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(6) Tree Line

The Spirit Catches You is a non-fiction book that dives into some pretty serious subjects, from the history of the Hmong people to the successes and failures of modern Western medicine. Though this might seem like a lot, Anne Fadiman's relatable writing style makes these ideas easy to understand and, most importantly, engaging.