All too often, we regard poo as simply disgusting OR as an endless source of humour. But poo is a necessary part of a healthy body and the wider cycle of life, and it is vital to the functioning of nature on our planet. In Poo: A (Very) Natural History and a Powerful Future, discover the science of poo, how our bodies produce it and where it goes as well as the many vital and astonishing uses for poo to help protect our environment, to generate our energy and even to use in our medical treatments. You will also discover the different ways that animals, from ants to whales, use poo for feeding, defence, camouflage, communication or nest-making.
Intriguing and snigger-free, this highly digestible title is written with charm, wit and sophistication. It seeks to bust plenty of myths while providing exciting insights into how poo can be part of our bright future with breakthroughs in everything from human health and sustainable lifestyles to energy generation and space travel.
