{"title":"Carol Grant Gould","description":"\u003cp\u003eExplore the insightful works of \u003cem\u003eCarol Grant Gould\u003c\/em\u003e, a distinguished author renowned for her contributions to the \u003cstrong\u003eScience \u0026amp; Nature\u003c\/strong\u003e genres. Her books are a true testament to her expertise and passion for the natural world, making them a must-read for anyone interested in the intricacies of nature and scientific discovery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of her notable works, \u003cem\u003eNature's Compass\u003c\/em\u003e, delves into the remarkable navigational abilities of animals, offering readers a captivating glimpse into how creatures find their way across the globe. Gould's meticulous research and engaging writing style ensure that complex scientific concepts are accessible and intriguing to all readers, from seasoned science enthusiasts to those new to the field.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're seeking to enrich your knowledge of natural history or simply wish to indulge in the wonders of our environment, Carol Grant Gould's collection promises to deliver an enlightening and pleasurable reading experience.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"natures-compass-by-james-l-gould-9780691140452","title":"Nature's Compass","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe know that animals cross miles of water, land, and sky with pinpoint precision on a daily basis. But it is only in recent years that scientists have learned how these astounding feats of navigation are actually accomplished.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith colourful and thorough detail, \u003cem\u003eNature's Compass\u003c\/em\u003e explores the remarkable methods by which animals find their way both near home and around the globe. Noted biologist James Gould and popular science writer Carol Gould delve into the elegant strategies and fail-safe backup systems, the invisible sensitivities and mysterious forces, and incredible mental abilities used by familiar and rare species, as they investigate a multitude of navigation strategies, from the simple to the astonishing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Goulds discuss how animals navigate, without instruments and training, at a level far beyond human talents. They explain how animals measure time and show how the fragile monarch butterfly employs an internal clock, calendar, compass, and map to commence and measure the two-thousand-mile annual journey to Mexico—all with a brain that weighs only a few thousandths of an ounce.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThey look at honey bees and how they rely on the sun and mental maps to locate landmarks such as nests and flowers. And they examine whether long-distance migrants, such as the homing pigeon, depend on a global positioning system to let them know where they are.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eUltimately, the authors ask if the disruption of migratory paths through habitat destruction and global warming is affecting and endangering animal species. Providing a comprehensive picture of animal navigation and migration, \u003cem\u003eNature's Compass\u003c\/em\u003e decodes the mysteries of this extraordinary aspect of natural behaviour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"NewSouth Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46854705217772,"sku":"9780691140452","price":89.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/38496529702bca84d0e162a7e9dc508e.jpg?v=1759266171"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/carol-grant-gould.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}