M.R O'Connor attempts to tackle the moral and social implications regarding de-extinction efforts. Considering the fact that mammoth DNA has been fully sequenced, it stands to reason the sequencing of other animal DNA is only a breath away. O'Connor delves in the questions: which animals are worth saving? What are the implications on the environment and human society? Will establishing the science of de-extinction devalue the meaning of "extinct species"? The novel looks at extremely troubled Spray Toads whose natural habitat has been destroyed by human efforts. ... Continue Reading...
Archives for October 2015
Review: Immunity
I was expecting something very different from Immunity. Instead of an autobiography concerning the life and career of one of the world's most eminent immunologist, I got a mix of dry textbook and autobiography. I don't know if I consider this a good or bad thing, but I definitely think this book is written for a specific audience and it's not the lay man. William E Paul, a prominent member at the National Institute of Health has written plenty of academic texts on immunology, held roles as president of American Association of Immunologists and the American Society ... Continue Reading...
Thursday Bookish Updates #11
Thursday Bookish Updates is a weekly post here at Silk&Serif devoted to anything book related. The main goal of this posting is to keep readers up to date on what's going on in the community and get a taste of future posts. I will provide information on some community events I am participating in and blurbs on newly acquired titles to be reviewed at a later date. I might even slip in a few surprises here and there. I was inspired by a post I read by Kelsye at Wise Ink Blog Ultimate Bloggers Guide to Growing Your Readership. Her list of ways to increase traffic ... Continue Reading...
Halloweek Reading to Seize the Night
I don't normally post pre-constructed posts, but this is a really fantastic anthology! I'm super excited to share this really fantastic collection as part of the Halloweek Reading event organized by Simon & Schuster! I recommend reading Seize the Night, edited by Christopher Golden, because it's properly terrifying and diverse enough to connect with all sorts of readers. Seize the Night is on sale now at Simon & Schuster just in time for Halloween! Enjoying a great treat is not just for kids on Halloween. Indulge yourself this week and read SEIZE THE NIGHT: ... Continue Reading...
Seasons Readings: Fall
I posted about this before, but I've been part of a really neat blog creativity project called The Book Blogger Creativity Project which is the brain child of the lovely Nori (Read, Write, Love). The sole purpose of this Project was to bring together bloggers in the spirit of creativity and friendship through a group project. I have developed some new friendships and really enjoyed being part of the Pink Team: Erica from Escape Under the Cover, Kailia from Life According to a Bibliophile; Kj from Birds that Love Words, Let from Other Side of Ordinary, Maggie from The ... Continue Reading...