What We Are Reading Today: ‘Wolf’

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Updated 03 October 2025
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What We Are Reading Today: ‘Wolf’

  • Written by a world-renowned expert in wolf behavior and reintroduction, the book offers a unique perspective on these charismatic animals

Author: DOUGLAS W. SMITH 

Hunted to near extinction, wolves evoke a sense of our planet’s dwindling wildernesses. Rather than fear them, we should better understand the crucial role they play in ecosystems throughout the world.

This engaging, fact-filled book shares insights into the family histories, relationships, and significant life challenges of wolves while linking them to broader questions about wildlife conservation and management.

Written by a world-renowned expert in wolf behavior and reintroduction, the book offers a unique perspective on these charismatic animals.

 


What We Are Reading Today: ‘The Odd Quantum’ by Sam Treiman

Updated 09 December 2025
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What We Are Reading Today: ‘The Odd Quantum’ by Sam Treiman

This is a rare and much-needed book: a concise but comprehensive account of quantum mechanics for popular science readers written by a respected physicist.

Sam Treiman—who was internationally renowned for his work in particle physics—makes quantum mechanics accessible to nonspecialists.

Combining mastery of the material with clear, elegant prose and infectious enthusiasm, he conveys the substance, methods, and profound oddities of the field. Treiman begins with an overview of quantum mechanics.