{"title":"Ken Thompson","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our collection featuring the acclaimed author Ken Thompson, a distinguished botanist renowned for his insightful contributions to the field of \u003cem\u003eScience \u0026amp; Nature\u003c\/em\u003e. Whether you're a seasoned researcher or an enthusiastic novice, Ken's works provide compelling narratives that delve into the intricacies of plant life and their fascinating adaptations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong the standout titles in this collection is \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eDarwin's Most Wonderful Plants\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, where Thompson masterfully explores how certain species have evolved incredibly unique traits. His ability to blend rigorous scientific research with engaging storytelling makes his books both educational and thoroughly enjoyable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're curious about the natural world and wish to discover the extraordinary wonders of plants through a clear and accessible lens, Ken Thompson’s books are an invaluable resource. Explore his writings and embark on a journey through the mesmerising world of botany.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"darwins-most-wonderful-plants-by-ken-thompson-9781788160292","title":"Darwin's Most Wonderful Plants","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost of us think of Darwin at work on The Beagle, taking inspiration for his theory of evolution from his travels in the Galapagos. But Darwin published his \u003ci\u003eOrigin of Species\u003c\/i\u003e nearly thirty years after his voyages, and most of his labours in that time were focused on experimenting with and observing plants at his house in Kent. He was particularly interested in carnivorous and climbing plants, and in pollination and the evolution of flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eKen Thompson sees Darwin as a brilliant and revolutionary botanist, whose observations and theories were far ahead of his time—and are often only now being confirmed and extended by high-tech modern research. Like Darwin, he is fascinated and amazed by the powers of plants—particularly their Triffid-like aspects of movement, hunting, and 'plant intelligence'.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a much-needed book that re-establishes Darwin as a pioneering botanist, whose close observations of plants were crucial to his theories of evolution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46854436487404,"sku":"9781788160292","price":29.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781788160292.jpg?v=1759241470"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/ken-thompson.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}