Nature and Science August 2019 Recent Releases Supernavigators : exploring the wonders of how animals find their way by David Barrie Draws on interviews with leading behavioral scientists and observations collected through newly developed research tools in a tour of the cutting-edge science of animals with astonishing navigation talents, from butterflies and birds to reptiles and whales. Chasing the moon : the people, the politics, and the promise that launched America into the space age by Robert Stone A companion to PBS's American Experience draws on eyewitness accounts and newly discovered archival material to chronicle the stories of the visionaries who helped America win the space race with the first lunar landing. Underland: A Deep Time Journey by Robert Macfarlane What it is: a lyrical and wide-ranging exploration of the world beneath our feet from tunnels and caves to catacombs and burial chambers to underground vaults and bunkers. Why you might like it: Nature writer Robert Macfarlane embarks on a journey both literal and metaphorical, connecting real-world observations to representations of the underworld in mythology, art, and literature. Want a taste? "Into the underland we have long placed that which we fear and wish to lose, and that which we love and wish to save." Fire in the sky : cosmic collisions, killer asteroids, and the race to defend Earth by Gordon Dillow The co-author of Blue on Blue combines history, pop science and in-depth reporting in a chronicle of the role of asteroid collisions in Earth's evolution and how today's scientists are preparing against the next impact catastrophe. Origins : how Earth's history shaped human history by Lewis Dartnell A science professor discusses how the earth itself helped shape the history of the human species, explaining how mountainous terrain led to Greek democracy and how atmospheric patterns shaped the progress of exploration and colonization. Buzz, sting, bite : why we need insects by Anne Sverdrup-Thygeson An enthusiastic, witty, and informative introduction to the world of insects explains why we—and the planet we inhabit—could not survive without them. Moonbound : Apollo 11 and the dream of spaceflight by Jonathan Fetter-Vorm Marking the 50th anniversary of the moon landing, this illustrated exploration depicts the path that brought us to July 1969, from the earliest sky observers and the descriptions of Galileo to Nazi atrocities and Soviet intrigues. The nocturnal brain : nightmares, neuroscience, and the secret world of sleep by Guy Leschziner A clinical neurologist and global authority on narcolepsy presents a tour of the sleeping human brain, sharing remarkable patient stories that demonstrate the neuroscience behind what happens in different mind states. Archaeology from space : how the future shapes our past by Sarah H Parcak The National Geographic Fellow and TED Prize winner tours the modern world of satellite-driven "space archaeology" and its role in significantly advancing human discoveries and understandings about the ancient world. The medical marijuana guide : cannabis and your health by Patricia C. Frye Offers information about cannabis and its medical qualities, including its historical use, legal status, and side effects. The way we eat now : how the food revolution has transformed our lives, our bodies, and our world by Bee Wilson A food historian and author explores the hidden forces behind modern eating and its effect on bodies and social lives, and describes how it has made the human diet healthier and less healthy at the same time. Crisis in the red zone : the story of the deadliest Ebola outbreak in history, and of the outbreaks to come by Richard Preston The best-selling author of The Hot Zone presents an urgent call to action that traces the deadly Ebola epidemic of 2013-2014 while making cautionary predictions about the future of emerging viruses. One giant leap : the impossible mission that flew us to the Moon by Charles Fishman Shares the story of the remarkable NASA scientists and engineers who created America's space program and fulfilled President Kennedy's mandate to put a man on the Moon before 1970. Bushcraft illustrated : a visual guide by Dave Canterbury The co-owner and supervising instructor at the Pathfinder School, which USA Today named as one of the Top 12 Survival Schools in the US, provides all the essential tools and skills for an awesome wilderness adventure. Apollo's legacy : perspectives on the moon landings by Roger D Launius A space historian explores the many-faceted stories told about the meaning of the Apollo program and how it forever altered American society, and weaves in stories from important moments in Apollo’s history to draw readers into his analysis. Wayfinding: The Science and Mystery of How Humans Navigate the World by M.R. O'Connor What it is: a multidisciplinary examination of wayfinding, which includes spatial orientation, navigation, perception, and culturally specific practices of interacting with one's environment. What else it is: a thought-provoking book that frames maps, compasses, and other navigation technologies as tools of European imperialism.  Read it for: the author's interactions with experts in traditional navigation from the Arctic, Australia, and the South Pacific. The weather machine : a journey inside the forecast by Andrew Blum The author of Tubes presents a lively tour through the global network that predicts weather, the work of cutting-edge forecasters and what weather technology reveals about our planet and its climate. The School Garden Curriculum : An Integrated K-8 Guide for Discovering Science, Ecology, and Whole-Systems Thinking by Kaci Rae Christopher The School Garden Curriculum offers a unique and comprehensive framework, enabling students to grow their knowledge throughout the school year and build on it from kindergarten to eighth grade. From seasonal garden activities to inquiry projects and science-skill building, children will develop organic gardening solutions, a positive land ethic, systems thinking, and instincts for ecological stewardship. Rail-trails Illinois, Indiana & Ohio : The Definitive Guide to the Region's Top Multiuse Trails by Rails-to-Trails Conservancy Across the country, more than 1600 unused railroad corridors have been converted to level, public, multiuse trails, where people can enjoy a fitness run, a leisurely bike ride, or a stroll with the family. In this updated guide in the popular series, the Rails-to-Trails Conservancypresents the finest rail-trails plus other great multiuse trails in three Midwestern states. Rail-Trails Illinois, Indiana, and Ohio covers more than 70 trails in the region.  Down from the Mountain: The Life and Death of a Grizzly Bear by Bryce Andrews Who is she? Millie, a 500-pound grizzly sow (and mother of two cubs) from Montana's Mission Valley. What does she want? Corn! Montana's grizzly bear population is addicted to the crop, which lures them from their isolated habitats into more populous areas, resulting in conflicts with local farmers. You might also like: Nate Blakeslee's American Wolf, which similarly explores tensions between humans and wildlife by recounting the life and death of a charismatic animal. Skogluft : forest air : Norwegian secrets for bringing natural air and light into your home and office to dramatically improve health and happiness by Jørn Viumdal Drawing on data from the University of Environmental Research and Bioscience in Norway and 30 years of NASA research, the author shares the simple, easy-to-understand Norwegian method for bringing nature into your home and office to help your health and mood. ...and more! Contact your librarian for more great books! Bloomington Public Library 205 E. Olive St. Bloomington, Illinois 61701 309.828.6093 www.bloomingtonlibrary.org/