by James Bridle, Book 44 of 2022
The perfect book for someone who wants to look at the world through a different lens. Exploring intelligence through Bridle’s curious eyes was a joy.
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Recommended for: anyone looking for new ways of thinking and living
written by Stephanie Cacioppo, book 18 of 2022
Warning: There is a strong potential that this book will make you cry. Dr. Stephanie Cacioppo describes both her scientific and romantic evolution in a way that makes it impossible not to become invested. Cacioppo enriches descriptions of the neurological components of love with personal anecdotes. If you are curious about biology and a romantic this is the book for you! Though not my favorite science book, or my favorite memoir both components were very well done.
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Content Warnings: Illness, Death, Grief
by Oliver Milman, book 14 of 2022
I was a bug kid, as in I could often be found collecting and carrying around live bugs that I thought were interesting. I outgrew this as peers made it clear that the hobby was “gross”. Nonetheless, I still have a soft spot for the smaller creatures in our daily lives and this book provided an interesting take on how insects and climate change intersect. I found some parts a bit repetitive but overall I enjoyed learning about the most recent studies and potential implications, especially regarding food production and health. Regardless of your preconceived opinions on bugs, I think this book provides a lot to consider as far as how we as humans influence our shared world.
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Recommended for: anyone interested in the current state of the insect world or climate change.