Our review of : The Undoing Project

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 [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

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 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 [...]

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 A Hunter-Gatherer’s Guide to the 21st Century, evolutionary biologist Heather Heying offers a fresh perspective on how humans can thrive in the modern world. Drawing from her experience as an academic and mother, Heying provides readers with a clear and concise understanding of human evolution – and how it affects our day-to-day lives. From [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]