{"title":"Jeremy Mynott","description":"\u003cp\u003eExplore the captivating world of nature and ornithology with the insightful works of \u003cem\u003eJeremy Mynott\u003c\/em\u003e. As a renowned author and passionate bird watcher, Mynott's books provide a rich blend of scientific knowledge and personal anecdotes, making complex subjects accessible and engaging for readers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong his acclaimed works, \u003cem\u003eBirdscapes\u003c\/em\u003e offers a fascinating study of the relationship between birds and humans, delving into how we perceive and appreciate our feathered friends. With a nuanced exploration of cultural, historical and aesthetic dimensions, this book is a must-read for anyone intrigued by avian wonders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Story of Nature\u003c\/em\u003e, another exceptional title in Mynott's collection, invites readers on a journey through the intricate tapestry of the natural world. By drawing connections between nature's narrative and our own experiences, Mynott encourages a deeper understanding of the environment around us.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThese works position Jeremy Mynott as a distinctive voice in the \u003cstrong\u003eScience \u0026amp; Nature\u003c\/strong\u003e genre. His ability to weave scientific research with storytelling makes his books not only educational but also profoundly enjoyable. Dive into his writings to discover the beauty, complexity, and wonder of the world we share.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-story-of-nature-by-jeremy-mynott-9780300245653","title":"The Story of Nature","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe story of humanity's evolving relationship with the natural world from pre-history to the present day\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNature has long been the source of human curiosity and wonderment, and the inspiration for some of our deepest creative impulses. Yet, we are now witnessing its rapid impoverishment, even destruction, in much of our world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn this beautifully illustrated book, \u003cem\u003eThe Story of Nature\u003c\/em\u003e, Jeremy Mynott traces the story of nature—past, present, and future. From the dramatic depictions of animals by the prehistoric cave-painters, through the romantic discovery of landscape in the eighteenth century, to the climate emergency of the present day, Mynott looks at the different ways in which humankind has understood the world around it. Charting how our ideas about nature emerged and changed over time, he reveals how the impulse to control nature has deep historical roots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAs we reach an environmental crisis point, this vital study shows how human imagination and wonder can play a restorative role—and reveal what nature ultimately means to us.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"John Wiley and Sons Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46796894666988,"sku":"9780300245653","price":59.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/24454273482294.jpg?v=1757115128"},{"product_id":"birdscapes-by-jeremy-mynott-9780691154282","title":"Birdscapes","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat draws us to the beauty of a peacock, the flight of an eagle, or the song of a nightingale? Why are birds so significant in our lives and our sense of the world? And what do our ways of thinking about and experiencing birds tell us about ourselves?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBirdscapes\u003c\/em\u003e is a unique meditation on the variety of human responses to birds, from antiquity to today, and from casual observers to the globe-trotting \"twitchers\" who sometimes risk life, limb, and marriages simply to add new species to their \"life lists.\" Drawing extensively on literature, history, philosophy, and science, Jeremy Mynott puts his own experiences as a birdwatcher in a rich cultural context.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHis sources range from the familiar—Thoreau, Keats, Darwin, and Audubon—to the unexpected—Benjamin Franklin, Giacomo Puccini, Oscar Wilde, and Monty Python. Just as unusual are the extensive illustrations, which explore our perceptions and representations of birds through images such as national emblems, women's hats, professional sports logos, and a Christmas biscuit tin, as well as classics of bird art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEach chapter takes up a new theme—from rarity, beauty, and sound to conservation, naming, and symbolism—and is set in a new place, as Mynott travels from his \"home patch\" in Suffolk, England, to his \"away patch\" in New York City's Central Park, as well as to Russia, Australia, and Greece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eConversational, playful, and witty, \u003cem\u003eBirdscapes\u003c\/em\u003e gently leads us to reflect on large questions about our relation to birds and the natural world. It encourages birders to see their pursuits in a broader human context—and it shows non-birders what they may be missing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"NewSouth Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46854083215596,"sku":"9780691154282","price":64.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/1529963482434.jpg?v=1759233587"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/jeremy-mynott.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}