I Alone Can Fix It - Carol Leonnig and Philip Rucker My third in a somewhat dispiriting series reporting what can happen when those who are undeserving of office attain it. On the other hand, there are those who rise to the occasion when much needed and perhaps more than we can even comprehend at this moment may be at stake.
East of Eden - John Steinbeck Speaking of rising - Thou Mayest. My fourth reading over the years of my life. Each one has revealed new perspectives. This round reminded me of the import surrounding the lives of the lesser characters. So very much to think about.
The Code Breaker: Jennifer Doudna, Gene Editing, and the Future of the Human Race -Walter Isaacson For anyone who thinks that the current, effective mRNA vaccines against COVID appeared over night, this tale should clarify and reassure you. Ms. Doudna is definitely in a league with Marie Curie, not only in her incredible contributions to human knowledge and understanding, but in the egalitarian leadership she demonstrated at the onset of our ongoing pandemic. A well told, readable story that made complex scientific mysteries of DNA, RNA, and CRISPR technology comprehensible.
Not the lightest fare this month. The last two being very different, but brilliant examples of the triumph of human intelligence and spirit over our lesser selves. Much needed in this time.
Read well. Seek peace. - les
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