, i share a list of what i consider to be the best popular physical sciences books of the year, hoping that youll find lots of interesting and unusual ideas for all the. A friend asked the other day about recommendations for good popular books about ecology.
Five mustread books about earth science smithsonian magazine. Discover the best environmental science in best sellers. I tend to go for popular science that s more about ideas than applications. Jan 25, 2017 luiseach joined nature plants as a locum editor in early 2016, before joining nature ecology and evolution later that year. I realize its more than 20 years old, but gosh, it holds up well.
Popular ecology earth science books showing of 30 the elephant whisperer hardcover by. I tend to read popular science books on topics i know less about because i like learning new things. From a datadriven account of air pollution to a book that makes calculus fun, 2019 has been a great year for science books. The bestselling wonders of creation series adds a new biologyfocused title that unveils the intricate nature of gods world and the harmony that was broken by sin. I tend to read popular science books on topics i know less about because i like learning. Bbc news sciencenature best popular science books named. After a degree in archaeology and anthropology at cambridge, she studied palaeolithic archaeology and palaeoanthropology at university college london, followed by a dphil studying huntergatherer archaeoethnobotany and stone tools from southern africa at the university. Molecular ecology is an emerging field of study that focuses on crucial challenges of ecological and environmental conservation like assessment and protection of biodiversity and species, analysing behavioural ecology, etc. The top science books this year are entertaining and enlightening. Over the past few weeks weve been asking what your favourite popular science books on biodiversity and early evolution are. Today, i continue my nearlyannual list of the best popular science books of the year my first instalment is here.
Buy a cheap copy of the science of ecology book by richard brewer. Step into the cultural time machine with selections for the best science books of 2015, 2014, 20, 2012, and 2011. The ten most influential environmental books of the 20th century. The future is going to be better, and science and technology are the driving forces that will help make it better. Eco evo popular science books nature research ecology. Pressbooks, 2018 this open textbook covers the most salient environmental issues, from a biological perspective. I like books that get me thinking about science and how to do it. The book which deals with explanations by using examples on topics like niches, guilds, community structure and resource partitioning. This years list contains the most interesting and amazing science books currently available. I would really like to follow up modeling nature with a history book picking up more or less where modeling nature leaves off, with macarthur, wilson, levins et al. What are the best college textbooks in environmental science. Weve compiled a list of the 11 best sciencethemed coloring books that you can find online. Find the top 100 most popular items in amazon books best sellers.
Many popular science books are too basicslowmoving for me. Jan 11, 2017 today, i continue my nearlyannual list of the best popular science books of the year my first instalment is here. They cover everything from neuroscience to ecology to the cosmos, so grab your colored pencils and. Foundations of restoration ecology the science and practice of ecological restoration. On december 2, i joined science friday alongside scientific american editor lee billings to discuss some of our favorite science books of 2016. The stories of triumph and success in science, alongside the failures and despair, are compelling. The core belief that popular science and our readers share. Aweinspiring science reporting, technology news, and diy projects. These popular books are necessary for professional ecologists to read, too, but in the case of these individuals they will serve as dessert rather than an appetizer. Indigenous wisdom, scientific knowledge, and the teachings of. Whats a good book about ecology for a popular audience that you would recommend.
Lawrence anthony shelved 1 time as ecology earth science avg rating 4. Feb 17, 2016 note, no current textbooks are included e. Articles on ecology and environment popular science. Issues covered by the books include climate science, psychology, human evolution, biodiversity and medicine. Barrett, is a classic that was first published in 1953 and is credited with exposing a wider audience to this science, including both college students and the general public. Todays list is biology, a broad topic that includes books about evolution. Apr 26, 2007 six authors have been shortlisted for the prestigious royal society prize for science books. Todays list is biology, a broad topic that includes books about evolution, ecology, animal behavior and the natural history of animals. Science the world isnt light on helium, but mining it is no party.
Cain, having opted for an early retirement to focus fulltime on writing, now brings his expertise to this new book. Books abound that speculate on the future evolution of the human species. Nigel shadbolt, chair of judges, discusses the six books shortlisted for. Solomons easily accessible book does not fall into the genre of science fiction. Plus, most popular science about ecology is about conservation and climate change.
It involves the use of genetics and genomics for evaluating. Popular sciencehistory of science books im thinking of readingtell me what you think of them. I tend not to read popular science related to ecology. But i find it difficult to identify popular science and history of science books that i will enjoy. The goal of the genre is often to capture the methods and accuracy of science, while making the language more accessible. These great popular science books offer accessible science to readers from all. Nov 02, 2016 popular sciencehistory of science books im thinking of readingtell me what you think of them. Weve based our recommendations on the best popular science books and the best hard science. There is lots to choose from and hours of fun reading ahead. In 1964, popular science answered stupid questions about what you eat from the archives. The overstory by richard powers, braiding sweetgrass. This book presents ecology in an historical context that both majors and nonmajors will appreciate and comprehend. Indigenous wisdom, scientific knowledge, and the teachings of pla.