Money for nothing: Books in brief
Briefly

Dawn Wright's remarkable career illustrates that perseverance in science can defy initial skepticism, as evidenced by her groundbreaking achievements in oceanography and representation for Black scientists.
Dariusz Wójcik and his colleagues challenge the traditional perception of money as a necessity, emphasizing how Indigenous Australian trading systems functioned seamlessly without cash, providing valuable lessons for modern economies.
Jeremy Rifkin's call to view water as a 'life source' highlights the urgent need for reevaluation of natural resources in light of climate change's impact on global water systems.
David Lay Williams draws parallels between Plato's warnings about economic inequality leading to civil unrest and the contemporary societal divisions in the U.S., emphasizing the enduring relevance of philosophical insights.
Read at Nature
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