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Ecology

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sci-fi · 1993

Daughter of Elysium

by Joan Slonczewski

A richly imagined, intellectually fascinating exploration of cultures, ecology, and family. Less plot-driven than *A Door Into Ocean*, but just as rewarding for readers who love getting lost in a world and its ideas.

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sci-fi · 1986

A Door Into Ocean

by Joan Slonczewski

On an ocean-covered moon, an all-female society of gifted biologists faces a growing threat from a militaristic civilization. An extraordinary exploration of ecology, identity, culture, and nonviolent resistance, with rich characterization and a gripping second half that was almost too tense for me.

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sci-fi · 1995

Regenesis

by Julia Ecklar

Four loosely connected novellas follow a misanthropic ecological scientist working to preserve animal life across the galaxy. Rich in real science, surprising emotion, and occasional delightful weirdness, Regenesis left me wishing there were more.

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fantasy · 1985

The Prince of Whales

by R. L. Fisher

A singing whale, predatory orca music managers, nautical puns, and a quest to save the ocean. An utterly ridiculous children's fantasy that's goofy in all the right ways—and surprisingly entertaining for adults.

Cover of Killer Pine
sci-fi · 1973

Killer Pine

by Lindsay Gutteridge

A miniature secret agent investigates a dying Canadian forest in a surprisingly beautiful novel that turns insects, ordinary landscapes, and even mutant termites into sources of wonder.