Benjamin Bissett - Year 9 Student & 2008 Society Member Weird Maths is a factual book written by mathematicians David Darling and Agnijo Banerjee about mathematical and scientific questions that us humans regularly ask about our world and universe. It is divided into 13 easily understood chapters which are all exciting and interesting in their … Continue reading Book Review: Weird Maths
Mr Clements - Librarian All of these books are available in the Lawson Library at GSAL. Bridge of Clay Marcus Zusak A heart-wrenching family saga, narrated by Death, from the author of The Book Thief. I Found You Lisa Jewell A gripping thriller about single mum Alice, who finds a man on the beach outside … Continue reading Mr Clements Reads…
Mr C Dodd - Staff Editor Salutaris is the GSAL Sixth Form academic journal. It is an annual publication which provides Sixth Form students the opportunity to showcase their academic writing. It also provides a number of students with editorial experience. The name 'Salutaris' means 'health-giving' or 'beneficial' - i.e. promoting healthy academic discussion and … Continue reading Salutaris 2019
Mr R Stevenson - Head of Economic Studies Below is an up-to-date reading list (courtesy of the tutor2u website) for economists, particularly those who are considering studying the subject at university. Wider reading and offering your thoughts on a particular book / topic will form a key part of any personal statement. For anyone in … Continue reading Recommended Reading for Economists
Mr C Dodd - Staff Editor According to Professor Steven Clontz, “generally speaking, a puzzle is any question/problem which satisfies two properties: (1) it is designed to entertain the solver; (2) there is a well-defined solution.” Solving puzzles helps to develop critical thinking, reasoning and problem solving. In all walks of life, from school, college and university … Continue reading Recommended Puzzle Books
Mr Clements - Librarian All of these books are available in the Lawson Library at GSAL. The Wall John Lanchester A dystopia rooted very much in our current climate – Brexit, walls, distrust, fear. Compelling and terrifying. Brief Answers to the Big Questions Stephen Hawking His last book – wide-ranging and stimulating, with looks at … Continue reading Mr Clements Reads…
Shazia Sarela - Year 13 Aspirant Medic Bad Science Goldacre, Ben (2008) “Bad Science” by Ben Goldacre, while promoted as a must-read for those interested in medicine or pharmacology, is a book that will be truly enjoyed by anyone interested in science, statistics or the truth. The book focuses on the lies and half-truths that … Continue reading Recommended Read: Bad Science
