Book description
David George Haskell's How Flowers Made Our World is a spellbinding journey that turns the familiar image of flowers into a grand narrative of life itself. From the first page, the author invites us to see beyond petals and perfume and to recognize these organisms as the architects of our planet.
Haskell weaves together cutting-edge science with vivid field observations-he actually smells the orchids in Thailand, walks through a magnolia grove in Japan, and even ventures into the hidden world of seagrasses that line our coastlines. The result is a tapestry where every bloom becomes a chapter in evolution's story: how flowers rewrote plant reproduction, forged new ecological partnerships, and turned former enemies-pests, competitors, climate shifts-into allies.
What makes this book truly remarkable is its lyrical prose paired with rigorous research. Haskell writes like a naturalist poet, yet each claim is grounded in peer-reviewed studies that trace genetic flexibility and adaptive strategies across millions of years. He explains how the beauty of flowers was not merely ornamental; it was a revolutionary strategy that opened new niches, built rainforests, savannahs, prairies, and even ocean shores.
The human connection is never lost. Haskell reminds us that we are a floral species-our food, our habitats, our rituals all depend on these plants. He urges readers to look forward: flowers teach resilience and creativity in the face of rapid environmental change. Their ability to adapt offers hope for humanity's own survival.
In sum, How Flowers Made Our World is more than a botanical treatise; it is an invitation to see the world through the eyes of its most creative revolutionaries. For anyone who loves science, nature, or simply wants to marvel at the hidden forces that shape our lives, this book will leave you both enlightened and enchanted.
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Playing a wide variety of audio formats
Works on all devices with iOS 13 and newer
Huge amount of features for a small price
Frequent updates to add new features and improve existing ones
Advanced playback controls
Live sound processing
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice and noise reduction
Translated into more than 20 languages
If you love listening to fiction audiobooks, ListenBook has features to make the process easier.
Edit book data: title, author, cover
Use equalizer to make the sound comfortable for you
Adjust the playback speed
Enjoy dark and light app themes
Supported formats: MP3, M4B, AWB, FLAC, OGG audio files and many more (must be DRM free)
Auto-Bookmarks make it easy to find your place
AirPlay support allows redirection of audio output.
VoiceOver support
Dark mode for night owls
Convenient bookmarking system helps you mark the most important places.
Unlimited bookmarks for each audiobook
Put your own cover on the wager
Share your audiobook with friends
Lock-screen control
Customise app with extensive options
Sleep timer with shake to reset, set custom notification sounds, and a few unique options
Auto rewind depending on paused time, customize rewind times to your liking
Removing background noise from recordings made in classrooms and meetings
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice for a better listening experience