Michael Pollan's: A World Appears — A Journey into Consciousness

320 pages. This is a dinner potluck. # Book Discussion: Michael Pollan's A World Appears — A Journey into Consciousness Join us for an evening discussion of Michael Pollan's brand new book, A World Appears: A Journey into Consciousness (February 2026). Pollan — best known for The Omnivore's Dilemma and How to Change Your Mind — turns his attention to one of the deepest mysteries in science and philosophy: why does it feel like something to be us? He explores consciousness through neuroscience, philosophy, literature, psychedelics, and even plant biology, ultimately asking what our awareness of the world means for how we live in it. It's a mind-expanding read — accessible, provocative, and full of the kind of material that makes for a lively two-hour conversation. Thursday, May 21 at 6:30 PM at Stanistan - 8408 Hanbridge Lane. Attendance is limited to 8–12 people, so RSVP early. Please read the book before attending.