Very interesting, and not what I was expecting. The kind of book that you have to use as a starting point to explore new avenues of thought, as opposed to just getting information.
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Review of 'JPod' on 'Goodreads'
4 stars
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James Kakalios: The physics of superheroes (2009, Gotham Books)
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Review of 'The Sisters Brothers' on 'Goodreads'
4 stars
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finkyhead rated The Hunger Games: 4 stars
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