Lynne Quarmby is a scientist and activist whose writing is informed by a deep connection to nature and the world of science. Her research focuses on cell biology, with a particular emphasis on cilia and snow algae, reflecting a precise scientific approach. Quarmby translates these complex understandings into compelling narratives that explore intricate subjects. Her work is shaped by both her scientific background and her passion for activism and engaging with controversial ideas.
Weaves memoir, microbiology, and artistic antics together with descriptions of a sublime Arctic landscape. Inspiring and deeply personal, this is the story of one scientist's rediscovery of what it means to live a good life at a time of increasing desperation about the future.