Book Club

Please join us for a discussion of Inflamed: Deep Medicine and the Anatomy of Injustice by Rupa Marya & Raj Patel.

Boldly original, Inflamed takes us on a medical tour through the human body--our digestive, endocrine, circulatory, respiratory, reproductive, immune, and nervous systems. Unlike a traditional anatomy book, this groundbreaking work illuminates the hidden relationships between our biological systems and the profound injustices of our political and economic systems. Inflammation is connected to the food we eat, the air we breathe, and the diversity of the microbes living inside us, which regulate everything from our brain's development to our immune system's functioning. It's connected to the number of traumatic events we experienced as children and to the traumas endured by our ancestors. It's connected not only to access to health care but to the very models of health that physicians practice.

Joining a book club is a fantastic way to dive deeper into literature, connect with like-minded individuals, and expand your reading horizons.  Love books? Want to discover new ones, have engaging conversations, and make new friends? Join our non-fiction book club! Whether you're a casual reader or an avid bookworm, it's a fun way to stay motivated and enjoy reading in a community. We’d love to have you!

New book club members are always welcome. Request a copy of the books online or at any SCPL location.