41 pages 1 hour read

Ainissa Ramirez

The Alchemy of Us: How Humans and Matter Transformed One Another

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2020

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Essay Topics

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The Alchemy of Us touches on a wide range of scientific topics. Discuss the ways Ramirez appeals to specialists and non-specialists alike.

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Citing specific examples, discuss how Ramirez interlaces the social and physical sciences.

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Identify and summarize three anecdotes. What role do they play in Ramirez’s book?