{"title":"Jo Wimpenny","description":"\u003cp\u003eJo Wimpenny's works invite readers to explore the intricate connections between humans and the natural world. With a keen eye for ecological detail and a sensitive narrative voice, her books often blend scientific insight with personal reflection, revealing the beauty and complexity of wildlife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExpect engaging stories that illuminate environmental themes, encouraging a deeper appreciation for the creatures and habitats that surround us. Her writing resonates with those who cherish nature and seek a thoughtful, evocative perspective on our planet's diverse ecosystems.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"beauty-of-the-beasts-by-jo-wimpenny-9781399417617","title":"Beauty of the Beasts","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn an age of catastrophic biodiversity loss, the author of \u003ci\u003eAesop’s Animals\u003c\/i\u003e explains why we should champion and protect nature’s underdogs.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe living world evokes many emotions, especially when it comes to our relationships with animals. Some of our reactions are logical responses to potential harm, but many are irrational, and our loathing and persecution of some species far exceed the threat they pose to us. We no longer prosecute animals for their ‘crimes’ as we did in the Middle Ages, but our human exceptionalism and vilification of unwelcome animal behaviour continues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003ci\u003eBeauty of the Beasts\u003c\/i\u003e, Jo Wimpenny challenges our perceptions of ‘good’ species and sets the record straight about those we label ‘pests’, ‘scavengers’ and ‘predators’. Using the latest research, Jo explains the natural behaviours we use to villainise animals while demonstrating how these species benefit humanity and are more sentient than we ever thought. From wasps that provide free pest control and snakes whose venom may cure cancer to crocodiles that play together and spiders that dream, this book will convince you to rethink our most misunderstood beasts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhile it may be tempting for some to imagine a more pleasant world devoid of animals that scare and repulse us, Jo explains why losing them would devastate many ecosystems, encouraging all of us to appreciate these animals for what they are and the vital roles they fulfil for all life on Earth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47548189212908,"sku":"9781399417617","price":46.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/c4a33df4c9fa9bdca430e5009c29da6e.jpg?v=1776909242"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/jo-wimpenny.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}