Tento autor se hluboce zabývá historií politického myšlení a jeho publikace byly zahrnuty do významných kompendií. Kromě toho přispívá svými publikacemi do oblasti přírodních věd a ornitologie. Jeho práce se vyznačují erudicí a analytickým přístupem k široké škále témat.
Exploring humanity's connection with the natural world from pre-history to modern times, the narrative delves into how nature has fueled human curiosity and creativity. It contrasts this historical reverence with the current alarming trend of environmental degradation and loss. The book highlights the importance of understanding our evolving relationship with nature as we confront its rapid impoverishment and strive for a more sustainable future.
Birds played an important role in the ancient world: as indicators of time, weather, and seasons; as a resource for hunting, medicine, and farming; as pets and entertainment; as omens and messengers of the gods. Jeremy Mynott explores the similarities and surprising differences between ancient perceptions of the natural world and our own.