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Adrian Besley

BTS : Icons of K-Pop

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Seven good-looking boys—Jin, Suga, J-Hope, RM, Jimin, V and Jungkook—who can dance as well as they can sing, are tearing up the global music charts. Nothing new? Think again. BTS, who rose to fame in their native South Korea in 2013 and who sing almost entirely in Korean, are now an international sensation. Over the last three years, K-pop has steadily garnered a huge following among social-media-savvy teen girls. And with their clean-cut good looks, fabulously choreographed and perfectly executed dance moves, and catchy blend of pop, soft hip hop and r&b, BTS are leading the advance. They were recently profiled in US Vogue, the first K-pop band to be granted such an honor; they won the 2017 Billboard Music Award for Top Social Artist, beating Justin Bieber, Ariana Grande and Selena Gomez; they were listed by Forbes as the most retweeted artist on Twitter in March 2016, and their fanbase has ballooned since then; they were named in Time magazine's "Top 25 Most Influential People on the Internet 2017;" and they've recently embarked on a sold-out tour across the globe. Extensively researched, and written in an upbeat and accessible style, this book interweaves the success stories of each of the boys with how the band got together, while documenting their amazing rise to fame in Southeast Asia, and then the world.

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Dan Harris

10% Happier : How I Tamed the Voice in My Head, Reduced Stress Without Losing My Edge, and Found Self-Help That Actually Works--A True Story

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After having a nationally televised panic attack, Dan Harris knew he had to make some changes. A lifelong nonbeliever, he found himself on a bizarre adventure involving a disgraced pastor, a mysterious self-help guru, and a gaggle of brain scientists. Eventually, Harris realized that the source of his problems was the very thing he always thought was his greatest asset: the incessant, insatiable voice in his head, which had propelled him through the ranks of a hypercompetitive business, but had also led him to make the profoundly stupid decisions that provoked his on-air freak-out.Eventually Harris stumbled upon an effective way to rein in that voice, something he always assumed to be either impossible or useless: meditation, a tool that research suggests can do everything from lower your blood pressure to essentially rewire your brain. "10% Happier" takes readers on a ride from the outer reaches of neuroscience to the inner sanctum of network news to the bizarre fringes of America's spiritual scene, and leaves them with a takeaway that could actually change their lives.

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Michael Lewis

The Blind Side : Evolution of a Game

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The Blind Side is an inspiring and heartwarming true story of a young boy who overcomes incredible odds to become a successful athlete. It highlights the importance of family, love, and education in shaping one's future. The book is a must-read for those interested in football, underdog stories, and personal growth.

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Jack Welch, Suzy Welch

Winning : The Ultimate Business How-To Book

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A champion manager of people, Jack Welch shares the hard-earned wisdom of a storied career in what will become the ultimate business bible With Winning, Jack Welch delivers a wide-ranging, in-depth, no-holds-barred management guidebook about the tough strategic, organizational, and personal challenges that face people at every stage of their careers. Loaded with candid personal anecdotes, hard-hitting advice, and invaluable dos and don’ts, Jack explains his theory of business, by laying out the four most important principles that form the foundation of his success. Chapters How to Get Promoted, How to Think about Strategy, How to Write a Budget that Works, How to Work for a Jerk, How Find Work-Life Balance and How Start Something New. Enlivened by quotes from business leaders that Welch interviewed especially for the book, it’s a tour de force that reflects Welch’s mastery of execution, excellence and leadership.

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Edward Snowden

Permanent Record

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This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the intersection of technology, privacy, and government power. Edward Snowden's firsthand account of his role in building the mass surveillance system and his decision to expose it is both gripping and thought-provoking. His unflinching candor and passionate writing style make Permanent Record a crucial memoir that will make you question the limits of personal privacy in the digital age. Prepare to have your eyes opened and your perception of government surveillance forever altered by this extraordinary story.

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Frank W. Abagnale

Catch Me if You Can

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Catch Me if You Can is a thrilling read for fans of true crime stories. Abagnale's ability to convincingly impersonate a variety of professions is a unique and fascinating aspect of his story. Readers will be kept on the edge of their seat as they follow Abagnale's daring escapades and enjoy his charming wit.

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Rashmi Bansal

Stay Hungry Stay Foolish

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This book is a powerful collection of inspiring stories of 25 individuals who dared to follow their dreams and became successful entrepreneurs. Through their diverse experiences and industries, they show how it is possible to achieve fulfillment and success by staying hungry for more and foolish enough to believe in oneself. A must-read for young graduates looking to break free from societal expectations and pursue their passions.

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Scott McEwen, Jim DeFelice, Chris Kyle

American Sniper : The Autobiography of the Most Lethal Sniper in U.S. Military History

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"American Sniper" is a gripping autobiography that provides readers with an inside look at the life of a Navy SEAL. The book details Chris Kyle's battlefield experiences and gives readers a glimpse into the life of a soldier that few ever get to see. Kyle's story is an inspiring testament to human resilience, as he fights through challenges and hardships both on and off the battlefield. His story will appeal to anyone interested in biographical accounts of soldiers who have served in the U.S. military.

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Lena Dunham

Not That Kind of Girl : A Young Woman Tells You What She's "Learned"

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Not That Kind of Girl could be an excellent read for young women who may relate to Dunham's trials and tribulations. Dunham's take on sex, relationships, and struggles with mental health is raw, relatable, and honest. Her essays are easily digestible yet whip-smart, and her unique perspective will have you laughing, crying, and nodding your head in agreement in equal measure.

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Tony Fernandes

Flying High : My Story: From AirAsia to QPR

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Flying High is a great read for those interested in entrepreneurship, leadership and aviation industry. Tony shares his success story and highlights how he transformed AirAsia into Asia's first budget airline and founded his own formula one team. He writes candidly about his journey- from his childhood dreams of becoming a pilot to facing challenges while setting up AirAsia. Readers would be inspired by his risk-taking ability, innovative thinking and perseverance which helped him achieve his goals against all odds.

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Corrie ten Boom, Lonnie Hull Dupont, John Sherrill

The Hiding Place

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Bestselling, Timeless Book Now Abridged for Young Readers Corrie ten Boom was loved the world over for her heroism and remarkable faith. The first of her bestselling books, "The Hiding Place," tells the riveting true story of how her gentle Dutch family risked their lives during World War II to help Jews escape the Nazis. She and many of her family members were arrested and sent to concentration camps. But this middle-aged watchmaker survived, and spent the rest of her life spreading the truth that no matter how deep the pit, God's love is deeper still.This timeless message now reaches a new generation in this special edition, which has been crafted especially for ages nine through twelve. Young readers will learn that every experience we face is the perfect preparation for the future only God can see.

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Daniel Coyle, Tyler Hamilton

The Secret Race : Inside the Hidden World of the Tour de France: Doping, Cover-ups, and Winning at All Costs

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The Secret Race is a definitive look at the world of professional cycling—and the doping issue surrounding this sport and its most iconic rider, Lance Armstrong—by former Olympic gold medalist Tyler Hamilton and New York Times bestselling author Daniel Coyle. Over the course of two years, Coyle conducted more than two hundred hours of interviews with Hamilton and spoke candidly with numerous teammates, rivals, and friends. The result is an explosive book that takes us, for the first time, deep inside a shadowy, fascinating, and surreal world of unscrupulous doctors, anything-goes team directors, and athletes so relentlessly driven to succeed that they would do anything—and take any risk, physical, mental, or moral—to gain the edge they need to win. Tyler Hamilton was once one of the world’s best-liked and top-ranked cyclists—a fierce competitor renowned among his peers for his uncanny endurance and epic tolerance for pain. In the 2003 Tour de France, he finished fourth despite breaking his collarbone in the early stages—and grinding eleven of his teeth down to the nerves along the way. He started his career with the U.S. Postal Service team in the 1990s and quickly rose to become Lance Armstrong’s most trusted lieutenant, and a member of his inner circle. For the first three of Armstrong’s record seven Tour de France victories, Hamilton was by Armstrong’s side, clearing his way. But just weeks after Hamilton reached his own personal pinnacle—winning the gold medal at the 2004 Olympics—his career came to a sudden, ignominious end: He was found guilty of doping and exiled from the sport. From the exhilaration of his early, naïve days in the peloton, Hamilton chronicles his ascent to the uppermost reaches of this unforgiving sport. In the mid-1990s, the advent of a powerful new blood-boosting drug called EPO reshaped the world of cycling, and a relentless, win-at-any-cost ethos took root. Its psychological toll would drive many of the sport’s top performers to substance abuse, depression, even suicide. For the first time ever, Hamilton recounts his own battle with clinical depression, speaks frankly about the agonizing choices that go along with the decision to compete at a world-class level, and tells the story of his complicated relationship with Lance Armstrong. A journey into the heart of a never-before-seen world, The Secret Race is a riveting, courageous act of witness from a man who is as determined to reveal the hard truth about his sport as he once was to win the Tour de France.

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Hope Jahren

Lab Girl

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National BestsellerWinner of the National Book Critics Circle Award for Autobiography A New York Times Notable BookWinner of the American Association for the Advancement of Science/Subaru Science Books & Film Prize for Excellence in Science BooksFinalist for the PEN/E.O. Wilson Literary Science Writing AwardOne of the Best Books of the Year: The Washington Post, TIME.com, NPR, Slate, Entertainment Weekly, Newsday, Minneapolis Star Tribune, Kirkus ReviewsGeobiologist Hope Jahren has spent her life studying trees, flowers, seeds, and soil. Lab Girl is her revelatory treatise on plant life--but it is also a celebration of the lifelong curiosity, humility, and passion that drive every scientist. In these pages, Hope takes us back to her Minnesota childhood, where she spent hours in unfettered play in her father's college laboratory. She tells us how she found a sanctuary in science, learning to perform lab work "with both the heart and the hands." She introduces us to Bill, her brilliant, eccentric lab manager. And she extends the mantle of scientist to each one of her readers, inviting us to join her in observing and protecting our environment. Warm, luminous, compulsively readable, Lab Girl vividly demonstrates the mountains that we can move when love and work come together.

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John Grogan

Marley and Me : Life and Love with the World's Worst Dog

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Marley and Me is a heart-warming story of a family who discovers what truly matters in life through their bond with Marley, a neurotic but loveable dog. This book is perfect for any dog-lover who is looking for a heart-warming and hilarious read that will leave you with a smile on your face. The book highlights the unbreakable bond between a master and his dog, and how much happiness and love a pet can bring to a family.

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S. Hussain Zaidi

Black Friday : The True Story Of The Bombay Bomb Blasts

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Black Friday presents a detailed, gripping and emotional account of the unprecedented terrorist attack on Bombay. Given the scale of the tragedy, the author has done an admirable job of presenting the story in a balanced and unbiased way. The book offers a deep insight into the conspiracy that lasted several years and the massive investigative operation that followed. It is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand the criminal mind and the significance of Mumbai in the underworld.

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Debbie Tung

Quiet Girl In A Noisy World - An Introvert's Story

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Sweet, funny, and quietly poignant, Debbie Tung’s comics reveal the ups and downs of coming of age as an introvert.This illustrated gift book of short comics illuminates author Debbie Tung's experience as an introvert in an extrovert’s world. Presented in a loose narrative style that can be read front to back or dipped into at one’s leisure, the book spans three years of Debbie's life, from the end of college to the present day. In these early years of adulthood, Debbie slowly but finally discovers there is a name for her lifelong need to be alone: she’s an introvert.The first half of the book traces Debbie’s final year in college: socializing with peers, dating, falling in love (with an extrovert!), moving in, getting married, meeting new people, and simply trying to fit in. The second half looks at her life after graduation: finding a job, learning to live with her new husband, trying to understand social obligations when it comes to the in-laws, and navigating office life. Ultimately, Quiet Girl sends a positive, pro-introvert message: our heroine learns to embrace her introversion and finds ways to thrive in the world while fulfilling her need for quiet.

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Taran N. Khan

Shadow City - A Woman Walks Kabul

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Shadow City would be an excellent read for those interested in non-fiction, travelogues, and the Middle East. It offers a tender portrayal of a city engulfed in darkness and delves into the complexities of living in Afghanistan as a woman. Taran Khan's writing is poetic and introspective, giving readers not just a view of the streets of Kabul but also a glimpse into the struggle it takes to survive in a city that is forever on the brink of war.

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Sheryl Sandberg

Lean In: Women, Work, and the Will to Lead

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If you're hitting roadblocks on your professional journey or seeking a dose of empowerment, "Lean In" could be the mentor you need. Sandberg addresses the internal and external challenges women face, combining personal anecdotes with hard data. It’s praise and publicity speak to its impact, making for an inspiring read that could push you to not only reach for your goals but also stand tall while doing so.

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Reeves Wiedeman

Billion Dollar Loser - The Epic Rise And Spectacular Fall Of Adam Neumann And Wework

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Billion Dollar Loser is a tale of the meteoric rise and fall of Adam Neumann and his company WeWork. The book vividly captures Neumann's audacious ambition to make WeWork the coolest workplace provider, and how he attracted billions of dollars from the world's most sought-after investors. It chronicles the dramatic events leading up to WeWork's botched IPO and Neumann's ouster, and offers a sobering reckoning of the excesses of American business in the Trump era. If you're interested in a cautionary tale of hubris, ambition, and excess in the startup world, this book is a recommended read.

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Jon Krakauer

Into Thin Air : A Personal Account of the Mt. Everest Disaster

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This book is a must-read for adventure enthusiasts who seek a thrilling true story filled with heart-stopping suspense. Jon Krakauer's raw and deeply personal account of the Mt. Everest disaster will transport you to the treacherous and awe-inspiring landscape of the world's highest peak. The author's vivid storytelling and poignant reflections on the human spirit in the face of tragedy make Into Thin Air a captivating and thought-provoking read. Get ready to be on the edge of your seat as you witness the harrowing battle against nature's fury and the indomitable will to survive.

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Roger Lowenstein

When Genius Failed : The Rise and Fall of Long-Term Capital Management

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Recommendation: This book is a roller-coaster ride that delves into the captivating world of finance and the hubris and failure that comes with it. It uncovers the secrets behind Long-Term Capital Management's incredible success and catastrophic downfall, pointing out the arrogance and certainties of its partners. It serves as a wake-up call for both Wall Street and the government to the dangers of unchecked greed and the potential for market meltdowns. If you're intrigued by the captivating world of finance and want to learn from history's mistakes, this is a must-read.

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Stone Brad

The Everything Store: Jeff Bezos and the Age of Amazon

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"The Everything Store" offers an unparalleled look into the creation of Amazon, the largest company in the world. Through his exhaustive research, Brad Stone uncovers the man behind the success, Jeff Bezos, and his unrelenting drive to revolutionize retail. This book would be a great read for anyone interested in the story of one of the most influential companies in the world and its visionary founder.

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Armen Keteyian

Tiger Woods

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In 2009, Tiger Woods was the most famous athlete on the planet, a transcendent star of almost unfathomable fame and fortune living what appeared to be the perfect life. But it turned out he had been living a double life for years—one that exploded in the aftermath of a Thanksgiving night crash that exposed his serial infidelity and sent his personal and professional lives over a cliff. In this “searing biography of golf’s most blazing talent” (GOLF magazine), Jeff Benedict and Armen Keteyian dig deep behind the headlines to produce a richly reported answer to the question that has mystified millions of sports fans for nearly a decade: who is Tiger Woods, really? Drawing on more than four hundred interviews with people from every corner of Woods’s life—many of whom have never spoken about him on the record before—Benedict and Keteyian construct a captivating psychological profile of a mixed race child programmed by an attention-grabbing father and the original Tiger Mom to be the “chosen one,” to change not just the game of golf, but the world as well. But at what cost? Benedict and Keteyian provide the starling answers in this definitive biography that is destined to linger in the minds of readers for years to come. “Irresistible…Immensely readable…Benedict and Keteyian bring us along for the ride in a whirlwind of a biography that reads honest and true” (The Wall Street Journal). Ultimately, Tiger Woods is “a big American story…exhilarating, depressing, tawdry, and moving in almost equal measure” (The New York Times).

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Gretchen Rubin

The Happiness Project (Revised Edition) : Or, Why I Spent a Year Trying to Sing in the Morning, Clean My Closets, Fight Right, Read Aristotle, and Generally Have More Fun

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This book would be a good read for someone who wants to infuse more happiness into their life. Gretchen Rubin takes you on a year-long journey, sharing her experiences and insights on how to be happier. From finding joy in the little things to understanding the science behind happiness, The Happiness Project offers practical advice and inspiration that will help you transform your mindset and create a more fulfilling life. Get ready to uncover the keys to lasting happiness and learn how to prioritize what truly matters.

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Bradley Wiggins, William Fotheringham

Bradley Wiggins : My Time An Autobiography

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On 22 July 2012 Bradley Wiggins became the first British man ever to win the Tour de France. In an instant 'Wiggo' became a national hero. Ten days later, having swapped his yellow jersey for the colours of Team GB, he won Olympic gold in the time trial, adding to his previous six medals to become the nation's most decorated Olympian of all time.Outspoken, honest, intelligent and fearless, Wiggins has been hailed as the people’s champion. In My Time he tells the story of the remarkable journey that led to him winning the world’s toughest race. He opens up about his life on and off the bike, about the personal anguish that has driven him on and what it’s like behind the scenes at Team Sky: the brutal training regimes, the sacrifices and his views on his teammates and rivals. He talks too about his anger at the spectre of doping that pursues his sport, how he dealt with the rush of taking Olympic gold and above all what it takes to be the greatest.

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John Grogan

Marley & Me: Life and Love with the World's Worst Dog

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The heartwarming and unforgettable story of a family and the wondrously neurotic dog who taught them what really matters in life. Now with photos and new material. Is it possible for humans to discover the key to happiness through a bigger-than-life, bad-boy dog? Just ask the Grogans. John and Jenny were just beginning their life together. They were young and in love, with not a care in the world. Then they brought home Marley, a wiggly yellow furball of a puppy. Life would never be the same. Marley grew into a barreling, ninety-seven-pound streamroller of a Labrador retriever. He crashed through screen doors, gouged through drywall, and stole women's undergarments. Obedience school did no good -- Marley was expelled. But just as Marley joyfully refused any limits on his behavior, his love and loyalty were boundless, too. Marley remained a model of devotion, even when his family was at its wit's end. Unconditional love, they would learn, comes in many forms. Marley & Me is John Grogan's funny, unforgettable tribute to this wonderful, wildly neurotic Lab and the meaning he brought to their lives.

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John le Carré

The Pigeon Tunnel : Stories from My Life

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"Out of the secret world I once knew, I have tried to make a theatre for the larger worlds we inhabit. First comes the imagining, then the search for reality. Then back to the imagining, and to the desk where I'm sitting now." From his years serving in British Intelligence during the Cold War, to a career as a writer that took him from war-torn Cambodia to Beirut on the cusp of the 1982 Israeli invasion to Russia before and after the collapse of the Berlin Wall, le Carré has always written from the heart of modern times. In this, his first memoir, le Carré is as funny as he is incisive, reading into the events he witnesses the same moral ambiguity with which he imbues his novels. Whether he's writing about the parrot at a Beirut hotel that could perfectly mimic machine gun fire or the opening bars of Beethoven's Fifth, visiting Rwanda's museums of the unburied dead in the aftermath of the genocide, celebrating New Year's Eve 1982 with Yasser Arafat and his high command, interviewing a German woman terrorist in her desert prison in the Negev, listening to the wisdoms of the great physicist, dissident, and Nobel Prize winner Andrei Sakharov, meeting with two former heads of the KGB, watching Alec Guinness prepare for his role as George Smiley in the legendary BBC TV adaptations, or describing the female aid worker who inspired the main character in The Constant Gardener, le Carré endows each happening with vividness and humor, now making us laugh out loud, now inviting us to think anew about events and people we believed we understood.Best of all, le Carré gives us a glimpse of a writer's journey over more than six decades, and his own hunt for the human spark that has given so much life and heart to his fictional characters.

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Thomas Keneally

Schindler's List

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In the shadow of Auschwitz, a flamboyant German industrialist grew into a living legend to the Jews of Cracow. He was a womaniser, a heavy drinker and a bon viveur, but to them he became a saviour. This is the extraordinary story of Oskar Schindler, who risked his life to protect Jews in Nazi-occupied Poland and who was transformed by the war into a man with a mission, a compassionate angel of mercy.

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Jane Fonda

What Can I Do? : The Truth About Climate Change and How to Fix it

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Recommendation: - What Can I Do? is a powerful call to action that will inspire you to join the fight against climate change. Jane Fonda, a renowned activist, shares her personal journey and interviews leading climate scientists to highlight the urgency and gravity of the situation. This book equips readers with practical solutions and actions that can make a real difference in combating the climate crisis. It's time to wake up, take action, and save our planet for future generations.

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Stephen Gaukroger

Descartes: An Intellectual Biography

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René Descartes's insights into the nature of knowledge and the mind have inspired awe and debate through the centuries. But while philosophers have sought to understand the ramifications of his theories, they have paid much less attention to how, exactly, he arrived at his ideas. What twists and turns of his intellect brought him to his epochal conclusions? How did his personal ambitions and the social conditions of his era shape his thought? These questions and more are masterfully answered in Stephen Gaukroger's Descartes , a fascinating look at this most influential of all Renaissance thinkers.In his quest to retrace Descartes's development as a scientist and philosopher, Gaukroger leaves no stone unturned. From the great man's first book on music theory ( Compendium Musicae ) to his masterworks Discours , Essais , Meditationes , and Principia , from his study of mathematics while attending a Jesuit college at age ten, through his dying days in the service of Christina, Queen of Sweden, Descartes brims with penetrating and often surprising insights into the philosopher's life and work. We discover, for example, that he wasn't as concerned with developing an all-encompassing theory of knowledge as he was with establishing a natural philosophy that supported the teachings of Copernicus, a man whose work he deeply admired. We also learn that Descartes was willing to alter his publicly stated views to accommodate church doctrine--especially after witnessing Galileo's condemnation in 1633. We observe how his personal triumphs and failures--from his rumored nervous breakdown in1614, to his joy at the popular reception of Discours and Essais , to his protracted and very public dispute with the implacable professor Voetius--affected his intellectual development. Along the way, Gaukroger details how Descartes's theories of metaphysics, mechanics, cognition, and cosmology have been both championed and distorted by philosophers of all stripes for over three hundred years. Packed with helpful diagrams and in-depth interpretations of Descartes's most celebrated works, the book also includes a useful chronology that highlights his important accomplishments and personal milestones.Descartes is an exhaustively detailed, magisterial look at the dazzling intellectual achievements of the father of modern philosophy. Splendidly written by a renowned authority on the subject, it will serve as the definitive guide to Descartes's thoughts, works, and life for years to come.

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Liam Vaughan

Flash Crash - A Trading Savant, A Global Manhunt And The Most Mysterious Market Crash In History

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This book is a gripping financial thriller that unravels the mystery behind the unprecedented Flash Crash of 2010. It takes you on a rollercoaster ride through the world of high-frequency trading, exposing the dark side of Wall Street while following the fascinating journey of Navinder Singh Sarao, a genius trader turned fugitive. With its real-life drama, international investigation, and exploration of financial fraud, Flash Crash will keep you on the edge of your seat, questioning the power dynamics and morality of the global financial system.

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Paramahansa Yogananda

Autobiography of a Yogi

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Autobiography of a Yogi could be a good read for those interested in exploring the mystical side of yoga and spirituality. The book offers a unique insight into the life of a Hindu yogi, including his experiences with other notable figures such as Mahatma Gandhi, Sri Jagadis Chandra Bose, and Rabindranath Tagore. The book also explains the scientific clarity behind how yogis perform miracles and attain complete self-mastery. Overall, it provides an interesting perspective on the spiritual practices of the East and its intersection with Western thought.

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Dalai Lama XIV, Howard C. Cutler

The Art of Happiness : A Handbook for Living

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Recommendation: "The Art of Happiness" is a must-read for anyone seeking spiritual guidance and practical tips to find inner peace and happiness. The book covers a wide range of topics, including dealing with negative emotions, overcoming stress, and finding meaning in life. What makes this book unique is its blend of Buddhist teachings and Western psychology, which makes it accessible and relatable to readers of all backgrounds. Users are likely to appreciate the practical advice and inspiring anecdotes shared by the spiritual leader and co-author, Howard C. Cutler.

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Regina Brett

God Never Blinks, International Edition : 50 Lessons for Life's Little Detours

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Already an internet phenomenon, these wise and insightful lessons by popular newspaper columnist and Pulitzer Prize finalist Regina Brett will make you see the possibilities in your life in a whole new way.When Regina Brett turned 50, she wrote a column on the 50 lessons life had taught her. She reflected on all she had learned through becoming a single parent, looking for love in all the wrong places, working on her relationship with God, battling cancer and making peace with a difficult childhood. It became one of the most popular columns ever published in the newspaper, and since then the 50 lessons have been emailed to hundreds of thousands of people.Brett now takes the 50 lessons and expounds on them in essays that are deeply personal. From "Don't take yourself too seriously-Nobody else does" to "Life isn't tied with a bow, but it's still a gift," these lessons will strike a chord with anyone who has ever gone through tough times--and haven't we all?

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Cathy Glass

Mummy Told Me Not to Tell : The True Story of a Troubled Boy with a Dark Secret

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When Reece arrives at Cathy's door at 7 years old, he has already passed through the hands of four different carers in four weeks. As the details of his short life emerge, it becomes clear that to help him, Cathy will face her biggest challenge yet. Reece is the last of six siblings to be fostered. Having been in care for four months his aggressive and disruptive behavior has seen him passed from carer to carer. Although only 7, he has been excluded from school, and bites people so often that his mother calls him "Sharky." Cathy wants to find the answers for Reece's distressing behavior, but he has been sworn to secrecy by his mother, and will not tell them anything. As the social worker prepares for the final hearing, he finds five different files on Reece's family, and is incredulous that he had not been removed from them as a baby. When the darkest of family secrets is revealed to Cathy, Reece's behavior suddenly starts to make sense, and together they can begin to rebuild his life.

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Arsène Wenger

Wenger : My Life and Lessons in Red and White

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Recommendation: If you're a fan of soccer or a sports enthusiast looking for inspiration, Wenger: My Life and Lessons in Red and White is a must-read. In this book, Arsène Wenger, one of the most successful managers in soccer history, shares his journey and principles for success. With reflections on the game, groundbreaking tactics, and his belief in entertaining football, Wenger's story will captivate and motivate both athletes and non-athletes alike. Don't miss out on the opportunity to gain insights from the mind of a visionary coach.

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Ezra Pound, Thom Gunn

Ezra Pound

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Ezra Pound's life is filled with controversies, including his support for Italian fascism and his treason charges. Nevertheless, his contributions to modern literature, such as his famous work, 'The Cantos,' are worth studying for those interested in literary artistry and the intersection of politics and literature.

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Laura Hillenbrand

Unbroken : A World War II Story of Survival, Resilience, and Redemption

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This book is a must-read for anyone fascinated by the true story of human resilience. Hillenbrand’s meticulous and dramatic retelling of Zamperini’s tale will keep readers gripped from start to finish. The book’s unflinching portrayal of a man’s triumph over inhuman treatment will inspire readers for years to come.

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Todd Burpo, Lynn Vincent

Heaven is for Real : A Little Boy's Astounding Story of His Trip to Heaven and Back

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If you're looking for a heartfelt and awe-inspiring read, Heaven is for Real is the perfect book for you. Through the innocent and genuine words of young Colton, you'll be taken on a remarkable journey to heaven and back. Colton's vivid descriptions of meeting family members, Jesus, and the angels will leave you amazed and believing in the power of faith. This book offers a beautiful glimpse into the afterlife and will forever change your perspective on eternity. Get ready to be moved and inspired by Colton's extraordinary story.

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Bill Clinton

My Life

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"My Life" by Bill Clinton is a detailed and personal account of the former president's life and political career. It gives readers a unique insight into Clinton's upbringing, his early encounters with the Kennedys, and his experiences in public service. The book also highlights Clinton's affairs and subsequent impeachment, which adds depth and complexity to this memoir. Overall, "My Life" is a must-read for those interested in American politics and the life of one of its most controversial figures.

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James Herriot

All Things Bright and Beautiful

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James Herriot has now become firmly established and accepted as one of Darrowby's veterinarians. He's also married, and lives with his wife Helen on the top floor of Skeldale House. His former boss, now partner, Siegfried, lives downstairs with Siegfried's brother Tristan.James continues the rich and rewarding day-to-day life of a small-town veterinarian, and we journey with him across the dales, meeting a whole new cast of unforgettable characters -- humans, dogs, horses, lambs, parakeets -- all of them drawn with the same infinite fascination, affection and insight that made James Herriot one of the most beloved authors of our time.

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Anne Frank

The Diary of Anne Frank

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This special educational edition of Anne Frank’s unique diary, describing her family’s plight during the Nazi persecution, is accompanied by substantial background material and photographs to help students to contextualise this teenager's account

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Peter Sagan

My World

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My World could be a good fit for fans of professional cycling, memoirs and sports biographies. The book provides a behind-the-scenes look at the life of Peter Sagan; his training regimes, the pressure he faces and his passion for the sport. Readers will find relatable stories of elation and disappointment, and an authentic account of the sacrifices and hard work it takes to be a world-class cyclist.

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Susan Massotty, Otto H. Frank, Anne Frank

The Diary of a Young Girl : The Definitive Edition

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The book is a poignant and heart-wrenching account of the life of Anne Frank during the Nazi occupation of the Netherlands. It is a must-read for anyone interested in history, human resilience, and survival stories. The most unique and distinctive feature of the book is its ability to portray the daily struggles and emotions of a teenager, making it relatable and accessible to young adults. Readers are bound to be moved by Anne's frank and honest account of her experiences, which highlights the importance of hope, love, and faith in the darkest of times.

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David C. Robertson, Bill Breen

Brick by Brick : How Lego Rewrote the Rules of Innovation and Conquered the Global Toy Industry

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Brick by Brick takes you inside the LEGO you've never seen. By following the teams that are inventing some of the world's best-loved toys, it spotlights the company's disciplined approach to harnessing creativity and recounts one of the most remarkable business transformations in recent memory.Brick by Brick reveals how LEGO failed to keep pace with the revolutionary changes in kids' lives and began sliding into irrelevance. When the company's leaders implemented some of the business world's most widely espoused prescriptions for boosting innovation, they ironically pushed the iconic toymaker to the brink of bankruptcy. The company's near-collapse shows that what works in theory can fail spectacularly in the brutally competitive global economy.It took a new LEGO management team – faced with the growing rage for electronic toys, few barriers to entry, and ultra-demanding consumers (ten-year old boys) – to reinvent the innovation rule book and transform LEGO into one of the world's most profitable, fastest-growing companies. Along the way, Brick by Brick reveals how LEGO:- Became truly customer-driven by co-creating with kids as well as its passionate adult fans- Looked beyond products and learned to leverage a full-spectrum approach to innovation- Opened its innovation process by using both the "wisdom of crowds" and the expertise of elite cliques- Discovered uncontested, "blue ocean" markets, even as it thrived in brutally competitive red oceans- Gave its world-class design teams enough space to create and direction to deliverbuilt a culture where profitable innovation flourishesSometimes radical yet always applicable, Brick by Brick abounds with real-world lessons for unleashing breakthrough innovation in your organization, just like LEGO. Whether you're a senior executive looking to make your company grow, an entrepreneur building a startup from scratch, or a fan who wants to instill some of that LEGO magic in your career, you'll learn how to build your own innovation advantage, brick by brick.

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Lilly Singh

How to Be a Bawse : A Guide to Conquering Life

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From actress, comedian, and YouTube sensation Lilly Singh (aka ||Superwoman||) comes the definitive guide to being a bawse—a person who exudes confidence, reaches goals, gets hurt efficiently, and smiles genuinely because they’ve fought through it all and made it out the other side. Told in her hilarious, bold voice that’s inspired over nine million fans, and using stories from her own life to illustrate her message, Lilly proves that there are no shortcuts to success. WARNING: This book does not include hopeful thoughts, lucky charms, and cute quotes. That’s because success, happiness, and everything else you want in life needs to be fought for—not wished for. In Lilly’s world, there are no escalators, only stairs. Get ready to climb.

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Carolyn Gusoff

Help Me - A Vulnerable Girl. A Dungeon Hell. A Staggering True Story Of Survival

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"Help Me" would be a good read for those interested in true crime and survival stories. Katie's story of being kidnapped and locked in a dungeon at a young age, enduring horrific abuse, and her eventual rescue as well as her journey of healing, is both heart-wrenching and inspiring. The most distinctive feature of the book is how Katie's story sheds light on the prevalence of child abuse and neglect, which often goes unnoticed or ignored. Readers are likely to review the book as a powerful and eye-opening account of human resilience and the importance of speaking up for those who cannot speak for themselves.

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Barbara Demick

Nothing to Envy : Ordinary Lives in North Korea

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An eye-opening account of life inside North Korea--a closed world of increasing global importance--hailed as a "tour de force of meticulous reporting" (The New York Review of Books)NATIONAL BOOK AWARD FINALIST - NATIONAL BOOK CRITICS CIRCLE AWARD FINALIST In this landmark addition to the literature of totalitarianism, award-winning journalist Barbara Demick follows the lives of six North Korean citizens over fifteen years--a chaotic period that saw the death of Kim Il-sung, the rise to power of his son Kim Jong-il (the father of Kim Jong-un), and a devastating famine that killed one-fifth of the population.Demick brings to life what it means to be living under the most repressive regime today--an Orwellian world that is by choice not connected to the Internet, where displays of affection are punished, informants are rewarded, and an offhand remark can send a person to the gulag for life. She takes us deep inside the country, beyond the reach of government censors, and through meticulous and sensitive reporting we see her subjects fall in love, raise families, nurture ambitions, and struggle for survival. One by one, we witness their profound, life-altering disillusionment with the government and their realization that, rather than providing them with lives of abundance, their country has betrayed them.Praise for Nothing to Envy"Provocative . . . offers extensive evidence of the author's deep knowledge of this country while keeping its sights firmly on individual stories and human details."--The New York Times"Deeply moving . . . The personal stories are related with novelistic detail."--The Wall Street Journal"A tour de force of meticulous reporting."--The New York Review of Books"Excellent . . . humanizes a downtrodden, long-suffering people whose individual lives, hopes and dreams are so little known abroad."--San Francisco Chronicle"The narrow boundaries of our knowledge have expanded radically with the publication of Nothing to Envy. . . . Elegantly structured and written, [it] is a groundbreaking work of literary nonfiction."--John Delury, Slate"At times a page-turner, at others an intimate study in totalitarian psychology."--The Philadelphia Inquirer

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Elizabeth Gilbert

Eat Pray Love : One Woman's Search for Everything Across Italy, India and Indonesia (internation al export edition)

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Eat Pray Love is a soulful memoir about one woman’s journey to self-discovery, where she leaves behind all materialistic pleasures and seeks out what brings true happiness in life. Elizabeth Gilbert beautifully captures her experiences of exploring pleasure in Italy, devotion in India, and striking the balance in Indonesia. This book will inspire readers to embark on a similar journey of self-discovery and appreciate the simple things in life that bring joy and fulfillment. Its unique feature is the author’s ability to take readers along with her on a transformative journey.

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Charles B. Handy

Myself And Other More Important Matters

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The author of The Age of Unreason , The Empty Raincoat , and The Elephant and the Flea , shares more of his best-selling brand of wisdom concerning the big choices in life.In Charles Handy’s most ambitious book yet, the well-known business guru draws on the lessons of his own life to help us map out the main stages of our lives, and shows us how to navigate through the tough decisions we have to make at every phase. He gives us his personal thoughts on life’s big questions and turning points, mining his own experience to tell us what he’s learned along the way.From lessons his father taught him at the Vicarage in Kildare where he grew up, to what he learned in Borneo in his days working for Royal Dutch Shell, and later, in America where corporate scandals have shaken our understanding of what is ethical and what is acceptable in business, and finally in Italy, where on a whim he decided to buy and fix up an old house in Tuscany.Throughout the book, he asks us to look at what we value — is it money? Family? Time? What is the role of work in our life? What do we find fulfilling? As our working lives blend ever more into the rest of who we are, Charles Handy has emerged as an invaluable social thinker. It is hard to imagine a better or wiser guide to life’s big questions.

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