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BostonPL_Learn about Nature: Recommendations for Adult Summer Reading 2023

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Are you looking for a suggestion for the "Learn about Nature" challenge in this year's Adult Summer Reading Bingo? Check out one of our picks for a great read! However, you do NOT have to follow our recommendations—you can read any book that you think fits the theme. You don't even have to read a book at all! Not signed up for summer reading yet? No problem! Click the link at the end of the list to learn more about Adult Summer Reading at the Boston Public Library, including information about the challenges, prizes, and how to sign up.

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22 items

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Braiding Sweetgrass

Braiding Sweetgrass

Indigenous Wisdom, Scientific Knowledge, and the Teachings of Plants

by Kimmerer, Robin Wall

Book - 2020

Drawing on her life as an indigenous scientist, and as a woman, Kimmerer shows how other living beings—asters and goldenrod, strawberries and squash, sala...Show more Drawing on her life as an indigenous scientist, and as a woman, Kimmerer shows how other living beings—asters and goldenrod, strawberries and squash, salamanders, algae, and sweetgrass—offer us gifts and lessons, even if we've forgotten how to hear their voices. Show less

Drawing on her life as an indigenous scientist, and as a woman, Kimmerer shows how other living beings—asters and goldenrod, strawberries and squash, sala...Show more Drawing on her life as an indigenous scientist, and as a woman, Kimmerer shows how other living beings—asters and goldenrod, strawberries and squash, salamanders, algae, and sweetgrass—offer us gifts and lessons, even if we've forgotten how to hear their voices. Show less

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Under A White Sky

Under A White Sky

The Nature of the Future

by Kolbert, Elizabeth

Book - 2021

Kolbert presents a sobering and realistic look at humankind's perhaps misplaced faith that technology can work with nature to produce a more livable planet. Kolbert presents a sobering and realistic look at humankind's perhaps misplaced faith that technology can work with nature to produce a more livable planet. Show less

Kolbert presents a sobering and realistic look at humankind's perhaps misplaced faith that technology can work with nature to produce a more livable planet. Kolbert presents a sobering and realistic look at humankind's perhaps misplaced faith that technology can work with nature to produce a more livable planet. Show less

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A Most Remarkable Creature

A Most Remarkable Creature

The Hidden Life and Epic Journey of the World's Smartest Birds of Prey

by Meiburg, Jonathan

Book - 2021

Meiburg, an award-winning natural science writer, introduces readers to the remarkable world of the caracaras, discussing how the species baffled Darwin and why it has remained confined to a small South American region. Meiburg, an award-winning natural science writer, introduces readers to the remarkable world of the caracaras, discussing how the species baffled Darwin and why it has remained confined to a small South American region. Show less

Meiburg, an award-winning natural science writer, introduces readers to the remarkable world of the caracaras, discussing how the species baffled Darwin and why it has remained confined to a small South American region. Meiburg, an award-winning natural science writer, introduces readers to the remarkable world of the caracaras, discussing how the species baffled Darwin and why it has remained confined to a small South American region. Show less

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How Far the Light Reaches

How Far the Light Reaches

A Life in Ten Sea Creatures

by Imbler, Sabrina

Book - 2022

Imbler, a science journalist, pairs vibrant descriptions of the lives of ten wondrous creatures of the deep with candid accounts of her experiences as a mixed-race and queer individual seeking a place in an often inhospitable world. Imbler, a science journalist, pairs vibrant descriptions of the lives of ten wondrous creatures of the deep with candid accounts of her experiences as a mixed-race and queer individual seeking a place in an often inhospitable world. Show less

Imbler, a science journalist, pairs vibrant descriptions of the lives of ten wondrous creatures of the deep with candid accounts of her experiences as a mixed-race and queer individual seeking a place in an often inhospitable world. Imbler, a science journalist, pairs vibrant descriptions of the lives of ten wondrous creatures of the deep with candid accounts of her experiences as a mixed-race and queer individual seeking a place in an often inhospitable world. Show less

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The Hidden World of the Fox

The Hidden World of the Fox

by Brand, Adele

eBook - 2019

A mammal ecologist draws on scientific research in multiple countries to share insights into the species’ evolution, its highly adaptable nature, and the cultural history it has inspired. A mammal ecologist draws on scientific research in multiple countries to share insights into the species’ evolution, its highly adaptable nature, and the cultural history it has inspired. Show less

A mammal ecologist draws on scientific research in multiple countries to share insights into the species’ evolution, its highly adaptable nature, and the cultural history it has inspired. A mammal ecologist draws on scientific research in multiple countries to share insights into the species’ evolution, its highly adaptable nature, and the cultural history it has inspired. Show less

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The Birds at My Table

The Birds at My Table

Why We Feed Wild Birds and Why It Matters

by Jones, Darryl N

Book - 2018

Jones, an Australian naturalist, expresses his concerns about the feeding of wild birds and examines the impact not just on birds, but on the environment as a whole. Jones, an Australian naturalist, expresses his concerns about the feeding of wild birds and examines the impact not just on birds, but on the environment as a whole. Show less

Jones, an Australian naturalist, expresses his concerns about the feeding of wild birds and examines the impact not just on birds, but on the environment as a whole. Jones, an Australian naturalist, expresses his concerns about the feeding of wild birds and examines the impact not just on birds, but on the environment as a whole. Show less

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Endless Forms

Endless Forms

The Secret World of Wasps

by Sumner, Seirian

Book - 2022

A professor of behavioral ecology examines the highly complex and diverse world of wasps and how they hold our fragile ecosystem in balance despite their reputation as winged assassins with formidable stings. A professor of behavioral ecology examines the highly complex and diverse world of wasps and how they hold our fragile ecosystem in balance despite their reputation as winged assassins with formidable stings. Show less

A professor of behavioral ecology examines the highly complex and diverse world of wasps and how they hold our fragile ecosystem in balance despite their reputation as winged assassins with formidable stings. A professor of behavioral ecology examines the highly complex and diverse world of wasps and how they hold our fragile ecosystem in balance despite their reputation as winged assassins with formidable stings. Show less

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That Wild Country

That Wild Country

An Epic Journey Through the Past, Present, and Future of America's Public Lands

by Kenyon, Mark

Book - 2019

A popular podcaster, outdoorsman, and writer describes the history of America’s public land system and the arguments over the years about whether to develop the valuable resources they house or conserve them. A popular podcaster, outdoorsman, and writer describes the history of America’s public land system and the arguments over the years about whether to develop the valuable resources they house or conserve them. Show less

A popular podcaster, outdoorsman, and writer describes the history of America’s public land system and the arguments over the years about whether to develop the valuable resources they house or conserve them. A popular podcaster, outdoorsman, and writer describes the history of America’s public land system and the arguments over the years about whether to develop the valuable resources they house or conserve them. Show less

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The Hidden Life of Trees

The Hidden Life of Trees

What They Feel, How They Communicate : Discoveries From A Secret World

by Wohlleben, Peter

Book - 2016

Wohlleben draws on up-to-date research and engaging forester stories to reveal how trees nurture each other and communicate, outlining the life cycles of ...Show more Wohlleben draws on up-to-date research and engaging forester stories to reveal how trees nurture each other and communicate, outlining the life cycles of "tree families" that support mutual growth, share nutrients, and contribute to a resilient ecosystem. Show less

Wohlleben draws on up-to-date research and engaging forester stories to reveal how trees nurture each other and communicate, outlining the life cycles of ...Show more Wohlleben draws on up-to-date research and engaging forester stories to reveal how trees nurture each other and communicate, outlining the life cycles of "tree families" that support mutual growth, share nutrients, and contribute to a resilient ecosystem. Show less

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H Is for Hawk

H Is for Hawk

by Macdonald, Helen

Book - 2014

Macdonald recounts how she, an experienced falconer grieving the sudden death of her father, endeavored to train for the first time a dangerous goshawk predator as part of her personal recovery. Macdonald recounts how she, an experienced falconer grieving the sudden death of her father, endeavored to train for the first time a dangerous goshawk predator as part of her personal recovery. Show less

Macdonald recounts how she, an experienced falconer grieving the sudden death of her father, endeavored to train for the first time a dangerous goshawk predator as part of her personal recovery. Macdonald recounts how she, an experienced falconer grieving the sudden death of her father, endeavored to train for the first time a dangerous goshawk predator as part of her personal recovery. Show less

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Of Cockroaches and Crickets

Of Cockroaches and Crickets

Learning to Love Creatures That Skitter and Jump

by Nischk, Frank

Book - 2023

An entomologist reveals his love and admiration for creatures such as cockroaches and crickets, sharing fascinating facts, incredible stories, and unbelievable anecdotes about the wonderful world of insects. An entomologist reveals his love and admiration for creatures such as cockroaches and crickets, sharing fascinating facts, incredible stories, and unbelievable anecdotes about the wonderful world of insects. Show less

An entomologist reveals his love and admiration for creatures such as cockroaches and crickets, sharing fascinating facts, incredible stories, and unbelievable anecdotes about the wonderful world of insects. An entomologist reveals his love and admiration for creatures such as cockroaches and crickets, sharing fascinating facts, incredible stories, and unbelievable anecdotes about the wonderful world of insects. Show less

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Lab Girl

Lab Girl

by Jahren, Hope

eBook - 2016

Jahren traces her childhood in her father's laboratory, her longtime relationship with a brilliant but wounded colleague, and the remarkable discoveries they have made both in the lab and during extensive field research assignments. Jahren traces her childhood in her father's laboratory, her longtime relationship with a brilliant but wounded colleague, and the remarkable discoveries they have made both in the lab and during extensive field research assignments. Show less

Jahren traces her childhood in her father's laboratory, her longtime relationship with a brilliant but wounded colleague, and the remarkable discoveries they have made both in the lab and during extensive field research assignments. Jahren traces her childhood in her father's laboratory, her longtime relationship with a brilliant but wounded colleague, and the remarkable discoveries they have made both in the lab and during extensive field research assignments. Show less

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An Immense World

An Immense World

How Animal Senses Reveal the Hidden Realms Around Us

by Yong, Ed

Downloadable Audiobook - 2022

The Pulitzer Prize-winning New York Times best-selling author of I Contain Multitudes examines how the world of animal senses can help us understand and transform the way we perceive our world. The Pulitzer Prize-winning New York Times best-selling author of I Contain Multitudes examines how the world of animal senses can help us understand and transform the way we perceive our world. Show less

The Pulitzer Prize-winning New York Times best-selling author of I Contain Multitudes examines how the world of animal senses can help us understand and transform the way we perceive our world. The Pulitzer Prize-winning New York Times best-selling author of I Contain Multitudes examines how the world of animal senses can help us understand and transform the way we perceive our world. Show less

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Fuzz

Fuzz

When Nature Breaks the Law

by Roach, Mary

Book - 2021

Roach, the acclaimed science writer, sheds light on nature’s malefactors in this often funny, always provocative survey of species that “regularly commit acts that put them at odds with humans.” Roach, the acclaimed science writer, sheds light on nature’s malefactors in this often funny, always provocative survey of species that “regularly commit acts that put them at odds with humans.” Show less

Roach, the acclaimed science writer, sheds light on nature’s malefactors in this often funny, always provocative survey of species that “regularly commit acts that put them at odds with humans.” Roach, the acclaimed science writer, sheds light on nature’s malefactors in this often funny, always provocative survey of species that “regularly commit acts that put them at odds with humans.” Show less

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Bicycling with Butterflies

Bicycling with Butterflies

My 10,201-Mile Journey Following the Monarch Migration

by Dykman, Sara

eBook - 2021

An outdoor educator and field researcher recounts her incredible journey following the annual migration of the threatened monarch butterfly by biking with them on a 10,000 mile, round-trip journey through three countries. An outdoor educator and field researcher recounts her incredible journey following the annual migration of the threatened monarch butterfly by biking with them on a 10,000 mile, round-trip journey through three countries. Show less

An outdoor educator and field researcher recounts her incredible journey following the annual migration of the threatened monarch butterfly by biking with them on a 10,000 mile, round-trip journey through three countries. An outdoor educator and field researcher recounts her incredible journey following the annual migration of the threatened monarch butterfly by biking with them on a 10,000 mile, round-trip journey through three countries. Show less

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The Wise Hours

The Wise Hours

A Journey Into the Wild and Secret World of Owls

by Darlington, Miriam

Book - 2023

A British nature writer watches and listens to the natural world and to the rhythms of her home and family, inviting readers to discover the wonders of ow...Show more A British nature writer watches and listens to the natural world and to the rhythms of her home and family, inviting readers to discover the wonders of owls while rewilding our imagination with the mystery, fragility, and magnificence of all creatures. Show less

A British nature writer watches and listens to the natural world and to the rhythms of her home and family, inviting readers to discover the wonders of ow...Show more A British nature writer watches and listens to the natural world and to the rhythms of her home and family, inviting readers to discover the wonders of owls while rewilding our imagination with the mystery, fragility, and magnificence of all creatures. Show less

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The Invention of Nature

The Invention of Nature

Alexander von Humboldt's New World

by Wulf, Andrea

eBook - 2015

Wulf reveals the forgotten life of Alexander von Humboldt, the visionary German naturalist whose ideas changed the way we see the natural world—and in the process created modern environmentalism. Wulf reveals the forgotten life of Alexander von Humboldt, the visionary German naturalist whose ideas changed the way we see the natural world—and in the process created modern environmentalism. Show less

Wulf reveals the forgotten life of Alexander von Humboldt, the visionary German naturalist whose ideas changed the way we see the natural world—and in the process created modern environmentalism. Wulf reveals the forgotten life of Alexander von Humboldt, the visionary German naturalist whose ideas changed the way we see the natural world—and in the process created modern environmentalism. Show less

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The Brilliant Abyss

The Brilliant Abyss

Exploring the Majestic Hidden Life of the Deep Ocean, and the Looming Threat That Imperils It

by Scales, Helen

Downloadable Audiobook - 2021

A marine biologist brings to vibrant life the extraordinary ecosystem of the deep ocean, which has a huge effect on our daily life, in this fascinating book that is at once a revelation and a clarion call to preserve this vast unseen world. A marine biologist brings to vibrant life the extraordinary ecosystem of the deep ocean, which has a huge effect on our daily life, in this fascinating book that is at once a revelation and a clarion call to preserve this vast unseen world. Show less

A marine biologist brings to vibrant life the extraordinary ecosystem of the deep ocean, which has a huge effect on our daily life, in this fascinating book that is at once a revelation and a clarion call to preserve this vast unseen world. A marine biologist brings to vibrant life the extraordinary ecosystem of the deep ocean, which has a huge effect on our daily life, in this fascinating book that is at once a revelation and a clarion call to preserve this vast unseen world. Show less

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Becoming Wild

Becoming Wild

How Animal Cultures Raise Families, Create Beauty, and Achieve Peace

by Safina, Carl

Book - 2020

With reporting from deep in nature, alongside individual creatures in their free-living communities, Safina offers a glimpse into the cultures of non-human animals. With reporting from deep in nature, alongside individual creatures in their free-living communities, Safina offers a glimpse into the cultures of non-human animals. Show less

With reporting from deep in nature, alongside individual creatures in their free-living communities, Safina offers a glimpse into the cultures of non-human animals. With reporting from deep in nature, alongside individual creatures in their free-living communities, Safina offers a glimpse into the cultures of non-human animals. Show less

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World of Wonders

World of Wonders

In Praise of Fireflies, Whale Sharks, and Other Astonishments

by Nezhukumatathil, Aimee

eBook - 2020

Nezhukumatathil’s essay collection about fantastic creatures and plants is shot through with memories of her peripatetic life and observations about race, motherhood, and environmental issues. Nezhukumatathil’s essay collection about fantastic creatures and plants is shot through with memories of her peripatetic life and observations about race, motherhood, and environmental issues. Show less

Nezhukumatathil’s essay collection about fantastic creatures and plants is shot through with memories of her peripatetic life and observations about race, motherhood, and environmental issues. Nezhukumatathil’s essay collection about fantastic creatures and plants is shot through with memories of her peripatetic life and observations about race, motherhood, and environmental issues. Show less

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The Eight Master Lessons of Nature

The Eight Master Lessons of Nature

What Nature Teaches Us About Living Well in the World

by Ferguson, Gary

Book - 2019

With new insights into the inner workings of nature's wonders, Ferguson presents a fascinating exploration into how many of the most remarkable aspects of nature are hardwired into our very DNA. With new insights into the inner workings of nature's wonders, Ferguson presents a fascinating exploration into how many of the most remarkable aspects of nature are hardwired into our very DNA. Show less

With new insights into the inner workings of nature's wonders, Ferguson presents a fascinating exploration into how many of the most remarkable aspects of nature are hardwired into our very DNA. With new insights into the inner workings of nature's wonders, Ferguson presents a fascinating exploration into how many of the most remarkable aspects of nature are hardwired into our very DNA. Show less

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Adult Summer Reading 2023

https://www.bpl.org/bingo/

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Visit our webpage to learn more about the Adult Summer Reading Program, which runs from June 1 to August 31. Visit our webpage to learn more about the Adult Summer Reading Program, which runs from June 1 to August 31. Show less

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