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Biographies & Memoirs

Explore the stories of remarkable lives in our Biographies & Memoirs section at Thryft. Discover firsthand accounts of influential figures and captivating memoirs that'll inspire and educate. Our collection is carefully curated to ensure you find the perfect narrative to delve into.

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Going Solo - Thryft
Quentin Blake, Roald Dahl

Going Solo

from RM23.17 MYR

This book is a must-read for anyone who appreciates captivating memoirs that are filled with adventure and excitement. Roald Dahl's "Going Solo" takes you on a journey through his experiences in Africa and his daring wartime exploits. Dahl's vivid storytelling brings his extraordinary life to life, making this book a page-turner from start to finish. Get ready to be enthralled by his tales of courage and adventure!

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John Milton - Thryft
Annabel Patterson

John Milton

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This book is a must-read for students studying English literature at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels. The anthology brings together the best of the most recent scholarship on John Milton's seminal works, covering all stages of his distinguished career. The introduction, headnotes, and appendix provide ample context for the essays contributed by prominent British and American critics representing a range of critical approaches such as new criticism, deconstruction, Marxist criticism and feminist criticism.

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Spycatcher : The Candid Autobiography of a Senior Intelligence Officer - Thryft
Paul Greengrass, Peter Wright

Spycatcher : The Candid Autobiography of a Senior Intelligence Officer

from RM14.03 MYR

From the earliest days of electronic surveillance to the height of the Cold War, Wright was at the center of the action in Mi5, Britain's counterespionage service.

from RM14.03 MYR

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Another Bloody Love Letter - Thryft
Anthony Loyd

Another Bloody Love Letter

from RM23.17 MYR

Critically acclaimed writer and award-winning foreign correspondent, Anthony Loyd is also an ex-heroin addict. ANOTHER BLOODY LOVE LETTER exposes the thrilling and brutal reality of life as a war journalist - from the climax of war in Kosovo to tracking ambush commanders in Sierra Leone, confronting the danger and confusion of northern Afghanistan at the start of the 'war on terror', and the harsh realities of life in Iraq during the second Gulf War. But it is also the very human story of a man fighting to beat a heroin addiction and coming to terms with the death of a friend and colleague murdered by the RUF in Sierra Leone, and the death of his mother from a terminal illness at home.ANOTHER BLOODY LOVE LETTER takes the reader into the mind of a man who has chased war and death for more than half his life, and must now find clarity. It is a moving and powerful memoir of love and friendship, betrayal and loss, war and faith.

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Conversations With Myself - Thryft
Nelson Mandela

Conversations With Myself

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Nelson Mandela is widely considered to be one of the most inspiring and iconic figures of our age. Now, after a lifetime of taking pen to paper to record thoughts and events, hardships and victories, he has bestowed his entire extant personal papers, which offer an unprecedented insight into his remarkable life.A singular international publishing event, Conversations with Myself draws on Mandela’s personal archive of never-before-seen materials to offer unique access to the private world of an incomparable world leader. Journals kept on the run during the anti-apartheid struggle of the early 1960s; diaries and draft letters written in Robben Island and other South African prisons during his twenty-seven years of incarceration; notebooks from the postapartheid transition; private recorded conversations; speeches and correspondence written during his presidency—a historic collection of documents archived at the Nelson Mandela Foundation is brought together into a sweeping narrative of great immediacy and stunning power. An intimate journey from Mandela’s first stirrings of political consciousness to his galvanizing role on the world stage, Conversations with Myself illuminates a heroic life forged on the front lines of the struggle for freedom and justice.While other books have recounted Mandela’s life from the vantage of the present, Conversations with Myself allows, for the first time, unhindered insight into the human side of the icon.

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The Forgotten Soldier - Thryft
Guy Sajer

The Forgotten Soldier

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"The Forgotten Soldier" offers a unique perspective on World War II from the point of view of a German soldier. Guy Sajer's firsthand account captures the harsh realities of war, from hunger and fatigue to violence and combat. The book offers a powerful reminder of the horrors of war and the toll it takes on soldiers. It is a good read for history enthusiasts, especially those interested in personal accounts of war.

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Years of Renewal - Thryft
Henry Kissinger

Years of Renewal

from RM47.53 MYR

A third and final volume in the best-selling memoirs of one of the century's most influential political thinkers begins with Nixon's resignation and discusses his "shuttle" diplomacy in the Mideast, offering clear-eyed portrayals of figures such as Mao and Brezhnev. 150,000 first printing. Tour.

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Hello Life! - Thryft
Marcus Butler

Hello Life!

from RM36.86 MYR

Hello Life! is an inspiring read for young people who want practical advice on relationships, self-care, and life goals. Marcus Butler uses his unique experiences to share his roadmap to success for anyone dealing with the daily pressures of modern living. With a mix of light-hearted banter and personal advice, this fully illustrated book is a must-have for fans of Marcus Butler.

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The Devil in the Kitchen : The Autobiography - Thryft
Marco Pierre White, James Steen

The Devil in the Kitchen : The Autobiography

from RM25.79 MYR

This autobiography is perfect for food enthusiasts willing to explore the coming of age of a culinary outlaw. Marco Pierre White lays bare the life of this bad boy of the kitchen, his intense training with the best chefs in the country, and his eventual success. The book is marked with sizzling prose that is sure to enthrall anyone who wishes to dive into the world of cooking with a rebel.

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Frankie : The Autobiography of Frankie Dettori - Thryft
Frankie Dettori

Frankie : The Autobiography of Frankie Dettori

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Personal History - Thryft
Katharine Graham

Personal History

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#1 NATIONAL BESTSELLER • PULTIZER PRIZE WINNER • The captivating inside story of the woman who helmed the Washington Post during one of the most turbulent periods in the history of American  the scandals of the Pentagon Papers and WatergateIn this widely acclaimed memoir ("Riveting, moving...a wonderful book" The New York Times Book Review), Katharine Graham tells her story—one that is extraordinary both for the events it encompasses and for the courage, candor, and dignity of its telling. Here is the awkward child who grew up amid material wealth and emotional isolation; the young bride who watched her brilliant, charismatic husband—a confidant to John F. Kennedy and Lyndon Johnson—plunge into the mental illness that would culminate in his suicide. And here is the widow who shook off her grief and insecurity to take on a president and a pressman’s union as she entered the profane boys’ club of the newspaper business. As timely now as ever, Personal History is an exemplary record of our history and of the woman who played such a shaping role within them, discovering her own strength and sense of self as she confronted—and mastered—the personal and professional crises of her fascinating life.

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Charles Dickens at Home - Thryft
Graham Salter, Hilary Macaskill, Florian Schweizer

Charles Dickens at Home

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This book delves into the life of Charles Dickens and the impact his homes had on his writing. It offers a unique perspective on the author and his works, making it a great read for fans of Dickens' literature. The book provides an in-depth look at the places where the author lived, and how they influenced the setting and characters of his novels. Dickens' attention to detail and acute observation are highlighted, providing readers with a thorough understanding of the author's life and work. The book is illustrated with archive material and original photography, making it a beautiful addition to any book lover's collection.

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Perfection - Thryft
Debbie Lee

Perfection

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Growing up in Singapore wasn't as easy as it seemed. It was competitive yet conservative at the same time. In this personal memoir, Debbie Lee recounts how she survived self-doubt, sexual abuse, depression, anxiety, suicide and the struggles she faced during recovery.Debbie shares how reverse psychology and being competitive can cause emotional damage to your child. How girls should treasure their body and sexuality. How she picked herself up from the mess she was in when she was sexually abused. How she was suddenly at the top of the world and her life was perfect. How she couldn't keep up with perfection and fell. How she struggled during the lowest point of her life when she was depressed and suicidal. How she tamed her demon.Perhaps by reading this book, you will find light in your darkness. Realize that it's not the end of the world. Or perhaps it might help you understand what depression is and how to help someone.

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Spycatcher : The Candid Autobiography of a Senior Intelligence Officer - Thryft
Paul Greengrass, Peter Wright

Spycatcher : The Candid Autobiography of a Senior Intelligence Officer

from RM28.72 MYR

From the earliest days of electronic surveillance to the height of the Cold War, Wright was at the center of the action in Mi5, Britain's counterespionage service.

from RM28.72 MYR

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Baby X : Britain's Child Abusers Brought to Justice - Thryft
Harry Keeble

Baby X : Britain's Child Abusers Brought to Justice

from RM20.34 MYR

"Baby X is a shocking and important read for anyone interested in understanding the reality of child protection in the UK. Keeble's unflinching account of his team's work alongside social workers is unforgettable, and his ability to rescue countless vulnerable children is awe-inspiring. Readers should be prepared for graphic descriptions of abuse, but will come away with a deep appreciation for the crucial work of child protection teams like Keeble's."

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Justin Bieber: First Step 2 Forever : My Story - Thryft
Justin Bieber

Justin Bieber: First Step 2 Forever : My Story

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His debut album has already gone platinum. His YouTube videos have received over 10 million hits. He's sung for the president of the United States. His screaming fans have stormed TV studios and shut down shopping malls. Justin Bieber is a global superstar and now, for the first time ever, he's going to tell all in his very own book. In this book, Justin tells the story of his amazing journey from small-town schoolboy to global superstar. Stunningly designed and jam packed full of exclusive unseen photos of Justin on and off stage, plus private captured moments, the awesome story of Justin's phenomenal rise to superstardom is a must-have for any true fan.

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A Cactus in the Desert - An Autobiography of Reverend Teresa Wairimu Kinyanjui - Thryft
Reinhard Bonnke, Rev. Teresia Wairimu Kinyanjui

A Cactus in the Desert - An Autobiography of Reverend Teresa Wairimu Kinyanjui

from RM18.55 MYR

"A Cactus in the Desert" is an inspiring read for those looking for stories of spiritual transformation and extraordinary encounters with God. Reverend Teresa Wairimu Kinyanjui's journey is a testament to the power of faith and the impact one person can have on the lives of many. With her compelling story, readers can expect to be moved and encouraged to believe in the impossible. Highly recommended for those looking to deepen their faith and understanding of God's power.

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Jeannie Out of the Bottle - Thryft
Barbara Eden, Wendy Leigh

Jeannie Out of the Bottle

from RM41.18 MYR

"Jeannie Out of the Bottle" is a must-read for anyone interested in Hollywood's golden era. In her candid and heartwarming memoir, Barbara Eden takes us on a journey through her five decades in the industry, sharing behind-the-scenes stories from her hit TV show "I Dream of Jeannie," and her personal life, including the loss of her son and difficult relationships. The book is also illustrated with rare photographs, making it a must-have for any fan of Eden's work.

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Going Solo - Thryft
Quentin Blake, Roald Dahl

Going Solo

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Going Solo is a captivating memoir of Roald Dahl's bravery and survival skills during his African and wartime experiences. It offers a unique perspective on his life that fans will appreciate and adventure-seekers will find inspiring.

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Blood and Sand - Thryft
Frank Gardner

Blood and Sand

from RM10.60 MYR

On 6 June 2004, Frank Gardner and cameraman Simon Cumbers were in a suburb of Riyadh, filming a report on Al-Qaeda when they were confronted by Islamist gunmen. Simon was killed outright. Frank was brought down by shots in the shoulder and leg. As he lay bleeding in the street, a figure stood over him and pumped four more bullets into him at point blank range… Against all the odds, Frank Gardner survived and this is his remarkable account of the agonizing journey he has taken - from being shot and left for dead to where he is today, partly paralysed but alive. It is a journey that really began 25 years earlier when a chance meeting with explorer Wilfred Thesiger inspired what would become a lifelong passion for the Arab world. This would take him throughout the Middle East and eventually lead to his becoming a BBC journalist. And, in the wake of the events of 9/11, this passion sent him on the journey that came to dominate - and nearly end - his his coverage of Al-Qaeda. Honest, moving and inspiring, his story - now updated for this paperback edition - reveals a deep understanding of the Islamic world and offers a compelling analysis of the on-going ‘War on Terror†and what it means in these uncertain times.

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Slave Girl - Thryft
Sarah Forsyth

Slave Girl

from RM27.85 MYR

From the age of three, the very people who were meant to be looking after and protecting Sarah Forsyth were sexually abusing her. Somehow she managed to overcome the hurt and heartbreak of a horrific childhood, and build a new and happy life for herself as a nursery nurse. Then, one day, Sarah spotted a newspaper advert for a job in a creche in Amsterdam. Thrilled by the prospect of a fresh start away from Newcastle and all the memories it held, she eagerly signed up. But within minutes of arriving in Amsterdam her life began to fall apart. There was no creche and no Sarah was a victim of sex-trafficking. Fed cocaine and cannabis, and forced at gunpoint to work as a prostitute in the red light district of Amsterdam, Sarah was turned from a young innocent English girl into a desperate and terrified crack whore. Riddled with fear about what her pimps would do to her if they caught her trying to run away, it took Sarah almost a year to find the strength to fight back and escape. But, unlike many of the girls that she was forced to live and work beside, she did get away. Sarah Forsyth is a survivor. This is her heartbreaking story.

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Goh Keng Swee : A Portrait - Thryft
Tan Siok Sun

Goh Keng Swee : A Portrait

from RM43.44 MYR

This book would be a good read for someone interested in gaining a deeper understanding of Dr. Goh Keng Swee, a key figure in Singapore's history. The book takes readers on a journey through his life, from his humble beginnings to his important role in shaping the destiny of Singapore. Through the personal anecdotes shared by the author, who happens to be his daughter-in-law, readers get a unique and insightful perspective on the man behind the statesman. It is a captivating account that offers valuable insights into Singapore's journey as a nation.

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Heaven and Earth: When Heaven and Earth Changed Places - Thryft
with Jay Wurts Le Ly Hayslip, Jay Wurts

Heaven and Earth: When Heaven and Earth Changed Places

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"When Heaven and Earth Changed Places" is a powerful memoir that takes the reader through the trauma and horror of war seen through the eyes of a young girl. Le Ly Hayslip's story of survival and struggle is both haunting and inspiring. The unique perspective of a child gives the book a distinctive and memorable quality. It is a good read for those interested in history and war as well as those who appreciate a strong, resilient protagonist.

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Behind Closed Doors - Thryft
Jenny Tomlin

Behind Closed Doors

from RM14.19 MYR

"Behind Closed Doors" is a harrowing yet inspiring memoir of endurance and resilience in the face of familial abuse. Readers who are interested in accounts of overcoming trauma and gaining independence will find this memoir to be a touching and heartfelt narrative that showcases the strength of familial relationships and the power of self-belief in the face of hardship.

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Stalin's Children : Three Generations of Love and War - Thryft
Owen Matthews

Stalin's Children : Three Generations of Love and War

from RM23.00 MYR

On a midsummer day in 1937, Boris Bibikov kissed his two daughters goodbye and disappeared. One of those girls, Lyudmila, was to fall in love with a tall young foreigner in Moscow at the height of the Cold War and embark on a dangerous and passionate affair. Decades later, a reporter in nineties Moscow, her son Owen Matthews pieces together his grandfather's passage through the harrowing world of Stalin's purges, and tells the story of his parents' Cold War love affair through their heartbreaking letters and memories. Stalin's Children is a raw, vivid memoir about a young man's struggle to understand his parents' lives and the history of the strange country in which they lived.

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The Maddie Diaries - A Memoir - Thryft
Maddie Ziegler

The Maddie Diaries - A Memoir

from RM14.19 MYR

This is a perfect read for fans of Maddie Ziegler, as she shares her journey to stardom and the lessons she learned along the way. The book offers a unique perspective on making your way in the world as a young teenager, and inspires the reader to follow their dreams with hard work and determination.

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And When Did You Last See Your Father? - Thryft
Blake Morrison

And When Did You Last See Your Father?

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This book is a poignant and insightful exploration of the complex relationship between a father and son, as well as the process of grieving and coming to terms with loss. Morrison's writing is raw and honest, and readers will be moved by his candid reflections on family dynamics. This book is a must-read for anyone who has experienced the loss of a loved one, or who wants to better understand the nuances of parent-child relationships.

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Arthur Conan Doyle (3 Books in 1) - Thryft
Arthur Conan Doyle

Arthur Conan Doyle (3 Books in 1)

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This book, which includes "A Study in Scarlet," "The Sign of Four," and "The Adventure of Sherlock Holmes," is a must-read for fans of classic mystery and detective fiction. Arthur Conan Doyle's writing style is concise yet descriptive, immersing the reader in the world of the famous detective Sherlock Holmes. Readers will appreciate the well-plotted and intriguing mysteries, as well as the chemistry between the characters of Holmes and Watson.

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Teacher Education and the Cultural Imagination : Autobiography, Conversation, and Narrative - Thryft
Susan Florio-Ruane, Julie deTar

Teacher Education and the Cultural Imagination : Autobiography, Conversation, and Narrative

from RM60.16 MYR

This book would be a good read for educators who are interested in incorporating a more diverse and inclusive perspective into their teaching. Susan Florio-Ruane's personal narrative and analysis provides a unique and insightful look into how conversations about ethnic literature can shape teachers' understanding of culture, literacy, and education. Through this exploration of autobiographies and conversation, Florio-Ruane encourages teachers to participate in the transformation of the teaching profession by becoming more culturally aware.

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Book of Courage - Thryft
Sue Patton Thoele

Book of Courage

from RM23.17 MYR

This book is an empowering guide for women, helping them tap into their inner strength and wisdom. With practical tools and inspiring stories, Sue Patton Thoele shows you how to set boundaries, change self-defeating behaviors, and cultivate passion for yourself and others. Whether you want to create peace of mind, tame your dragons, or make your own choices, this book will give you the courage to embrace personal growth and transform your life. It's a must-read for any woman seeking empowerment and self-discovery.

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On The Edge : My Story - Thryft
Richard Hammond

On The Edge : My Story

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Gripping account by Richard Hammond of life before and after his terrifying high-speed car crash.Richard Hammond is one of our most in-demand and best-loved television presenters. In September 2006, he suffered a serious brain injury following a high-speed car crash. ON THE EDGE is his compelling account of life before and after the accident and an honest description of his recovery, full of drama and incident. An adrenalin junkie long before his association with Top Gear, Richard tells the story of his life, from the small boy showing off with ridiculous stunts on his bicycle to the adolescent with a near-obsessive attraction to speed and the smell of petrol.After a series of jobs in local radio, he graduated to television and eventually to Top Gear. His insights into the personalities, the camaraderie and the stunts for which Top Gear has become famous, make compulsive reading. It was whilst filming for Top Gear that Richard was involved in a high speed crash, driving a jet-powered dragster. His wife Mindy tells the story of the anxious hours and days of watching and waiting until he finally emerged from his coma. In an extraordinarily powerful piece of writing, she and Richard then piece together the stages of his recovery as his shattered mind slowly reformed. The final chapter recounts his return home and his triumphant reappearance in front of the cameras.

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Prisoner of the State : The Secret Journal of Premier Zhao Ziyang - Thryft
Zhao Ziyang, Renee Chiang, Bao Pu

Prisoner of the State : The Secret Journal of Premier Zhao Ziyang

from RM36.76 MYR

If you're engrossed by political histories and first-hand accounts of pivotal events, "Prisoner of the State" could speak volumes to you. Zhao Ziyang's secret journal offers a rare glimpse into the otherwise opaque world of Chinese politics, particularly surrounding the Tiananmen Square event. It's a window into the thoughts of a reformist leader and is bound to stir a mix of curiosity, empathy, and possibly outrage as you flip through the pages of recent history as experienced by someone on the inside.

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Goh Keng Swee: A Public Career Remembered - Thryft
Barry Desker, Chong Guan Kwa

Goh Keng Swee: A Public Career Remembered

from RM71.42 MYR

Dr Goh Keng Swee was Singapore's first Minister for Finance from 1959 to 1965 who initiated Singapore's first industrial estate now known as Jurong Town. He was also the first and longest serving Defence Minister after Singapore became independent in 1965, responsible for building up the Singapore Armed Forces from scratch. Later he became Minister for Education in 1981 and revamped the education system to what it is today. Dr Goh was also concurrently Deputy Prime Minister from 1973 to 1984 during which time he set up the Monetary Authority of Singapore.While Dr Goh's public career and achievements are well documented in press reports and archival records as well as in photographs and speeches, what is missing is an insight and exposition of Dr Goh as an individual in his various roles. Goh Keng Swee: A Public Career Remembered seeks to provide this missing dimension of Dr Goh as a person to work for. Thirty-eight persons who had the opportunity of closely observing or working with Dr Goh have contributed their reflections and recollections of Dr Goh as a person, colleague and “boss”, to this book. They have given candid and personal pen portraits of an unusual leader and minister, revealing a glimpse of the working habits of Dr Goh not known to most people.Drawn from oral histories and recent interviews, these reminiscences have been chronologically arranged, from those who recalled what it was like to work alongside Dr Goh on the Malayan Forum in London in the early 1950s, through his various ministerial positions, to travelling with Dr Goh after he “retired” from politics in 1984. What emerges from these anecdotes of Dr Goh is that he could be an extremely demanding “boss”, who could also be very supportive of his subordinates. They show him to be a person with a very inquisitive and creative mind capable of making great leaps of lateral thinking, able to connect disparate ideas and data to propose new and innovative solutions to intractable policy problems. He was truly a Singaporean for all seasons.

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alibaba : The Inside Story Behind Jack Ma and the Creation of the World's Biggest Online Marketplace - Thryft
Liu Shiying, Martha Avery

alibaba : The Inside Story Behind Jack Ma and the Creation of the World's Biggest Online Marketplace

from RM37.72 MYR

The first in-depth look at the multibillion-dollar company Alibaba.com—known to many as "China's eBay"—and the inspirational story behind the man who created it. A bestseller in China and now translated into English and updated with recent events, Alibaba by Liu Shiying and Martha Avery tells the remarkable story behind the Internet phenomenon Alibaba.com and its founder Jack Ma, a man Barron 's named one of the World's Top 30 CEOs in 2008. Ma's rise to prominence presents a riveting Despite growing up in China during the Cultural Revolution—in a period of total state control of the economy—he developed the keen entrepreneurial instincts that propelled him to billionaire status and enabled him to build a company outside the usual government channels. These instincts and habits incorporated martial arts training and allowed him to recognize, early on, that the Internet could leverage his company to rapid growth and also transform the way business is done around the world. Alibaba.com, where businesses can buy and sell everything from air beds to zippers, started with a modest initial investment of $60,000 and has grown exponentially since its founding in 1999 to become the world's biggest business-to-business Web site. In 2007 it became the second largest IPO in history (after Google), and Fast Company has named it one of the world's most innovative companies. As a result, smart investors and technology insiders will be keeping a close eye on Alibaba for years to come. Whether you're seeking to understand China's meteoric rise, or just searching for the next Google, Yahoo!, or Amazon, Alibaba is crucial reading.

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Don't Ever Tell : Kathy's Story: A True Tale of a Childhood Destroyed by Neglect and Fear - Thryft
Kathy O'Beirne

Don't Ever Tell : Kathy's Story: A True Tale of a Childhood Destroyed by Neglect and Fear

from RM6.08 MYR

The shocking story of the abused girl who would grow up to lead the fight for justice for Magdalen girls in Ireland I feel my story had to be told. So much evil was done there was a voice inside me shouting, "Justice." With no one to confide in, Kathy suffered in silence as she was battered by her father and molested by local boys. At the age of eight, she was torn from her family and incarcerated in a series of Catholic homes. When she was sent to a psychiatric unit, she suffered terrifying electric-shock therapy and further cruelty at the hands of her supposed carers. After ending up in a Magdalen laundry, she fell victim to sexual abuse and gave birth to baby Annie just weeks before her 14th birthday. This is Kathy's harrowing account of her ruined childhood and of her subsequent fight for justice.

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The Loyal Lieutenant - Leading Out Lance, Pushing Through The Pain On The Rocky Road To Paris - Thryft
George Hincapie

The Loyal Lieutenant - Leading Out Lance, Pushing Through The Pain On The Rocky Road To Paris

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The Loyal Lieutenant is a must-read for cycling enthusiasts and sports fans alike. George Hincapie's insider account of his time as Lance Armstrong's teammate provides a unique perspective on the Tour de France victories that have been shrouded in controversy. Hincapie's candid storytelling and firsthand experiences make this book a captivating and revealing read.

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Christian Men Of Science - Eleven Men Who Changed The World - Thryft
George Mulfinger, Julia Mulfinger Orozco, Henry M. Morris

Christian Men Of Science - Eleven Men Who Changed The World

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In this day of the atheistic or agnostic stereotype that is attached to the man of science, it is refreshing to study the lives of eleven great scientists who professed Christ as their Lord and Savior and used what they learned to benefit others and glorify God. In the short biographies in Christian Men of Science , we are presented with a distilled version of each man’s scientific accomplishments and the evidences of his Christian faith. These testimonies demonstrate that true scientists can be genuine Christians, and that faith in God and the authority of the Bible is not a sign of inferior intellect. Christian Men of Science includes biographies of Johannes Kepler, Robert Boyle, David Brewster, Michael Faraday, Samuel Morse, Matthew Fontaine Maury, James Clerk Maxwell, Lord Kelvin, Howard Kelley, Henry Morris, and Walt Brown.

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God's Callgirl - Thryft
Carla van Raay

God's Callgirl

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Traumatised by a terrible event in her childhood, Carla van Raay entered a convent at the age of eighteen. Expecting to find understanding and inner peace amongst her fellow nuns, she instead became trapped in a web of cruel regulations that drove her to the brink of insanity. Finally released from her vows, she escaped back into the outside world even more damaged than she had been before.A hasty marriage and separation left Carla with a daughter to support. With few professional skills to rely on from her years as a nun, she turned to another age-old profession - prostitution. She worked as an escort to learn the ropes, then struck out on her own, setting up a massage service. God's Callgirl was born. At first she relished her new-found sexuality, but when eventually the darker side of the business began to assert itself, Carla was forced to confront the dark secrets of her past.

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So Where's My Happy Ever After? - Thryft
Joy Aimee

So Where's My Happy Ever After?

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Happiness isn't only found on mountain tops. Sometimes it's found in a back garden in Sydney, at the edge of a volcano in Hawaii, in a featureless hotel room in New Zealand, in the eloquent words of a poem, in the arms of a loving man ... or in the silence when we come home to ourselves. When a magical new life beckons with its enticing promise of a lover she calls "The Man with the Playful Heart", author Joy Aimee begins a quest to find the happiness that has always eluded her. It is a journey that takes her to foreign countries, new relationships and to those deep places within her own heart and soul that she has long denied. Set over the past seven years, So Where's My Happy Ever After? is Joy Aimee's very personal account of her own journey to authenticity.

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Bravo Two-Zero - Thryft
Andy McNab

Bravo Two-Zero

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This is McNab's account of the mission - a chronicle of courage, endurance and dark humour in the face of extreme cold, enemy attack, capture, and torture of a savagery and relentlessness for which not even their intensive SAS training had prepared them.

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The Devil That Danced on the Water : A Daughter's Memoir - Thryft
Aminatta Forna

The Devil That Danced on the Water : A Daughter's Memoir

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This book is a recommended read for those interested in learning about the political climate of post-independence Africa, and the impact it had on families. Aminatta Forna's personal account of her family's experience, and her tireless search for the truth surrounding her father's imprisonment, makes for a compelling and emotional read. The book also sheds light on the corruption and dictatorships that characterized many African governments during this time period.

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The Third Man : Life At The Heart Of New Labour - Thryft
Peter Mandelson

The Third Man : Life At The Heart Of New Labour

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The revelatory memoir of one of New Labor’s three founding architects is devoted to the "soap opera" years of Labour government and the breakdown of relationships between Mandelson, Tony Blair, and Gordon Brown Drawing heavily on detailed diary notes he took during the events that shaped the British government for more than 25 years. Peter Mandelson tells his story of a life played out in the back rooms and on the front lines of the Labour Party during its unprecedented three terms in government in this mixture of autobiography, personal reflection, and political history. He began writing the book while serving as European Commissioner and completed it since leaving office in May 2010. His revelations include that the relationship between Tony Blair and Gordon Brown became so hostile that Blair described his chancellor as "mad, bad, dangerous, and beyond redemption" and likened Brown's behaviour to that of a "mafioso" in his dealings with him. Much has been written about Mandelson as the person at the heart of the New Labour project, but here is the unvarnished truth from the man himself.

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The King of Oil : The Secret Lives of Marc Rich - Thryft
Daniel Ammann

The King of Oil : The Secret Lives of Marc Rich

from RM34.86 MYR

Billionaire oil trader Marc Rich for the first time talks at length about his private life (including his expensive divorce from wife Denise); his invention of the spot oil market, which made his fortune and changed the world economy; his lucrative and unpublicized dealings with Ayatollah Khomeini's Iran, Fidel Castro's Cuba, war-ravaged Angola, and apartheid South Africa; his quiet cooperation with the Israeli and U.S. governments (even after he was indicted for tax fraud by Rudy Guiliani) and near-comical attempts by U.S. officials to kidnap him illegally.This sure-to-make-headlines book from Daniel Ammann is the first no-holds-barred biography of Rich, who was famously pardoned by Bill Clinton, and resurfaced in the news during the confirmation hearings of Attorney General Eric Holder. The King of Oil sheds stunning new light on one of the most controversial international businessmen of all time, charting Rich's rise from the Holocaust, which he fled as a young boy, to become the wealthiest and most powerful oil and commodities trader of the century. From his earliest trading days to the present, Marc Rich's story is astonishing and compelling.

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A Nyonya in Texas: Insights of a Straits Chinese Woman in the Lone Star State - Thryft
Lee Su Kim

A Nyonya in Texas: Insights of a Straits Chinese Woman in the Lone Star State

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In 1996, Lee Su Kim, a Nyonya (ie. of Straits Chinese parentage), relocated to Texas in the US where she pursued a doctoral degree. With a young family in tow, she was doctoral student of English, wife, mother - and an alien. In this book, she describes the culture shock of moving into a country vastly different from her native country, Malaysia. She recounts some of the mystifying, amusing, reassuring or alarming experiences that she had in her new environment. The reader will laugh, though sometimes wryly!

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Awkward and Definition : The High School Comic Chronicles of Ariel Schrag - Thryft
Ariel Schrag

Awkward and Definition : The High School Comic Chronicles of Ariel Schrag

from RM28.08 MYR

Ariel Schrag captures the American high school experience in all its awkward, questioning glory in Awkward and Definition, the first of three amazingly honest autobiographical graphic novels about her teenage years.During the summer following each year at Berkeley High School in California, Ariel wrote a comic book about her experiences, which she would then photocopy and sell around school. Some friends thrilled to see themselves in the comic, others not so much, but everyone was interested.Awkward chronicles Ariel's freshman year, and Definition, her sophomore year. With anxiety in excess and frustration to the fullest, Ariel dives in -- meeting new people, going to concerts, crushing out, loving chemistry, drawing comics, and obsessing over everything from glitter-laden girls to ionic charges and the constant pursuit of the number-one score.Totally true and achingly honest, with every cringe-inducing encounter and exhilarating first moment documented -- Awkward and Definition is an unflinching look at what it's like being a teenage girl in America.

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Impatient Optimist : Bill Gates in His Own Words - Thryft
Lisa Rogak

Impatient Optimist : Bill Gates in His Own Words

from RM24.36 MYR

Bill Gates, the founder and former CEO of Microsoft, has been a revered, and occasionally controversial, worldwide business icon for more than three decades.Recognized by most as an ingenious visionary, and painted by some as a tyrannical, less-than-scrupulous empire builder, Gates has had an unignorable impact on the growth of digital technology in daily life over the past 30 years. Even his sharpest critics have to acknowledge the Gates helped spearhead one of the greatest revolutions in modern history by seizing on the importance of software to the rise of the personal computer, along the way turning an arcane, specialized technology into a commonplace tool for the office and home.Gates has long been ranked as one of the world’s wealthiest men--which gave him a name recognition far greater than that of most CEOs--and businesspeople of all stripes have looked to him as a role model, using his words and business strategies to help create, inspire, and grow their own companies. After he stopped running Microsoft's day-to-day operations in 2008 to devote himself full-time to the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, a kinder, gentler Gates began to emerge. As a result, people actively involved in the philanthropic world, whether in professional, part-time, or personal capacities, began to develop a new appreciation for the man.Bill Gates’s second act is no less compelling than his first. And whether you’re interested in his personal life or looking for inspiration to drive you forward in your own business endeavors, Impatient Bill Gates in His Own Words has much to offer. As the tech giants who distinguished the turn of the 21st century shape public life in ways that outstrip the efforts of the previous century's titans of industry, we look to figures like Gates for inspiration as one of America's greatest business icons. This book will surely feed the world's curiosity about one of the most important leaders of the digital age.

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Tristimania - A Diary Of Manic Depression - Thryft
Jay Griffiths

Tristimania - A Diary Of Manic Depression

from RM32.67 MYR

Tristimania could be a good read for those interested in exploring the depths of the human mind. Jay Griffiths gives us an incredibly personal and intimate glimpse into her year-long battle with manic depression, describing with vivid detail the highs and lows of the condition. She also highlights the profound link between art and madness, making Tristimania a must-read for anyone interested in the creative process.

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Mochtar Riady : My Life Story - Thryft
Mochtar Riady

Mochtar Riady : My Life Story

from RM36.49 MYR

Track the exponential rise of one of the world's most successful businessmen Mochtar My Life Story provides an unprecedented look at the life of one of Southeast Asia's most respected business titans. Internationally recognised for his professional achievements and passion for philanthropy, Dr. Riady serves as a stunning example of how personal philosophy merges with business acumen to create extraordinary success. From revitalising Bank Central Asia and founding the globally-successful Lippo Group, to founding the Mochtar Riady Institute for Nanotechnology and the Pelita Harapan University, Dr. Riady has done it all. He has his hands in finance, property, infrastructure, telecommunications, retail, e-commerce, biomedical research and all aspects of business; he has written about his experiences building a diversified business conglomerate, but never before has he told the whole story. This book details the making of the man. His successes are well-known around the globe, but the essential common factors between them all are Dr. Riady's personal philosophy and intrinsic motivations. To learn from him, you must know him ― and this book puts you front and centre for the most critical parts of his life. As other banks crumbled, Lippo Bank flourished with Dr. Riady at the helm. He started the Lippo Group as a financial services organisation, and ended up founding a township consisting of commercial and residential districts, a university and a hospital. Dr. Riady thinks big – that much is clear – but how is he able to turn such far-reaching goals into reality with what looks like relative ease? Mochtar My Life Story invites you inside the mind of a titan to learn how success is made.

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Twopence to Cross the Mersey - Thryft
Helen Forrester

Twopence to Cross the Mersey

from RM13.96 MYR

When Helen Forrster's father went bankrupt in 1930 she and her six siblings were forced from comfortable middle-class life in southern England to utmost poverty in the Depression-ridden North. Her parents more or less collapsed under the strain, father spending hours in search of non-existent work, or in the dole queue, mother on the verge of a breakdown and striving to find and keep part-time jobs. The running of the household, in slum surroundings and with little food, the care of the younger children, all fell on twelve-year-old Helen. Unable to attend school, Helen's fear that she was to be trapped forever as drudge and housekeeper caused her to despair at times. But she was determined to have a chance and struggled, despite her parents, to gain an education.

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Play It Again : An Amateur Against The Impossible - Thryft
Alan Rusbridger

Play It Again : An Amateur Against The Impossible

from RM27.82 MYR

Despite the daunting challenge of learning a complex piano piece in a year, Alan Rusbridger, the editor of The Guardian, takes readers on a remarkable journey of personal growth and perseverance. Along the way, he provides fascinating insights from pianists, theorists, and neuroscientists. The book's unique feature is its ability to tie a seemingly personal challenge to world events like the Arab Spring and Wikileaks, making this a great read for anyone interested in music, politics, or both.

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