This book was written by Matt Richard and Trinh Xuan Thuan.
Yes, a Buddhist monk who is also a molecular biologist, conversing with an astrophysicist.  They share many great philosophical conversations.
Do you like living like a monk? I practice Buddhism and live like a monk, very simple life with minimalism.
I am not a monk, but am learning about Buddhism.  This book was a good introduction to some of the similarities between Buddhism and science.  How long have you been a monk?
I am not a monk. I live like a monk. I am interested in Buddhism. I do not own a lot of things. 
Yes, I have experimented with minimalism in the past.  Can you recommend any good books about Buddhism?
I recommend you to read the book of The Buddha and His Teachings.
Ok, who is the author?  
It was edited by Samuel Bercholz and Sherab Chodzin Kohn.
Thank you, I will check it out.  What about science or cosmology books, have you read any lately?