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Brandon Stanton

Humans of New York

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Recommendation: - This book is a captivating collection of photos and stories that beautifully encapsulate the diverse human spirit found in New York City. - Each page offers a glimpse into the lives and experiences of individuals, bringing to light the beauty of ordinary moments and the power of human connection. - Whether you are a native New Yorker, a lover of photography, or simply someone who appreciates the depth of human stories, Humans of New York will leave you feeling inspired and connected to the world around you. So grab a cup of coffee, curl up with this book, and prepare to be moved.

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Maya Angelou

I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings

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This book could be a good read for you if you are seeking an empowering and thought-provoking memoir. Maya Angelou's "I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings" takes you on a journey through her childhood and early youth, capturing the struggles and triumphs of a black girl in 1930s America. Her powerful storytelling and vivid descriptions will immerse you in her world, while her resilience and courage will inspire you to overcome any obstacles in your own life. Get ready to be moved and uplifted as you witness her journey of self-discovery and liberation.

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Brandon Webb, John David Mann

The Killing School : Inside the World's Deadliest Sniper Program

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The Killing School would be a good read for military enthusiasts and those interested in the workings of specialized military units. The book offers an in-depth look at the grueling training that is required to produce some of the world's deadliest snipers. Brandon Webb's book highlights the mental and physical strength required to become a successful sniper and gives first-hand accounts of real-life exploits. The book paints an intense and vivid picture of what it takes to be a top-performing sniper, making it a must-read for anyone interested in the military.

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Eleanor Roosevelt, Anne Frank, Barbara Mooyaart-Doubleday

The Diary of a Young Girl

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The Diary of a Young Girl tells the story of a young Jewish girl hiding in Amsterdam during World War II. It is a heart-wrenching tale of a girl growing up in confinement, navigating the difficulties of her situation while still holding on to hope for a better future. Her diary provides an intimate and personal perspective of the horrors of the Holocaust. This book is a must-read for those interested in history, diary literature, and the endurance of the human spirit.

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William Finnegan

Barbarian Days

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Surfing only looks like a sport. To devotees, it is something else entirely: a beautiful addiction, a mental and physical study, a passionate way of life. William Finnegan first started surfing as a young boy in California and Hawaii. Barbarian Days is his immersive memoir of a life spent travelling the world chasing waves through the South Pacific, Australia, Asia, Africa, Peru and beyond. Finnegan describes the edgy yet enduring brotherhood forged among the swell of the surf; and recalling his own apprenticeship to the world's most famous and challenging waves, he considers the intense relationship formed between man, board and water.Barbarian Days is an old-school adventure story, a social history, an extraordinary exploration of one man's gradual mastering of an exacting and little-understood art. It is a memoir of dangerous obsession and enchantment.

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John Grogan

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

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Recommended for pet lovers seeking heartwarming humor. Marley's antics will make you laugh and his loyalty will make you tear up.

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Amy Bloom

In Love: A Memoir of Love and Loss

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NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • A powerful memoir of a love that leads two people to find a courageous way to part—and a woman’s struggle to go forward in the face of loss—that “enriches the reader’s life with urgency and gratitude” ( The Washington Post )“A pleasure to read . . . Rarely has a memoir about death been so full of life. . . . Bloom has a talent for mixing the prosaic and profound, the slapstick and the serious.”— USA TodayONE OF THE TEN BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR: Publishers WeeklyONE OF THE BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR: The New York Times Book Review, Time, Entertainment Weekly, NPR, The Washington Post, The Boston Globe, USA Today, Real Simple, Prospect (UK), She Reads, Kirkus ReviewsAmy Bloom began to notice changes in her husband, Brian: He retired early from a new job he loved; he withdrew from close friendships; he talked mostly about the past. Suddenly, it seemed there was a glass wall between them, and their long walks and talks stopped. Their world was altered forever when an MRI confirmed what they could no longer ignore: Brian had Alzheimer’s disease.Forced to confront the truth of the diagnosis and its impact on the future he had envisioned, Brian was determined to die on his feet, not live on his knees. Supporting each other in their last journey together, Brian and Amy made the unimaginably difficult and painful decision to go to Dignitas, an organization based in Switzerland that empowers a person to end their own life with dignity and peace.In this heartbreaking and surprising memoir, Bloom sheds light on a part of life we so often shy away from discussing—its ending. Written in Bloom’s captivating, insightful voice and with her trademark wit and candor, In Love is an unforgettable portrait of a beautiful marriage, and a boundary-defying love.Shortlisted for the Rathbones Folio Prize

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Ian Fleming

Thrilling Cities

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On November 2nd armed with a sheaf of visas...one suitcase...and my typewriter, I left humdrum London for the thrilling cities of the world...In 1959, Ian Fleming, the creator of James Bond, was commissioned by the Sunday Times to explore fourteen of the world’s most exotic cities. Fleming saw it all with a thriller writer’s eye. From Hong Kong to Honolulu, New York to Naples, he left the bright main streets for the back alleys, abandoning tourist sites in favour of underground haunts, and mingling with celebrities, gangsters and geishas. The result is a series of vivid snapshots of a mysterious, vanished world.

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Jill Bolte Taylor

My Stroke Of Insight - A Brain Scientist's Personal Journey

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Unabridged CDs • 5 CDs, 5 1?2 hours A brain scientist’s personal experience with a stroke and her journey to a full recovery.

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Frank McCourt

Tis - A Memoir

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A #1 New York Times bestseller and the eagerly anticipated sequel to the Pulitzer Prize–winning Angela’s Ashes , this masterpiece from Frank McCourt tells of his American journey from impoverished immigrant to brilliant teacher and raconteur.Frank McCourt’s glorious childhood memoir, Angela’s Ashes, has been loved and celebrated by readers everywhere for its spirit, its wit and its profound humanity. A tale of redemption, in which storytelling itself is the source of salvation, it won the National Book Critics Circle Award, the Los Angeles Times Book Award and the Pulitzer Prize. Rarely has a book so swiftly found its place on the literary landscape.And now we have ’Tis, the story of Frank’s American journey from impoverished immigrant to brilliant teacher and raconteur. Frank lands in New York at age nineteen, in the company of a priest he meets on the boat. He gets a job at the Biltmore Hotel, where he immediately encounters the vivid hierarchies of this “classless country,” and then is drafted into the army and is sent to Germany to train dogs and type reports. It is Frank’s incomparable voice—his uncanny humor and his astonishing ear for dialogue—that renders these experiences spellbinding.When Frank returns to America in 1953, he works on the docks, always resisting what everyone tells him, that men and women who have dreamed and toiled for years to get to America should “stick to their own kind” once they arrive. Somehow, Frank knows that he should be getting an education, and though he left school at fourteen, he talks his way into New York University. There, he falls in love with the quintessential Yankee, long-legged and blonde, and tries to live his dream. But it is not until he starts to teach—and to write—that Frank finds his place in the world. The same vulnerable but invincible spirit that captured the hearts of readers in Angela’s Ashes comes of age.As Malcolm Jones said in his Newsweek review of Angela’s Ashes, “It is only the best storyteller who can so beguile his readers that he leaves them wanting more when he is done...and McCourt proves himself one of the very best.” Frank McCourt's ’Tis is one of the most eagerly awaited books of our time, and it is a masterpiece.

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Alexa Chung

It

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In It, her first book, the global fashion-trendsetter Alexa Chung shares her own very personal inspirations, musings and eclectic sense of style.A truly one-off collection of Alexa's writing, doodles and photographs, It combines stories of early style inspirations such as her grandpa and the Spice Girls, discussion of figures of obsession like Jane Birkin and Annie Hall, and reflects on heartbreak, how to get dressed in the morning, the challenges of taking a good selfie, and more. Interspersed with pages from Alexa's notebooks and many a photo of a good night out, It appears in real cloth, with hand-crafted marbled endpages covered in polkadots, stripy head and tail bands, and luxiouriously creamy paper. Witty, charming and with a refreshingly down-to-earth attitude, It is a must-have for anyone who loves fashion, worries about growing up, or loves just about everything Alexa Chung.

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Marcus Aurelius, Martin Hammond, Coralie Bickford-Smith

Meditations

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Originally written only for his personal consumption, Marcus Aurelius's Meditations has become a key text in the understanding of Roman Stoic philosophy. This Penguin Classics edition is translated with notes by Martin Hammond and an introduction by Diskin Clay.Written in Greek by an intellectual Roman emperor without any intention of publication, the Meditations of Marcus Aurelius offer a wide range of fascinating spiritual reflections and exercises developed as the leader struggled to understand himself and make sense of the universe. Spanning from doubt and despair to conviction and exaltation, they cover such diverse topics as the question of virtue, human rationality, the nature of the gods and Aurelius's own emotions. But while the Meditations were composed to provide personal consolation, in developing his beliefs Marcus also created one of the greatest of all works of philosophy: a series of wise and practical aphorisms that have been consulted and admired by statesmen, thinkers and ordinary readers for almost two thousand years.Martin Hammond's new translation fully expresses the intimacy and eloquence of the original work, with detailed notes elucidating the text. This edition also includes an introduction by Diskin Clay, exploring the nature and development of the Meditations, a chronology, further reading and full indexes.Marcus Aelius Aurelius Antoninus (121-80) was adopted by the emperor Antoninus Pius and succeeded him in 161, (as joint emperor with adoptive brother Lucius Verus). He ruled alone from 169, and spent much of his reign in putting down various rebellions, and was a persecutor of Christians. His fame rest, above all, on his Meditations, a series of reflections, strongly influenced by Epictetus, which represent a Stoic outlook on life. He was succeeded by his natural son, thus ending the period of the adoptive emperors.If you enjoyed Meditations, you might like Seneca's Letters from a Stoic, also available in Penguin Classics.

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Shaun Bythell

The Diary of a Bookseller

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Shaun Bythell owns The Bookshop, Wigtown - Scotland's largest second-hand bookshop. It contains 100,000 books, spread over a mile of shelving, with twisting corridors and roaring fires, and all set in a beautiful, rural town by the edge of the sea. A book-lover's paradise? Well, almost ... In these wry and hilarious diaries, Shaun provides an inside look at the trials and tribulations of life in the book trade, from struggles with eccentric customers to wrangles with his own staff, who include the ski-suit-wearing, bin-foraging Nicky. He takes us with him on buying trips to old estates and auction houses, recommends books (both lost classics and new discoveries), introduces us to the thrill of the unexpected find, and evokes the rhythms and charms of small-town life, always with a sharp and sympathetic eye.

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Jang Jin-sung

Dear Leader : North Korea's senior propagandist exposes shocking truths behind the regime

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SUNDAY TIMES TOP 10 BESTSELLERDear Leader contains astonishing new insights about North Korea which could only be revealed by someone working high up in the regime. It is also the gripping story of how a member of the inner circle of this enigmatic country became its most courageous, outspoken critic.Jang Jin-sung held one of the most senior ranks in North Korea's propaganda machine, helping tighten the regime's grip over its people. Among his tasks were developing the founding myth of North Korea, posing undercover as a South Korean intellectual and writing epic poems in support of the dictator, Kim Jong-il.Young and ambitious, his patriotic work secured him a bizarre audience with Kim Jong-il himself, thus granting him special status as one of the 'Admitted'. This meant special food provisions, a travel pass and immunity from prosecution and harm. He was privy to state secrets, including military and diplomatic policies, how the devastating 'Scrutiny' was effected, and the real position of one of the country's most powerful, elusive men, Im Tong-ok. Because he was praised by the Dear Leader himself, he had every reason to feel satisfied with his lot and safe.Yet he could not ignore his conscience, or the disparity between his life and that of those he saw starving on the street. After breaking security rules, Jang Jin-sung, together with a close friend, was forced to flee for his life: away from lies and deceit, towards truth and freedom.

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Tobias Wolff

This Boy's Life : A Memoir

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This book is ideal for readers who enjoy introspective memoirs that delve into the complex themes of self-discovery. Wolff explores his tumultuous childhood in this heart-warming, and at times heart-wrenching, memoir that is bound to captivate readers with its honest portrayal of adolescence.

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Bill Clinton

My Life

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My Life is a must-read for those interested in American politics, especially the presidency of Bill Clinton. It provides a detailed account of his life and experiences, from his childhood to his presidency. The book is unique in its honesty about his personal and political struggles, including the various scandals that threatened his presidency. This book is a fascinating insight into one of the most important figures in modern history, and a reminder that even presidents are human.

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Dan Hardy

Part Reptile UFC MMA And Me

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This book could be a good read for anyone interested in the thrilling world of mixed martial arts and the personal journey of a professional fighter. Dan Hardy's candid storytelling takes readers on a gripping rollercoaster, filled with adrenaline-pumping fight scenes and introspective reflections on self-discovery. Part Reptile offers an intimate glimpse into the mindset and experiences of an MMA athlete, making it a must-read for fans of the sport and those seeking inspiration in pursuit of their passion.

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Misty Copeland

Life in Motion : An Unlikely Ballerina

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Misty Copeland's biography, "Life in Motion," is a must-read for anyone who is passionate about ballet or is looking for inspiration to chase their dreams. This book provides an inside look into the world of ballet and how Misty Copeland, despite her challenging life and upbringing, was able to achieve her dreams. The book is a reflection of passion, dedication, and resilience. Copeland's story is unique and inspiring, making this a great read for anyone looking for inspiration in their own life's journey.

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Rafael Nadal John Carlin

Rafa: My Story

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"Rafa: My Story is an honest and intimate account of the life of one of the greatest tennis players of all time. It's a must-read for Nadal fans who want to gain a deeper understanding of their hero beyond his on-court achievements. The book provides a rare glimpse into the private life of a man who embodies true sportsmanship, and his journey to becoming a legend is truly inspiring."

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Mitch Albom

Tuesdays with Morrie : An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson

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Maybe it was a grandparent, or a teacher, or a colleague. Someone older, patient and wise, who understood you when you were young and searching, helped you see the world as a more profound place, gave you sound advice to help you make your way through it.For Mitch Albom, that person was Morrie Schwartz, his college professor from nearly twenty years ago.Maybe, like Mitch, you lost track of this mentor as you made your way, and the insights faded, and the world seemed colder. Wouldn't you like to see that person again, ask the bigger questions that still haunt you, receive wisdom for your busy life today the way you once did when you were younger?Mitch Albom had that second chance. He rediscovered Morrie in the last months of the older man's life. Knowing he was dying, Morrie visited with Mitch in his study every Tuesday, just as they used to back in college. Their rekindled relationship turned into one final "class": lessons in how to live.Tuesdays with Morrie is a magical chronicle of their time together, through which Mitch shares Morrie's lasting gift with the world.

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Amy Chua

Battle Hymn of the Tiger Mother (Chua)

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great read about children raised in a Chinese household

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Mindy Kaling

Is Everyone Hanging Out Without Me? ( And Other Concerns)

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Mindy Kaling has lived many lives: the obedient child of immigrant professionals, a timid chubster afraid of her own bike, a Ben Affleck - impersonating Off-Broadway performer and playwright, and, finally, a comedy writer and actress prone to starting fights with her friends and coworkers with the sentence "Can I just say one last thing about this, and then I swear I'll shut up about it?" Perhaps you want to know what Mindy thinks makes a great best friend (someone who will fill your prescription in the middle of the night), or what makes a great guy (one who is aware of all elderly people in any room at any time and acts accordingly), or what is the perfect amount of fame (so famous you can never get convicted of murder in a court of law), or how to maintain a trim figure (you will not find that information in these pages). If so, you've come to the right book, mostly!In Is Everyone Hanging Out Without Me?, Mindy invites readers on a tour of her life and her unscientific observations on romance, friendship, and Hollywood, with several conveniently placed stopping points for you to run errands and make phone calls. Mindy Kaling really is just a Girl Next Door - not so much literally anywhere in the continental United States, but definitely if you live in India or Sri Lanka.

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David Lebovitz

The Sweet Life in Paris : Delicious Adventures in the World's Most Glorious - and Perplexing - City

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From the New York Times bestselling author of My Paris Kitchen and L'Appart, a deliciously funny, offbeat, and irreverent look at the city of lights, cheese, chocolate, and other confections.Like so many others, David Lebovitz dreamed about living in Paris ever since he first visited the city and after a nearly two-decade career as a pastry chef and cookbook author, he finally moved to Paris to start a new life. Having crammed all his worldly belongings into three suitcases, he arrived, hopes high, at his new apartment in the lively Bastille neighborhood. But he soon discovered it's a different world en France .From learning the ironclad rules of social conduct to the mysteries of men's footwear, from shopkeepers who work so hard not to sell you anything to the etiquette of working the right way around the cheese plate, here is David's story of how he came to fall in love with—and even understand—this glorious, yet sometimes maddening, city.When did he realize he had morphed into un vrai parisien ? It might have been when he found himself considering a purchase of men's dress socks with cartoon characters on them. Or perhaps the time he went to a bank with 135 euros in hand to make a 134-euro payment, was told the bank had no change that day, and thought it was completely normal. Or when he found himself dressing up to take out the garbage because he had come to accept that in Paris appearances and image mean everything.Once you stop laughing, the more than fifty original recipes, for dishes both savory and sweet, such as Pork Loin with Brown Sugar–Bourbon Glaze, Braised Turkey in Beaujolais Nouveau with Prunes, Bacon and Bleu Cheese Cake, Chocolate-Coconut Marshmallows, Chocolate Spice Bread, Lemon-Glazed Madeleines, and Mocha–Crème Fraîche Cake, will have you running to the kitchen for your own taste of Parisian living.

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Jeremy C. Miller

Warren Buffett's Ground Rules : Words of Wisdom from the Partnership Letters of the World's Greatest Investor

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Using the letters Warren Buffett wrote to his partners between 1956 and 1970, a veteran financial advisor presents the renowned guru’s “ground rules” for investing—guidelines that remain startlingly relevant today.In the fourteen years between his time in New York with value-investing guru Benjamin Graham and his start as chairman of Berkshire Hathaway, Warren Buffett managed Buffett Partnership Limited, his first professional investing partnership. Over the course of that time—a period in which he experienced an unprecedented record of success—Buffett wrote semiannual letters to his small but growing group of partners, sharing his thoughts, approaches, and reflections.Compiled for the first time and with Buffett’s permission, the letters spotlight his contrarian diversification strategy, his almost religious celebration of compounding interest, his preference for conservative rather than conventional decision making, and his goal and tactics for bettering market results by at least 10% annually. Demonstrating Buffett’s intellectual rigor, they provide a framework to the craft of investing that had not existed before: Buffett built upon the quantitative contributions made by his famous teacher, Benjamin Graham, demonstrating how they could be applied and improved.Jeremy Miller reveals how these letters offer us a rare look into Buffett’s mind and offer accessible lessons in control and discipline—effective in bull and bear markets alike, and in all types of investing climates—that are the bedrock of his success. Warren Buffett’s Ground Rules paints a portrait of the sage as a young investor during a time when he developed the long-term value-oriented strategy that helped him build the foundation of his wealth—rules for success every investor needs today.

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Laura Hillenbrand

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

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Unbroken is a remarkable biography that tells the extraordinary story of Louis Zamperini's survival, resilience, and redemption during World War II. It is a powerful, moving, and inspiring testament to human endurance that will leave readers in awe and admiration of Zamperini's tenacity and strength. This book is perfect for anyone looking to read an amazing true story of a man who refused to be broken, even in the face of unimaginable hardship.

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Primo Levi, Raymond Rosenthal

The Periodic Table

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The Periodic Table by Primo Levi is an impassioned response to the Holocaust: Consisting of 21 short stories, each possessing the name of a chemical element, the collection tells of the author's experiences as a Jewish-Italian chemist before, during, and after Auschwitz in luminous, clear, and unfailingly beautiful prose. It has been named the best science book ever by the Royal Institution of Great Britain, and is considered to be Levi's crowning achievement.

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Bill Bryson

Shakespeare

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This book is a must-read for anyone who wants to delve deeper into the life of one of history's greatest playwrights. Bill Bryson takes readers on a captivating journey through the streets of Shakespeare's time, unraveling the myths and shedding light on the man behind the famous plays. With Bryson's signature wit and attention to detail, this biography brings Shakespeare's genius and the vibrant world of Elizabethan England to life. Prepare to be enthralled by the fascinating tales of fall-outs, folios, and the enduring legacy of Shakespeare's language.

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Raynor Winn

The Salt Path : The 85-Week Sunday Times Bestseller from the Million-Copy Bestselling Author

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This memoir showcases the strength of human resilience, and the way nature can offer solace and healing to even the deepest wounds. Raynor Winn's personal journey on the South West Coast Path is filled with inspiration and affirmation - a book that will uplift and move readers to find the beauty in their own journeys.

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Ruth Reichl

Garlic & Sapphires

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Garlic and Sapphires is Ruth Reichl's delicious and compulsively readable account of her experience undercover in her position as food critic for The New York Times. She throws back the curtain on the sumptuously appointed stages of the epicurean world to reveal the comic absurdity, artifice and excellence there, giving us (along with some of her favorite recipes and reviews) her remarkable reflections on role playing and identity.Reichl knows that to be a good restaurant critic you have to be anonymous, but when she signs up to be the most important restaurant critic in the country, her picture is posted in every four-star, low-star, and no-star kitchen in town. Managers offer cash bonuses for advance notice of her visits and roll out the red carpet whether she likes it or not. What's a critic in search of the truth to do?And so begin Reichl's "adventures in deception." She dons a frumpy blond wog and an off-season beige Armani suit, and on the advice of a friend—an acting coach with a Pygmalion complex—she starts to assemble her new character's backstory. She takes to the assignment with astonishing ardor, and thus Molly Hollis, the retired high school teacher from Birmingham, Michigan, nouveau riche from her husband's real estate speculation, is born. Molly is duly ignored, mishandled and condescended to by the high-power staff at Le Cirque. The result: Reichl's famous double review, first as she ate there as Molly and then as she was coddled and pampered on her visit there as Ruth, New York Times food critic.When restauranteurs learn to watch for Molly, Reichl buys another wig and becomes someone else, and then someone else again, from a chic interior decorator to an eccentric redhead on whom her husband—both disconcertingly and reassuringly—develops a terrible crush. As she puts on her disguises, she finds herself changed not just superficially but in character. She becomes Molly the school marm, Chloe the seductress, and Brenda the downtown earth mother—and imagine the complexities when she dines out as Miriam, her own mother. As Reichl metes out her critical stars, she gives a remarkable account of how one's outer appearance can influence one's inner character, expectations and appetites. She writes, "Every restaurant is a theater . . . even the modest restaurants offer the opportunity to become someone else, at least for a little while."

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Bill Bryson

One Summer : America 1927

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"One Summer: America 1927" is a must-read for history buffs who want an entertaining and informative book that captures the essence of a pivotal year in American history. Bryson's witty and engaging prose brings to life the larger-than-life figures of the era, from Charles Lindbergh to Al Capone, while weaving together seemingly disparate events like Babe Ruth's resurgence and the start of the Great Depression. Readers will come away with a deeper understanding of the forces that shaped America in the 20th century and an appreciation for Bryson's skill in making history come alive.

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Lance Armstrong

It's Not About The Bike : My Journey Back to Life

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"It's Not About The Bike" is an inspiring memoir of Lance Armstrong's battle with cancer and his return to professional cycling. It's a book that provides hope and inspiration to cancer survivors and anyone who has faced adversity in their life. The most unique and distinctive feature of this book is the candidness with which Armstrong shares his struggles and how he overcame them. Despite the controversy surrounding his doping scandal, this book remains a touching account of a man's journey from the brink of death to redemption.

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Kate Bowler

Everything Happens For A Reason And Other Lies I've Loved

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This book is a heartfelt, honest, and humorous account of one woman's journey through cancer diagnosis and treatment. It offers a unique perspective on the common adage of "everything happens for a reason" and the struggle of grappling with faith and positivity in the face of mortality. It is recommended for those looking for an authentic and introspective read on themes of life, death, and finding purpose in suffering.

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Catherine Burns, Neil Gaiman

The Moth Presents All These Wonders : True Stories About Facing the Unknown

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Recommended for those seeking inspiration and self-discovery. Each story contains a unique perspective that provides an opportunity for readers to empathize with people who have faced challenging situations. This book highlights the power of storytelling and its ability to connect individuals from all backgrounds.

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Marina Keegan, Anne Fadiman

The Opposite of Loneliness : Essays and Stories

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Marina Keegan's star was on the rise when she graduated from Yale in May 2012. She had a play that was to be produced at the New York International Fringe Festival and a job waiting for her at the New Yorker. Tragically, five days after graduation, Marina died in a car crash. As her family, friends and classmates, deep in grief, joined to create a memorial service for Marina, her unforgettable last essay for the Yale Daily News, 'The Opposite of Loneliness', went viral, receiving more than 1.4 million hits. She had struck a chord. Even though she was just 22 when she died, Marina left behind a rich, expansive trove of prose that, like her title essay, captures the hope, uncertainty and possibility of her generation. The Opposite of Loneliness is an assemblage of Marina's essays and stories that articulates the universal struggle we all face as we work out what we aspire to be and how we can harness our talents to make an impact on the world.

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Arthur Koestler

Bricks to Babel : A Selection from 50 Years of His Writings, Chosen and with New Commentary by the Author

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A collection compiled from Koestler's lifetime writings follows his progress from seeking political solutions to solve mankind's problems to his attempting to find ultimate meaning in science and philosophy

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Ian MacDonald

Revolution In The Head : The Beatles Records and the Sixties

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As dazzling as the decade they dominated, The Beatles almost single-handedly created pop music as we know it. Today, their songs are cited as seminal influences by stars like Oasis, Blur and Kula Shaker. Eloquently giving voice to their time, the Beatles quite simply changed the world.Updated with material from The Beatles Live at the BBC and the Anthology series, this acclaimed book gets to the heart of The Beatles — their records. It draws on the author’s unique knowledge and experience to “read” their 241 tracks chronologically — from their first amateur efforts in 1957 to Real Love , their final “reunion” recording in 1995. With this engrossing classic of popular criticism, Ian MacDonald shows exactly why the extraordinary songs of the Beatles remain a central and continually surprising presence.

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Jake Halpern

Welcome To The New World

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"Welcome to the New World" is a must-read for anyone interested in immigrant experiences in America. The graphic novel presents an intimate account of an ordinary Syrian family trying to find their place in a new land, while dealing with the aftermath of the 2016 US presidential elections. The heart-warming family moments are intertwined with tense political conversations and the daily struggles with language and cultural barriers. The art style, along with the narrative, captures the essence of the immigrant experience with warmth and authenticity. Readers will find this book an eye-opener that challenges preconceptions and highlights the generosity of human spirit in the face of adversity.

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Jim Gaffigan

Dad Is Fat

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Recommended for those who want a witty and comical take on parenting in big families. Gaffigan's humor is relatable to parents who struggle with the chaos of running a household with young children.

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Lee Kuan Yew

One Man's View of the World

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This book could be a good read for someone seeking the insights of a highly respected and experienced leader on global affairs. Lee Kuan Yew's unique perspective, gained through his interactions with key world leaders, offers a fresh and candid take on the future of major powers like China, America, and Europe. Through thought-provoking analysis, he explores society, beliefs, and the prospects of nations in the upcoming balance of power. The Q&A sections with journalists provide an additional layer of depth to this gripping read, making it a valuable resource for those interested in understanding the global landscape.

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John Helyar, Bryan Burrough

Barbarians at the Gate : The Fall of RJR Nabisco

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Barbarians at the Gate offers a gripping account of the infamous $25 billion leveraged buyout of RJR Nabisco in the 80s. It's a must-read for anyone interested in learning about the inner workings of the corporate world, and how greed and ambition can lead to the demise of even the biggest companies. Reviewed as a superlative and hard to imagine a better account, this book can be a perfect pick for readers interested in finance and corporate history.

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Brian McGuinness

Wittgenstein: 1889-1921: Young Ludwig : A Life

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322p paperback, nice clean copy

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Dave Eggers

Zeitoun

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Reasons to read Zeitoun: - Zeitoun offers a gripping and powerful account of one man's resilience in the face of Hurricane Katrina and the injustice he faces afterwards. - The book sheds light on the racism and discrimination that some individuals experienced during this devastating natural disaster. - Through the lens of Abdulrahman Zeitoun's story, readers gain a deeper understanding of the impact of systemic issues on marginalized communities. - Dave Eggers' meticulous research and close collaboration with Zeitoun himself make this book a compelling and eye-opening read.

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Richard Holmes

The Age of Wonder : How the Romantic Generation Discovered the Beauty and Terror of Science

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The Age of Wonder by Richard Holmes is a captivating biography that follows the remarkable voyages of some of history's most celebrated thinkers in their pursuits of artistic and scientific discovery. The book is perfect for readers interested in the history of scientific innovation, and who would enjoy an engaging and dynamic read that brings to life the beauty, and terror, of scientific experimentation.

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Carlos Castaneda

The Teachings Of Don Juan - A Yaqui Way Of Knowledge

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This book could be a good read for those seeking a unique blend of ancient wisdom and modern spirituality. Through the author's quest to become a man of knowledge, readers are taken on a transformative journey as he learns from the teachings of Don Juan, a Yaqui shaman and spiritual warrior. With a new introduction by the author, this reissue of the book offers a fresh perspective on the intersection of spirituality and self-discovery. Dive into this compelling tale and open yourself up to a world of deep wisdom and personal growth.

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Mary Buffett

The Tao of Warren Buffett : Warren Buffett's Words of Wisdom

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BRAND NEW, Exactly same ISBN as listed, Please double check ISBN carefully before ordering.

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Dan Ephron

Killing a King : The Assassination of Yitzhak Rabin and the Remaking of Israel

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One of the New York Times’s 100 Notable Books of the Year.The assassination of Israeli Prime Minister Yitzhak Rabin remains the single most consequential event in Israel’s recent history, and one that fundamentally altered the trajectory for both Israel and the Palestinians. Killing a King relates the parallel stories of Rabin and his stalker, Yigal Amir, over the two years leading up to the assassination, as one of them planned political deals he hoped would lead to peace, and the other plotted murder.Dan Ephron, who reported from the Middle East for much of the past two decades, covered both the rally where Rabin was killed and the subsequent murder trial. He describes how Rabin, a former general who led the army in the Six-Day War of 1967, embraced his nemesis, Palestine Liberation Organization leader Yasser Arafat, and set about trying to resolve the twentieth century’s most vexing conflict. He recounts in agonizing detail how extremists on both sides undermined the peace process with ghastly violence. And he reconstructs the relentless scheming of Amir, a twenty-five-year-old law student and Jewish extremist who believed that Rabin’s peace effort amounted to a betrayal of Israel and the Jewish people. As Amir stalked Rabin over many months, the agency charged with safeguarding the Israeli leader missed key clues, overlooked intelligence reports, and then failed to protect him at the critical moment, exactly twenty years ago. It was the biggest security blunder in the agency’s history.Through the prism of the assassination, much about Israel today comes into focus, from the paralysis in peacemaking to the fraught relationship between current Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and President Barack Obama. Based on Israeli police reports, interviews, confessions, and the cooperation of both Rabin’s and Amir’s families, Killing a King is a tightly coiled narrative that reaches an inevitable, shattering conclusion. One can’t help but wonder what Israel would look like today had Rabin lived.

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David Kirkpatrick

The Facebook Effect : The Real Inside Story of Mark Zuckerberg and the World's Fastest Growing Company

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Today - six years after it was created in a Harvard dorm room - over 500 million people use Facebook regularly, in just about every country on earth. That a company this powerful and influential was started as a lark by a couple of 19-year-olds makes it a fascinating and surprising tale. That one of them, the visionary Mark Zuckerberg, had the maturity, strategic smarts and luck to keep his company ahead of its rivals anchors the tale. With exclusive inside access to all the company's leaders David Kirkpatrick tells of the vision, the tenacity, the refusal to compromise, and the vision Zuckerberg has to remake the internet. A brilliant and fascinating cast of characters created Facebook and Kirkpatrick has interviewed all of them. Never before have Zuckerberg and his closest colleagues told what really happened as they built their dynamo while eating fast food, staying up all night, and thumbing their noses at how things are usually done.

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Don Van Ryn, Newell Cerak, Susie Van Ryn

Mistaken Identity - Two Families, One Survivor, Unwavering Hope

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This book is recommended for those who are interested in heart-wrenching true stories. Mistaken Identity tells the tale of two families who are brought together by a tragedy and find comfort in their shared faith. The book offers a unique perspective on the power of hope and healing. Readers would appreciate the inspiring journey of Whitney Cerak, the survivor of the accident, and the bond of the two families that sustained them through the toughest times.

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Martin Amis

Experience

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"Experience" is a deeply personal account of Martin Amis's life, exploring his relationship with his father and the challenges he faced as a writer. The book also includes anecdotes about the literary scene in Britain and the United States, making it a must-read for those interested in literary history. Amis's candid writing style and his examination of family relationships make this book a unique and fascinating read.

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James Herriot

The Lord God Made Them All : The Classic Memoirs of a Yorkshire Country Vet

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This book is perfect for animal lovers or anyone in need of a heartwarming read. James Herriot's storytelling is vivid and captivating, and his love for animals shines through in every page. The book offers a peek into the daily life of a country vet and the challenges he faces in his profession. Herriot's writing is humorous and touching, and readers will come away feeling uplifted and inspired.

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