pickA great introduction into a rapidly expanding field of research and application. Who knew that plants NEEDED bacteria, fungi, nematodes, and protozoa to thrive? Time to set aside all the dangerous chemicals and team up with the soil food web. Nobody ever fertilized an old growth forest.s
Recommended by so many gardeners. Let's read it.
This is the second time I‘ve listened to this audiobook, and it was just as fascinating as the first time!
#nonfiction #audiobook #reread
pickFascinating!! And though I listened closely to the audiobook, I know so much didn‘t stick in my brain, but what did has altered the way I look at the world! What a great way for the average (non scientific) reader to learn about how bacteria has shaped life on this planet! This would be a great pick for #NaturaLitsy too. Love Ed Yong!
pickUtterly fascinating. I never knew I needed a book about microbes but this was so informative and easy to comprehend. Highly recommend.
pickAfter reading this, we tried using cheap hand-held scopes. I'm sure they were disappointed, but experienced enough practice that their next opportunity will be even better. Giving them background building opportunities!
pickI knew there were beneficial gut bacteria, but I wasn‘t aware of all the details of what that means and the ways microbes effect every living thing. Amazing!
Did you know there are worms in the deep sea that don‘t eat at all because their biomes produce all of the nutrients they need?
Did you know bioluminescent squid are bioluminescent because of tiny microbes that live inside them?
I learned so much reading this. I‘ll read everything by EY.
#12Bookin2022 I reread this one with my students for my upper level Microbiology course. It is an amazing read and as a microbiologist, I feel it is the most excessive read that explains the importance of bacteria. So this is my December pick! And that rounds out my 2022! Thanks @Andrew65 Great way to reflect on the year.
pickListened to this on audio after hearing @MicrobeMom give a rave review- it took me 3 months to finish- not because it was bad- because it was great! And I only listened when I could really pay attention (hard because I‘m usually multitasking when doing audio) - I am hopeful and fascinated by the study of microbes and human health- there is so much to discover and apply! I also highly recommend this to science/non fiction lovers.
