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Knowledge In Small Chunks

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Food for the mind

I consider these books nourishment for the brain in this era of short videos.

 
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It's a journey that helps you understand how humans changed the lives of so many animals.
Domesticated: Evolution in a Man-Made World by Richard C. Francis, Paperback
 
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A brief, but a good starting point for somebody wanting to learn about mythology.
World Mythology in Bite-Sized Chunks, Mark Daniels
 
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Humans are the only animals that drink other animals' milk. This book will offer a valuable perspective on how closely tied we are to this magical liquid.
Milk: A Global History|Hardcover
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If you kind of always liked history but never found the time to read a complex book, this one is a great start to get your appetite back.
The History of the World in Bite Sized Chunks|Hardcover
 
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Even after centuries the ideas from this book can help you understand the political system of today's world. A must read.
The Republic: Gilded Pocket Edition|Hardcover
 
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A great book for people that want to learn more and read more but are afraid of tired of long and complex books.
Introducing Islam: A Graphic Guide|Paperback
 
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A great book to start learning about genetics, feels like reading a comic book.
The Stuff of Life: A Graphic Guide to Genetics and DNA|Paperback
 
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How are piranhas able to feed on prey so much larger than them? Every animal relies on a weapon of some kind and this books explores them.
Animal Weapons: The Evolution of Battle|Paperback
 
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An intresting and easy to digest book about different places from all around the world. Lots of pictures and amazing facts.
Atlas Obscura, 2nd Edition: An Explorer's Guide to the World's Hidden Wonders|eBook
 
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This is a great book to learn more about firearms. Whether you are passionate or just want to understand better how guns work, so that you can watch movies and understand the jokes and action better.
50 Guns That Changed the World
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These books explore the mind of different animals, changing forever your perspective about ther intelligence.
Are We Smart Enough to Know How Smart Animals Are?
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Hopefully, we won't need this due to an apocalypse, but it is an amazing book to learn how the things that shaped the world are made and how they work.
The Book: The Ultimate Guide to Rebuilding Civilization - Hungry Minds
 
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Learn how to pick the right food for your pet. It is about dog food, but it can open your eyes about how big corporations don't want you to read and understand the ingredients of pet foods.
Dog Food Logic: Making Smart Decisions for Your Dog in an Age of Too Many Choices
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