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Why Fish Don't Exist: A Story of Loss, Love, and the Hidden Order of Life,New
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A Best Book of 2020: The Washington Post * NPR * Chicago Tribune * SmithsonianA ?remarkable? (Los Angeles Times), ?seductive? (The Wall Street Journal) debut from the new cohost of Radiolab, Why Fish Don?t Exist is a dark and astonishing tale of love, chaos, scientific obsession, andpossiblyeven murder.?At one point, Miller dives into the ocean into a school of fish?comes up for air, and realizes she?s in love. That?s how I felt: Her book took me to strange depths I never imagined, and I was smitten.? The New York Times Book ReviewDavid Starr Jordan was a taxonomist, a man possessed with bringing order to the natural world. In time, he would be credited with discovering nearly a fifth of the fish known to humans in his day. But the more of the hidden blueprint of life he uncovered, the harder the universe seemed to try to thwart him. His specimen collections were demolished by lightning, by fire, and eventually by the 1906 San Francisco earthquakewhich sent more than a thousand discoveries, housed in fragile glass jars, plummeting to the floor. In an instant, his life?s work was shattered.Many might have given up, given in to despair. But Jordan? He surveyed the wreckage at his feet, found the first fish that he recognized, and confidently began to rebuild his collection. And this time, he introduced one clever innovation that he believed would at last protect his work against the chaos of the world.When NPR reporter Lulu Miller first heard this anecdote in passing, she took Jordan for a foola cautionary tale in hubris, or denial. But as her own life slowly unraveled, she began to wonder about him. Perhaps instead he was a model for how to go on when all seemed lost. What she would unearth about his life would transform her understanding of history, morality, and the world beneath her feet.Part biography, part memoir, part scientific adventure, Why Fish Don?t Exist is a wondrous fable about how to persevere in a world where chaos will always prevail.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Why Fish Don't Exist'? A: 'Why Fish Don't Exist' explores themes of chaos, resilience, and the search for order in life's unpredictability, drawing parallels between the author's experiences and the life of taxonomist David Starr Jordan.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Why Fish Don't Exist'? A: The author of 'Why Fish Don't Exist' is Lulu Miller, who is also known for her work as a reporter and cohost of the podcast Radiolab.
- Q: What type of book is 'Why Fish Don't Exist'? A: 'Why Fish Don't Exist' is categorized as a memoir, combining elements of biography, personal reflection, and scientific exploration.
- Q: How many pages are in 'Why Fish Don't Exist'? A: 'Why Fish Don't Exist' has a total of 255 pages.
- Q: What is the publication date of 'Why Fish Don't Exist'? A: 'Why Fish Don't Exist' was published on April 6, 2021.
- Q: Is 'Why Fish Don't Exist' available in different formats? A: 'Why Fish Don't Exist' is available in paperback format.
- Q: What is the condition of the book 'Why Fish Don't Exist'? A: 'Why Fish Don't Exist' is available in new condition.
- Q: What accolades has 'Why Fish Don't Exist' received? A: 'Why Fish Don't Exist' has been recognized as a Best Book of 2020 by several publications, including The Washington Post and NPR.
- Q: What insights does 'Why Fish Don't Exist' provide? A: 'Why Fish Don't Exist' offers insights into the complexities of life, the nature of scientific pursuit, and the human experience of loss and love.
- Q: Is 'Why Fish Don't Exist' suitable for all readers? A: 'Why Fish Don't Exist' is recommended for readers interested in memoirs, science, and philosophical reflections on life, but may not be suitable for younger audiences due to thematic elements.