10 Books Every Aspiring Biologist Should Read

Biology Books that Leave a Lasting Impact

Ah… biology textbooks. They weigh a ton, cost an arm and a leg, and they’re as boring as watching a puddle evaporate. Even the most passionate budding scientist's eyes can glaze over during long study sessions. After so much cramming, interest in nature can start to fade if you’re not careful.

But, how can you hold interest in your dream career when your required reading is drier than the Sahara?

Supplement your education with with engaging, extracurricular biology reads.

Discover the top ten biology books that will ignite your curiosity and inspire you to keep learning:

1. Your Inner Fish | Neil Shubin

Your Inner Fish: A Journey into the 3.5-Billion-Year History of the Human Body|Paperback

If you were ever obsessed with dinosaurs, this is the book for you. Dr. Shubin provides an in-depth look into the life a paleontologist, documenting his discovery of one of the most important recent specimens to be found: Tikataalik.