In her upcoming book, Riley Black examines the interconnected evolution of plants and animals over billions of years, motivated by a fossil discovery. Rina Bliss addresses the concept of race, stating it has no biological basis but is a significant social reality, stemming from her personal experiences. Daniel Stone's book unravels the history of leaded petrol, spotlighting the conflict between its creator, Thomas Midgley, and the dedicated physician Alice Hamilton, who fought against its toxicity, highlighting the tragic overshadowing of her contributions to public health.
Riley Black's new work illustrates the interdependence of plant and animal life over the course of billions of years, revealing how evolution shapes ecosystems.
Rina Bliss highlights how the Human Genome Project clarified that race lacks biological basis, yet insists it is a profound social reality influencing people’s lives.
Daniel Stone chronicles the long struggle against leaded petrol, emphasizing the contrasting fates of its inventor and the overlooked activist who exposed its dangers.
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