Our review of : Dopamine Nation

If you’re in a hurry and want to know the basics of astrophysics, this is the book for you. Neil deGrasse Tyson provides a concise introduction to everything from black holes to space travel, explaining complex concepts without using any jargon. You don’t need any prior knowledge of astronomy or physics to read it – [...]

In “Homo Deus,” Yuval Noah Harari explores the future of humankind. He argues that despite our many flaws, humans are likely to continue making progress and evolving until we become gods ourselves. Along the way, he looks at how developments in science and technology will shape our lives in the years to come. For who [...]

Guns, Germs and Steel is a book by Jared Diamond that explores the reasons for why some civilizations succeed while others fail. The author argues that geographic factors, such as climate and natural resources, play a major role in determining a society’s fate. He also contends that technological advances and epidemics are other important factors [...]

The Molecule of More is a groundbreaking book by Daniel Z. Lieberman MD that explores the role of dopamine in human behavior. Dopamine is a neurotransmitter that plays a key role in pleasure and reward, and Dr. Lieberman argues that its effects are responsible for love, sex, creativity – and even our capacity for happiness. [...]

This book offers a fresh perspective on how computer science can be used to inform and optimise human decision-making. It is based on the idea that algorithms are not just for computers, but can also be applied to our own lives. The author demonstrates this by exploring a range of scenarios in which well-designed algorithms [...]

Walter Isaacson’s “Einstein” is a comprehensive biography of the iconic 20th century physicist. The book covers Einstein’s life from his early childhood to his final years, and provides in-depth insights into his personal life, professional achievements, and scientific theories. Written by one of America’s most acclaimed biographers, “Einstein” is an authoritative account of one of [...]

The Body is a comprehensive guide to all things human, explaining how our bodies work and what we can do to keep them healthy. It covers everything from the brain and nervous system to muscles, bones, and skin, providing clear explanations of complex topics in an easy-to-read style. With helpful diagrams and illustrations throughout, The [...]

In “Braiding Sweetgrass,” Robin Wall Kimmerer shows how science and indigenous wisdom converge in important ways. Drawing on her experience as a scientist and member of the Potawatomi nation, Kimmerer reveals that modern ecology provides a scientific lens for understanding indigenous teachings about relationships with nature. She then demonstrates the importance of restoring traditional ecological [...]

In “Waking Up,” Sam Harris argues that there is a way to spirituality without religion. He takes the reader on a journey through neuroscience, philosophy, and first-person experience to show how this can be done. Along the way, he discusses various ways in which spiritual experiences can be had and offers advice for those who [...]

A Molecule Away from Madness is a book about the hijacking of human brains. It tells the tales of the scientists who are on the forefront of this research, and their struggle to find treatments for mental illness. This book provides an in-depth look at how our understanding of neuroscience is changing, and offers hope [...]

In this book, Suzanne Simard shares her findings on the intricate web of communication that exists between trees in a forest. She reveals how these forests are truly living ecosystems, where each individual tree plays an important role in maintaining the health and balance of the entire forest. Ultimately, she calls for a new way [...]

The Bomber Mafia tells the story of a small group of American airmen who, in the waning days of World War II, conceive a plan to attack Tokyo with an atomic bomb. drawing on never-before-seen archival material and interviews with surviving participants, Gladwell paints a sweeping picture of this extraordinary group and their time inside [...]