Looking for a good science book to read? There are many excellent books about science out there, so we’ve created a collection of science books recommended by our users!
The Improbability Principle: Why coincidences, miracles and rare events happen all the time
Written by David Hand
Recommended by Joseph Devlin
@neuro_boffin
“Although it is not the focus of the book, this was the best explanation of the replication crisis in psychology that I’ve read and it forced me to think carefully about so many aspects of my data handling life that I was taking for granted. Very accessible and easy to read and very powerful too.”
“Zoltan Dienes’ Understanding Psychology as a Science is a fantastic introduction to the scientific method for psychologists. I only wish I’d read it as an undergraduate.”
“While this is a science-fiction book and not a non-fiction book, its is one that I come back to from time to time and would highly recommend. It is, in my opinion, an excellent description of how the scientific process when investigating something novel should unfold. At times it can be slow paced, uneventful, and leaving us with more questions than when we started, it can also so be surreal, illuminating, and awe-inspiring.”
“Not necessarily a traditional (pop) science book but The Feather Thief by Kirk Wallace Johnson was an interesting read. I know a lot more about early naturalists, the exotic feather trade and fly tying after reading it!”
Language Unlimited: The Science Behind Our Most Creative Power
Written by David Adger
Recommended by Matthew Hunt
The 7 Deadly Sins of Psychology
Written by Chris Chambers
Recommended by Violet Brown
@violetsarebrown
“I loved reading The Seven Deadly Sins of Psychology by Chris Chambers. This book clearly and effectively lays out seven issues that are prevalent in psychological research and includes suggestions for how we can address these issues.”
“I would definitely recommend the Incerto series, by Nassim Taleb, which comprises five books dealing with the perils and opportunities of randomness, risk, uncertainty, and with their ubiquitous implications.”
“While it’s not really hard-core science, but some parts are relatable nonetheless and it’s definitely worth a read!”
“I would definitely recommend Fourty Studies That Changed Psychology to everyone. This book provides a summary of important studies that have impacted the field of psychology.”
