Title: The Sand Dollar and the Slide Rule
First published: 1995
Description: Drawing Blueprints from Nature, why some patterns such as logarithmic spirals, repeat, and a tribute to trees from an engineering point of view. 
“A good introduction to a new science in the making.” Kirkus Reviews
“Charming and adroit. Dusty facts sparkle in their new juxtaposition.” The Washington Times
“Willis navigates through dozens of connections with ease, as she cut her teeth as a science journalist and isn’t bashful about imparting an endearing sense of wonder.” Booklist
“A fascinating and uncategorizable book that will delight readers.” Library Journal
Subjects: Morphology, Biomechanics, Nature (Aesthetics)
Places: Kenya, Barcelona
People: Dolf Seilacher, D'arcy Thompson, Leonardo da Vinci, Antonio Gaudi
Time periods: Miocene to Modern Times
LC classification: QH351 .W55 1995