Evolution

#1 New York Times Bestseller New York Times Readers’ Pick: Top 100 Books of the 21st Century The Summer Reading Pick for President Barack Obama and Bill Gates Official U.S. edition From renowned historian Yuval Noah Harari comes a groundbreaking narrative of humanity’s creation and...

Winner of the Pulitzer Prize, Guns, Germs and Steel examines the rise of civilization and the issues its development has raised throughout history. Having done field work in New Guinea for more than 30 years, Jared Diamond presents the geographical and ecological factors that have shaped...

Dawkins' brilliant reformulation of the theory of natural selection has the distinction of having provoked as much excitement and interest outside the scientific community as within it....

Yuval Noah Harari, author of the critically-acclaimed New York Times bestseller and international phenomenon Sapiens, returns with an equally original, compelling, and provocative book, turning his focus toward humanity’s future, and our quest to upgrade humans into gods. Over the past century...

"An all-encompassing treatise on modern civilization, offering bold revisions to canonical understandings in sociology, anthropology, archaeology and political philosophy that led to where we are today." - The New York Times A dramatically new understanding of human history, challenging our most...

A sweeping and revelatory new history of the age of dinosaurs, from one of our finest young scientists. ""THE ULTIMATE DINOSAUR BIOGRAPHY."" — Scientific American The dinosaurs. Sixty-six million years ago, the Earth’s most fearsome creatures vanished. Today they remain one of our planet’s...

Can we trust our senses to tell us the truth? Challenging leading scientific theories that claim that our senses report back objective reality, cognitive scientist Donald Hoffman argues that while we should take our perceptions seriously, we should not take them literally. How can it be possible...

Equal parts Sapiens, Behave, and Superintelligence, but wholly original in scope, A Brief History of Intelligence offers a paradigm shift for how we understand neuroscience and AI. Artificial intelligence entrepreneur Max Bennett chronicles the five “breakthroughs” in the evolution of human...

The New York Times bestselling author of Darwin’s Doubt presents groundbreaking scientific evidence of the existence of God, based on breakthroughs in physics, cosmology, and biology. Beginning in the late 19th century, many intellectuals began to insist that scientific knowledge conflicts...

Why did humans abandon hunting and gathering for sedentary communities dependent on livestock and cereal grains and governed by precursors of today's states? Find out....

To explain the mystery of how life evolved on Earth, Nick Lane explores the deep link between energy and genes....

Evolutionary Psychology is a uniquely accessible yet comprehensive guide to the study of the effects of evolutionary theory on human behaviour....

An ambitious, eye-opening, myth-busting, and groundbreaking history of the evolution of the female body, by a brilliant new researcher and writer Why do women live longer than men? Why do women have menopause? Why are women more likely to get Alzheimer’s? Why do girls score better at every...

Human life, and how we came to be, is one of the greatest scientific and philosophical questions of our time. This compact and accessible book presents a modern view of human evolution. Written by a leading authority, it lucidly and engagingly explains not only the evolutionary process, but the...

In this landmark book of popular science, Daniel E. Lieberman—chair of the department of human evolutionary biology at Harvard University and a leader in the field—gives us a lucid and engaging account of how the human body evolved over millions of years, even as it shows how the increasing...

Bloomsbury presents The Genetic Book of the Dead, written and read by Richard Dawkins. From one of the world’s great science writers, a book that explores the deepest principles of evolutionary history. In this groundbreaking new approach to the evolution of all life, Richard Dawkins shows how...

A new edition of David Attenborough’s groundbreaking Life on Earth. Winner of Best Non-Fiction Audiobook at the New York Radio Awards 2019. Shortlisted for Best Audiobook at the Specsavers National Book Awards 2018. Shortlisted for Futurebook of the Year at the Futurebook Awards 2018. The...

The Pulitzer Prize Winner Dr. Carl Sagan takes us on a great adventure, offering his vivid and startling insight into the brain of man and beast, the origin of human intelligence, the function of our most haunting legends - and their amazing links to recent discoveries...

V. S. Ramachandran is at the forefront of his field - so much so that Richard Dawkins dubbed him the "Marco Polo of neuroscience". Now, in a major new work, Ramachandran sets his sights on the mystery of human uniqueness. Taking us to the frontiers of neurology, he reveals what baffling and...

Drawing on a treasure trove of new scientific knowledge, Nick Lane expertly reconstructs evolution's history by describing its 10 greatest inventions....

In this lively and illuminating discussion of his landmark research, esteemed primatologist Frans de Waal argues that human morality is not imposed from above but instead comes from within....

Philosopher Peter Godfrey-Smith dons a wet suit and journeys into the depths of consciousness in Other Minds Although mammals and birds are widely regarded as the smartest creatures on earth, it has lately become clear that a very distant branch of the tree of life has also sprouted higher...

In crisp, lucid prose accessible to a wide audience, Why Evolution Is True dispels common misunderstandings and fears about evolution....

New from the author of the acclaimed bestseller The Rise and Fall of the Dinosaurs (“A masterpiece of science writing.” —Washington Post) and “one of the stars of modern paleontology” (National Geographic), a sweeping and revelatory history of mammals, illuminating the lost story of...

Over the past 20 years, the study of dinosaurs has transformed into a true scientific discipline. New technologies have revealed secrets locked in prehistoric bones that no one could have previously predicted. We can now work out the color of dinosaurs, the force of their bite, their top speeds...

A mind-expanding deep dive into how animals have shaped us, from the Paleolothic Period to the present day. In Animate, acclaimed science writer Michael Bond explores how animals have profoundly influenced our minds and cultures. Drawing on cutting-edge insights from psychology, anthropology...

This volume traces the origins and evolution of the idea of human extinction, from the ancient Presocratics through contemporary work on "existential risks." Many leading intellectuals agree that the risk of human extinction this century may be higher than at any point in our 300,000-year...

Trace the epic evolutionary journey from primate ancestors to modern humanity in this thought-provoking science history. Perfect for an intellectually stimulating commute, this awe-inspiring narrative reveals how climate shifts, survival pressures, and sheer chance forged our species. From...

Transform your daily commute into an immersive deep time adventure where extreme climate shifts test human survival. Picture a world buried under glaciers kilometers thick, where fragile ecosystems evolved against devastating odds. This cinematic exploration of paleontology and Earth science...

Demystify evolutionary biology and natural selection to transform how you view the breathtaking diversity of life. Whether you are enriching your daily commute or seeking intellectually stimulating lifelong learning, this accessible scientific history bridges a massive paradigm shift with modern...

Discover the evolutionary science and ancient history that transformed wary Ice Age wolves into our most loyal friends. Perfect for your daily dog walk or a relaxing weekend listen, this awe-inspiring journey reveals how humans and wild predators learned to read each other. Experience the...

Discover how a deadly chemical waste triggered a global mass extinction before evolving into the biological breath of life. Perfect for your daily commute, this awe-inspiring natural history transforms a single restless atom into an unforgettable protagonist. Whether you are seeking a...

Master the secrets of evolutionary science and deep time in this fast-paced journey from cosmic dust to complex life. Perfect for a morning commute or learning on the go, this mind-expanding narrative transforms billions of years of chaotic planetary history into an accessible, gripping...

Unearth the awe-inspiring secrets of evolutionary biology as ancient stone reveals how life survived global catastrophes. Perfect for your daily commute, this thrilling journey through deep time transforms ordinary rocks into dramatic chronicles of extinction and survival. Embark on an...

Uncover the evolutionary secrets behind mass extinction in this awe-inspiring journey through prehistoric paleontology. Perfect for an educational commute, this poignant natural history brings ancient seas, swampy coal forests, and vanished ice age megafauna vividly back to life. Witness the...

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...

Explore the awe-inspiring science of the unseen world and uncover how microscopic architects drive human evolution. Perfect for your morning commute or a curious nature walk, this mind-expanding journey transforms abstract germs into the resilient organisms that secretly run our planet. Trace...

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...

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...

Harnessing a deadly natural element sparked human evolution, forged empires, and ignited our modern climate crisis. This awe-inspiring popular science journey traces the untamed physical phenomenon of the flame from prehistoric lightning strikes to the glowing hearths that fundamentally rewired...

Journey through human evolution to uncover the awe-inspiring survival story of our ancient ancestors. Whether you seek a captivating educational escape during a morning commute or deep learning on a long drive, this immersive prehistoric adventure delivers. Experience the visceral sights and...

Embark on an awe-inspiring science travelogue where unforgiving volcanic islands spark the radical theory of evolution. Perfect for your daily commute, this cinematic audiobook transports you directly to boiling undersea volcanoes and crowded seabird cliffs. Lose yourself in an adventurous...

Discover the dramatic evolutionary biology of how predatory dinosaurs survived mass extinction to master global flight. Perfect for a morning commute or a mindful nature walk, this awe-inspiring journey through deep time transforms the familiar creatures in your backyard into ancient, winged...

Uncover our gripping evolutionary survival story, rising from vulnerable prehistoric scavengers to global architects. Perfect for your daily commute or a weekend of deep focus, this immersive scientific adventure transports you directly into the dangerous landscapes of ancient Africa. Stand...

This awe-inspiring natural history adventure reveals how tiny evolutionary marvels quietly conquered and shaped our Earth. Perfect for an inquisitive daily commute or a relaxing weekend walk, this deep-time exploration transforms background bugs into the true titans of ecology and human...

Discover the hidden history of biology as ancient microbes transform a lifeless, violent rock into a thriving planet. Perfect for an educational daily commute, this wondrous evolutionary journey shrinks you down to witness the greatest survival story ever told. Step inside a bustling microscopic...

Witness the awe-inspiring evolutionary epic of Earth, from glowing cosmic debris to the astonishing rise of humanity. Perfect for an immersive daily commute or focused learning session, this sweeping narrative transforms complex biology into a high-energy origin story. Explore the unforgiving...

Experience the awe-inspiring rise of prehistoric mammals as shrewd survivors conquer a post-extinction earth. Step into the smoldering ash of the dinosaur age and embark on a cinematic audio journey through lush subtropical forests and freezing Ice Age tundras. This vibrant narrative transforms...

Uncover the ultimate natural history survival story as ancient apex predators outlasted cataclysms to rule our oceans. Perfect for an educational commute, this immersive exploration brings you face-to-face with marine biology's most misunderstood survivors. Trade fear for fascination as you...

Journey through this astronomical origin story, where a violent cosmic impact forged the natural history of our planet. That solitary, cratered satellite hanging above us is not merely a glowing orb, but the silent architect of our oceans, climates, and continents. Perfect for an evening...