Our review of : Fooled by Randomness

In American Buffalo, Steven Rinella tells the story of his lifelong obsession with one of history’s most famous animals: the buffalo. From early childhood hunting trips to restoring a herd of bison on his family’s farm, Rinella handgun has always been drawn to these iconic creatures. In this book, he explores both the historical and [...]

A Brief History of Time is a book by physicist Stephen Hawking, published on April 5, 1988. It deals with the nature of time and the universe. A shortened version for popular audiences was simultaneously published. Hawking wrote the book for non-scientists and sought to explain some of the more complex. For who is this [...]

The Dawn of Everything is a new history of humanity by David Graeber. The book explores the origins and evolution of human civilization, from its earliest days to the present day. Drawing on insights from archaeology, anthropology, and other disciplines, Graeber offers a unique perspective on key moments in human history, such as the Agricultural [...]

In Fuzz, Mary Roach takes readers on a tour of the strange and often startling world of scientific investigation into the paranormal. She introduces us to researchers who study topics such as out-of-body experiences, hauntings, psychokinesis, and more. Along the way she highlights just how difficult it is to apply science to these elusive phenomena–and [...]

In Cosmos, Carl Sagan takes readers on a journey through space and time, from the first human beings to walk on the moon to the incredible advancements being made in astronomy today. He journeys across our Solar System and beyond, shedding light on everything from black holes to alien life forms. Drawing upon his own [...]

In This is Your Mind on Plants, Michael Pollan argues that the key to understanding human consciousness may lie in our relationship with plants. He provides an enlightening exploration of how the ways we use and consume plants have shaped our cognitive abilities and affective states. For who is this book for ? This Is [...]

The book, 1491: New Revelations of the Americas Before Columbus, by Charles C. Mann is a scientific and engineering look at the pre-Columbian history of the Americas. Drawing on archeological findings and oral histories from native peoples, Mann paints a picture of immense complexity and sophistication among American cultures before European contact. He argues that [...]

Walter Isaacson’s The Code Breaker is a fascinating look at the life and work of Jennifer Doudna, one of the scientists responsible for discovering CRISPR-Cas9 – a gene editing technology with enormous potential implications for human health. Isaacson chronicles Doudna’s journey from young scientist searching for answers to global superstar, exploring both her professional achievements [...]

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 – [...]

Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s new book, The Real Anthony Fauci, takes an in-depth look at the public health crisis created by the close relationship between Bill Gates and Big Pharma. It exposes how Gates has used his wealth and power to direct federal funding away from life-saving treatments in favor of ineffective vaccines that benefit [...]

This book is all about how to create and design technology products that customers love. The author, Marty Cagan, has a lot of experience in the tech world, so he knows what he’s talking about. He provides readers with step-by-step instructions on how to think like a customer and come up with ideas that they [...]

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 [...]