Dive into the literary world of Adam Savage, Special Effects Designer.

Adam Savage is best known as the co-host of the popular science entertainment television show, "MythBusters," where he applied scientific methods to test the validity of rumors, myths, movie scenes, adages, Internet videos, and news stories. Born in 1967 in New York, Savage has had a varied career, including stints as a graphic designer, carpenter, projectionist, and animator. His expertise in model-making and special effects showcased on "MythBusters" made him a beloved figure among science and engineering enthusiasts. Beyond television, Savage is an active educator and speaker, promoting science education and creativity through public discourse and at events like Maker Faire.

I have always been a voracious reader. I read for at least an hour every night. I read technical, nonfiction, fiction, the New Yorker. I love reading.❞ — Adam Savage

Adam Savage is a self-professed lifelong learner whose curiosity extends to a vast array of subjects, reflected in his reading habits. He frequently shares books and authors that have influenced him, spanning topics from science fiction to engineering and philosophy. His love for reading fuels his endless quest for knowledge and his enthusiasm for sharing what he learns with others. Savage’s approachable communication style and his advocacy for hands-on learning resonate in his personal and professional life, advocating for the importance of curiosity, experimentation, and the joy of discovery.

Adam Savage's Favorite Books

Last Updated: July 2024

Look Inside: Cutaway Illustrations and Visual Storytelling

Velasco's book showcases stunning cutaway illustrations and explores the techniques and stories behind the creation of detailed visual representations of complex subjects.

Star Wars Art: Ralph McQuarrie

This collection celebrates the iconic artwork of Ralph McQuarrie, whose visionary designs and illustrations played a pivotal role in shaping the Star Wars universe.

The Left Hand of Darkness

Le Guin's groundbreaking science fiction novel explores themes of gender and politics on the planet Gethen, where the inhabitants can change their sex, through the eyes of a human envoy sent to negotiate an alliance.

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Girl in Landscape

Lethem's coming-of-age science fiction novel follows young Pella Marsh as she and her family relocate to a distant planet, grappling with loss, alien landscapes, and the complexities of growing up in a new world.

Heretics of Dune

The fifth book in the Dune series follows the rise of the Bene Gesserit after the fall of the God Emperor, as they navigate political intrigue and face new threats to maintain control over the empire.

Seveneves: A Novel

Stephenson's science fiction epic begins with the moon exploding and mankind facing extinction, detailing humanity's desperate efforts to ensure survival by sending an ark of survivors into space, leading to unforeseen consequences thousands of years later.
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Back to the Future: The Ultimate Visual History

Klastorin and Atamaniuk present an exhaustive visual chronicle of the Back to the Future trilogy, including rare photos, production notes, and interviews with the filmmakers.

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Neuromancer

Gibson's seminal cyberpunk novel follows washed-up computer hacker Case as he is hired by a mysterious employer to pull off the ultimate hack, diving into a gritty future world dominated by AI, cybernetics, and virtual reality.

The Goldfinch: A Novel

Tartt's Pulitzer Prize-winning novel follows the life of Theo Decker, whose world is turned upside down by a terrorist attack at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, leading him on a journey of grief, crime, and redemption centered around a priceless painting.

Dune Messiah

The second book in the Dune series, it continues the story of Paul Atreides as he grapples with the consequences of his ascendancy to emperor and the burdens of prescience.

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The Dark Forest

The second book in the Remembrance of Earth's Past trilogy, it explores humanity's efforts to prepare for the impending arrival of the Trisolarans, delving into themes of cosmic sociology and the dark forest theory.

The Electric State

Stålenhag's illustrated novel combines stunning artwork and a haunting narrative to depict a dystopian America where a teenage girl and her robot travel across a desolate landscape filled with remnants of a high-tech war.
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