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An astonishing exploration of planet formation and the origins of life by one of the world's most innovative planetary geologists.In 1959, the Soviet probe Luna 3 took the first photos of the far s

As concise and enlightening as Seven Brief Lessons on Physics and Astrophysics for People in a Hurry, this mind-expanding dive into the mystery of consciousness is an illuminating meditation on the

In this remarkable groundbreaking book, a documentarian and conservationist, determined to dispel misplaced fear and correct common misconceptions, explores in-depth the secret lives of sharks-magn

Man’s best friend could help cure man’s greatest scourge

An entertaining and digestible volume that demystifies science... Eat this and live to 100. Don't, and die.

Do you know if your waiter sings in the bathroom? Or if the lady who whipped up the icing on your cake wore false fingernails? When was the last time you microwaved your dishcloth?

Climate change solutions so crazy they just might work!

A search for the moose, the whole moose, and nothing but the moose

Discover deeper truths and quirky facts that cast new light on this keystone species

A fascinating exploration of the world’s most unusual plants

Joe Schwarcz tells it like it is.

Interesting anecdotes and engaging tales make science fun, meaningful, and accessible.

Hot on the heels of his previous bestsellers, award-winning author Dr. Joe Schwarcz’s latest book, The Fly in the Ointment, doesn’t disappoint.

The Genie in the Bottle makes science downright fun. Dr. Joe Schwarcz blends quirky anecdotes about everyday chemistry with engaging tales from the history of science.

A hopeful, inspiring, and honest take on the environment