Figuring
Figuring
Nonfiction | Poem | Adult | Published in 2019
Book Brief
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Poem • Nonfiction
2019
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Figuring by Maria Popova explores the lives of various historical figures, focusing on their personal and professional journeys. It highlights how these individuals navigated their passions, relationships, and contributions to science, art, and culture, uncovering the interconnectedness of their endeavors and the impact on future generations.
Contemplative
Inspiring
Informative
Bittersweet
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Figuring by Maria Popova is praised for its lyrical prose and profound exploration of interconnected lives of historical figures. Reviewers appreciate its depth, meticulous research, and the weaving of art, science, and love. However, some find its structure meandering and dense, potentially challenging for casual readers. Overall, it's celebrated for thoughtful reflections on human existence.
Who Should Read Figuring?
Readers who enjoyed the interconnected lives and intellectual pursuits in Hidden Figures by Margot Lee Shetterly or the contemplative exploration of creativity in Big Magic by Elizabeth Gilbert would find Figuring by Maria Popova captivating. Ideal for those who appreciate a blend of history, science, and art, with rich narrative threads connecting notable figures.
4,561 ratings
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Poem • Nonfiction
2019
Adult
18+ years
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