Princeton University Press

It makes sense that most people prefer to focus on the good in food — the connections it brings people, the tastes and…

This biography delves into the life of renowned naturalist Alfred Russel Wallace, co-discoverer of natural selection,…

This new edition of a cult classic cookbook — whose aim it is to make cooking from 6 to 50 people a bit more…

Emily Dickinson's beautiful, naturalistic poetry and Charles Darwin's studies of life and evolution occurred around the…

This lively exploration uncovers the mathematical concepts embedded in popular video games. It illustrates how players…

This is a comprehensive, recent guide from Princeton University Press to the world’s rocks and minerals! For the avid…

This is a modern bestiary that looks into the world of the Old English language and its real and mythical beasts. Even…

The author, anthropologist Shannon Lee Dawdy, reminds us that reminders of death are pinpricks that affects most…

While we often conflate extraterrestrial life with Mars and Martians, the real action might be happening farther away…

This engaging exploration reveals the mathematical concepts hidden within popular video games, illustrating how gaming…

Cheating is a prevalent and fascinating aspect of the natural world, as explored in this book. It delves into how…

In a new translation of the story of the Roman aristocrat who tried to overthrow Rome, Josiah Osgood streamlines the…

This is a comprehensive coloring book designed for bird enthusiasts, gardeners, and coloring fans. It features detailed…

Another installment in the Ancient Wisdom for Modern Readers series, M.D. Usher has compiled and translated different…

This book shares at some behind the scenes looks at the work of forensic scientists and crime scene investigators. The…

Bioprospecting, which involves trading plant resources for promises of royalties or development assistance, is intended…

This engaging exploration delves into the world of logic puzzles, tracing their historical significance and impact on…

Is there an art to drinking alcohol? Can drinking ever be a virtue? Arguing that moderation, not abstinence, is the key…

The wonders of fungi are endless. From tiny mushrooms poking up through the leaves to the delicious umami of a truffle,…

This is an in-depth examination of Gothic architecture, literature, and other media, perfect for fans of the dark and…

Birds are literally the evolved form of dinosaurs, but how did they get from the former to the latter? Author Douglas…

The power of a good joke is no joke. A well-timed joke can win over hostile crowds, win arguments, even win elections.…

Birds are smart animals. Corvids and parrots in particular are some of the most intelligent animals around. With…

Geopedia is a treasure for rockhounds and linguists both.  With dozens of entries—from Acasta gneiss to Zircon—it…

The Tibetan Book of the Dead is the most famed Buddhist text in the west. Since it's publication in 1927, it has sold…

What good is a bookstore in the 21st century? In the age of information, of ebooks and audiobooks, what use do we have…

No one can deny the popularity and significance of the dog across the world. In this comprehensive guide to the world's…

In an illustrated guide covering one of the most versatile creatures on the planet, this book covers spiders from across…

What does it mean to be cute? In this book, author Simon May provides some insightful answers to cuteness as both a…