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State Of Wonder
Book • 2011
In 'State of Wonder', Dr. Marina Singh is sent to the Amazon to find her former mentor, Dr. Annick Swenson, who has disappeared while working on a valuable new fertility drug.
Marina must navigate the treacherous jungle, confront her own past, and deal with the ethical complexities of scientific research.
The novel explores themes of hope, sacrifice, and the impact of Western influence on indigenous cultures, all set against the vivid and dangerous backdrop of the Amazon rainforest.
Marina must navigate the treacherous jungle, confront her own past, and deal with the ethical complexities of scientific research.
The novel explores themes of hope, sacrifice, and the impact of Western influence on indigenous cultures, all set against the vivid and dangerous backdrop of the Amazon rainforest.
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Elizabeth Gilbert
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S2E3: The Consciousness of Creativity: Are Ideas Alive And Do They Choose Us?
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Ashley Hamilton
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Ann Patchett
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