Key Takeaways Proust is one of the most celebrated and influential writers of the 20th century, but he is also one of the most intimidating and daunting. His novel, In Search of Lost Time, is a monumental work of over a million words, that spans seven volumes and covers themes such as memory, time, art, …
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Key Takeaways Derek Lowe takes readers on a tour of 250 major milestones that shaped the history of chemistry. Pick a discovery that intrigued you and learn more about the scientists and context behind their breakthrough. Their stories may inspire your own curiosity in science. The Chemistry Book (2016) takes us on a tour through …
Key Takeaways Do you love cars, or hate them, or both? Do you wonder how the car became such a dominant and influential force in the American life, and what its future holds? Do you want to learn more about the history and culture of the car, and how it has shaped and been shaped …
Key Takeaways Human society is a complicated and messy thing. It is full of problems and conflicts, but also full of opportunities and solutions. How can we make sense of it all? And how can we make it better? In this article, we will review the book What’s Our Problem? A Self-Help Book for Societies …
Radiation is everywhere. It is a part of our natural environment, our technology, our medicine, and our culture. But how much do we really know about radiation? And what are its actual dangers and benefits? In this article, we will review the book Strange Glow: The Story of Radiation by Timothy J. Jorgensen, a radiation …
Key Takeaways Dive into the remarkable life of Harriet Tubman with Catherine Clinton’s insightful biography, “Harriet Tubman: The Road to Freedom,” as it unveils the inspiring journey of a courageous woman who defied the odds to become a pivotal figure in the fight against slavery. Discover the untold chapters of Harriet Tubman’s life and legacy …
Walking is one of the most basic and natural human activities, yet we often take it for granted and neglect its importance. In this book, neuroscientist Shane O’Mara reveals the science and the art of walking, and how it can enhance our physical and mental well-being, as well as our social and cultural life. If …
The book is a biography of Donald Trump that traces his life and career from his childhood in Queens, New York, to his presidency, his impeachment trials, his defeat in the 2020 election, his role in the January 6 insurrection, and his potential comeback in 2024. The book reveals many aspects of Trump’s personality, motivations, …
The book explores the historical and cultural roots of misogyny and the exclusion of women from public speech and power, tracing them back to ancient Greece and Rome, where women were either silenced or mocked for speaking out, and where the ideal of the male orator was established as the norm for political authority. The …
The Bluest Eye (1970) is the debut novel of author Toni Morrison. It tells the story of Pecola Breedlove and her parents, and reflects upon the familial and societal circumstances that would lead a Black girl to wish she had blue eyes. Introduction: Get to know the debut novel from a legend in modern literature. …
