Still Water: The Deep Life of the Pond by John Lewis-Stempel offers a richly detailed and lyrical exploration of pond ecosystems. Celebrating the intricate lives of creatures from amorous toads to the fascinating mating rituals of water boatmen, this work captures the magic and complexity of these small yet vital habitats. Through evocative prose, it reveals how ponds shape our childhood memories and rural landscapes alike, inviting readers to appreciate the layered beauty and diversity thriving beneath the water’s surface. A masterful tribute to nature’s quiet wonders.