130,000+ Books, Games & Puzzles in-stock 🇳🇿

Overnight NZ-wide delivery 🚀 | Visit our Auckland bookstore • Open 7 days, 8:30am–5pm

Science & Nature

(19726)
View as
  • Orientalism
    Orientalism is one of the greatest and most influential books of ideas to be published since the end of the European empires. For generations now, it has defined our understanding of colonialism and empire, and with each passing year, its influence becomes, if anything, even greater. To mark its 25th anniversary, Orientalism rightfully takes its place as a Penguin Modern...
    By Edward W. Said
    Paperback
    $2700
    Elsewhere:
    $3000
    In Stock
    Ships tomorrow
  • Being Mortal
    In Being Mortal, renowned surgeon and writer Atul Gawande addresses one of the most compelling issues of our age: the human experience of mortality and the limitations of medicine in the context of aging and death. Through poignant storytelling and insightful analysis, Gawande explores how modern medicine has reshaped our approach to life's end and how this often contrasts with...
    By Atul Gawande
    Paperback
    $2499
    Elsewhere:
    $2799
    In Stock
    Ships tomorrow
  • The Precipice
    The Precipice by Toby Ord is a captivating exploration into one of the most pivotal times in human history. The book presents a compelling narrative that merges cutting-edge science, thoughtful philosophy, and nuanced ethical considerations as it delves into humanity's greatest existential risks and the steps we must take to ensure our survival. Ord illustrates how the future of humanity...
    By Toby Ord
    Paperback
    $2200
    Elsewhere:
    $2499
    In Stock
    Ships tomorrow
  • What If?2
    'Nerd royalty' Ben Goldacre 'Laugh-out-loud funny' Bill Gates 'Totally brilliant' Tim Harford What If? 2 explores what happens when you still have so many more strange questions about the universe. And imagine if Randall Munroe, former NASA roboticist and xkcd creator, were prepared to move mountains, fill the solar system with soup, and alter the space-time continuum just to answer...
    By Randall Munroe
    Paperback
    $2700
    Elsewhere:
    $2999
    In Stock
    Ships tomorrow
  • The Cultural Tutor
    The Cultural Tutor is dedicated to a cosmopolitan view of culture. It writes about every continent, every religion, every tradition of art and poetry. TOMIWA OWOLADE, THE TIMES For anyone who has enjoyed The Cultural Tutor on X, this book will be more of the same delight. Expect nuggets of insight and wisdom, wrapped in the author's trademark warmth and...
    By Sheehan Quirke
    Hardback
    $3400
    In Stock
    Ships tomorrow
  • Hen Party
    An illustrated compendium of common and rare breed chickens by the Sunday Times bestselling gardener. It is my hope that this book will help you discover, or reconfirm, which chicken breeds are your favourites and encourage you to keep them yourself, or at least to remember them. Spotlighting more than fifty breeds of chicken, from the classy Ancona to the...
    By Arthur Parkinson
    Hardback
    $4000
    (1)
    In Stock
    Ships tomorrow
  • Determined
    The legendary author of Behave shows that free will cannot exist and explores the radical and disturbing implications. What if free will is an illusion? In Determined, one of the world's greatest scientists of human behaviour overturns one of our most powerful beliefs—that we are the authors of our own actions—and sets out the disturbing yet liberating implications of accepting...
    By Robert M Sapolsky
    Paperback
    $3000
    In Stock
    Ships tomorrow
  • The Dictionary of Body Language
    From former FBI agent and bestselling author Joe Navarro comes a field guide companion to his classic What Every BODY is Saying, revealing over 400 essential body language indicators. A decade after his international bestseller What Every BODY is Saying, which has sold more than half a million copies in the U.S. and been published in dozens of foreign territories,...
    By Joe Navarro
    Paperback
    $2199
    Elsewhere:
    $2699
    In Stock
    Ships tomorrow
  • On Sale
    20% off
    Superagency
    Tech visionary Reid Hoffman shares his unique insider’s perspective on an AI-powered future, making the case for its potential to unlock a world of possibilities. Superagency offers a roadmap for using AI inclusively and adaptively to improve our lives and create positive change. While acknowledging challenges like disinformation and potential job changes, the book focuses on AI’s immense potential to...
    By Reid Hoffman and Greg Beato
    Hardback
    $5200
    Usually:
    $6500
    In Stock
    Ships tomorrow
  • The Earth Transformed
    THE TIMES BEST HISTORY BOOK OF 2023 A BOOK OF THE YEAR PICK FOR THE TIMES, SUNDAY TIMES, BBC HISTORY MAGAZINE, GUARDIAN, INDEPENDENT AND FINANCIAL TIMES A BBC RADIO 4 BOOK OF THE WEEK | AN INSTANT SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER 'Humanity has transformed the Earth: Frankopan transforms our understanding of history' Financial Times 'Vast, learned and timely work' Sunday Times...
    By Professor Peter Frankopan
    Paperback
    $2600
    Elsewhere:
    $2999
    In Stock
    Ships tomorrow
  • The Autistic Brain
    The Autistic Brain, co-authored by Temple Grandin and Richard Panek, is a compelling exploration into the intricacies of autism from one of the most accomplished and renowned individuals living with the condition. This groundbreaking book delves into the personal experiences of Temple Grandin, providing an insightful and thought-provoking narrative coupled with the latest scientific research on autism. The authors use...
    By Temple Grandin and Richard Panek
    Paperback
    $3200
    Elsewhere:
    $3700
    In Stock
    Ships tomorrow
  • Woman Hating
    Woman Hating is Andrea Dworkin's seminal debut which argued that a deep-rooted hatred of women has reigned in society for centuries—and still governs us today. 'This book is an action, a political action where revolution is the goal.' Andrea Dworkin's blazing, prophetic debut argued that a deep-rooted hatred of women has been ingrained in society for centuries—and still governs us...
    By Andrea Dworkin
    Paperback
    $2700
    Elsewhere:
    $3000
    In Stock
    Ships tomorrow
  • How to Change Your Mind
    How to Change Your Mind by Michael Pollan takes readers on a fascinating journey into the often misunderstood world of psychedelics. Pollan, one of America's most esteemed writers, explores the complex history, the controversial science, and the potential future of mind-altering substances. By diving deep into the past and present research, Pollan reveals how psychedelics could potentially revolutionise our understanding...
    By Michael Pollan
    Paperback
    $2400
    Elsewhere:
    $3000
    In Stock
    Ships tomorrow
  • How to Save the Amazon
    GUARDIAN 2025 BOOK TO LOOK FORWARD TO 'Bold, pacy, bursting with optimism and filled with vivid descriptions, this is the work of an indomitable soul' - Guy Shrubsole 'A defiant triumph of a book' - Gaia Vince 'An important book which we should all read' - Andrea Wulf An urgent work of reportage which takes the reader deep inside the...
    By Dom Phillips
    Hardback
    $4999
    In Stock
    Ships tomorrow
  • A Brief History of Intelligence
    Bridges the gap between AI and neuroscience by telling the story of how the brain came to be. I found this book amazing – Daniel Kahneman, Winner of the Nobel Prize in Economics and bestselling author of Thinking Fast & Slow The entirety of the human brain's 4-billion-year story can be summarised as the culmination of five evolutionary breakthroughs, starting...
    By Max Bennett
    Paperback
    $2799
    In Stock
    Ships tomorrow
  • On Sale
    20% off
    White Holes
    White Holes by Carlo Rovelli is a captivating exploration of the cosmos that invites readers to delve deep into the enigmatic and extraordinary phenomenon of white holes. From the bestselling author of Seven Brief Lessons on Physics, Rovelli once again brings his unique blend of clarity and wonder to the forefront, guiding us through an ambitious journey into the universe’s...
    By Carlo Rovelli
    Paperback
    $2400
    Usually:
    $3000
    In Stock
    Ships tomorrow
  • Longitude
    The tenth anniversary edition of Longitude by Dava Sobel brings readers a captivating and dramatic recount of one of the greatest scientific quests in history: the search for a reliable method to determine a ship’s longitude at sea. This engrossing tale centres around the epic struggle to solve the “longitude problem,” a scientific conundrum that, for centuries, left sailors adrift...
    By Dava Sobel
    Paperback
    $2299
    In Stock
    Ships tomorrow
  • Bullshit Jobs
    In Bullshit Jobs, David Graeber delves into the overwhelming phenomenon of meaningless employment that plagues modern society. The book begins by examining the stark contradiction between our technological advancements and the persistent reality of increasing work hours. Despite predictions from notable economists like John Maynard Keynes, who foresaw a future of fifteen-hour workweeks, we find ourselves inundated with jobs that...
    By David Graeber
    Paperback
    $2600
    Elsewhere:
    $2800
    In Stock
    Ships tomorrow
  • Women, Race & Class
    The ground-breaking history of civil rights and inequality by legendary political activist and scholar Angela Y. Davis, Women, Race & Class, offers a comprehensive examination of the pivotal role of African American women in the evolution of civil rights and feminist movements. Davis meticulously maps out the collective struggles and intersectionalities of race, gender, and class, framing these interwoven threads...
    By Angela Y. Davis
    Paperback
    $3000
    In Stock
    Ships tomorrow
  • On Sale
    19% off
    Stitch It, Don't Ditch It
    Mastering the art of mending just requires a few simple hand-sewing techniques which can extend the life of your wardrobe and your favourite clothing. Stitch It, Don't Ditch It will guide you through the fundamentals of mending, from the kit you’ll need and how to tackle different types of repairs to the core skills covering the common mends that will...
    By Jeanna Wigger and Mary V Morton
    Paperback
    $2500
    Usually:
    $3099
    In Stock
    Ships tomorrow
  • RHS Complete Gardener's Manual
    RHS Complete Gardener's Manual is an essential guide covering every aspect of gardening, including growing ornamental and edible plants, pruning and propagation, and garden design. A one-stop treasure trove from the RHS that covers every aspect of gardening, from planning and planting to growing and care. Choose plants that will thrive in your space. Design a border for year-round colour....
    By DK
    Hardback
    $6500
    In Stock
    Ships tomorrow
  • The Dawn of Everything
    The Dawn of Everything by David Graeber and David Wengrow is a monumental and revolutionary exploration of human history that challenges long-held beliefs about the origin of civilisation. This groundbreaking work embarks on a breathtaking journey through the earliest societies, revealing a complex tapestry of human interaction devoid of the simplistic interpretations of either 'primitive and childlike' or 'brutish and...
    By David Wengrow and David Graeber
    Paperback
    $2700
    Elsewhere:
    $3000
    In Stock
    Ships tomorrow
  • Astrophysics for Young People in a Hurry
    Dive into the cosmic mysteries with the engaging and enlightening guide, Astrophysics for Young People in a Hurry, written by renowned astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson. Perfect for inquisitive minds and young readers with a thirst for knowledge, this book is an adaptation of Tyson’s bestselling work, Astrophysics for People in a Hurry, specially tailored to spark the imagination and curiosity...
    By Neil deGrasse Tyson
    Paperback
    $2100
    Elsewhere:
    $2299
    In Stock
    Ships tomorrow
  • Tim's Pick Tim's Pick
    Astrophysics for People in a Hurry
    There's no better guide through mind-expanding questions such as what the nature of space and time is, how we fit within the universe, and how the universe fits within us than Neil deGrasse Tyson. But today, few of us have time to contemplate the cosmos. So Tyson brings the universe down to Earth succinctly and clearly, with sparkling wit, in...
    By Neil deGrasse Tyson
    Hardback
    $3300
    Elsewhere:
    $3599
    In Stock
    Ships tomorrow
  • The Cat Who Solved Three Murders
    'A terrific read - murder, arson and a cat who is so much more than he seems!' - J. M. Hall, author of A Spoonful of Murder The Cat Who Solved Three Murders by L T Shearer is a charming cosy crime read for fans of Richard Osman and S. J. Bennett. Retired police detective Lulu Lewis's life changed forever...
    By L T Shearer
    Paperback
    $2499
    In Stock
    Ships tomorrow
  • H is for Hawk
    H is for Hawk by Helen Macdonald is a poignant and compelling memoir that intertwines the story of a woman’s journey through grief with the meticulous and challenging process of training a goshawk, one of nature’s most formidable and untamed birds of prey. This number-one bestselling phenomenon grips readers with its profound meditation on loss, recovery, and the intertwining of...
    By Helen Macdonald
    Paperback
    $2600
    In Stock
    Ships tomorrow
  • On Sale
    20% off
    You Didn't Hear This From Me
    A deliciously insightful exploration of why we are so obsessed with gossip, and what it can tell us about humans and their search for truth. Can you keep a secret? It's harder than it seems—after all, it's only human to thirst after the juicy updates, jaw-dropping stories, and idle chatter that we typically collect over drinks with friends. No one...
    By Kelsey McKinney
    Hardback
    $4000
    Usually:
    $5000
    In Stock
    Ships tomorrow
  • Your Brain on Art
    THE NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLERA WATERSTONES BEST BOOK OF 2023BARNES & NOBLE'S BEST SCIENCE & NATURE BOOKS OF 2023 The arts can deliver potent, accessible, and proven solutions for the wellbeing of everyone. In this book, Magsamen and Ross offer compelling research that shows how engaging in an art project for as little as forty-five minutes reduces the stress hormone...
    By Susan Magsamen and Ivy Ross
    Paperback
    $2799
    In Stock
    Ships tomorrow
  • My Very First Bible
    A perfect introduction to 25 of the most beloved Bible stories. This illustrated first Bible story book for children is a wonderful collection of 25 favourite Bible stories re-told for a young audience. Accounts from the Old Testament and parables from the New Testament are covered in a clear and accessible way. From Creation to Noah's Ark, each story is...
    By DK
    Hardback
    $2200
    Elsewhere:
    $2600
    (1)
    In Stock
    Ships tomorrow
  • An Immense World
    The stunning Sunday Times bestseller that will transform the way you perceive the world - from Pulitzer prize-winning journalist and bestselling author of I Contain Multitudes. SUNDAY TIMES and NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER This is our world, as you've never seen it before. The Earth teems with sights and textures, sounds and vibrations, smells and tastes, electric and magnetic fields....
    By Ed Yong
    Paperback
    $2600
    Elsewhere:
    $3000
    In Stock
    Ships tomorrow
  • The Unaccountability Machine
    When we avoid taking a decision, what happens to it? In The Unaccountability Machine, Dan Davies examines why markets, institutions and even governments systematically generate outcomes that everyone involved claims not to want. He casts new light on the writing of Stafford Beer, a legendary economist who argued in the 1950s that we should regard organisations as artificial intelligences, capable...
    By Dan Davies
    Paperback
    $2799
    In Stock
    Ships tomorrow
  • The Secret World of Weather
    Telegraph Best Books of 2021 'Marvellous... Gooley's witty, conversational writing makes reading a joyful breeze' Geographical Magazine 'A sensitive study that combines theoretical physics with beautiful nature writing.' - Telegraph Best Books To Read On A Summer Holiday The Secret World of Weather frames itself early on as an aid to forecasting, by decoding signs in mackerel skies and dust...
    By Tristan Gooley
    Paperback
    $2999
    In Stock
    Ships tomorrow
  • Look Inside Volcanoes and Earthquakes
    An exciting look at two of nature's most thrilling and dangerous forces. Have you ever wondered what it feels like to be in an earthquake, or close to a volcano when it erupts? With lots of flaps to lift, Look Inside Volcanoes and Earthquakes takes you on a tour of shaking cities and rumbling volcanoes to discover why these forces...
    By Emily Bone and Laura Cowan
    Board book
    $2100
    Elsewhere:
    $2299
    In Stock
    Ships tomorrow
  • Phrenology Cat
    Have you ever wondered why your cat acts a certain way, has such an attitude, or does strange things? Now with the Phrenology Cat kit, you can pinpoint and label where exactly in your cat's brain their emotions, likes and dislikes, and quirks are located on a cute ceramic cat head. This kit includes: A 3-inch tall uniquely designed and...
    By Marlo Scrimizzi
    Set
    $1999
    In Stock
    Ships tomorrow
  • Finding the Mother Tree
    The world-leading scientist of plant communication and intelligence reveals how she discovered the secrets of the forest. Raised in the hardy forest communities of British Columbia, scientist Suzanne Simard overturned conventional beliefs in proving that trees and plants are connected underground by an immense web of fungal mycelia, at the centre of which lie the Mother Trees— the mysterious, powerful...
    By Suzanne Simard
    Paperback
    $2300
    Elsewhere:
    $2600
    In Stock
    Ships tomorrow
  • There Is Nothing for You Here
    This book has a miraculous quality.... As a memoir this is hard to put down; if you are seeking a better American future you should pick it up.”—Timothy Snyder, New York Times best-selling author of On Tyranny INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER A celebrated foreign policy expert and key impeachment witness reveals how declining opportunity has set America on the...
    By Fiona Hill
    Paperback
    $4500
    In Stock
    Ships tomorrow
  • Windswept
    Windswept is a wonderful work, prose painted in bold, bright strokes like a Scottish Colourist's canvas’ ROBERT MACFARLANE ‘An instant classic of British nature-writing’ SUNDAY TELEGRAPH A few years ago, Annie Worsley traded a busy life in academia to take on a small-holding or croft on the west coast of Scotland. It is a land ruled by great elemental forces...
    By Annie Worsley
    Paperback
    $2899
    In Stock
    Ships tomorrow
  • The Times Desktop Atlas of the World
    Discover new places with authoritative atlases, beautifully designed and packaged. The Times Desktop Atlas of the World is an excellent world atlas for everyday use at home or work, offering broad coverage at a great price. It features clear, authoritative Times atlas mapping that is fully updated. Detailed maps in the distinctive and respected Times style provide balanced, systematic coverage...
    By Times Atlases
    Hardback
    $6500
    In Stock
    Ships tomorrow
  • On Sale
    20% off
    Repast (British Museum)
    A deliciously fascinating, expertly written global tour of cooking, eating and drinking, told through objects in the collections of the British Museum. Our insatiable appetite for creativity in the kitchen—or around the open fire—is reflected in the fascinating array of objects explored in this book. Authored by food writer Jenny Linford in consultation with curators from the British Museum, Repast...
    By Jenny Linford
    Hardback
    $5200
    Usually:
    $6499
    In Stock
    Ships tomorrow
  • On Sale
    20% off
    Adventures of a Young Naturalist
    In 1954, a young and ambitious television presenter named David Attenborough was granted the chance of a lifetime - to travel the globe in search of rare and elusive animals for the London Zoo's collection, and to document these fascinating expeditions for the BBC. Adventures of a Young Naturalist chronicles these extraordinary journeys, transporting readers to exotic landscapes and captivating...
    By Sir David Attenborough
    Paperback
    $2400
    Usually:
    $2999
    (1)
    In Stock
    Ships tomorrow
  • Look Inside Our World
    Look Inside Our World invites readers to lift the flaps and embark on a fun, fact-filled journey around the world. With over 80 flaps to explore, intrepid explorers can discover our world, from the layers that make up planet Earth to the tiniest insects in the rainforest and the creatures who live at the very bottom of the sea. The...
    By Emily Bone
    Board book
    $2100
    Elsewhere:
    $2299
    In Stock
    Ships tomorrow
  • Manufacturing Consent
    Manufacturing Consent by Noam Chomsky and Edward S. Herman offers a critical examination of the news media and its role in shaping public perception. Far from the popular notion of the press as an obstinate seeker of truth, this book argues that news is heavily influenced by elite interests who control the marketplace and the economics of publishing. Through meticulous...
    By Noam Chomsky and Edward S Herman
    Paperback
    $3499
    In Stock
    Ships tomorrow
  • Quantum Mechanics: The Theoretical Minimum
    Quantum Mechanics: The Theoretical Minimum is the second volume in Leonard Susskind's immensely popular introductory series on physics. Following the success of the first volume, where Susskind unravelled the complexities of classical mechanics, this book delves into the fascinating world of quantum mechanics, providing a detailed yet accessible exploration of the subject. Designed for those who are serious about learning...
    By Leonard Susskind and Art Friedman
    Paperback
    $2300
    Elsewhere:
    $2600
    In Stock
    Ships tomorrow
  • Cosmos
    Cosmos by Carl Sagan takes readers on a profound journey through the vast expanse of space and time, exploring the intricacies of the universe from its very inception to the rise of human civilisation. Sagan's narrative sweeps through 15 billion years of cosmic evolution, illustrating how matter and life have combined to create consciousness, and how science and civilisation have...
    By Carl Sagan
    Paperback
    $3100
    Elsewhere:
    $3499
    In Stock
    Ships tomorrow
  • How To
    How To by Randall Munroe is a unique and ingenious guide that turns conventional wisdom on its head, offering humorous and highly impractical solutions to everyday challenges. This is not your typical self-help book; it dives into the fantastical and laugh-out-loud world of Munroe’s imagination, where humour and science blend seamlessly. From the mind behind the beloved webcomic XKCD and...
    By Randall Munroe
    Paperback
    $2999
    In Stock
    Ships tomorrow
  • On Sale
    20% off
    Nexus
    From renowned historian and #1 Sunday Times bestselling author Yuval Noah Harari comes the story of how information networks have made, and unmade, our world. For the last 100,000 years, we Sapiens have accumulated enormous power. But despite all our discoveries, inventions and conquests, we now find ourselves in an existential crisis. The world is on the verge of ecological...
    By Yuval Noah Harari
    Hardback
    $6000
    Usually:
    $7500
    In Stock
    Ships tomorrow
  • On Sale
    20% off
    And Finally
    From the No.1 bestselling author of Do No Harm, an unflinching and deeply personal exploration of death, life and what matters in the end. From the No.1 bestselling author of Do No Harm, an entrancing and uplifting meditation on the gift of life. "A book to treasure and reread" – Gavin Francis, author of Adventures in Human Being As a...
    By Henry Marsh
    Paperback
    $2400
    Usually:
    $3000
    In Stock
    Ships tomorrow
  • How to Solve It
    How to Solve It by George Pólya is considered the quintessential guide to mathematical problem-solving, written by one of the most celebrated teachers of the twentieth century. At its core, the book offers a pragmatic yet profound approach to tackling mathematical problems, making it an indispensable resource for students, educators, and anyone fascinated by the subject. The essence of How...
    By George Polya
    Paperback
    $2800
    Elsewhere:
    $3200
    In Stock
    Ships tomorrow
  • Finding Gobi (Main edition)
    THE SUNDAY TIMES NO.2 BESTSELLER Like A Streetcat Named Bob before it, Finding Gobi is a truly heart-warming story for animal lovers worldwide… In 2016, Dion Leonard, a seasoned ultramarathon runner, unexpectedly stumbled across a little stray dog while competing in a gruelling 155-mile race across the Gobi Desert. The lovable pup, who earned the name ‘Gobi’, proved that what...
    By Dion Leonard
    Paperback
    $1800
    Elsewhere:
    $1999
    In Stock
    Ships tomorrow
  • Silent Spring
    Rachel Carson's Silent Spring is a ground-breaking work that meticulously examines the adverse effects of indiscriminate pesticide use on the environment, focusing especially on the devastating impact on wildlife. Carson's illustrative narrative moves through various landscapes and ecosystems, demonstrating how chemical substances not only linger in the soil and water but also infiltrate the food chain, ultimately affecting all forms...
    By Rachel Carson
    Paperback
    $2300
    Elsewhere:
    $2600
    In Stock
    Ships tomorrow
  • Dylan's Pick
    A Life on Our Planet
    The legacy-defining Sunday Times bestseller by Sir David Attenborough - now in paperback. With a new afterword, "Why You Are Here" - A speech on the opening of the COP26 climate summit. As a young man, I felt I was out there in the wild, experiencing the untouched natural world - but it was an illusion. The tragedy of our...
    By David Attenborough
    Paperback
    $2300
    Elsewhere:
    $3999
    In Stock
    Ships tomorrow
  • Erebus: The Story of a Ship
    Michael Palin brings to life one of the greatest adventures of all time. The Sunday Times Bestseller - the remarkable true story of the exploration ship featured in The Terror In the early years of Queen Victoria's reign, HMS Erebus undertook two of the most ambitious naval expeditions of all time. On the first, she ventured further south than any...
    By Michael Palin
    Paperback
    $3000
    In Stock
    Ships tomorrow
  • Fierce Conversations
    While no single conversation is guaranteed to change the trajectory of a career, a company, a relationship, or a life, any single conversation can. In this revised edition of Fierce Conversations—the bestselling classic guide to getting your message across and getting what you want—master teacher and leader Susan Scott gives you the tools to transform the conversations central to your...
    By Susan Scott
    Paperback
    $3999
    In Stock
    Ships tomorrow
  • BOSH! Meat
    Bold Flavours! Incredible Recipes! Plant Power! From the bestselling authors and TikTok sensations, Henry Firth and Ian Theasby. Want to create outrageously tasty burgers, unreal crispy duck pancakes, or the ultimate smoky chorizo risotto – that are all 100% plant based? Now you can, as the million-copy-selling authors return with over 100 meat-free, flavourful dishes that are better for you...
    By Henry Firth and Ian Theasby
    Hardback
    $4100
    Elsewhere:
    $4999
    In Stock
    Ships tomorrow
  • Skin in the Game
    In Skin in the Game, Nassim Nicholas Taleb delves into the principle that what one risks is a true measure of what one stands to gain. From the dynamics of global economies to the intricacies of personal relationships, Taleb reveals that real understanding and progress come from those who have something vital at stake. Through gripping anecdotes and profound insights,...
    By Nassim Nicholas Taleb
    Paperback
    $2400
    Elsewhere:
    $2800
    In Stock
    Ships tomorrow
  • Digital Minimalism
    Digital Minimalism by Cal Newport presents a revolutionary strategy for optimising your interaction with digital technology in a way that fosters productivity, focus, happiness, and creativity. Most of us recognise that our reliance on texting, Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter is not due to sheer lack of intelligence or depth, but because these platforms truly offer significant value in the form...
    By Cal Newport
    Paperback
    $2400
    Elsewhere:
    $2600
    In Stock
    Ships tomorrow
  • The Culture Code
    The Culture Code by Daniel Coyle is a ground-breaking exploration into the essence of thriving groups, from elite sports teams and pioneering businesses to high-stakes special operations teams. The book delves deeply into the inner workings of some of the world's most prosperous teams—highlighting organisations like Pixar, Google, and the US Navy SEALs—and unravels the quicksilver glue that binds them...
    By Daniel Coyle
    Paperback
    $2500
    Elsewhere:
    $3000
    In Stock
    Ships tomorrow
  • On Sale
    20% off
    The Book of Hope
    A legendary conservationist. A lifetime spent fighting for nature. An indispensable message of hope. The world-renowned naturalist and conservationist Jane Goodall has spent more than a half-century warning of our impact on our planet. From her famous encounters with chimpanzees in the forests of Gombe as a young woman to her tireless campaigning for the environment in her late eighties,...
    By Jane Goodall and Douglas Abrams
    Paperback
    $2400
    Usually:
    $3000
    In Stock
    Ships tomorrow
  • Bum or Face? Super Gross Bums
    Are you ready for round three of the hilarious guessing game picture book? Discover fascinating facts about disgusting animals while guessing if you're looking at a bum or a face! Bum or Face? Super Gross Bums continues the entertaining challenge with a new set of (nasty!) animals from all over the world. Examine a close-up photo of an animal and...
    By Kari Lavelle
    Paperback
    $1800
    Elsewhere:
    $2100
    In Stock
    Ships tomorrow
  • The Cat Who Caught a Killer
    The Cat Who Caught a Killer by L T Shearer is a charming cosy crime read for fans of Richard Osman's The Thursday Murder Club and S. J. Bennett's The Windsor Knot. 'Charming and original. This book is the cat's whiskers' – Anthony Horowitz Meet Conrad the cat. You've never met a detective like him before. Neither has Lulu Lewis...
    By L T Shearer
    Paperback
    $2499
    Elsewhere:
    $3299
    In Stock
    Ships tomorrow
  • The Idiot Brain
    Motion sickness. Nightmares. Forgetting people's names. Why did I walk into this room? For something supposedly so brilliant and evolutionarily advanced, the human brain is pretty messy, fallible and disorganised. In The Idiot Brain, neuroscientist Dean Burnett celebrates the imperfections of the human brain in all their glory, and the impact of these quirks on our daily lives. Expertly researched...
    By Dean Burnett
    Paperback
    $2799
    In Stock
    Ships tomorrow
  • Wine Folly: Magnum Edition
    The ultimate easy-to-use wine guide now in a deluxe expanded edition, for the true wine connoisseur. The creators of Wine Folly introduced a whole new audience to the world of wine, making it easy for complete beginners to understand the fundamentals thanks to their straightforward advice, simple explanatory graphics, and practical wine-tasting tips. Now they're back with a new, deluxe...
    By Madeline Puckette and Justin Hammack
    Hardback
    $5900
    Elsewhere:
    $6500
    In Stock
    Ships tomorrow
  • Madhouse at the End of the Earth
    A new classic of extreme endurance - Into Thin Air meets The Perfect Storm in 19th century Antarctica **A Times Best Book of 2021** The harrowing, survival story of an early polar expedition that went terribly wrong, with the ship frozen in ice and the crew trapped inside for the entire sunless, Antarctic winter August 1897: The Belgica set sail,...
    By Julian Sancton
    Paperback
    $2600
    In Stock
    Ships tomorrow
  • Bounce
    In Bounce, Matthew Syed embarks on a thought-provoking and insightful journey to uncover the true essence of what it means to be the best. Drawing from his own experiences as a bestselling writer and international table-tennis champion, Syed dives deep into the intricate world of talent and success. The book challenges the conventional wisdom that innate ability is the key...
    By Matthew Syed
    Paperback
    $2300
    Elsewhere:
    $2699
    In Stock
    Ships tomorrow
  • Written In Bone
    From the world's foremost forensic anthropologist and bestselling author of All That Remains, this book is an exploration — from skull to feet — of how our bones reveal all that happens to us in life. THE TIMES - BEST MEMOIRS OF THE YEAR. WINNER OF THE CWA GOLD DAGGER FOR NON-FICTION 'Gripping from the start, Written in Bone is...
    By Professor Sue Black
    Paperback
    $2400
    (1)
    In Stock
    Ships tomorrow
  • General Relativity
    The latest volume in The New York Times bestselling physics series explains Einstein's masterpiece—the general theory of relativity. He taught us classical mechanics, quantum mechanics, and special relativity. Now, physicist Leonard Susskind, assisted by a new collaborator, Andre Cabannes, returns to tackle Einstein's general theory of relativity. Starting from the equivalence principle and covering the necessary mathematics of Riemannian spaces...
    By Leonard Susskind and Andre Cabannes
    Paperback
    $3000
    In Stock
    Ships tomorrow
  • A Year of Living Simply
    'Simply wonderful.' - BEN FOGLE Kate's book has the warmth and calming effect of a log fire and a glass of wine. Unknit your brow and let go. It's a treat.' - GARETH MALONE Kate Humble pours her enviable knowledge into attainable goals. It's a winning combination and the prize - a life in balance with nature - is definitely...
    By Kate Humble
    Paperback
    $2999
    In Stock
    Ships tomorrow
  • Bad Science
    Bad Science by Dr Ben Goldacre offers an insightful, entertaining, and educational journey through the often perplexing world of pseudoscience and misinformation. With his sharp wit and engaging narrative style, Goldacre exposes the ways in which data and scientific facts are distorted, misrepresented, and manipulated by charlatans, media personalities, and even respected institutions. The author bravely takes on the murky...
    By Ben Goldacre
    Paperback
    $2799
    In Stock
    Ships tomorrow
  • Philip's RGS Junior School Atlas
    Philip's RGS Junior School Atlas, now in its 12th edition, is the market-leading atlas for primary school pupils. It has been fully revised and updated with the latest facts and curriculum requirements. The essential atlas for primary schools offers clear and easy-to-follow maps and diagrams, updated for 2024/2025. Published in association with the Royal Geographical Society, it is recommended for...
    By Philip's Maps
    Hardback
    $2999
    In Stock
    Ships tomorrow
  • Green Living Made Easy
    'The tips and tricks are just brilliant.' – Jane Dunn, author of Jane's Patisserie 'Finally, an eco-friendly home guide that's relatable and we can all follow.' – Sophie Liard, author of The Folding Lady One change, any change, will make a difference to our precious planet. We all want to do our best for our homes and the planet, but...
    By Nancy Birtwhistle
    Hardback
    $3400
    Elsewhere:
    $3999
    In Stock
    Ships tomorrow
  • RHS Encyclopedia of Garden Design
    Extensive design inspiration backed up with practical content, including step-by-step instructions on how to build garden structures and planting techniques. Do you long to create the garden of your dreams? Turn ideas into reality with this brand new edition of the classic design bible. Whatever the size of your garden space, and whether starting with a blank canvas or renewing...
    By DK
    Hardback
    $6800
    Elsewhere:
    $7500
    In Stock
    Ships tomorrow
  • The Dictionary of Obscure Sorrows
    NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER “It’s undeniably thrilling to find words for our strangest feelings…Koenig casts light into lonely corners of human experience…An enchanting book.” —The Washington Post A truly original book in every sense of the word, The Dictionary of Obscure Sorrows poetically defines emotions that we all feel but don’t have the words to express—until now. Have you ever...
    By John Koenig
    Hardback
    $4000
    Elsewhere:
    $4699
    In Stock
    Ships tomorrow
  • The Forever Dog Life
    In this beautifully illustrated guide, the authors of the #1 New York Times bestseller The Forever Dog show how to create a thriving, sustainable lifestyle and environment to help your dog live a longer, happier, and healthier life. In The Forever Dog Life, Rodney Habib and Dr. Karen Becker offer simple ways you can help your dog live longer and...
    By Rodney Habib and Karen Shaw Becker
    Hardback
    $3700
    Elsewhere:
    $4500
    In Stock
    Ships tomorrow
  • Islands of Abandonment
    Islands of Abandonment by Cal Flyn is an extraordinary exploration of nature's resilience and resurgence in places where humanity has withdrawn. This remarkable book invites readers into the hauntingly beautiful and eerie world of abandoned sites: ghost towns, exclusion zones, no man’s lands, and deserted fortress islands. These are places where time seems to have stood still and where nature,...
    By Cal Flyn
    Paperback
    $2200
    Elsewhere:
    $2499
    In Stock
    Ships tomorrow
  • Life 3.0
    In Life 3.0, Max Tegmark explores the profound implications of artificial intelligence (AI) on our future, delving into its potential to reshape every facet of our existence. The book illustrates a near-future where AI has transcended its current limitations, influencing and transforming everything from warfare and criminal justice to employment and societal structures. At its core, it challenges us to...
    By Max Tegmark
    Paperback
    $2400
    Elsewhere:
    $2800
    In Stock
    Ships tomorrow
  • The Authority Gap
    Based on new, original research and interviews with pioneering women including Baroness Hale, Mary Beard, and Bernadine Evaristo, this is a fresh feminist take on how to address and counteract systemic sexism, perfect for fans of Invisible Women. Imagine living in a world in which you were routinely patronised by women. Imagine having your views ignored or your expertise frequently...
    By Mary Ann Sieghart
    Paperback
    $2400
    Elsewhere:
    $2600
    In Stock
    Ships tomorrow
  • The Pattern Seekers
    'Celebrates human cognitive diversity, and is rich with empathy and psychological insight' — Steven Pinker Why can humans alone invent? In this book, psychologist and world-renowned autism expert Simon Baron-Cohen puts forward a bold new theory: because we can identify patterns, specifically if-and-then patterns. He argues that the genes for this unique ability overlap with the genes for autism. From...
    By Simon Baron-Cohen
    Paperback
    $2400
    Elsewhere:
    $2600
    In Stock
    Ships tomorrow
  • Big Ideas for Curious Minds
    Children are, in many ways, born philosophers. Without prompting, they ask some of the largest questions: about time, mortality, happiness, and the meaning of it all. Yet sadly, too often, this inborn curiosity is not developed, and with age, the questions fall away. Big Ideas for Curious Minds is a book designed to harness children's spontaneous philosophical instinct and to...
    By The School of Life
    Hardback
    $4999
    In Stock
    Ships tomorrow
  • New Release
    Song of the Birds
    A stunning and panoramic history of native birds in Aotearoa, from the bestselling author of The Meaning of Trees For millions of years, the song of the birds echoed throughout Aotearoa, with no one around to hear it. While the arrival of humans would transform their story forever - birds may have changed us even more. In this beautiful and...
    By Robert Vennell
    Hardback
    $4499
    Elsewhere:
    $5500
    In Stock
    Ships tomorrow
  • Fungi of Aotearoa
    The complete introduction to finding, identifying and using mushrooms and other fungi in New Zealand. Enter and explore the fascinating world of fungi. In this practical and up-to-date guide, forager and fungus enthusiast Liv Sisson shares her top tips and takes the reader on a journey to discover the unique and diverse fungi Aotearoa has to offer. Discover how to...
    By Liv Sisson
    Paperback
    $3200
    Elsewhere:
    $4500
    (2)
    In Stock
    Ships tomorrow

Science & Nature

Welcome to our Science & Nature section, where curiosity meets discovery. Whether you're fascinated by the mysteries of the universe, the intricacies of the human body, or the beauty of the natural world, this collection offers a wide range of books to inspire and inform.

Explore topics from astronomy, physics, and biology to climate science, ecology, and the environment. Discover groundbreaking research, compelling narratives, and accessible guides that make complex subjects understandable and exciting. Learn from leading scientists, naturalists, and thinkers who bring their expertise and passion to every page.

Whether you’re looking to deepen your knowledge, stay updated on the latest scientific developments, or simply marvel at the wonders of the natural world, our Science & Nature books offer something for every curious mind. Start your exploration today and uncover the secrets of life, the Earth, and the cosmos.