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'Beautiful. Entertaining. Inspiring.' Nature 'Startling . . . riveting . . . hauntingly timely.' Washington Review of Books 'A meditation on transformation . . . Warm [and] empathetic . . . wonderful.' Science 'Startling . . . astounding . . . Animated by wonder.' MIT's Undark Metamorphosis has...

During pregnancy, childbirth, and early motherhood, women undergo a far-reaching physiological, psychological and social metamorphosis. In this ground-breaking, deeply personal investigation, acclaimed journalist and author Lucy Jones brings to light the emerging concept of 'matrescence'. Drawing on new research across various fields - neuroscience and evolutionary biology; psychoanalysis and existential therapy; sociology, economics and ecology - Jones shows how the changes in the maternal mind, brain and body are far more profound, wild and enduring than we have been led to believe.

An artist turned naturalist known for her botanical illustrations, Merian was born just 16 years after Galileo proclaimed that the Earth orbited the sun. But at the age of 50, she sailed from Europe to the New World on a solo scientific expedition to study insect metamorphosis—an unheard-of journey for any naturalist at that time, much less a woman.

In a bewildering twist of fate, young Gregor Samsa awakens one morning to find himself transformed into a gigantic insect. This surreal tale delves into the struggles of Gregor and his family as they navigate the absurdity of their new reality, offering a poignant exploration of themes such as alienation, identity, and the complexities of familial relationships. - Summary by David Derida

This captivating tale follows a man who awakens to find himself transformed into a bug, exploring the profound consequences of this change on his life and the lives of those around him. Ive been drawn to this story for many years, particularly Ian Johnstons translation, which resonates with me far more than the version available on Gutenberg. But what does it all mean? [Spoiler Alert] To me, the narrative isnt overly complex; it mirrors Kafkas own life experiences, particularly his fraught relationship with his parents. Kafka artfully depicts the financial and emotional exploitation he faced, ...