"Science from the easy chair" is a selected collection of lectures by the eminent British biologist and popularizer of science, Edwin Ray Lankester. In this book, the author talks about the most interesting discoveries and principles of modern science in an accessible and interesting way. Thus, readers will be able to immerse themselves in the fascinating world of science, expand their knowledge and perception of the neighboring world. "Science from an easy chair" is an excellent choice for everyone who is interested in natural sciences and wants to understand the world around them more deeply.