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James Gleick
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Chaos: Making a New Science
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Chaos could be a good read for those interested in finding patterns in unpredictable systems, and how small changes can create large effects. The book explores how a new branch of science emerged from chaos theory, which led to a new understanding of complex systems. This book could be particularly useful for those interested in natural phenomena such as weather patterns, the stock market, and even cellular growth. Readers have praised Chaos for its engaging narrative and accessible approach to a complex topic.
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Luca Turin
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The Secret of Scent: Adventures in Perfume and the Science of Smell
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Got a fascination for fragrances or a love for science? "The Secret of Scent" could be a delightful read for you. It's not just about wearing perfume; it's about understanding the hidden complexities behind every scent we encounter. Imagine delving into a realm where molecules tell dramatic stories and discovering how our sense of smell connects deeply with our emotions and memories. Luca Turin's deep dive into the world of perfume blends chemistry and narrative in an experience as enriching as it is educational.
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Kevin Langford
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Adams
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Anatomy 101 - Adams 101 Series
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Goodreads rating: 3.53
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If you find typical anatomy textbooks dry and overwhelming, "Anatomy 101" is like a breath of fresh air. It distills complex concepts into easily digestible information, making learning about your body's systems both fascinating and accessible. Whether you're a student, a professional brushing up on the basics, or just a curious mind, Dr. Langford provides an adventure through the human body that's as informative as it is enjoyable. The inclusion of influential medical figures adds a historical context that enriches the learning experience.
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If you're intrigued by the mysteries of animal consciousness and yearn for an escape from the human perspective, "Being a Beast" might just be your next favorite read. Charles Foster's dedication to embodying creatures like badgers and foxes offers a provocative and insightful look into their worlds, blending science, philosophy, and a touch of humor. It's a compelling invitation to reconsider our relationship with nature and the animal kingdom.
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Peter Wohlleben, Tim Flannery, Jane Billinghurst |
Greystone
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The Hidden Life of Trees - What They Feel, How They Communicate—Discoveries from a Secret World
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If you've ever felt a connection to the natural world, "The Hidden Life of Trees" could deepen that bond. Through science laced with wonder, it paints the forest as a community of interlinked families, where trees nurture, communicate, and protect one another. After turning the last page, your perception of these majestic beings will shift from static lifeforms to dynamic entities with a secret world akin to our own.
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James Gleick
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Chaos: Making a New Science
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"Chaos: Making a New Science" is a journey through a scientific metamorphosis that reshapes how we view patterns in nature and societal trends. James Gleick masterfully unravels complex ideas, making them accessible, and even fascinating, to anyone curious about the hidden order in apparent randomness. It's a book that opens your eyes to the interconnectedness of the cosmos and economies alike. If you're looking to have your perspective on the world expanded, this is a read that will leave you contemplating long after the last page.
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Bill Bryson
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Doubleday
A Short History of Nearly Everything
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If you've ever wondered about the big questions – how we arrived at our current understanding of the world, the universe, and ourselves – Bryson's book is a treasure trove that transforms complex subjects into fascinating stories. It's as if you're sitting down with a friend who can explain the mysteries of the universe in a way that's engaging, humorous, and incredibly informative.
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This book could be a good read for someone who is curious about the human brain and how it influences every aspect of our lives. From exploring the development of the brain from the womb to understanding its role in shaping our thoughts, desires, and characters, this book offers a thought-provoking and enlightening journey. With captivating storytelling and a wide range of topics, you'll come away with a deeper understanding of the brain's impact on our behaviors and experiences.
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Bill Bryson
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Broadway
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A Short History of Nearly Everything
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A Short History of Nearly Everything by Bill Bryson is a fantastic read for anyone interested in exploring the origins of the universe and humankind. Bryson takes a complex subject and makes it accessible to all readers, using his trademark humor to keep things light and entertaining. The book is perfect for anyone looking to expand their understanding of science and the world around us.
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Leslie Kaminoff, Amy Matthews, Sharon Ellis |
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Yoga Anatomy
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Recommendation: Yoga Anatomy is a must-read for any yoga practitioner who wants to deepen their understanding of the body and perfect their asanas. It provides a fascinating in-depth view of the mechanics behind each pose through highly-detailed illustrations and clear explanations. It's also a great resource for yoga teachers looking to enhance their instruction. The most unique feature of this book is its visualization of yoga poses in an intricate 3D format, making it an ideal read for anyone who wants to fully comprehend the body’s positioning and mechanics for challenging poses.
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Recommended for dog lovers who want to learn from a dog's perspective. The unique feature is that it offers insights into the canine world, including their views on humans, smell, and cognition. Users would appreciate the opportunity to learn more about dogs, and the author's credentials make it all the more appealing.
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Alexandra Horowitz
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Simon
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Schuster
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Inside of a Dog : What Dogs See, Smell, and Know
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The answers will surprise and delight you as Alexandra Horowitz, a cognitive scientist, explains how dogs perceive their daily worlds, each other, and other quirky animal, the human. "Horowitz introduces the reader to dogs' perceptual and cognitive abilities and then draws a picture of what it mgiht be like to be a dog. What it's like to be able to smell not just every bit of open food in the house but also to smell sadness in humans, or even the passag eof time? How does a tingy dog manage to play sucessfully with a Great Dane? What is it like to hear the bodily vibrations of insects or the hum of a fluorescent light? Why must a person on a bicycle be chased? What's it like to use your mouth as a hand? In short, what is it like for a dog to experience life from two feet off the ground, amidst the smells of the sidewalk, gazing at our ankles or knees? Inside of a Dog explains these things and much more. The answers can be surprising-once we set aside our natural inclination to anthropomorphize dogs. Inside of a Dog also contains up-to-the-minute-research-on dogs' detection of disease, the secrets of their tails, and their skill at reading our attention-that Horowitz puts into useful context. Although not a formal training guide, Insie of Dog has practical applicaiton for dog lovers interested in understanding why their dogs do what they do. With alight touch and the weight of science behind her, Alexandra Horowtiz examines the animal we think we know best but may actually understand the least. This book is as close as you can get to knowing about dogs without being a dog yourself
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Horace Freeland Judson
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Penguin
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The Eighth Day Of Creation - Makers Of The Revolution In Biology
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In the foreword to this expanded edition of his 1979 masterpiece, Horace Freeland Judson says, "I feared I might seem the official historian of the movement"--molecular biology, that is. If by official he means "authoritative; definitive; the standard against which all others are measured" then his fears are warranted. Detailed without being overly technical, humane without being fulsome, The Eighth Day of Creation tells of molecular biology's search for the secret of life. "The drama has everything--exploration of the unknown; low comedy and urgent seriousness; savage competition, vaulting intelligence, abrupt changes of fortune, sudden understandings; eccentric and brilliant people, men of honor and of less than honor; a heroine, perhaps wronged; and a treasure to be achieved that was unique and transcendent." And in Judson this drama found its Shakespeare.
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Daniel C. Dennett
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Penguin
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From Bacteria to Bach and Back : The Evolution of Minds
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What is human consciousness and how is it possible? These questions fascinate thinking people from poets and painters to physicists, psychologists, and philosophers.This is Daniel C. Dennett's brilliant answer, extending perspectives from his earlier work in surprising directions, exploring the deep interactions of evolution, brains and human culture. Part philosophical whodunnit, part bold scientific conjecture, this landmark work enlarges themes that have sustained Dennett's career at the forefront of philosophical thought. In his inimitable style, laced with wit and thought experiments, Dennett shows how culture enables reflection by installing a profusion of thinking tools, or memes, in our brains, and how language turbocharges this process. The result: a mind that can comprehend the questions it poses, has emerged from a process of cultural evolution.An agenda-setting book for a new generation of philosophers and thinkers, From Bacteria to Bach and Back is essential for anyone who hopes to understand human creativity in all its applications.
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Daniel C. Dennett
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W.
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Norton
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Company
From Bacteria to Bach and Back : The Evolution of Minds
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How did we come to have minds? For centuries, poets, philosophers, psychologists, and physicists have wondered how the human mind developed its unrivaled abilities. Disciples of Darwin have explained how natural selection produced plants, but what about the human mind?In From Bacteria to Bach and Back, Daniel C. Dennett builds on recent discoveries from biology and computer science to show, step by step, how a comprehending mind could in fact have arisen from a mindless process of natural selection. A crucial shift occurred when humans developed the ability to share memes, or ways of doing things not based in genetic instinct. Competition among memes produced thinking tools powerful enough that our minds don’t just perceive and react, they create and comprehend.An agenda-setting book for a new generation of philosophers and scientists, From Bacteria to Bach and Back will delight and entertain all those curious about how the mind works.
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Alexandra Horowitz
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Scribner
Inside of a Dog : What Dogs See, Smell, and Know
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Alexandra Horowitz offers readers a fresh look at the world of dogs--from the dog's point of view.The bestselling book that asks what dogs know and how they think, now in paperback.The answers will surprise and delight you as Alexandra Horowitz, a cognitive scientist, explains how dogs perceive their daily worlds, each other, and that other quirky animal, the human. Horowitz introduces the reader to dogs' perceptual and cognitive abilities and then draws a picture of what it might be like to be a dog. What's it like to be able to smell not just every bit of open food in the house but also to smell sadness in humans, or even the passage of time? How does a tiny dog manage to play successfully with a Great Dane? What is it like to hear the bodily vibrations of insects or the hum of a fluorescent light? Why must a person on a bicycle be chased? What's it like to use your mouth as a hand? In short, what is it like for a dog to experience life from two feet off the ground, amidst the smells of the sidewalk, gazing at our ankles or knees? Inside of a Dog explains these things and much more. The answers can be surprising—once we set aside our natural inclination to anthropomorphize dogs. Inside of a Dog also contains up-to-the-minute research—on dogs' detection of disease, the secrets of their tails, and their skill at reading our attention—that Horowitz puts into useful context. Although not a formal training guide, Inside of a Dog has practical application for dog lovers interested in understanding why their dogs do what they do. With a light touch and the weight of science behind her, Alexandra Horowitz examines the animal we think we know best but may actually understand the least. This book is as close as you can get to knowing about dogs without being a dog yourself.
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