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570. Is Gynecology the Best Innovation Ever?

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Unexpectedly Fascinating Book

The speaker initially had low expectations for a book about events from thousands or millions of years ago, as they are more interested in modern events. However, the book offered fresh and surprising perspectives, making it difficult to put down. Despite being unfamiliar with the author's work, they were caught off guard by the depth of knowledge and the novel ideas presented in the book. The author's ability to introduce new and fascinating facts and ideas changed the speaker's view of the world, exceeding their expectations as a writer.

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