Chapter 1 What’s What Is This Thing Called Science by Alan F. Chalmers What Is This Thing Called Science? is a book written by Alan F. Chalmers, a philosopher of science. First published in 1976, this book aims to provide an accessible introduction to the philosophy of science for non-experts. Chalmers explores the fundamental concepts … Read more
Chapter 1 What’s A Planet of Viruses by Carl Zimmer “A Planet of Viruses” is a book written by science writer Carl Zimmer. It explores the fascinating and often overlooked world of viruses, shedding light on their impact on our planet and their role in shaping life on Earth. In the book, Zimmer discusses various … Read more
Chapter 1 What’s This explains everything by John Brockman “This Explains Everything: Deep, Beautiful, and Elegant Theories of How the World Works” is a book edited by John Brockman. In this book, Brockman brings together leading scientists, philosophers, and thinkers to answer the question, “What scientific concept would improve everybody’s cognitive toolkit?” The book presents … Read more
Chapter 1 What’s Artificial Unintelligence by Meredith Broussard “Artificial Unintelligence: How Computers Misunderstand the World” is a book written by Meredith Broussard. It explores the limitations and biases of computer systems and artificial intelligence technologies. Broussard argues that despite the advancements in AI, these systems are still far from truly intelligent and often fail to … Read more
Chapter 1 What’s What a Fish Knows by Jonathan Balcombe “What a Fish Knows: The Inner Lives of Our Underwater Cousins” is a nonfiction book written by Jonathan Balcombe, a biologist and animal behaviorist. In this book, Balcombe explores the world of fish and challenges the common perception that they are simple creatures with no … Read more
Chapter 1 What’s Chimpanzee Politics by Frans de Waal Chimpanzee Politics: Power and Sex among Apes is a book written by primatologist Frans de Waal. Published in 1982, the book explores the social and political dynamics of a group of captive chimpanzees living in the Arnhem Zoo in the Netherlands. De Waal documents the power … Read more
Chapter 1 What’s Zoobiquity by Barbara Natterson-Horowitz Zoobiquity: What Animals Can Teach Us About Health and the Science of Healing is a book written by Barbara Natterson-Horowitz and Kathryn Bowers. In this book, Natterson-Horowitz explores the intersection of human and animal medicine. She outlines various cases where veterinarians have discovered valuable insights about human medical … Read more
Chapter 1 What’s Bright Earth by Philip Ball Bright Earth: Art and the Invention of Color is a book written by Philip Ball. It explores the history of how artists have created and produced colors throughout different periods and civilizations. The book delves into the techniques, materials, and cultural significance of various pigments and dyes … Read more
Chapter 1 What’s Are We Smart Enough to Know How Smart Animals Are by Frans de Waal “Are We Smart Enough to Know How Smart Animals Are?” is a book written by primatologist and ethologist Frans de Waal. The book explores the intelligence and cognitive abilities of animals and challenges human-centric views regarding animal intelligence. … Read more
