{"title":"Steven L. Stephenson","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our collection dedicated to the renowned author and scientist, Steven L. Stephenson. A celebrated figure in the world of \u003cem\u003eScience \u0026amp; Nature\u003c\/em\u003e, Stephenson delights readers with his in-depth exploration of the natural wonders that often go unnoticed. His works offer fascinating insights into the microscopic world, where curiosities like slime moulds captivate the imagination of both curious minds and science enthusiasts alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the standout titles in this collection is \u003cem\u003eSecretive Slime Moulds\u003c\/em\u003e, in which Stephenson unveils the mysterious life of these extraordinary organisms. His engaging writing style and thorough research transform the seemingly obscure subject into an enthralling journey through biology and ecology, appealing to both experts and newcomers to the field.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're a seasoned scientist or simply have a burgeoning interest in the hidden miracles of nature, Steven L. Stephenson’s books promise to expand your horizons and deepen your appreciation for our planet's diverse ecosystems. Browse through this collection and embark on a journey of discovery with one of the most insightful voices in natural sciences.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"secretive-slime-moulds-by-steven-l-stephenson-9781486314133","title":"Secretive Slime Moulds","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNeither plants, nor animals, nor fungi, the myxomycetes are a surprisingly diverse and fascinating group of organisms. They spend the majority of their life out of sight as single-celled amoeboid individuals in leaf litter, soil or decaying wood, foraging for bacteria and other simple life forms. However, when conditions are right, two individual cells come together to give rise to a much larger, creeping structure called a plasmodium, which produces the even more complex and often beautiful fruiting bodies. Indeed, the fruiting bodies of myxomycetes are often miniature works of art!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTheir small size (usually only a few millimetres tall) and fleeting fruiting phase mean that these organisms, although ubiquitous and sometimes abundant, are overlooked by most people. However, recent research by a few dedicated individuals has shown that Australia has a very diverse myxomycete biota with more than 330 species, the largest number known for any region of the Southern Hemisphere.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis comprehensive monograph provides keys, descriptions and information on the known distribution for all of these species in addition to containing introductory material relating to their biology and ecology. Many species are illustrated, showing the diversity of their fruiting bodies, and greatly facilitating their identification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSecretive Slime Moulds\u003c\/em\u003e will give naturalists a new insight into an often overlooked group of organisms in addition to providing an incentive to search for the many species which have undoubtedly thus far escaped notice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"NewSouth Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46854823772396,"sku":"9781486314133","price":216.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781486314133.jpg?v=1759256434"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/steven-l-stephenson.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}