22 Sep

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Review of A Short Guide to Writing About Biology by Jan Pechenik As someone who’s always been fascinated by both biology and the art of communication, picking up A Short Guide to Writing About Biology felt like uncovering a treasure trove of wisdom. Jan Pechenik, a seasoned biologist and educator, has created a guide that not only promises to teach students how to express their thoughts effectively but also cultivates a deeper appreciation for the biological sciences. I was immediately drawn to the notion that writing and biology are...

13 Aug

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Exploring Life’s Uncertainties: A Review of Louisa Hall’s Reproduction When I first picked up Louisa Hall’s Reproduction, I found myself torn by the duality of its topic: creation and suffering. As a writer myself, the parallels to Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein, often reflecting on the intricacies of life and death, beckoned me. Yet, I soon discovered that Hall’s narrative dives deeper into the complex realities of pregnancy, illuminating a world that feels all too pertinent in today’s socio-political climate. At the heart of Reproduction lies the story of Hall’s narrator,...