Our review of : The Big Picture

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 [...]

A Walk in the Woods is a nonfiction book about American author Bill Bryson’s attempt to walk the entire length of the Appalachian Trail. The journey, which takes him from Georgia to Maine, proves more difficult than he anticipated and provides plenty of comic relief along the way. For who is this book for ? [...]

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 [...]

“Lifespan” by David A. Sinclair PhD is a book about the science of aging and how to slow down or even stop the process. Dr. Sinclair, a world-renowned expert on aging, provides an in-depth look at why we age and offers concrete steps we can take to extend our healthy years. With cutting-edge research and [...]

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 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 [...]

In Apocalypse Never, Michael Shellenberger makes the case that environmental alarmism hurts us all – by crippling our economy, limiting our choices, and restricting our freedoms. He offers a hopeful alternative vision, based on the latest scientific data, which shows that we can solve environmental problems without sacrificing prosperity or freedom. For who is this [...]

The End of Mental Illness is a groundbreaking book by Daniel G. Amen that explores how neuroscience is transforming psychiatry and helping to prevent or reverse mood and anxiety disorders, ADHD, addictions, PTSD, psychosis, personality disorders and more. Drawing on cutting-edge scientific research as well as his own clinical experience with over 35,000 patients in [...]

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 [...]

Henrietta Lacks was an African American woman whose cells were taken without her consent in 1951 and used for medical research. Her cells, which became known as HeLa Cells, reproduced at an astonishing rate and were sold to laboratories all over the world. This book tells the story of Henrietta Lacks’ life, how her cells [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]