{"title":"Jaap de Roode","description":"\u003cp\u003eJaap de Roode is an acclaimed author whose work bridges the intricate worlds of science and nature, offering readers a fascinating exploration of natural phenomena. With a keen eye for detail and a passion for the environment, de Roode crafts narratives that are not only informative but also deeply engaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong his thought-provoking works is the noteworthy book \u003cem\u003eDoctors by Nature\u003c\/em\u003e, which delves into the remarkable abilities of animals to self-medicate and recover from illnesses using their instincts. This unique insight challenges our perceptions of animal behaviour and expands our understanding of the natural world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDe Roode’s compelling writing style makes complex scientific concepts accessible, ensuring that readers from all walks of life can gain a deeper appreciation of the wonders of nature. For anyone interested in the incredible and often surprising connections between animals and their environments, Jaap de Roode's collection is an invaluable addition to your reading list.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"doctors-by-nature-by-jaap-de-roode-9780691239248","title":"Doctors by Nature","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe astonishing story of how animals use medicine and what it can teach us about healing ourselves\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAges before the dawn of modern medicine, wild animals were harnessing the power of nature's pharmacy to heal themselves. \u003cem\u003eDoctors by Nature\u003c\/em\u003e reveals what researchers are now learning about the medical wonders of the animal world. In this visionary book, Jaap de Roode argues that we have underestimated the healing potential of nature for too long and shows how the study of self-medicating animals could impact the practice of human medicine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDrawing on illuminating interviews with leading scientists from around the globe as well as his own pioneering research on monarch butterflies, de Roode demonstrates how animals of all kinds—from ants to apes, from bees to bears, and from cats to caterpillars—use various forms of medicine to treat their own ailments and those of their relatives. We meet apes that swallow leaves to dislodge worms, sparrows that use cigarette butts to repel parasites, and bees that incorporate sticky resin into their hives to combat pathogens. De Roode asks whether these astonishing behaviours are learned or innate and explains why, now more than ever, we need to apply the lessons from medicating animals—it can pave the way for healthier livestock, more sustainable habitats for wild pollinators, and a host of other benefits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eDoctors by Nature\u003c\/em\u003e takes readers into a realm often thought to be the exclusive domain of humans, exploring how scientists are turning to the medical knowledge of the animal kingdom to improve agriculture, create better lives for our pets, and develop new pharmaceutical drugs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"NewSouth Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46998033957100,"sku":"9780691239248","price":49.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/2379623482434.jpg?v=1763205325"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/jaap-de-roode.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}