Cover of The Book of Eels

Book · 2020 · Natural Science

The Book of Eels

Our Enduring Fascination with the Most Mysterious Creature in the Natural World

by Patrik Svensson, Alex Wyndham · Recommended by 2 people on 1 podcast

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Patrick Svensson will be here to talk about his international bestseller The Book of Eels.
Pamela Paul · The Book Review · Aug 2020 Listen at 0:25

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The books are the soul of an octopus a surprising exploration into the world of Consciousness by sa Montgomery and the Book of eels are enduring fascination with the most mysterious creature in the natural world by Patrick senson.
Gilbert Cruz The Book Review · Sep 2020

Why people recommend it

The Book of Eels by Patrik Svensson, translated by Alex Wyndham, is an international bestseller that blends natural history, science writing, and personal memoir to explore humanity's enduring fascination with one of the most enigmatic creatures in the natural world. The book was prominently featured on The Book Review, where host Gilbert Cruz recommended it alongside other thoughtful explorations of animal consciousness and aquatic mystery. Pamela Paul also welcomed the author to the podcast as a guest, introducing Svensson to discuss the unique cultural and biological history of eels that captivated readers globally. Throughout the discussions, the podcast hosts celebrated the book's ability to transform a seemingly niche biological subject into a profound meditation on human curiosity, existence, and the deep mysteries still waiting to be unraveled within the natural environment, making it a standout selection for readers of narrative nonfiction.

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Pamela Paul Patrick Svensson will be here to talk about his international bestseller The Book of Eels 3
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“Patrick Svensson will be here to talk about his international bestseller The Book of Eels”
Discussed
“He is the author of the international bestseller The Book of Eels”
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“Patrik Svensson is the author of The Book of Eels”
Gilbert Cruz the books are the soul of an octopus a surprising exploration into the world of Consciousness by sa Montgom… 1
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“the books are the soul of an octopus a surprising exploration into the world of Consciousness by sa Montgomery and the Book of eels are enduring fascination with the most mysterious creature in the natural world by Patrick senson”
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“and I read the soul of an octopus by S Montgomery and the Book of eels by Patrick senson”