Jane Goodall

'In the Shadow of Man' chronicles Jane Goodall's early years observing chimpanzees in their natural habitat in Gombe, Tanzania. The book details her groundbreaking discoveries about chimpanzee behavior, including tool use, social structures, and emotional lives. Goodall's narrative style, emphasizing the individual personalities of the chimpanzees, revolutionized primatology. Her work challenged existing scientific views and highlighted the close relationship between humans and chimpanzees. Through vivid descriptions and personal anecdotes, Goodall invites readers to understand and empathize with these remarkable creatures.

In 'How to Avoid a Climate Disaster,' Bill Gates presents a detailed plan for eliminating greenhouse gas emissions, drawing from over a decade of his research and investment in climate change solutions. The book is organized into five parts, starting with the necessity of achieving zero emissions rather than just reducing them. Gates discusses the challenges in achieving this goal, provides practical questions to evaluate climate change conversations, and analyzes current and future technologies that can help mitigate climate change. He advocates for increased innovation in clean energy, including nuclear power, and emphasizes the importance of reducing the 'green premium' – the additional cost of green energy. The book also outlines specific steps for governments, market participants, and individuals to take in order to collectively avoid a climate disaster.