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In this wholly absorbing book, astrobiologist Cabrol looks at the possibility of life in the universe outside of earth and in fact that near probability of it. It is so fascinating and mind-boggling that I immediately started it over and listened again when I finished. I‘m sure I could read it several times and pick up new stuff. It‘s definitely science heavy and packed with info. Not for everyone but brilliant for me.

This graphic novel adaptation of the groundbreaking, time travelling science-fiction classic, offers an unflinching look at slavery, violence, race and the role of women in society.

A visually stunning work for a new generation of readers to appreciate!

#blackhistorymonth #graphicnovel #kindred #octaviabutler #scifi #science #fiction #read

I have decided to set a new challenge for myself out of necessity. This is the top of a couple book stacks on my floor, and I want/need them off the floor. So I‘m doing my own version of “Shelve it or Scrap it” inspired by Becca and the Books. I will draw a prompt/number starting in March that corresponds with a book in the stack. I either read and keep, or read and unhaul. Hoping to make a dent by years end and get some floor space back!

I enjoyed this book about the materials that make up the modern world and the history and economies around them. It‘s highly readable and accessible. Rigorous on facts & science but he tells it in a conversational voice with narrative drive. Fascinating to learn about the importance of sand & glass for example, & the modern need for copper & lithium. It shows how interdependent we are as supply chains are so complex. Recommended.

4.75/5 🌕🌕🌕🌕🌖

“I'm starting to wonder if this is what being in love is. Being okay with ripping yourself to shreds, so the other person can stay whole.”

#romance #STEM #science #biology

First, I love this man‘s voice. I‘m seriously just vibing at this point. But he asked a question and I had an instinctual visceral response to… if an Alien from space walked up to you and asked you to take them to your leader… would you take them to the White House…. Personally, that sounds like the beginning of the first intergalactic war with earth so imma pass on that, thanks. 😳

My new audiobook, selected to carry me far away from the daily catastrophic news. Three hours there is a whole lot on 18th-century botanist Joseph Banks.

A really solid book! Overall this book really forces you to evaluate your thought process and why you believe what you believe.
The authors focus on a few narrow topics that are pretty controversial and spark highly emotional responses. But their principles apply to pretty much every area of life. Are you convinced of a mindset based off heuristics or based off quantitative data? Be aware of the why behind your life choices
#nonfiction #science

Starting this today…👻

#bookspinbingo

I love Mary Roach, and this book is no exception. Ostensibly about space, it‘s really about human physiology and how it is impacted by being in zero gravity, all packaged with her signature wit. I loved it!