Remarkable Creatures: Epic Adventures in the Search for the Origins of Species Audiobook

" It took me a long time to finish this book, but I'm glad I did. It can get a bit dry at times (or maybe I was just impatient), but it's a wonderful look into the lives and work of some of the most important contributors to our collective knowledge of the natural sciences. Very worthwhile read. "

" Interesting read, it wasn't the torture I thought it would be but I'm still happy I can finally move on to a book that wasn't a required read. "

" Scientists are awesome "

" Biographical sketches of scientists and naturalists who made vital contributions to evolutionary science. Carroll has a gift for bringing characters to life; his writing is engaging and informative, making sometimes complicated science accessible to the average reader. "

" Reads like a page-turner even if you know a lot of the territory already. Includes the guy who provided inspiration for Indiana Jones. The real story is a lot more interesting than the movies, and the movies are GREAT! And pictures. Dinosaur FEATHERS. Dinosaur EGGS! "

" This book was both accessible to the general reader yet detailed enough for the more science-oriented reader. It strikes a good balance and effectively narrates some of the most fascinating evolutionary discoveries. A surprisingly fast read. "

" Book club read, and everyone loved it. Bogged down a little at the end, but man are the stories he distills for the early explorers amazing. The writing is pretty adept, too. "

" History of some of the greatest discoveries in evolutionary biology. "

" These are all fascinating stories but this is geared toasted people who don't have a background in anthropology or the sciences so I was already familiar with all of this material. "

" The science in this book was too abbreviated. Apparently the author was attempting to pique the interest of readers unfamiliar with the basics of evolution. Despite this, some stories were interesting. "

" I for the most part enjoyed the book. But than again, I find all of this fascinating. My only complaint was that it tended to drag when the author focused on the data and I was concerned that my other bookclub members would become bored. "

" Very well written; author tells stories of some of the most dramatic adventures and important discoveries in the last two centuries of natural history. Accounts of Darwin, Leakey, Pauling, and more. It brings to life the pursuit and pleasure of scientific discovery. "

" Various characters from German explorer Humboldt (now I know for whom the county is named!) through Darwin and up through modern scientists, all seeking clues to the origin of species. "

" I thoroughly enjoyed this book. I have read books about many of the people the author is writing about (the Remarkable Creatures of the title) and this book brings their stories together in a really concise and intelligent way, with a bit of whimsy thrown in for good measure. "

" Interesting overview of scientists and their discoveries or theories on evolution of spieces. "

" A fun and enlightening book about the character's who shaped the science of evolution. "

" This is solid retelling of some the most important discoveries in evolution. I recommend it as a must read for those just embarking in evolutionary science and aren't quite ready something more in-depth and data heavy. "

" As a biologist, I loved learning the backstory for many famous scientists "

" Great book about discoveries in Natural History "

" Best science book I've ever read. Good writing and like reading a novel. "

" I wasn't sure I would like this book - but my son is a budding paleontologist -- and I trust my friend Heidi's recommendation. Its a very well written book. Even if you have a little interest in evolution. If you have a large interest - even better "

" This resonated - it illustrates the interplay of chance and effort required to conduct research. I plan on asking my doctoral students to read it. "

" History of some of the greatest discoveries in evolutionary biology. "

" A good summary of some of the main players in evolutionary theory...but not much more than that. "

" This is solid retelling of some the most important discoveries in evolution. I recommend it as a must read for those just embarking in evolutionary science and aren't quite ready something more in-depth and data heavy. "

" The foreword starts off a little bombastic, but once you're into the chapters, the tone changes and is easier to read. Each chapter revolves around people involved in developing the theory of evolution, from the people who influenced Darwin to those who are currently working on DNA. "

" This was fun. The first half was particularly good, though the second half slowed down a bit. Still, it was interesting and educational. Also, I was surprised at how much biologists have learned since I originally learned this stuff in school. "

" A fun and enlightening book about the character's who shaped the science of evolution. "

" Biographical sketches of scientists and naturalists who made vital contributions to evolutionary science. Carroll has a gift for bringing characters to life; his writing is engaging and informative, making sometimes complicated science accessible to the average reader. "