The moment I found out that we had to read a book for AP Biology, I was startled with my mouth agape. I always thought science would simply involve reading and taking notes from a textbook; however, my assumption was wrong when Mr. Tisor assigned us to read Your Inner Fish by Neil Shubin. Prior to reading, I noticed the distinct artwork of a creature on the title page and made me question how evolution of animals developed over time. After staring at it for hours with curiosity, I finally began to read and soon realized how indulged I was in such a short period of time.
While reading, I felt as if I was within a worldwide adventure as Neil Shubin reveals his observation he made in several areas such as Greenland and Pennsylvania. I was surprised when I learned the importance of rocks, for I merely viewed them as obstacles that we humans step on everday. But upon reading, I was exuberant to learn that rocks play a crucial role as it provides evidence of past climates and surrounding often different from today. I was also surprised when Shubin explains that it takes many years to confirm and finalize a theory even after the fossil is found. And through Shubin, along with his advisers, I was able to perceive the determination and patience that are required when a paleontologist set out to expose segments of fossil that would eventually unveil ancient events in the history of life.
Overall, I am committed to reading this book wholeheartedly for it will allow me to experience great discoveries.
-Chai (Rachel) Lim
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