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Welcome to LeanReads – Where Knowledge Meets Clarity. We transform books into short, clear, and meaningful content. Subscribe and make every read count. Website: https://leanreads.com/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@LeanReads Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/leanre Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lean.reads/ X: https://x.com/Lean_Reads Email: info@leanreads.com Disclaimer: The content shared on LeanReads is for educational and informational purposes only. We do not claim ownership of

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00:38:56

A Book Review on Humanity’s New Age | Book Adventures...

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2025/11/14

🌍 Humanity has entered a new geological era: the Anthropocene — a time when humans have become a powerful force reshaping Earth itself. In Adventures in the Anthropocene (by Gaia Vince), we travel across melting glaciers, rising oceans, vanishing forests, and booming megacities to see how climate change is transforming our planet—and how we must adapt to survive.In this video, you’ll discover: • Why scientists call our age the Anthropocene • The human stories from Kenya, Nepal, the Maldives,

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00:25:16

A Journey to Find the Happiest Places on Earth | Book...

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2025/11/11

What makes a nation truly happy? 🌍 In The Geography of Bliss, Eric Weiner takes us on an unforgettable journey across the world—from the disciplined life of Switzerland, the spiritual wisdom of Bhutan, the wealth of Qatar, the creativity of Iceland, to the simplicity of Thailand—to uncover how different cultures define happiness.In this video, we explore: • Why money doesn’t always buy happiness 💰 • How Bhutan measures Gross National Happiness 📊 • The role of culture, discipline, and

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00:43:21

Why the Real Global Emergency Lies Within Us | Book...

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2025/11/10

What if the world’s next great crisis isn’t about climate change, war, or the economy — but about us?In The Next Crisis, Oxford professor Danny Dorling explores how humanity’s greatest fears today aren’t the ones in the headlines, but the quiet struggles shaping everyday life: the cost of living, job insecurity, inequality, housing, safety, and trust in our institutions.This video takes you through Dorling’s powerful message — that understanding what people truly worry about can help us build a

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00:31:11

Why Melting Ice Matters to Us All | Book A World...

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2025/11/07

Ice is more than just frozen water—it’s Earth’s silent guardian. In A World Without Ice (2009), geophysicist Henry Pollack reveals the crucial role ice plays in regulating our planet’s climate and what happens as it rapidly melts.From the polar regions to the world’s great rivers and coastlines, this book explains how ice shapes weather patterns, sea levels, and ecosystems. Pollack, a Nobel Peace Prize co-recipient with the IPCC and Al Gore, warns that the disappearance of ice is not a distant

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00:17:47

Why “Healthy” Foods May Be Harming You | Book The...

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2025/11/06

Are “healthy” foods secretly making you sick? In The Plant Paradox (2017), Dr. Steven Gundry—a former heart surgeon and nutrition expert—reveals the hidden dangers of lectins, a type of protein found in many plant-based foods such as beans, grains, and even certain vegetables.In this video, we’ll explore: • Why lectins may cause inflammation, digestive issues, and weight gain • How whole grains and beans can weaken your gut barrier • The six-week Plant Paradox Program designed to heal your

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00:21:05

A Bold Guide to Freedom and Responsibility | Book...

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2025/11/04

What does it mean to exist in a world without God, without predetermined purpose, and without absolute rules? In his 1946 classic Existentialism Is a Humanism, French philosopher Jean-Paul Sartre presents one of the most accessible introductions to existentialist thought.In this video, we explore Sartre’s powerful ideas: • Existence precedes essence: we are born first, and only later define ourselves. • Condemned to be free: with no divine plan to rely on, we must bear full responsibility for

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00:27:59

How America’s Greatest Strength Could Become Its...

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2025/11/03

The U.S. dollar built the modern world — but can it survive its own success?In Our Dollar, Your Problem, Harvard economist Kenneth Rogoff explores how the dollar became the most powerful currency on Earth — and why its dominance may be reaching a dangerous turning point.From the Bretton Woods system and Nixon’s shock decision in 1971, to today’s digital currencies and China’s rising yuan, this book reveals the global story of money, trust, and power.👉 In this video, LeadReads breaks down: • How

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00:25:22

A Journey Into the Hidden Intelligence of Plants |...

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2025/10/31

"Are plants really silent and passive? Or do they communicate, defend themselves, and even remember? 🌱In The Light Eaters (2024), science journalist Zoë Schlanger takes us deep into the hidden lives of plants. From chemical communication to plant memory, from electric signals to cross-species conversations, this book reveals how plants are far more intelligent and dynamic than we ever imagined.In this video, we’ll explore: • How plants communicate using chemicals and vibrations • Why

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00:25:40

A #9 Revealing Look at Medicine’s Hidden Mistakes |...

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2025/10/30

Are the medical practices we trust really based on solid science? In Blind Spots (2024), Dr. Marty Makary—surgeon and professor at Johns Hopkins—reveals how outdated medical advice, cultural pressure, and misinformation have shaped modern healthcare.In this video, we explore the key lessons from the book, including: • How avoiding peanuts actually fueled the peanut allergy epidemic • The hidden dangers of antibiotic overuse and its impact on the microbiome • The cholesterol myth and why fat

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00:20:37

A Book That Redefined Morality | Book Utilitarianism

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2025/10/28

Discover the timeless philosophy of Utilitarianism by John Stuart Mill, one of the most influential works in moral philosophy. In this video, we explore Mill’s groundbreaking idea that the morality of an action depends on its consequences—and that the best choices are those that maximize happiness for the greatest number.From the famous Trolley Problem to modern debates about justice, freedom, and social responsibility, Mill’s insights continue to shape how we think about ethics today. This book

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00:58:53

The Hidden Cost of a Green Future | Book The Rare...

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2025/10/27

We dream of a green, sustainable future — electric cars gliding silently through clean cities, powered by endless sun and wind.But behind this dream lies another story — one of hidden mines, poisoned rivers, and the silent suffering of people and places we never see.In The Rare Metals War, French journalist Guillaume Pitron reveals the uncomfortable truth: the technologies meant to save our planet are built on foundations that may destroy it.From the polluted fields of Inner Mongolia to the global

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00:18:17

#10 A Journey Into the Strange World of Quantum...

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2025/10/26

What if reality is not what it seems? In Helgoland, physicist Carlo Rovelli takes us deep into the fascinating world of quantum physics, exploring uncertainty, superposition, entanglement, and the relational nature of reality.This review will guide you through the key ideas of Rovelli’s book, from Heisenberg’s breakthrough on a small island in the North Sea, to the philosophical implications that challenge how we think about existence itself.If you’ve ever wondered about Schrödinger’s cat, the

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00:31:55

Discovering the Minds of Animals | Book What Animals...

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2025/10/24

"Do animals think, feel, and love like we do?In Beyond Words: What Animals Think and Feel, Carl Safina takes us on a journey into the inner lives of elephants, wolves, whales, and more. This book challenges long-held beliefs about the uniqueness of human intelligence and shows us that animals experience loyalty, grief, empathy, and even teaching in ways surprisingly similar to our own.In this video, we explore the key lessons from the book, including: • How wolves cooperate and share with

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00:19:01

#8 Redefining Grief and Loss | Book It’s OK That...

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2025/10/23

Grief is not a problem to be fixed—it’s a natural response to love and loss. In It’s OK That You’re Not OK, therapist Megan Devine challenges society’s misconceptions about grief and shows us how to honor pain instead of rushing to “move on.”In this video, we’ll explore the key lessons from the book: • Why common phrases like “everything happens for a reason” can be harmful • The difference between pain and unnecessary suffering • Practical ways to live with grief and still create meaning in

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00:25:54

A Journey into Simplicity, Spontaneity, and the...

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2025/10/21

Unlock the timeless wisdom of Alan Watts in The Way of Zen. 🌿In this video, we explore the origins of Zen from Taoism and Mahayana Buddhism, and how Zen philosophy helps us live with spontaneity, presence, and inner peace in the modern world.Alan Watts reveals how Zen breaks through illusions created by the mind and teaches us to embrace life as it is—simple, spontaneous, and deeply fulfilling.✨ What you’ll learn in this video: • The roots of Zen in Taoist and Buddhist thought • Why the pursuit

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00:48:15

Why Aristotle Called Humans “Political Animals” |...

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2025/10/20

What makes a society truly good?More than 2,000 years ago, Aristotle asked this question — and his answers still shape the way we think about freedom, justice, and the moral purpose of government.In Politics, Aristotle explores how human nature, reason, and community intertwine.He believed that humans are “political animals” — not because we love power, but because we seek meaning in shared life.Through his ideas on virtue, law, class, and the role of the middle class, Aristotle offered a timeless

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00:15:17

#9 The Journey of Cosmosapiens: From Stars to...

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2025/10/19

Who are we, and why are we here? 🌌In this video, we dive into Cosmosapiens (2015) by John Hands — a groundbreaking book that questions the origins of the universe, the emergence of life, and the evolution of human consciousness.Inside this book summary and review, you’ll discover: • Why myths, religion, and science have offered different answers to human origins • The strengths and gaps in the Big Bang theory and Darwin’s natural selection • The six essential conditions for life to exist

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00:27:54

A Galloping History of Humanity | Book The Horse

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2025/10/17

From the battlefields of Alexander the Great to the sweeping conquests of Genghis Khan, from medieval plows to the birth of industry, horses have been the silent engines driving human history. 🐎In The Horse: A Galloping History of Humanity (2024), historian Timothy C. Winegard explores the extraordinary role of horses in shaping civilization. This book reveals how horses revolutionized warfare, agriculture, industry, and even urban life—and how they continue to inspire us today.In this video,

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00:17:07

#7 Improve Mental Health with Nutrition | Book Eat to...

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2025/10/16

Are you struggling with stress, anxiety, or low mood? 🧠✨What if the solution to better mental health was right on your plate?In today’s LeanReads video, we explore Eat to Beat Depression and Anxiety by Dr. Drew Ramsey. This groundbreaking book reveals how nutrition can support your brain, improve mood, and build long-term resilience. From the gut-brain connection to simple food swaps, you’ll discover how eating smarter can help you feel happier and healthier.📖 What you’ll learn in this summary: •

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00:26:00

A Groundbreaking Exploration of Free Will and Human...

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2025/10/14

Have you ever wondered if free will is real—or just an illusion created by the brain? In Free Agents (2023), neuroscientist Kevin J. Mitchell explores one of the deepest questions of philosophy and science: do we truly control our actions, or are we just products of physics and biology?This book takes us on a fascinating journey through evolution, from the earliest life forms to the rise of human consciousness. Mitchell argues that free will is not an illusion, but a biological reality—shaped by

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