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Lab Girl

Book • 2016
Hope Jahren's "Lab Girl" is a memoir that seamlessly blends personal narrative with scientific exploration.

Jahren recounts her experiences as a geochemist, sharing both the triumphs and challenges of her career.

The book delves into her passion for plants and her unique perspective on the scientific process.

Jahren's writing is both insightful and emotionally resonant, offering a glimpse into the life of a dedicated scientist.

The book's intimate tone and engaging storytelling make it accessible to a wide audience.

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Mentioned in 4 episodes

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Jacinda Ardern
's decision to focus on early years in her memoir.
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Dmitry Korkin
as a personal and emotional audiobook about the author's journey as a scientist.
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Gretchen Rubin
, quoting a line from it: "pretending that things are true is often more fun than knowing they're false".
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Rob Bell
as a book about how creation is wildly productive.
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Mentioned by Anna Matilda who recommends it, noting that Hope Jahren also wrote 'The Story of More'.
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