Our review of : The Joy of x

The book is about mycology, the study of fungi. It delves into how these fascinating organisms make our world a more habitable place, change our thinking and help to shape our future. For who is this book for ? This book is for anyone with an interest in fungi, science and the natural world. It [...]

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 [...]

Where the Deer and the Antelope Play is a book by Nick Offerman which chronicles his observations of nature while spending time in Wyoming. The book offers readers insights into the beauty and complexity of the natural world, as well as Offerman’s reflections on his own interactions with it. For who is this book for [...]

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 [...]

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 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 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. [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]