Recs if you like The Rise and Reign of the Mammals: A New History, from the Shadow of the Dinosaurs to Us...

A collection of non-fiction books that touch upon the stories of the natural world, and all the people who live among it. (Or, as an astronomer once said: "I love stories, and the story of our universe is the grandest one we have") Always open to suggestions!

Books on the rocks! All topics geoscience! Geology, paleontology, volcanology, etc.

Recommendations welcome!

As a climate scientist and paleoclimatologist with a passion for our world and science communication, I wanted to share my recommendations for Earth science books that are informative, engaging, and accessible. I intend to continue updating this list.

Microhistory and PopSci books to find your newest hyperfixation.

Read these books first! Take a deep dive into the wonderful ecosystems that have evolved over millions of years and realise that humans are not as unique as we like to think.

It’s much cheaper than a degree (coming from a conservation and ecology major) 🤪

Fiction books that feature dinosaurs and other prehistoric animals, and nonfiction books that discuss these amazing creatures and their field of study.

natural history nonfiction about Earth's younger epochs

Science books that make learning interesting and accessible

A beginner friendly eleven books covering the basics of dinosaurs, other prehistoric animals, evolution, and paleontology. A starting point for anyone interested in dinosaurs/prehistoric life but only knows Jurassic Park.

A list covering dinosaurs, other prehistoric animals, evolution, and the history of paleontology. It has broad coverage, making it a good starting point for anyone new to prehistoric life. Includes scientific nonfiction, reference books, and a few quirky, niche reads.

For when music just won't cut it and you need a new weird hyperfixation.