Catherine Lantz
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Galileo: And the Science Deniers
An extremely readable biography paired well with analysis of current scientific thinking and controversies. For all fans of popular science.
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Nature Obscura: A City’s Hidden Natural World
Though focused on Brenner’s hometown of Seattle, this unofficial guide to finding wildlife in unexpected areas is wide ranging and companionable. Also included are tips and resources for budding urban naturalists.
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A Scheme of Heaven: The History of Astrology and the Search for our Destiny in Data
While Boxer’s enthusiasm for the subject shows in his engaging narrative style, some of the more technical material will leave casual readers behind. Strongly recommended for historians with some awareness of mathematical concepts or seasoned popular science readers.
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Zed
Kavenna (The Birth of Love), winner of the Orange Award and Granta Best of Young British Novelists, brings wit and moments of levity to this portentously dark look at a society ruled by corporate technology. [See Prepub Alert, 7/15/2019.]
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Reality Ahead of Schedule: How Science Fiction Inspires Science Fact
An entertaining pop cultural history that will also prove to be an inspiring reading list for sf fans.
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How To: Absurd Scientific Advice for Common Real-World Problems
With illustrated formulas that humorously explain the science behind Munroe’s conjectures, this book is sure to entertain and educate thinkers from high school on up.
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Blood of an Exile
Strongly recommended for devoted fantasy readers and a great gateway book for those new to the genre.
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A Conspiracy of Wolves
Robb easily conveys the intricacies of court politics and intrigue, allowing narrative space for relationships and humorous exchanges between characters to develop. It is not necessary to have read previous books in the series to appreciate this entry, as ample historical and character background are provided. Recommended for fans of other historical writers such as C.J. Sandsome, Ellis Peters, and Sharon Kay Penman.
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Bursts of Fire
This exciting new series will have fantasy fans eagerly awaiting the next installment.