{"title":"John Marzluff","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the fascinating world of John Marzluff, an acclaimed author and renowned ornithologist whose work bridges science and storytelling. Delve into his collection, where the wonders of bird behaviour come to life, offering insights that are both educational and captivating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eJohn Marzluff has carved a niche in the \u003cem\u003eScience \u0026amp; Nature\u003c\/em\u003e category with his detailed explorations into avian life, particularly focusing on the intriguing behaviours and intelligence of birds. His expertise shines in books like \u003cstrong\u003eGifts of the Crow\u003c\/strong\u003e, where he unlocks the secrets of these extraordinary creatures, proving that they are far more than just feathered friends.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMore than just a collection of facts, Marzluff's books are a call to appreciate the complex and often surprising relationships birds share with humans. Whether you're a seasoned bird enthusiast or a curious newcomer to the field, his work offers a window into the latest research and theories that illuminate our understanding of the natural world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore John Marzluff’s books and immerse yourself in a rich tapestry of avian intelligence, emotion, and connection. It's an adventure in understanding the science that makes the ordinary crow an extraordinary piece of nature's puzzle.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"gifts-of-the-crow-by-tony-angell-9781439198742","title":"Gifts of the Crow","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStan Coren’s groundbreaking \u003ci\u003eThe Intelligence of Dogs\u003c\/i\u003e meets Bernd Heinrich’s classic \u003ci\u003eMind of the Raven\u003c\/i\u003e in this astonishing, beautifully illustrated look at the uncanny intelligence and emotions of crows.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePlayful, social, and passionate, crows have brains that are huge for their body size, which allows them to think, plan, and reconsider their actions. They also exhibit an avian kind of eloquence, mate for life, and associate with relatives and neighbours for years. To people who care for them and feed them, they often give oddly touching gifts in return.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe ongoing connection between humans and crows—a cultural coevolution—has shaped both species for millions of years. Scientist John Marzluff teams up with artist-naturalist Tony Angell to tell amazing stories of these brilliant birds. With Marzluff’s extraordinary original research on the intelligence and startling abilities of corvids—crows, ravens, and jays—and Angell’s gorgeous line drawings, the authors offer an in-depth look at these complex creatures and the traits and behaviours we share, including language, delinquency, frolic, passion, wrath, risk-taking, and awareness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCrows gather around their dead, warn of impending doom, recognise people, commit murder of other crows, lure animals to their death, swill coffee and drink beer, design and use tools—including cars as nutcrackers—and windsurf and sled to play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith its abundance of funny, awe-inspiring, and poignant stories, \u003ci\u003eGifts of the Crow\u003c\/i\u003e portrays creatures who are nothing short of amazing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Simon \u0026 Schuster NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46544719282412,"sku":"9781439198742","price":35.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/11154423482700.jpg?v=1749783625"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/john-marzluff.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}