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Best Nature Books of 2025

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WE SHOULD ALL BE BIRDS

by Brian Buckbee with Carol Ann Fitzgerald

An extraordinary story full of humanity and life lessons from a man whose disability has largely removed him from society. Full review >

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RAISING HARE

by Chloe Dalton

A soulful and gracefully written book about an animal’s power to rekindle curiosity. Full review >

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THE BEAST IN THE CLOUDS

by Nathalia Holt

Holt’s narrative brims with missteps and tragedy, but it’s a worthy addition to the history of scientific exploration. Full review >

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IS A RIVER ALIVE?

by Robert Macfarlane

Are rivers alive? Macfarlane delivers a lucid, memorable argument in the affirmative. Full review >

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A YEAR WITH THE SEALS

by Alix Morris

A wondrous look at our love-hate relationship with the most human of animals. Full review >

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UBAC AND ME

by Cédric Sapin-Defour ; translated by Adriana Hunter

A book every dog lover will cherish, celebrating the unbreakable bond of canine and human. Full review >

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WHEN IT ALL BURNS

by Jordan Thomas

Thinking about fire has never been more essential—Thomas charts a map toward the future. Full review >

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