Science + Psychology
EXCEPTIONS: NANCY HOPKINS, MIT, AND THE FIGHT FOR WOMEN IN SCIENCE
Written by Zernike, Kate
From the Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist who broke the story, the inspiring account of the sixteen female scientists who forced MIT to publicly admit it had been discriminating against its female faculty for years--sparking a nationwide reckoning with the pervasive sexism in science.
PEOPLE'S HOSPITAL: HOPE AND PERIL IN AMERICAN MEDICINE
Written by Nuila, Ricardo
Where does one go without health insurance, when turned away by hospitals, clinics, and doctors?
LSD: A JOURNEY INTO THE ASKED, THE ANSWERED, AND THE UNKNOWN
Written by Schiller, Lawrence
Out of print for more than half a century, LSD: A Journey into the Asked, the Answered, and the Unknown, is now available in a commemorative edition, with candid commentary, a new introduction by counterculture journalist Jessica Hundley, and a photographic portrait of a generation.
COMPLETE HUMAN BODY
Written by Roberts, Alice
The definitive guide to the development, form, function, and disorders of the human body. The most detailed popular reference book on human anatomy available, this beautiful exploration of the human body is now in its third edition, revised with the latest medical knowledge.
MATH BOOK
Written by DK
Learn about the most important mathematical ideas, theorems, and movements in The Math Book. Part of the fascinating Big Ideas series, this book tackles tricky topics and themes in a simple and easy to follow format. Learn about Math in this overview guide to the subject, brilliant for novices looking to find out more and experts wishing to refresh their knowledge alike!
SIMPLY ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE
Written by DK
Understanding AI has never been easier with Simply Artificial Intelligence. Combining bold graphics with easy-to-understand text, Simply Artificial Intelligence is the perfect introduction to the world of AI for those who are short of time but hungry for knowledge.
INVISIBLE KINGDOM : REIMAGINING CHRONIC ILLNESS
Written by O'Rourke, Meghan
A NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER FINALIST FOR THE 2022 NATIONAL BOOK AWARD FOR NONFICTION Named one of the BEST BOOKS OF 2022 by NPR, The New Yorker, Time, and Vogue
ANAXIMANDER: AND THE BIRTH OF SCIENCE
Written by Rovelli, Carlo
The bestselling author of Seven Brief Lessons on Physics illuminates the nature of science through the revolutionary ideas of the Greek philosopher Anaximander Over two millennia ago, the prescient insights of Anaximander paved the way for cosmology, physics, geography, meteorology, and biology, setting in motion a new way of seeing the world.
CLIMATE BOOK: THE FACTS AND THE SOLUTIONS
Written by Thunberg, Greta
A NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER We still have time to change the world. From climate activist Greta Thunberg, comes the essential handbook for making it happen. You might think it's an impossible task: secure a safe future for life on Earth, at a scale and speed never seen, against all the odds. There is hope - but only if we listen to the science before it's too late.
HAPPINESS
Written by Lomas, Tim
A concise and engaging exploration of how we understand happiness. What does it mean to feel happiness? As a state of mind, it's elusive. As a concept--despite the plethora of pop psychology books on the subject--it's poorly understood.