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4•yanis_t•2h ago

Share any fascinating books you've been reading lately.

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gushogg-blake•2h ago

Jaws: The Story of a Hidden Epidemic

Modern environments and lifestyles have changed our jaw development dramatically, contributing to the high prevalence of sleep-disordered breathing (snoring through to obstructive sleep apnea), chronic tension, jaw joint problems, and orthodontic need.

ProtosGalaxias•1h ago

"The Molecule of More" by Daniel Z. Lieberman and Michael E. Long.

A bit naive but fascinating narrative about how dopamine controls our feelings, addictions, and, basically, happiness.

HardwareLust•59m ago

"Future Noir: The Making of Blade Runner" by Paul Sammon

A deep history of the making of the movie "Blade Runner". Very enjoyable if you liked the movie.

kello•49m ago

Pilgrim at Tinker Creek by Annie Dillard

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