By Science News
Whether you go to a house at the beach or a cabin in the woods, selecting books to take along is a crucial part of vacation planning. As a Science News reader, you probably consult the “Books” section at the back of recent issues. But for your late-summer trips, we thought you might appreciate additional suggestions from our writers. Asked for their advice on science-related books, not necessarily new, they’ve come up with a surprising range of choices that you should—or perhaps shouldn’t—consider packing. Happy travels.
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