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Evolution isn't just a thing of the past. It is happening right now, in every species across the world--and our influence on the future of the plants and animals around us is much bigger than we might think. A closer look at the science behind evolution shows how human behaviors like hunting, farming, and urban development have contributed to major physical changes in everything from rhinos to pigs to lizards. And these changes impact us in turn--triggering environmental shifts and contributing to climate change. The good news is there's hope: by learning to see how everything is connected, we can weigh the consequences of our choices and help shape a world that works for plants, animals, and humans alike.

"A book for middle-school-aged children about previous extinctions and possible threats to humans, from volcanoes, to asteroids, to pollution and diseases"--Provided by publisher.

"Lucy Jones interweaves her deeply personal story of recovery from addiction and depression, with that of discovering the natural world and how it aided and enlivened her progress, giving her a renewed sense of belonging and purpose. Jones writes of the intersection of science, wellness, and the environment"--Provided by publisher.

"From the author of Losing Earth, a deeply reported and beautifully told exploration of how we live in a post-natural world"--Provided by publisher.

"Examines the many ways climate change is affecting the entire planet and making life more challenging for all living things"--Provided by publisher.

Introduces the differences between rural and urban communities and describes the land, resources, and climates of mountain, island, polar, and desert communities.

Explains the scientific discovery that there is a second chemical code on top of regular DNA that has a large influence on health, and discusses how environment and lifestyle directly affect how genes are expressed.

A NOVA investigation of deaths at high altitudes, looking at mountain rescues, emergency medical evacuations, and science experiments performed on Mt. McKinley in Alaska's Denali National Park.