What If

By Randall Munroe

Picture this: someone asks if reading every book ever written is possible, or wonders if you could use machine guns as a jetpack. Then, a scientist with a mischievous grin actually answers these wild questions, throws in some stick figure comics, and voila! You’ve got “What If?” by Randall Munroe.

This book is like the friend who loves science and always has the craziest “what if” scenarios. From figuring out the consequences of the Earth suddenly stopping spinning to calculating the number of dogs on the planet if every owner kept two, Munroe tackles the absurd with surprising scientific rigor. But don’t worry, it’s not a dry textbook. He injects humor into every equation, making you snort-laugh while learning fascinating tidbits about physics, biology, and even pop culture.

Think of it as a mental playground where you can launch cows into space, ponder the logistics of building a Death Star, and then discover the actual science behind it all. So, if you’re curious, enjoy a good chuckle, and want to see how far a scientific mind can stretch, “What If?” is your perfect brain-bending adventure. Just be warned, once you start wondering “what if,” you might not be able to stop!