In Siddhartha Mukherjee‘s captivating book, “The Gene: An Intimate History,” he delves into the fascinating world of genetics, exploring its profound impact on humanity’s past, present, and future. As an exceptionally talented writer and physician, Mukherjee gifts readers with a blend of historical narrative, scientific analysis, and personal reflection, painting a comprehensive portrait of the …
In “Survival of the Sickest” by Sharon Moalem, the human body is viewed through a new lens that challenges conventional wisdom about health, disease, and evolution. Moalem, a renowned medical doctor and geneticist, combines scientific knowledge with captivating storytelling to explore how certain genetic traits that we perceive as detrimental are actually advantageous for survival. …
The Blank Slate by Steven Pinker examines the concept of human nature and challenges the widely held belief that the mind is a blank slate upon which society shapes individuals. Through an engaging exploration of psychology, genetics, and neuroscience, Pinker exposes the flaws in blank slate thinking, arguing that humans possess innate predispositions and that …
In “Why We Get Sick: The New Science of Darwinian Medicine,” Randolph M. Nesse and George C. Williams present a groundbreaking exploration of the evolutionary basis of human health and disease. In this transformative book, Nesse, a psychiatrist, and Williams, a renowned evolutionary biologist, unveil how natural selection has shaped our bodies and intricately intertwined …
In “The Molecule of More: How a Single Chemical in Your Brain Drives Love, Sex, and Creativity—and Will Determine the Fate of the Human Race,” Daniel Z. Lieberman explores a fascinating aspect of human behavior: the influence of dopamine, a neurotransmitter, in shaping our desires, motivations, and ultimate success. Drawing upon his expertise as a …