When We Cease To Understand the World - Benjamín Labatut

It's so unique that I can't even begin to explain how Labatut does it - Incredibly researched, weaving history and stories, with some science and a dash of natural history. He talks about smart stuff using really big words, it's just stunning, really. It was on a lot of people's greatest hit list when it came out (looking at you Björk!), and many (many) awards. And if you really want a thrill, google Labatut. He looks like a young(er) Chilean Robert Smith, swoon! Just sayin. Brand new copy found in Berlin.