An Immense World by Ed Yong
An Immense World by Ed Yong explores how animals perceive sights, sounds, smells, and other signals beyond ordinary human experience. This English-language edition is listed at 480 pages, with examples spanning beetles, turtles, fish, birds, dogs, and more.
At a glance
- Explains how animals perceive sensory information that people may not notice, including magnetic and electrical signals.
- Uses examples from many kinds of animals, including beetles, turtles, fish, crocodiles, squid, scallops, bees, songbirds, and dogs.
- The listing describes a narrative nonfiction account that combines scientific discoveries with questions that remain unresolved.
Reference price: $25.95
Price checked: Nov 13, 2026
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Pros and cons
Pros
- The broad range of animal examples gives readers multiple ways to explore sensory biology.
- Customer feedback describes the book as informative, engaging, and well written.
Cons
- At 480 pages, it is a substantial read rather than a brief introduction.
Technical specifications
8 specifications| Publisher | Vintage Canada |
|---|---|
| Publication date | Aug. 29 2023 |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 480 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 1039003923 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1039003927 |
| Weight listed | 350 g |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 13.16 x 2.69 x 20.32 cm |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Readers interested in animal behaviour, zoology, and sensory biology.
- People looking for narrative science writing about how other species experience the world.
Less suited to
- Readers seeking a short, quick-reference overview rather than a full-length narrative nonfiction book.
Customer reviews on Amazon
- 5 stars
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Customer feedback highlights the book's informative content, engaging explanations, and writing style. Some readers feel it could be more concise, so its 480-page length is worth considering if you prefer compact nonfiction. The rating distribution is strongly weighted toward five-star ratings, but ratings alone do not explain individual readers' reasons.
Positive themes
- Readers describe the material as fascinating, informative, and entertaining.
- Feedback praises the writing and the explanations of animal senses beyond human experience.
Mixed feedback
- Some readers find the book could be more concise, while others praise its explanations.
Frequently asked questions
What is An Immense World about?
It describes how animals sense and interpret their surroundings, including sensory abilities involving sight, sound, smell, magnetic fields, and electrical signals.
How long is this edition?
The listing gives a print length of 480 pages.
What language is this edition in?
The listing identifies the language as English.
Who may enjoy this book?
It may appeal to readers interested in zoology and science writing, especially those curious about how animal senses differ from human perception.
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