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Pia Mancini is an activist and technical project leader from Argentina. She is co-founder of Democracy Earth and Open Collective. The latter is a project that facilitates open source code contributors to receive donations for their labour.
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The XX Brain
The Groundbreaking Science Empowering Women to Maximize Cognitive Health and Prevent Alzheimer's Disease
Lisa Mosconi PhD - 2020-03-10
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Discover how to protect and enhance your brain, no matter your age or stage in life, with this groundbreaking guide for women by an expert in cognitive health. As the director of the Women's Brain Initiative, Lisa Mosconi sheds light on why women are at higher risk for brain-related conditions and offers practical strategies–from diet to stress reduction–to support brain health. With a focus on topics such as memory loss, hormonal imbalances, and the role of estrogen, this book is a must-read for any woman who wants to take control of her brain health.
Pia Mancini
2023-02-17T18:57:30.000Z
Also, very much recommend Lisa Mosconi’s latest book for a deep dive on women’s brain health 🧠. The space of medicine for women is ready to 🚀🚀🚀      source
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The Dawn of Everything
A New History of Humanity
David Graeber, David Wengrow - 2021-11-09
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This groundbreaking book challenges our assumptions about social evolution and human history. The authors delve into the origins of farming, property, cities, democracy, slavery, and civilization itself, revealing unexpected and hopeful possibilities. Through research in archaeology and anthropology, they argue that human history is less set in stone than we tend to assume, and offer new ways of imagining freedom and organizing society. With formidable intellectual range and a faith in the power of direct action, this book is a must-read for anyone interested in rethinking the course of human history.
Pia Mancini
2021-12-26T16:21:02.000Z
@elipariser I’m currently reading this. I’m enjoying it.      source
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Unveiled
How Western Liberals Empower Radical Islam
Yasmine Mohammed - 2019-09-24
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Unveiled: How Western Liberals Empower Radical Islam is a memoir by Canadian human rights activist Yasmine Mohammed. With one foot in the Western world and another in the fundamentalist Islamic household she grew up in, Yasmine provides a unique perspective on Islam and its role in terrorism. Her goal is to unveil the truth about hot-button issues such as FGM, the hijab, and ISIS, while guiding readers through media narratives, political correctness, and outright lies. Part Infidel, part The Handmaid's Tale, this memoir gives readers a rare glimpse into a world few Westerners know.
Pia Mancini
2020-12-28T22:40:16.000Z
What a courageous book. @YasMohammedxx is a strong and brave woman. Read her.      source
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Trick Mirror
Jia Tolentino - 2019-08-06
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This collection of essays by a New Yorker writer explores the era of the self, malleable truth, feminism, and politics. From the rise of the internet to the writer's own experiences with ecstasy and engagement with our culture's drive towards self-optimization, the essays are a fierce, clear, and humorous look at our current landscape. With a rare gift for elucidating nuance and complexity, this debut collection announces the author as an important voice for many years to come.
Pia Mancini
2020-08-04T23:58:51.000Z
This book is great! Super sharp. @jiatolentino 🌈🔥      source
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Neuromancer
William Gibson - 2007-03-03 (first published in 1984)
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Experience a world within a world where technology and art collide in Neuromancer, a cyberpunk sci-fi masterpiece that rivals the likes of 1984 and Brave New World. Follow Henry Dorsett Case, once the sharpest data-thief in the business, on a dangerous quest to take down a powerful artificial intelligence controlled by ominous business magnates. With award-winning writing and a gripping plot, Neuromancer challenges our assumptions about technology and ourselves, forever changing the landscape of our imaginations.
Pia Mancini
2019-10-04T10:41:48.000Z
@Fede_Bada amazing book      source