Biographies & Memoirs

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

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Shaun Usher

Letters Of Note - Correspondence Deserving Of A Wider Audience

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Letters of Note is a collection of one hundred and twenty five of the world's most entertaining, inspiring and unusual letters, based on the seismically popular website of the same name - an online museum of correspondence visited by over 70 million people.From Virginia Woolf's heart-breaking suicide letter, to Queen Elizabeth II's recipe for drop scones sent to President Eisenhower; from the first recorded use of the expression 'OMG' in a letter to Winston Churchill, to Gandhi's appeal for calm to Hitler; and from Iggy Pop's beautiful letter of advice to a troubled young fan, to Leonardo da Vinci's remarkable job application letter, Letters of Note is a celebration of the power of written correspondence which captures the humour, seriousness, sadness and brilliance that make up all of our lives.Including letters from:Queen Elizabeth II, Elvis Presley, Charles Schulz, Leonardo da Vinci, Iggy Pop, Fidel Castro, Anaïs Nin, Fyodor Dostoevsky, Amelia Earhart, Charles Darwin, Roald Dahl, Albert Einstein, Dorothy Parker, John F. Kennedy, Groucho Marx, Charles Dickens, Katharine Hepburn, Mick Jagger, Steve Martin, Clementine Churchill, Ray Bradbury, Kurt Vonnegut and many more.

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Richard A. Posner, Oliver Wendell Holmes Jr.

The Essential Holmes : Selections from the Letters, Speeches, Judicial Opinions, and Other Writings of Oliver Wendell Holmes, Jr.

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Oliver Wendell Holmes, Jr., has been called the greatest jurist and legal scholar in the history of the English-speaking world. In this collection of his speeches, opinions, and letters, Richard Posner reveals the fullness of Holmes' achievements as judge, historian, philosopher, and master of English style. Thematically arranged, the volume covers a rich variety of subjects from aging and death to themes in politics, personalities, and law. Posner's substantial introduction firmly places this wealth of material in its proper biographical and historical context."A first-rate prose stylist, [Holmes] was perhaps the most quotable of all judges, as this ably edited volume shows."— Washington Post Book World"Brilliantly edited, lucidly organized, and equipped with a compelling introduction by Judge Posner, [this book] is one of the finest single-volume samplers of any author's work I have seen. . . . Posner has fully captured the acrid tang of him in this masterly anthology."—Terry Teachout, National Review"Excellent. . . . A worthwhile contribution to current American political/legal discussions."— Library Journal"The best source for the reader who wants a first serious acquaintance with Holmes."—Thomas C. Grey, New York Review of Books

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Will Schwalbe

The End of Your Life Book Club

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A lifelong love of books plays out as a son accompanies his extraordinary mother during her two-year treatment for cancer. A very special book club with just two members: a mother and a son.Mary Anne Schwalbe was an educator who worked at Harvard University before devoting herself to the cause of refugees, as founding director of an organisation that brought her to the world's most desperate places. But her story here begins at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, where, accompanied by her publisher son, she is waiting for chemotherapy treatments to begin. As they've always done, they talk about what they're reading, and the conversation grows into tradition: soon they are reading the same books in order to talk about them as Mary Anne is given her treatments.The books they read range from classic to popular, from fantastic to spiritual, and we hear their passion for reading and their love for each other in their dynamic and searching discussions around each one. They also explore how books tell you not only what you need to do in your own life but also in the world.An inspiring and profoundly moving book: Will's love letter to his mother, and theirs to the printed page.

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Paul Nurse

What Is Life? : Five Great Ideas in Biology

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"What Is Life?" is a great read for anyone who is curious about biology and wants to understand the fundamental concepts that make up life. The book uses personal anecdotes and the history of science to introduce readers to the five great ideas of biology: the Cell, the Gene, Evolution by Natural Selection, Life as Chemistry, and Life as Information. Paul Nurse writes with great passion and brings to life the excitement of scientific discovery, making this book an engaging and enlightening read for both experts and non-experts alike.

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Kelly Corrigan

Tell Me More : Stories About the 12 Hardest Things I'm Learning to Say

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This book can be a good read for anyone looking to improve their communication skills and deepen their connections with loved ones. Kelly Corrigan uses personal anecdotes to showcase the power of certain phrases in our relationships. The book is honest, humorous, and relatable, making it an enjoyable and insightful read. The author challenges readers to embrace vulnerability, uncertainty, and forgiveness in order to create stronger connections with those around us.

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Adrian J. Desmond, James R. Moore

Darwin's Sacred Cause : Race, Slavery and the Quest for Human Origins

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In this remarkable book Adrian Desmond and James Moore, world authorities on Darwin, give a completely new explanation of how Darwin came to his famous view of evolution, which traced all life to an ancient common ancestor. Darwin was committed to the abolition of slavery, in part because of his family's deeply held beliefs. It was his 'Sacred Cause' and at its core lay a belief in human racial unity. Desmond and Moore show how he extended to all life the idea of human brotherhood held by those who fought to abolish slavery, so developing our modern view of evolution.Through massive detective work among unpublished family correspondence, manuscripts and rare works, the authors back up their compelling claim. Leading apologists for slavery in Darwin's day argued that blacks and whites had originated as separate species, with whites superior. Creationists too believed that 'man' was superior to other species. Darwin abhorred such 'arrogance'; he declared it 'more humble & ... true' to see humans 'created from animals'. Darwin gave all the races - blacks and whites, animals and plants - a common origin and freed them from creationist shackles. Evolution meant emancipation.Darwin's Sacred Cause restores Darwin's humanitarianism, tarnished by atheistic efforts to hijack his reputation and creationist attempts to smear him. Desmond and Moore argue that only by understanding Darwin's Christian abolitionist inheritance can we shed new light on the perplexing mix of personal drive, public hesitancy and scientific radicalism that led him finally in 1871 to publish The Descent of Man, and Selection in Relation to Sex . The result is an epoch-making study of this eminent Victorian.

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Andre Agassi

Open : An Autobiography

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Perfect for sports enthusiasts and those seeking inspiration. Follow Agassi's tumultuous but inspiring journey to become a tennis superstar despite battling inner conflicts, depression, and a rocky personal life. The book is raw and honest, giving readers an unforgettable insight into the life of a great athlete.

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Marcus Luttrell, Patrick Robinson

Lone Survivor : The Eyewitness Account of Operation Redwing and the Lost Heroes of SEAL Team 10

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Lone Survivor would be appealing to readers who enjoy military stories and tales of heroism. This book provides a unique and firsthand perspective of a Navy SEAL's journey and the sacrifices made by his team. Readers would appreciate the author's detailed account of the struggles and conflicts during the mission, his team's strong bonds and comradery, and the bravery of those who fought and died for their country. The book is a tribute to the fallen heroes and their families, a testament to the sense of duty and honor of the military, and an inspiration for all who want to understand the challenges and triumphs of modern warfare.

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Julie Andrews Edwards

Home : A Memoir of My Early Years

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Home: A Memoir of My Early Years by Julie Andrews is recommended for those who are interested in the early life and rise to fame of the renowned singer and actress. The book offers an in-depth look into her upbringing in Britain during the war and offers a glimpse into the world of theatre and entertainment. Readers will appreciate Andrews' ability to candidly share her story and the many challenges that she faced. Overall, this memoir is a heartwarming and inspiring read that will leave readers feeling uplifted.

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Nina Willner

Forty Autumns : A Family's Story of Courage and Survival on Both Sides of the Berlin Wall

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"Forty Autumns" is a captivating memoir set in East Germany during the Cold War. It tells the story of five women separated by the Berlin Wall and their eventual reunion after years of longing. The book offers a personal and emotional account of life under Communist rule, as well as insights into the work of an intelligence officer. With vivid descriptions and a strong sense of familial love, "Forty Autumns" is a compelling read for anyone interested in history, espionage, and the human experience.

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C.S. Lewis

Surprised by Joy : The Shape of My Early Life

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"A young man who wishes to remain a sound Atheist cannot be too careful of his reading. There are traps everywhere . . . God is, if I may say it, very unscrupulous." This book is not an autobiography. It is not a confession. It is, however, certainly one of the most beautiful and insightful accounts of a person coming to faith. Here, C.S. Lewis takes us from his childhood in Belfast through the loss of his mother, to boarding school and a youthful atheism in England, to the trenches of World War I, and then to Oxford, where he studied, read, and, ultimately, reasoned his way back to God. It is perhaps this aspect of Surprised by Joy that we—believers and nonbelievers—find most compelling and meaningful; Lewis was searching for joy, for an elusive and momentary sensation of glorious yearning, but he found it, and spiritual life, through the use of reason. In this highly personal, thoughtful, intelligent memoir, Lewis guides us toward joy and toward the surprise that awaits anyone who seeks a life beyond the expected."Lewis tempered his logic with a love for beauty, wonder, and magic . . . He speaks to us with all the power and life-changing force of a Plato, a Dante, and a Bunyan."— Christianity Today "The tension of these final chapters holds the interest like the close of a thriller."— Times Literary Supplement C. S. (Clive Staples) Lewis (1898–1963), one of the great writers of the twentieth century, also continues to be one of our most influential Christian thinkers. He wrote more than thirty books, both popular and scholarly, including The Chronicles of Narnia series, The Screwtape Letters , The Four Loves , Mere Christianity , and Till We Have Faces .

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Michelle Phan

Make Up : Your Life Guide to Beauty, Style, and Success--Online and Off

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Michelle Phan has believed in makeup since the first time she was allowed to try eyeliner. When she looked in the mirror and saw a transformed version of herself looking back, she fell in love with the sense of confidence that makeup could give her. Ever since she posted her first makeup tutorial on YouTube, she has dedicated herself to inspire millions by using makeup as a tool for transformation and self expression. Now, Michelle has compiled all of her best wisdom into Make Up: Your Life Guide to Beauty, Style, and Success--Online and Off. From creating a gorgeous smoky eye to understanding contouring to developing an online persona, Michelle has advice to help you transform every facet of your life. Make Up is packed with Michelle’s trademark beauty and style tutorials, stories and pictures from her own life, and advice on the topics she is asked about most, including etiquette, career, entrepreneurship, and creativity. From the everyday (such as how to get glowing skin) to the big picture (such as how to turn your passion into a profession), Make Up is a practical and empowering resource to help anyone put their best face forward.

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Annie Spence

Dear Fahrenheit 451 : A Librarian's Love Letters and Break-Up Notes to Her Books

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A witty, funny and relatable book about the relationship between readers and their books. Through letters to various books in her care, Annie Spence shares her love and adoration for some and her grievances and goodbyes for others. This book is perfect for anyone who loves books and wants to connect with them on a personal level. Get ready for a good laugh and a new perspective on what it means to be a book lover.

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Hillary Rodham Clinton

What Happened

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“In the past, for reasons I try to explain, I’ve often felt I had to be careful in public, like I was up on a wire without a net. Now I’m letting my guard down.” —Hillary Rodham Clinton, from the introduction of What HappenedFor the first time, Hillary Rodham Clinton reveals what she was thinking and feeling during one of the most controversial and unpredictable presidential elections in history. Now free from the constraints of running, Clinton takes you inside the intense personal experience of becoming the first woman nominated for president by a major party in an election marked by rage, sexism, exhilarating highs and infuriating lows, stranger-than-fiction twists, Russian interference, and an opponent who broke all the rules. This is her most personal memoir yet.In these pages, she describes what it was like to run against Donald Trump, the mistakes she made, how she has coped with a shocking and devastating loss, and how she found the strength to pick herself back up afterward. With humor and candor, she tells readers what it took to get back on her feet—the rituals, relationships, and reading that got her through, and what the experience has taught her about life. She speaks about the challenges of being a strong woman in the public eye, the criticism over her voice, age, and appearance, and the double standard confronting women in politics.She lays out how the 2016 election was marked by an unprecedented assault on our democracy by a foreign adversary. By analyzing the evidence and connecting the dots, Clinton shows just how dangerous the forces are that shaped the outcome, and why Americans need to understand them to protect American values and democracy in the future.The election of 2016 was unprecedented and historic. What Happened is the story of that campaign and its aftermath—both a deeply intimate account and a cautionary tale for the nation.

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Mary C. Neal

To Heaven and Back : A Doctor's Extraordinary Account of Her Death, Heaven, Angels, and Life Again: A True Story

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A kayak accident during a South American adventure takes one woman to heaven — where she experienced God’s peace, joy, and angels — and back to life again.    In 1999 in the Los Rios region of southern Chile, orthopedic surgeon, devoted wife, and loving mother Dr. Mary Neal drowned in a kayak accident. While cascading down a waterfall, her kayak became pinned at the bottom and she was immediately and completely submerged. Despite the rescue efforts of her companions, Mary was underwater for too long, and as a result, died.  To Heaven and Back is Mary’s remarkable story of her life’s spiritual journey and what happened as she moved from life to death to eternal life, and back again. Detailing her feelings and surroundings in heaven, her communication with angels, and her deep sense of sadness when she realized it wasn’t her time, Mary shares the captivating experience of her modern-day miracle.   Mary’s life has been forever changed by her newfound understanding of her purpose on earth, her awareness of God, her closer relationship with Jesus, and her personal spiritual journey suddenly enhanced by a first-hand experience in heaven.  To Heaven and Back will reacquaint you with the hope, wonder, and promise of heaven, while enriching you own faith and walk with God.

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Allison Britz

Obsessed - A Memoir Of My Life With OCD

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"Obsessed" could be a good read for anyone looking to gain insight into the experience of OCD. Allison Britz offers a deeply personal and honest account of her struggle with the disorder and how it affected her daily life. Her brave and hopeful journey towards recovery is inspiring and encourages readers to seek help when needed.

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Jean-Christophe Napias, Patrick Mauriès

The World According To Coco - The Wit And Wisdom Of Coco Chanel

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The World According to Coco is a must-read for anyone looking to infuse their wardrobe and their life with the iconic designer's unique and revolutionary style. This book perfectly captures Coco's witty and unapologetic views on fashion, women, love, and life, making it a perfect guide for anyone looking to add a touch of elegance and sophistication to their everyday life. With its thematically organized collection of quotations, The World According to Coco offers a unique and insightful glimpse into the mind of a true fashion icon.

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Neil Patrick Harris

Neil Patrick Harris : Choose Your Own Autobiography

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Tired of memoirs that only tell you what really happened?Sick of deeply personal accounts written in the first person? Seeking an exciting, interactive read that puts the “u” back in “aUtobiography”? Then look no further than Neil Patrick Harris: Choose Your Own Autobiography! In this revolutionary, Joycean experiment in light celebrity narrative, actor/personality/carbon-based life-form Neil Patrick Harris lets you, the reader, live his life. You will be born in New Mexico. You will get your big break at an acting camp. You will get into a bizarre confrontation outside a nightclub with actor Scott Caan. Even better, at each critical juncture of your life, you will choose how to proceed. You will decide whether to try out for Doogie Howser, M.D. You will decide whether to spend years struggling with your sexuality. You will decide what kind of caviar you want to eat on board Elton John’s yacht. Choose correctly and you’ll find fame, fortune, and true love. Choose incorrectly and you’ll find misery, heartbreak, and a hideous death by piranhas. All this, plus magic tricks, cocktail recipes, embarrassing pictures from your time as a child actor, and even a closing song. Yes, if you buy one book this year, congratulations on being above the American average, but make that book Neil Patrick Harris: Choose Your Own Autobiography!

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Brad Gooch

Rumi's Secret : The Life of the Sufi Poet of Love

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This biography is a beautiful and captivating peek into the life of Rumi, one of the world's greatest spiritual poets and mystics. Gooch takes us on an epic journey, tracing Rumi's life and travels, and his profound transformation from a Muslim preacher to a poet of love and spiritual wisdom. Rumi's Secret is a heart-opening read that brilliantly documents the unfolding of Rumi's devotion to a "religion of love," and brings alive his teachings in a way that is as relevant today as it was in his time. Highly recommended for anyone seeking inspiration, insight, and a deeper understanding of the power of love.

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Walter Isaacson

Innovators : How a Group of Inventors, Hackers, Geniuses and Geeks Created the Digital Revolution

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Following his blockbuster biography of Steve Jobs, The Innovators is Walter Isaacson's story of the people who created the computer and the Internet. It is destined to be the standard history of the digital revolution and a guide to how innovation really works. What talents allowed certain inventors and entrepreneurs to turn their disruptive ideas into realities? What led to their creative leaps? Why did some succeed and others fail? In his exciting saga, Isaacson begins with Ada Lovelace, Lord Byron's daughter, who pioneered computer programming in the 1840s. He then explores the fascinating personalities that created our current digital revolution, such as Vannevar Bush, Alan Turing, John von Neumann, J.C.R. Licklider, Doug Engelbart, Robert Noyce, Bill Gates, Steve Wozniak, Steve Jobs, Tim Berners-Lee and Larry Page. This is the story of how their minds worked and what made them so creative. It's also a narrative of how their ability to collaborate and master the art of teamwork made them even more creative. For an era that seeks to foster innovation, creativity and teamwork, this book shows how they actually happen.

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Na

Shoe Dog : A Memoir by the Creator of NIKE

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"Shoe Dog: A Memoir by the Creator of NIKE" is a fascinating tale of Phil Knight's journey and the creation of Nike. With honesty and humor, Knight takes you on a rollercoaster ride of his experiences from his early years of selling shoes from the back of his car to the global success of Nike. The book is not only inspiring, but also packed with valuable lessons on entrepreneurship and overcoming challenges."

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Nissim Mishal, Michael Bar-Zohar

Mossad : The Greatest Missions of the Israeli Secret Service

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Recommended for those intrigued by spy action. Enjoy riveting first-hand accounts from behind the scenes of some of the Mossad's most dangerous missions, including the capture of notorious Nazi executioner Adolph Eichmann and the elimination of key Iranian nuclear scientists. Learn about the best intelligence service in the world and the history behind it.

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Marc Benioff

Trailblazer : The Power of Business as the Greatest Platform for Change

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The founder and CEO of Salesforce reveals the secrets to building a world-class culture and offers a model for leadership that will define the most successful companies of the future.Trailblazer is Marc Benioff's answer to the one question he's most often asked: what is the secret to driving continuous growth and innovation. His answer: building a culture where values permeate everything you do. As the world has grown vastly more complicated, says Benioff, new pressures, threats, and moral conundrums have inserted themselves into the daily agenda. And none of us in the business world can afford to sit on the sidelines and ignore what's going on outside the walls of our workplaces. Because in the future, profits and progress will no longer be sustainable unless they serve the greater good.In a rare behind-the-scenes look at the inner workings of one of the world's most admired companies, he reveals how Salesforce's core values--trust, customer success, innovation, and equality--create value: how they have become the company's greatest competitive advantage, and the most powerful engine of its success.Along the way, Benioff describes how the company's values come to life, forming the bedrock of a resilient company culture that empowers every employee, at every level, to do the best work of their lives. And he shares insights and best practices for anyone in any company who wants to adapt their culture to thrive in the face of the inevitable disruption ahead. Whether you run a company, lead a small team, or have just draped an ID badge around your neck for the first time, Trailblazer reveals how anyone, in any workplace, can become a powerful agent of change.

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Jason Fox

Battle Scars : A Story of War and All That Follows

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Battle Scars is an insightful and contemplative memoir on the psychological scars of combat. Jason Fox offers readers a raw and honest look into the physical dangers and mental hardships he and his fellow soldiers faced during their Special Forces missions. It's an essential read for anyone looking to better understand the true costs of war and the strength it takes to confront its lasting effects.

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Jeannette Fischer, Marina Abramović

Psychoanalyst Meets Marina Abramovic : Artist meets Jeannette Fischer

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This book would be a great read for anyone interested in the psyche of artists and their creative processes. It provides a unique perspective on the life and works of Marina Abramovic through a series of dialogues between herself and psychoanalyst Jeannette Fischer. The book also includes insightful commentaries and images of Abramovic's performances, giving readers a comprehensive understanding of her artistic oeuvre. Overall, this book is highly recommended for anyone looking to learn more about the intersection of art and psychology.

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Ursula Doyle

Love Letters of Great Men

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Remember the wonderfully romantic book of love letters that Carrie reads aloud to Big in the recent blockbuster film, Sex and the City ? Fans raced to buy copies of their own, only to find out that the beautiful book didn't actually exist. However, since all of the letters referenced in the film did exist, we decided to publish this gorgeous keepsake ourselves.Love Letters of Great Men follows hot on the heels of the film and collects together some of history's most romantic letters from the private papers of Beethoven, Mark Twain, Mozart, and Lord Byron. For some of these great men, love is "a delicious poison" (William Congreve); for others, "a nice soft wife on a sofa with good fire, & books & music" (Charles Darwin). Love can scorch like the heat of the sun (Henry VIII), or penetrate the depths of one's heart like a cooling rain (Flaubert). Every shade of love is here, from the exquisite eloquence of Oscar Wilde and the simple devotion of Robert Browning, to the wonderfully modern misery of the Roman Pliny the Younger, losing himself in work to forget how much he misses his beloved wife, Calpurnia.Taken together, these letters show that perhaps men haven't changed all that much over the last 2,000 years--passion, jealousy, hope and longing still rule their hearts and minds. In an age of e-mail and texted "i luv u"s, this timeless and unique collection reminds us that nothing can compare to the simple joy of sitting down to read a letter from the one you love.

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Carmen Maria Machado

In the Dream House : Winner of The Rathbones Folio Prize 2021

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In the Dream House is Carmen Maria Machado's engrossing and wildly innovative account of a relationship gone bad. Tracing the full arc of a harrowing experience with a charismatic but volatile woman, this is a bold dissection of the mechanisms and cultural representations of psychological abuse.Each chapter views the relationship through a different lens, as Machado holds events up to the light and examines them from distinct angles. She casts a critical eye over legal proceedings, fairy tales, Star Trek and Disney villains, as well as iconic works of film and fiction, infusing all with her characteristic wit, playfulness and openness to enquiry. The result is a powerful book that explodes our ideas about what a memoir can do and be.

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Eric Metaxas

Seven Women : And the Secret of Their Greatness

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In his eagerly anticipated follow-up to the enormously successful Seven Men, New York Times best-selling author Eric Metaxas gives us seven captivating portraits of some of history’s greatest women, each of whom changed the course of history by following God’s call upon their lives—as women. Each of the world-changing figures who stride across these pages—Joan of Arc, Susanna Wesley, Hannah More, Maria Skobtsova, Corrie ten Boom, Mother Teresa, and Rosa Parks—is an exemplary model of true womanhood. Teenaged Joan of Arc followed God’s call and liberated her country, dying a heroic martyr’s death. Susanna Wesley had nineteen children and gave the world its most significant evangelist and its greatest hymn-writer, her sons John and Charles. Corrie ten Boom, arrested for hiding Dutch Jews from the Nazis, survived the horrors of a concentration camp to astonish the world by forgiving her tormentors. And Rosa Parks’ deep sense of justice and unshakeable dignity and faith helped launch the twentieth-century’s greatest social movement.Writing in his trademark conversational and engaging style, Eric Metaxas reveals how the other extraordinary women in this book achieved their greatness, inspiring readers to lives shaped by the truth of the gospel.

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J. Randy Taraborrelli

The Hiltons - The True Story Of An American Dynasty

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This book is a must-read for those interested in understanding the history of the Hilton hotel industry and the American culture that surrounded it. It provides a comprehensive insight into the Hilton family - their successes, failures, and excesses. The unique feature of the book is its focus on the family's personal lives, including their messy relationships and lifestyles, which gives readers a relatable glimpse into their humanity. Overall, a fascinating read for those who love business and celebrity gossip.

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David Carey, John E. Morris

King of Capital : The Remarkable Rise, Fall, and Rise Again of Steve Schwarzman and Blackstone

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Recommended for readers interested in finance and business. The book provides a behind-the-scenes look and never-before-revealed details about how Blackstone and private equity transformed themselves from gamblers to disciplined investors. It also serves as a model for how financing will work in the future.

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David Sedaris

Naked

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Naked by David Sedaris would be an enjoyable read for anyone who appreciates humour and enjoys reading personal memoirs. Sedaris has an incredible ability to find the humour in everyday situations and his witty writing style will keep readers hooked. The unique aspect of this book is the honest and vulnerable portrayal of the author's life, making it relatable to many readers. Overall, Naked is a well-written and entertaining book that will leave readers feeling both amused and introspective.

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Rich Froning, Dave Castro, David Thomas

First

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Physical Strength Can Only Take You So FarReigning CrossFit World Champion Rich Froning is “The Fittest Man on Earth.” He’s fast. He’s strong. And he’s incredibly disciplined. But it takes more than physical strength to compete and win at an elite level. It takes incredible mental and spiritual toughness as well. And it is the precise balance of all three that makes Rich Froning a champion.In First , readers come alongside Rich as he trains for and competes in back-to-back-to-back CrossFit World Championships. Along the way, Rich shares invaluable training tips, motivational techniques, and spiritual insights that, in keeping with the CrossFit philosophy, will prepare you to respond to any real-life physical, mental and spiritual challenge.

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Roger Lowenstein

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

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Picking up where Liar's Poker left off (literally, in the bond dealer's desks of Salomon Brothers) the story of Long-Term Capital Management is of a group of elite investors who believed they could beat the market and, like alchemists, create limitless wealth for themselves and their partners. Founded by John Meriweather, a notoriously confident bond dealer, along with two Nobel prize winners and a floor of Wall Street's brightest and best, Long-Term Captial Management was from the beginning hailed as a new gold standard in investing. It was to be the hedge fund to end all other hedge a discreet private investment club limited to those rich enough to pony up millions. It became the banks' own favourite fund and from its inception achieved a run of dizzyingly spectacular returns. New investors barged each other aside to get their investment money into LTCM's hands. But as competitors began to mimic Meriweather's fund, he altered strategy to maintain the fund's performance, leveraging capital with credit on a scale not fully understood and never seen before. When the markets in Indonesia, South America and Russia crashed in 1998 LCTM's investments crashed with them and mountainous debts accumulated. The fund was in melt-down, and threatening to bring down into its trillion-dollar black hole a host of financial instiutions from New York to Switzerland. It's a tale of vivid characters, overwheening ambition, and perilous drama told, in Roger Lowenstein's hands, with brilliant style and panache.

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Bonnie Tsui

Why We Swim

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"Why We Swim" is an engaging non-fiction book that explores the aspects of the human relationship with water through swimming. The author takes the reader through different real-life swimming experiences from around the world and beautifully captures how the allure of water transcends culture and geography. If you are a water lover or want to appreciate the magic of swimming, this book would be an enriching read.

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Erik Larson

The Splendid and the Vile : Churchill, Family and Defiance During the Bombing of London

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The Splendid and the Vile is a must-read for anyone interested in British history, leadership, and overcoming adversity. This book provides a deeply moving and cinematic portrayal of Winston Churchill's leadership during one of Britain's most challenging periods. Larson's careful research and analysis, using once-secret intelligence reports and diaries, bring to life the shelled streets of London and Churchill's own chambers. The book provides a fresh perspective on Churchill's leadership and shows how his eloquence, strategic brilliance, and perseverance helped to bind a country and a family together. Overall, this book is highly recommended for anyone interested in history, leadership, or simply a riveting narrative of courage and resilience.

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Bret Witter, Robert M. Edsel

The Monuments Men : Allied Heroes, Nazi Thieves, and the Greatest Treasure Hunt in History

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"The Monuments Men is an engrossing account of the brave efforts of a special force, including museum directors and historians, to prevent the destruction of Europe's heritage during World War II. A must-read for history enthusiasts and art lovers, this book offers a unique perspective on the war and highlights the courage of those who risked their lives to preserve thousands of years of culture."

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Elise Loehnen, Lauren Conrad

Lauren Conrad Beauty

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Whether she's in front of the camera or behind the scenes, style icon Lauren Conrad has spent years learning from the pros and perfecting her look, and now she's sharing all her beauty secrets.In her first guide dedicated exclusively to beauty, Lauren covers everything you need to know to maximize your own beauty potential. From tips for creating a strong foundation and maintaining healthy skin and hair through diet, exercise, and all-around wellness to everyday makeup techniques and tricks of the trade for special-occasion looks, "Lauren Conrad Beauty" provides the advice you've been waiting for. Lauren's personal anecdotes and illustrated step-by-step lessons for makeup, hair, and nails will have you looking great for day or night.

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Matt Haig

Reasons to Stay Alive

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This book is recommended for anyone who needs inspiration to overcome personal struggles and challenges. Matt Haig's story of coming back from the brink of despair can be a guiding light to help readers live better and feel more alive. The most unique aspect of this book is the honest and raw account of the author's personal struggles with mental health, which makes it an essential read for anyone who needs emotional support and encouragement.

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Dave Grohl

The Storyteller: Tales of Life and Music

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So, I've written a book.Having entertained the idea for years, and even offered a few questionable opportunities ("It's a piece of cake! Just do 4 hours of interviews, find someone else to write it, put your face on the cover, and voila!") I have decided to write these stories just as I have always done, in my own hand. The joy that I have felt from chronicling these tales is not unlike listening back to a song that I've recorded and can't wait to share with the world, or reading a primitive journal entry from a stained notebook, or even hearing my voice bounce between the Kiss posters on my wall as a child. This certainly doesn't mean that I'm quitting my day job, but it does give me a place to shed a little light on what it's like to be a kid from Springfield, Virginia, walking through life while living out the crazy dreams I had as young musician. From hitting the road with Scream at 18 years old, to my time in Nirvana and the Foo Fighters, jamming with Iggy Pop or playing at the Academy Awards or dancing with AC/DC and the Preservation Hall Jazz Band, drumming for Tom Petty or meeting Sir Paul McCartney at Royal Albert Hall, bedtime stories with Joan Jett or a chance meeting with Little Richard, to flying halfway around the world for one epic night with my daughters…the list goes on. I look forward to focusing the lens through which I see these memories a little sharper for you with much excitement.

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Christopher Hitchens

Hitch 22 - A Memoir

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Recommendation: Hitch 22 is a compelling memoir detailing the intellectual journey and contradictions of the late Christopher Hitchens. It is a must-read for anyone interested in understanding the mind of a contrarian thinker. The book offers a unique insight into the life of a brilliant mind who was not afraid to challenge the norm and invites readers to examine their own beliefs and values.

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Kim Carpenter, Krickitt Carpenter, Dana Wilkerson

The Vow : The True Events that Inspired the Movie

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The Vow could be a good read for someone looking for an emotional and inspiring true story of love, commitment, and second chances. This book offers an insight into the challenges faced by the couple after an accident, their faith in each other and God, and how they managed to fall in love again. The unique and distinctive feature of this book is the power of vows, commitment, and faith in hard times. Users might review it as an emotional and inspiring story that leaves a lasting impact.

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Girl A

Girl A : The truth about the Rochdale sex ring by the victim who stopped them

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This book could be a good read for you if you're interested in real-life stories that shed light on important social issues. It provides a powerful and unflinching account of the unimaginable trauma endured by Girl A, as she shares the heartbreaking truth about her experiences as a victim of child sex trafficking. Through her brave and honest storytelling, she exposes a hidden crime and sparks crucial conversations about the safeguarding of vulnerable individuals. Prepare yourself for an emotional rollercoaster as you witness her resilience, strength, and determination to seek justice.

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Kenneth L. Fisher, Robert G. Hagstrom, Bill Miller

The Warren Buffett Way : Investment Strategies of the World's Greatest Investor

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"The Warren Buffett Way could be a good read for those interested in understanding the genius behind one of the most successful investors of all time. The book provides insights into Buffett's timeless investment strategies and techniques that have made him immensely successful, all while being presented with up-to-date examples. It's like having a personal coaching session with the greatest investor himself!"

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Dan Mills

Sniper One : 'The Best I've Ever Read' - Andy McNab

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Sniper One is the gritty, awe-inspiring true story that takes you right into the heart of the Iraq war from Sunday Times No.1 bestseller Sgt. Dan Mills. 'One of the best first-hand accounts of combat that I've ever read' Andy McNab We all saw it at once. Half a dozen voices screamed 'Grenade!' simultaneously. Then everything went into slow motion. The grenade took an age to travel through its 20 metre arc. A dark, small oval-shaped package of misery the size of a peach ... April 2004: Dan Mills and his platoon of snipers fly into southern Iraq, part of an infantry battalion sent to win hearts and minds. They were soon fighting for their lives. Back home we were told they were peacekeeping. But there was no peace to keep. Because within days of arriving in theatre, Mills and his men were caught up in the longest, most sustained fire fight British troops had faced for over fifty years. This awe-inspiring account tells of total war in throat-burning winds and fifty-degree heat, blasted by mortars and surrounded by heavily armed militias. For six months, they fought isolated, besieged and under constant enemy fire. Their heroic stand a modern-day Rorke's Drift. ************** Dan Mills served for 24 years as an Infantry Soldier reaching the rank of Warrant Officer Class 2. During his long military career he served on operations in Northern Ireland, Bosnia, Kosovo, Iraq and Afghanistan. Dan was awarded a 'Mention In Despatches' for Gallantry for his services during The Iraq War. Since leaving the Army in 2010, he has forged a career as a writer and security consultant, amongst other things. Sniper One is his first book.

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Adam Parr, Ross Brawn

Total Competition : Lessons in Strategy from Formula One

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From Ross Brawn—one of the most successful figures in Formula One auto racing—comes a compelling insider’s account of what it takes to win, featuring practical advice for overcoming obstacles and becoming a champion both on and off the racetrack.Formula One racing is a wildly popular global sport with millions of fans and billions more engineering dollars at stake. For four decades, Ross Brawn has been one of the most innovative technical directors and team principals in the high-stakes world of Formula One. He is considered the most successful competitor in the history of Formula One to date, and “the closest thing there is to a certifiable genius” ( The Wall Street Journal ). Leading Benetton, Ferrari, Honda, and Mercedes, he has worked with legendary drivers such as Michael Schumacher, Jenson Button, and Lewis Hamilton to make them Grand Prix champions. Now, in this fascinating book, presented as a frank conversation between Brawn and fellow Formula One competitor Adam Parr, Brawn reflects upon his career, shares the philosophies and methods that led to his success, and offers lessons that every leader working with teams—at work, play, or home—can use to achieve their own goals, too.Brawn and Parr share details about the unique pressures of Formula One racing and the intense, cutthroat world they inhabited, where coming in second place is never good enough. Just as Phil Knight recounted his accomplishments and devastating setbacks in the building of the Nike brand in the New York Times bestseller Shoe Dog , this book also provides a blueprint for leading teams, imparting lessons such as “Embrace Humility,” “Invest in People and Culture,” “Strive for Simplicity, Manage Complexity,” and much more.

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Nick Bilton

Hatching Twitter

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Twitter seems like a perfect start-up success story. In barely six years, a small group of young, ambitious programmers in Silicon Valley built an $11.5 billion business out of the ashes of a failed podcasting company. Today Twitter boasts more than 200 million active users and has affected business, politics, media, and other fields in innumerable ways. Now Nick Bilton of the New York Times takes readers behind the scenes with a narrative that shows what happened inside Twitter as it grew at exponential speeds. This is a tale of betrayed friendships and high-stakes power struggles as the four founders—Biz Stone, Evan Williams, Jack Dorsey, and Noah Glass—went from everyday engineers to wealthy celebrities, featured on magazine covers, Oprah, The Daily Show, and Time’s list of the world’s most influential people. Bilton’s exclusive access and exhaustive investigative reporting—drawing on hundreds of sources, documents, and internal e-mails—have enabled him to write an intimate portrait of fame, influence, and power. He also captures the zeitgeist and global influence of Twitter, which has been used to help overthrow governments in the Middle East and disrupt the very fabric of the way people communicate.

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Cathy Glass

Can I Let You Go? : A Heartbreaking True Story of Love, Loss and Moving on

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"Can I Let You Go?" is a poignant memoir that explores the complex emotions surrounding love, loss, and the difficult decision to let go. Cathy Glass has written a powerful account of her experience caring for Faye, a young woman with learning difficulties who is pregnant and facing the possibility of giving her child up for adoption. Glass's compassionate and insightful writing captures the heartbreak, courage, and resilience of Faye and the people who love her. This book is a must-read for anyone who has ever faced a difficult decision or struggled with loss.

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Gayle Tzemach Lemmon

The Daughters Of Kobani - A Story Of Rebellion, Courage, And Justice

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The Daughters Of Kobani is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand the power of women in war and who would like to know more about the women's rights movement in the Middle East. This book offers a unique perspective on the bravery and determination of a group of Kurdish women, and how they went from being a local militia in a small town in Syria to playing a crucial role in the fight against ISIS. Gayle Tzemach Lemmon's brilliant writing and in-depth research make this a fascinating and informative read that will leave you feeling inspired and empowered.

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David Thorne

The Internet is a Playground

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From the notorious Internet troublemaker who brought the world the explosively popular Next Time I'll Spend the Money on Drugs Instead , in which he attempted to pay his chiropractor with a picture he drew of a spider; "Please Design a Logo for Me. With Pie Charts. For Free," which has been described as one of the most passed-on viral e-mails of all time; and, most recently, the staggeringly popular "Missing Missy", which has appeared everywhere from The Guardian to Jezebel to Andrew Sullivan's The Daily Dish , comes this profoundly funny collection of irreverent Internet mischief and comedy.Featuring all of Thorne's viral success, including "Missing Missy", The Internet Is a Playground culls together every article and e- mail from Thorne's wildly popular website 27bslash6.com, as well as enough new material, available only in these pages, to keep you laughing-and, indeed, crying-until Thorne's next stroke-of-genius prank. Or hilarious hoax. Or well-publicized almost-stint in jail (really)."There is usually a fine line between genius and insanity, but in this case it has become very blurred. Some of the funniest and most clever writing I have read in years."--Terrance Fielding, WIRED magazine"I laughed so hard and uncontrollably I could hardly breathe. Reading this on public transport is not a good idea."-- Penthouse magazine"Brilliantly funny."--Jezebel.com

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