Paper books have their irreplaceable charm, but there is going to come a time when you’ll wish your books didn’t occupy so much of your breathing space – usually during moving or while cleaning the dust from a growing personal library. Just like with any gadget, spend some time thinking what features you really need…… Continue reading How to choose an ebook reader
Author: Anca Ioviţă
Stiff The Curious Lives of Human Cadavers
Love it or hate it – this is the mixed reaction after reading this book by Mary Roach. If you are just a little bit fascinated by what happens after death, but you want to find out the details wrapped into the scientific method, then this book will delight you. Entertaining and thought-provoking, this non-fiction…… Continue reading Stiff The Curious Lives of Human Cadavers
Why I love libraries so much
One of the few places that I have appreciated since I was 5 years old is the public library. Its richness and calmness are qualities that I have always taken for granted, but I am always surprised by how few people appreciate this wonderful resource! The pleasure of browsing No matter how dusty, old and…… Continue reading Why I love libraries so much
Browsing and literature review
Reading with focus as well as browsing are both important for researchers. In order to have high quality access to these sources of information, I would start with having a subscription to your local library before anything else. Public libraries are the most democratic places ever; you have access in them no matter your race,…… Continue reading Browsing and literature review