PLEASE NOTE: This is a summary, analysis and review of the book and not the original book.Hope Jahren expertly weaves the science of plant growth with the mysteries of human nature in her quirky, touching, and insightful autobiography, Lab Girl. This FastReads Analysis offers supplementary material to Hope Jahren's "Lab Girl" to help you distill the key takeaways, dissect the allegory, and discover the hidden layers and parellels between plant and human. Whether you'd like to enrich your understanding, refresh your memory, or simply decide whether or not this book is for you, FastReads Analysis is here to help. Absorb everything you need to know in under 20 minutes! What does this FastReads Analysis Include?A short synopsis of the original bookEditorial ReviewKey takeaways & analysis from each sectionA short bio of the the authorOriginal Book Summary OverviewLab Girl is a thought-provoking analysis of the philosophical similarities between plants and humans and the lessons that science teaches us about life. In a world historically dominated by masculine authority, author Hope Jahren exposes the world of science and professional academia to the reader from the unique perspective of a female scientist. Through her experiences we are introduced to a new way of thinking about the plants all around us, the story they have to tell, and the science that gives these plants a voice. Lab Girl is a guide for the young, old, and curious, a story that urges us to seek out our passions and be grateful for the experiences we have along the way, both good and bad. BEFORE YOU BUY: The purpose of this FastReads Analysis is to help you decide if it’s worth the time, money and effort reading the original book (if you haven’t already). FastReads has pulled out the essence—but only to help you ascertain the value of the book for yourself. This summary & analysis is meant as a supplement to, and not a replacement for, Lab Girl.