Our review of : Skunk Works

Forest ecosystems are complex, and scientists are still discovering new things about them every day. In “The Hidden Life of Trees,” author Peter Wohlleben elegantly explores the inner lives of trees, revealing what they feel, how they communicate with one another, and why forests are so beneficial to our planet. If you’re interested in ecology [...]

Are you getting enough sleep? You should be, according to Matthew Walker, author of the new book “Why We Sleep.” Walker is a professor of neuroscience and psychology at UC Berkeley and one of the world’s foremost experts on sleep. In “Why We Sleep,” he argues that insufficient slumber is not only making us fat [...]

Red Famine is a meticulously researched account of Stalin’s deliberate campaign to exterminate the Ukrainians. Anne Applebaum provides an in-depth analysis of how this mass genocide was carried out and its consequences for Ukraine and Russia today. Based on recently declassified documents, eyewitness testimony, and personal stories, Red Famine offers a new understanding of one [...]

This book offers a fascinating and sweeping look at human history, from our early hunter-gatherer days to the present. Author Yuval Noah Harari provides readers with insightful commentary on humanity’s progress, as well as its setbacks. Sapiens is an engrossing read that will leave you contemplating the nature of humankind and our future. For who [...]

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 [...]

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 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 [...]

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 [...]

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. [...]

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 [...]

In Breath, James Nestor takes an in-depth look at the science of freediving and its history. He examines how diving affects both the body and mind, as well as current research on safety and technique. Featuring interviews with top divers from around the world, this book is a comprehensive exploration of one of humanity’s oldest [...]

Chatter is a ground-breaking book on the voice in our head – what it is, why it matters, and how to harness its power. Harvard Professor Ethan Kross presents revolutionary new research that shows how we can learn to overcome destructive thoughts and emotions, improve our relationships, achieve goals, and lead happier lives. Drawing on [...]