What are some great nonfiction books on science?

What are some great nonfiction books on science?

Here are a few highly recommended nonfiction books on science:

1. "Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind" by Yuval Noah Harari
2. "The Gene: An Intimate History" by Siddhartha Mukherjee
3. "Astrophysics for People in a Hurry" by Neil deGrasse Tyson
4. "The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks" by Rebecca Skloot
5. "A Brief History of Time" by Stephen Hawking Would you like more details on any of these?

Yes, can you tell me more about "The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks"?

"The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks" tells the story of Henrietta Lacks, whose cells were taken without her knowledge in 1951. These cells, known as HeLa cells, became one of the most important tools in medicine. The book explores issues of ethics, race, and the impact of her cells on scientific research. It's a compelling read that combines biography with science and ethics.

That sounds fascinating! Are there any other books that discuss ethics in science?

Absolutely! Here are a few more books that delve into ethics in science:

1. "The Ethics of Human Enhancement" by Steve Clarke
2. "The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks" by Rebecca Skloot (also touches on ethics)
3. "The Science of Good and Evil" by Michael Shermer
4. "Bioethics: A Very Short Introduction" by Tony Hope Let me know if you want more information on any of these!

Thanks! I'll check those out.