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Guns, Germs, and Steel: The Fates of Human Societies

by Jared Diamond

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Amanda said: " A brilliant book! I actually bought this book one summer and didn't get a chance to read it on my own. Then, in one of my Anthropology classes, I had the oppurtunity, and I was thrilled! The book attempts to answer a questions posed by a native of Pa ...more "

Jan 08, 2009 09:22AM · see review

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The Secret of the Great Pyramid: How One Man's Obsession Led to the Solution of Ancient Egypt's Greatest Mystery

by Bob Brier

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Amanda said: " Matt got me this book for Christmas. Bob Brier is an Egyptologist who has written several books, a few of which I've read and really enjoyed. I'm a good way into it, and it's fascinating! ...more "

Jan 08, 2009 09:21AM · see review

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The Best American Science Writing 2006

by Atul Gawande

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Amanda said: " I'm really enjoying this book, and since it's essays, I can continue to read other books and pick this one up when I feel like reading a good science essay. My favorite so far has been "My Bionic Quest for Bolero" from Wired magazine. Google it. It's ...more "

Mar 13, 2008 06:49AM · see review