Nature and Science
August 2025

Recent Arrivals
Atlas obscura : Wild life : an explorer's guide to the world's living wonders
by Cara Giaimo

The online platform known for highlighting the world's wonders offers an illustrated exploration of over 500 extraordinary plants, animals and natural phenomena across diverse landscapes, accompanied by illustrations and photos, highlighting the Earth's incredible biodiversity. Illustrations.
Autism out loud : life with a child on the spectrum, from diagnosis to young adulthood
by Kate Swenson

"In this moving narrative of resilience and pure love, three mothers share their experiences and learnings about life alongside autism. Kate Swenson, Adrian Wood and Carrie Cariello are from different parts of the country and backgrounds, but they were brought together by a singular experience: they are each a mother to a child with autism. Together they have shared laughter, tears, victories and the unconditional love that molds their lives"
Chatter / : The Voice in Our Head, Why It Matters, and How to Harness It
by Ethan Kross

An award-winning psychologist and White House policy advisor explains how to distinguish between one's inner critic and the more rational, positive self, offering counsel on how to avoid giving in to negative mental chatter to establish healthier self-advocacy.
How to winter : harness your mindset to thrive on cold, dark, or difficult days
by Kari Leibowitz

Do you dread the end of Daylight Savings each year andgrouch about the long, chilly season of gray skies and ice? Do you reach for a lightbox to get you through January and February each year? What if there were a way to rethink this time of year? Psychologist and winter expert Kari Leibowitz uses mindset science to help readers embrace winter as a season to be enjoyed, not endured--and in turn, learn powerful lessons that can impact our mental wellbeing throughout the year. 
National Geographic bucket list family travel : share the world with your kids on 50 adventures of a lifetime
by Jessica Gee

From the mega-popular Bucket List Family, who have visited more than 90 countries around the world, this ultimate—and beautifully illustrated—expert's guide provides all the know-how to fulfill your own family's bucket list and create new and lasting memories for years to come. Illustrations.
Outside in : A Year of Growing and Displaying
by Sean A. Pritchard

Discover how to plan your garden so you can display flowers and foliage in your home every month of the year, in this beautifully illustrated guide from popular Instagram and RHS Hampton Court Garden Festival gardener Sean A Pritchard.
The beginner's guide to raising goats : how to keep a happy herd
by Amber Bradshaw

Whether you're looking to be self-sufficient, or you want to make some money on the side, goats are perfect for milk and cheese, meat, and fiber. The Beginner's Guide to Raising Goats can help you get the most out of these hearty herd animals with step-by-step instructions and easy-to-follow tips for newcomers.
Finding Ultra : Rejecting Middle Age, Becoming One of the World's Fittest Men, and Discovering Myself
by Rich Roll

Describes how the author embraced a nutrient-rich lifestyle and incremental fitness plan after realizing the daunting state of his health at age 40, revealing how over the course of two years he overcame physical challenges and alcoholism while training for Hawaii's elite Ultraman competition.
When : the scientific secrets of perfect timing
by Daniel H Pink

Drawing on research from psychology, biology, neuroscience, and economics, looks at the scientific secrets of good timing and shares practical advice and anecdotes for promoting a richer, more engaged life
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