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  • Chasing the Sun

  • How the Science of Sunlight Shapes Our Bodies and Minds
  • By: Linda Geddes
  • Narrated by: Linda Geddes
  • Length: 6 hrs and 11 mins
  • 4.5 out of 5 stars (154 ratings)

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Chasing the Sun

By: Linda Geddes
Narrated by: Linda Geddes
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Our biology is set up to work in partnership with the sun. Little wonder then that humans have long worshipped and revered our nearest star: life itself arose on earth because its relationship with the sun was a special one, and that relationship still affects us well into the era of electric lighting, indoor workdays, and vitamin D supplements.

What are we losing when we sever this ancient biological tie to the sun by spending more and more time inside during the day and surrounded by screens at night? Informed by cutting-edge scientific research and sparkling with memorable characters - from the modern druids who worship at Stonehenge each solstice to the Amish farmers who may have the right idea about healthy sleep patterns - Linda Geddes’s Chasing the Sun analyzes all aspects of our relationship to the sun.

The fascinating stories, innovative science, and unique perspectives in this book make it clear that the ancients were right to put the sun at the center of our world and that it is crucial that we remember this bond as we shape our lives today.

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Extremely informative

Though the book can dwell in a few areas, it is overall a pleasant listen that doesn't feel too textbook-esque but still offers a ton of information.

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so good!

I don't read nonfiction often but this was great! very entertaining and informative. actionable too

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Vitamin-Delightful!

An incredible dive into the new science around the sun and it’s importance to us as a species.

Honestly, one of the best scientific reads and listens I have ever had.

Thank you Linda.

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A good listen

It was nice to learn the many different ways that the sun light has an impact on our life, our body, and our mind.

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Interesting and easy listen

Such a good listen. I thought it was scientific but easy to understand. Definitely an interesting topic with a lot of research and factual evidence to back up claims. Narration was great as well!

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Super fascinating!

Very interesting with lots of useful information. Allows so much to have much more meaning.

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Fascinating book!

Both informative and very interesting. This book definitely made me rethink some of my habits too, and I’ll be using some of the ideas presented over the coming months.

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Fascinating

What a fascinating book! I have chased the sun my whole life. There is nothing that’s energizes me more than the sun except perhaps water. The research and history from around the world was fantastic to listen to. Would recommend to all because it applies to every person from every walk of life.

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Essential Reading

Essential reading for those over 60 but good for parents and kids too. Great research and insight.
Great recording too.

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Great Book

Super interesting. Lots of amazing detail without being too hard to follow. Everyone in our current generation should read this and be aware of this science! Back to nature.

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