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Mary Roach is an American author specializing in popular science and humor. She has written six books, including Stiff: The Curious Lives of Human Cadavers and Packing for Mars: The Curious Science of Life in the Void. Her writing style combines scientific rigor with irreverent humor.

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📋 Author Details

Years Active: 1959 - Present
Nationality: American
Total Books: 6
First Published: 2003
Best-Selling Book: Stiff

📚 Notable Works

✍️ Writing Style & Analysis

Witty, accessible science writing with irreverent humor and thorough research

WRITING CHARACTERISTICS

Humorous

🎨 Themes & Literary Influences

Major Themes

Scientific curiosity Human body and biology Space exploration Unconventional science topics Death and mortality Military science

Literary Influences

🏆 Awards & Recognition

🏆 American Book Award nominee

📖 Where to Start Reading

🟢 Beginner

Start with their most accessible work:

Stiff

🔵 Intermediate

Once you're familiar with their style:

Packing for Mars

🟣 Advanced

For devoted fans:

Bonk: The Curious Coupling of Science and Sex

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🔗 External Resources

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