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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Meredith McIver, Donald J. Trump

Think Like a Champion : An Informal Education in Business and Life (Miniature Editions)

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This book could be a good read for someone seeking entrepreneurial insights and advice from one of the most successful business figures in America. Donald Trump shares his winning strategies and goals in concise, impactful essays that give you a glimpse into his mindset. With a foreword by Robert Kiyosaki, author of Rich Dad Poor Dad, this pocket-sized edition provides valuable lessons on thinking on your feet, effective communication, making strategic moves, and building wealth. It's a must-read for budding bosses and aspiring leaders looking to gain insights from a business titan.

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Cheryl Lu-Lien Tan

A Tiger in the Kitchen : A Memoir of Food and Family

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A Tiger in the Kitchen is a heartwarming memoir that transports readers to Singapore via delicious dishes. Tan's writing is beautiful, and her family's recipes offer a glimpse into the country's culinary traditions. This book is perfect for foodies, those interested in exploring their heritage through food, and anyone who enjoys a good story.

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Paul Ham, Debbie Edwards

Yoko's Diary

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1945 was a hard time to be a child in Japan. Many had seen their cities destroyed by US bombers. Food, fuel and materials were in short supply. Yet spirits remained high. In April 1945, Yoko Moriwaki started high school in Hiroshima, excited to be a prestigious 'Kenjo' girl, and full of duty towards her parents, school and country. But the country was falling apart and in four months time her city would become the target for the first atomic bomb ever used as a weapon. In her diary, Yoko provides an account of that time - when conditions were so poor that children as young as twelve were required to work in industry; when fierce battles raged in the Pacific and children like Yoko believed victory was near. With additions by Yoko's relatives and fellow students, and an introduction by award-winning author Paul Ham, Yoko's Diary not only shows us the hopes, beliefs and daily life of a young girl in wartime Japan, it is a touching account of the consequences of the first nuclear bombing of a city.

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Ben Mezrich

Rigged

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"Rigged" is a thrilling non-fiction book that chronicles the rise of David Russo, a street-smart Italian-American who became a millionaire in the testosterone-fueled world of oil trading. Readers will be captivated by the wild and dangerous ride that takes them from the trading floor of Merc Exchange to private yachts in Monaco and back alleys in Beijing. A must-read for anyone looking for a thrilling adventure.

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Aleksandar Duric, Glenn Wray

Beyond Borders

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Recommended for sports enthusiasts and memoir readers. Unique story of a footballer who overcame difficult obstacles and persevered to achieve his goals. The book is beautifully illustrated with full-color photographs that complement the tale of his life.

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Sheldon Harnick, Andrew B. Harris, Carol Burnett

The Performing Set - The Broadway Designs Of William And Jean Eckart

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Recommended for theater lovers seeking design innovation. The book showcases the incredible creativity of the Eckarts, who transformed the role of set design in Broadway musicals from simple backdrops to integral components of the performance. The book features stunning visuals, behind-the-scenes anecdotes, and detailed descriptions of the Eckarts' design process, making it a must-read for anyone interested in the intersection of theater and design. Reviewers praise the book for its comprehensive analysis of the Eckarts' career and their impact on the world of Broadway musicals.

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Emilie Carles

A Wild Herb Soup : The Life of a French Countrywoman

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Emilie Carles was born in 1900 in south eastern France. Against the odds, she trained as a teacher and pursued this career alongside farming and bringing up a family. An ardent pacifist all her life, in later years she became a fierce environmental campaigner and successfully protected her home, the idyllic Claree valley, from the hands of developers. Emilie Carles' enchanting autobiography tells of a world that has largely disappeared. She captures the comedy and ferocious pride of rural life with an ebullience and wit which are quite irresistible.

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Tom Mangold, Anthony ; Mangold Summers

The File on the Tsar

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The world was told that the last Tsar of Russia and his family were butchered in the 'cellar massacre' at Ekaterinburg in 1918. Yet diplomats and reporters did not believe it. And the longest court case of the century failed to explode Anna Anderson's claim to be the Tsar's youngest daughter, Grand Duchess Anastasia. Anthony Summers and Tom Mangold spent five years tracking down witnesses and long-lost documents. The search led to Moscow, Tokyo and Washington and their persistence finally paid off when they found a suppressed official dossier - the File on the Tsar. It shows that the public was fed a lie. The Romanovs did not all die at Ekaterinburg, but became pawns in an international power game, involving Lenin, the Kaiser, the British Royal Family and British Intelligence. And in London, over 80 years later, the cover-up goes on.

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Garry Jenkins

Harrison Ford : Imperfect Hero

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Harrison Ford: Imperfect Hero is a must-read for fans who want an inside look into the life of the iconic actor. The book offers a complete portrait of Ford's life, highlighting both his successes and shortcomings as an actor and person. With over 100 interviews with colleagues and Ford himself, readers will gain a new appreciation for the complexities of this Hollywood legend.

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Bo Peabody

Lucky Or Smart? - Secrets To An Entrepreneurial Life

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Lucky or Smart? offers a unique perspective on entrepreneurial success, blending personal anecdotes with practical advice. As a successful internet entrepreneur, Bo Peabody provides valuable insights into managing creative individuals and building innovative, morally compelling businesses. If you're interested in learning more about what it takes to succeed as an entrepreneur, this book is definitely worth checking out.

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Steve Levine

The Powerhouse : America, China and the Great Battery War

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A Soul of a New Machine for our time—a gripping account of invention, commerce, and duplicity in the age of technology   A worldwide race is on to perfect the next engine of economic growth, the advanced lithium-ion battery. It will power the electric car, relieve global warming, and catapult the winner into a new era of economic and political mastery. Can the United States win?   Steve LeVine was granted unprecedented access to a secure federal laboratory outside Chicago, where a group of geniuses is trying to solve this next monumental task of physics and engineering. But these scientists—almost all foreign born—are not alone. With so much at stake, researchers in Japan, South Korea, and China are in the same pursuit. The drama intensifies when a Silicon Valley start-up licenses the federal laboratory’s signature invention with the aim of a blockbuster sale to the world’s biggest carmakers. The Powerhouse is a real-time, two-year account of big invention, big commercialization, and big deception. It exposes the layers of aspiration and disappointment, competition and ambition behind this great turning point in the history of technology.

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Betty Mahmoody and William Hoffer, William Hoffer

Not Without My Daughter

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In August 1984, Michigan housewife Betty Mahmoody accompanied her husband to his native Iran for a two-week vacation that turned into a permanent stay. To her horror, she found herself and her four-year-old daughter, Mahtob, virtual prisoners of a man rededicated to his Shiite Moslem faith, in a land where women are near-slaves and Americans despised. Their only hope for escape lay in a dangerous underground that would not take her child.

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Quentin Blake, Roald Dahl

Going Solo

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Recommendation: Going Solo is an extraordinary account of Dahl's life in the Royal Air Force that would intrigue history enthusiasts. Readers would appreciate Dahl's tenacity and daring spirit while combating danger, which parallels with his literary pieces, making it a must-read.

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Art Spiegelman

In the Shadow of No Towers

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"In the Shadow of No Towers is a must-read for those who want to visually understand the impact of the attacks. Through his masterful artistry, Art Spiegelman conveys the enormity of the event, its insidious repercussions on his life, and the damages to American democracy. His personalized story, combined with his provocation, outrage, and wit, guarantee to leave a lasting impression and provide much-needed insight into the aftermath of the tragedies."

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Lucy Moore

Maharanis : The Lives and Times of Three Generations of Indian Princesses

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MAHARANIS is a compelling read for those interested in the Royal courts of India and the lives of extraordinary women who lived in a time of great change. The book offers a brilliant recreation of the royal ceremonies, tiger hunts, and exotic palaces of India, as well as a glimpse into the glamorous international scene of the Edwardian and interwar era. The lives of Chimnabai, Sunity, Indira, and Ayesha, in addition to offering a fascinating insight into the rise and fall of the Raj, are a testament to the remarkable women who changed the world they lived in.

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Farley Mowat

The Boat Who Wouldn't Float

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If the sea calls to you, but life's kept it just out of reach, "The Boat Who Wouldn't Float" can serve as both a cautionary tale and a source of riotous fun. Mowat's knack for storytelling brings to life the boisterous journey of a man and his leaky boat. With each page, you'll feel the salty breeze and the exasperated love for a ship with a mind of its own. It's an adventure you wouldn't want to have, but would never want to end.

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Connie Bruck

The Predator's Ball : The Inside Story of Drexel Burnham and the Rise of the Junk Bond Raiders

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This book is a captivating exposé of the notorious junk bond era on Wall Street during the 1980s. It delves into the rise and fall of Michael Milken and Drexel Burnham Lambert, revealing the motivations behind their actions and the pervasive culture of greed that dominated the era. If you're fascinated by true stories of power, money, and corporate scandals, this gripping account will keep you hooked from start to finish.

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Kathi Macias

Mothers of the Bible Speak to Mothers of Today

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The same God who has shown His faithfulness to mothers across time is faithful still to mothers today. Daunting challenges that mothers face day in and day out are not unique to this time, and modern-day moms have much wisdom to gain from true examples recorded in Scripture. In Mothers of the Bible Speak to Mothers of Today, readers meet ordinary women of their day who, by God’s incomparable grace, were used for extraordinary purposes. Readers will journey through the lives of 15 such mothers―like Eve, Sarah, Jochebed, Hannah, and Bathsheba of the Old Testament, continuing through the New Testament with stories such as those of Elizabeth, Salome, and Mary. Exploring heart issues like fear, discontentment, grief, and gratitude, readers will discover solutions through biblical models of prayer, sacrifice, and faithfulness. Through these life lessons, the author points to the ultimate unfolding of God’s eternal purposes across the seasons of motherhood. Each chapter ends with a “Making It Personal” section and an appropriate prayer. Beautifully designed, this book makes the perfect gift for a mother on any occasion.

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The Travails Of Jimmy Porter - A Memoir, 1802-1842

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The rollercoaster tale of James Porter, mastermind of the Frederick mutineers, scallywag and swashbuckling romancer, whose pursuit of freedom takes him around and around the world.

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Roger Steer

J. Hudson Taylor : A Man in Christ

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"J. Hudson Taylor: A Man in Christ" is a must-read for anyone interested in the life of a true missionary pioneer. The book recounts the inspiring journey of J. Hudson Taylor as he dedicated his life to serving God and sharing the gospel with people in China. Written by acclaimed biographer Roger Steer, the book captures the essence of God's grace and what he can do with a life that is fully consecrated to Him. Readers will be inspired by Taylor's unwavering faith and his passion for spreading the love of Christ.

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Jess M. Brallier, Who H.Q., Robert Andrew Parker

Who Was Albert Einstein?

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Recommendation: Who Was Albert Einstein? is perfect for curious minds who want to learn about one of the greatest scientific minds of all time, exploring his life in an engaging and fun way. This book highlights the unique features of Albert Einstein's life, including his struggles as a student and his genius mind that changed the world.

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Simon Wells

The Beatles - 365 Days

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This book is a must-read for die-hard Beatles fans, as it offers a unique perspective through rare, behind-the-scenes photos of the iconic band. The book chronicles the Beatles' career from their early days in the British pop music scene in 1963 to their public break up in 1970. The photos capture candid moments of the band members, providing insight into their personal lives and creative process. Reviewed by fans as a visually stunning and nostalgic journey through the Beatles' rise to fame.

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Nicolas Slonimsky, Richard Kostelanetz

The Portable Baker's Biographical Dictionary of Musicians

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An Wang

Lesson Autobiography-P

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"Lesson Autobiography-P is a great read for those interested in entrepreneurship, leadership, and the importance of values. Dr. An Wang's firsthand account of building a successful multinational company is inspiring and educational. His emphasis on honesty, hard work, and integrity is a valuable lesson for anyone looking to succeed in business. The book is well-written and easy to read, making it accessible to anyone interested in the subject matter."

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Eric Lomax

The Railway Man

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The Railway Man is a moving autobiography that will speak to readers who appreciate gripping stories of emotional and physical endurance. Lomax is a master storyteller who illustrates how forgiveness can be a beginning point of healing. Readers will appreciate the way Lomax presents the conflicted emotions that result when trauma is revisited decades later. The book is highly recommended for readers looking to gain insight into the human psyche and how forgiveness and closure can be empowering even in the most horrific situations.

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Mary-Ann Kirkby

I Am Hutterite : The Fascinating True Story of a Young Woman's Journey to Reclaim Her Heritage

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A fascinating journey into the heart and culture of a reclusive religious community. I Am Hutterite takes readers into the hidden heart of the little-known Hutterite colony in southern Manitoba where author Mary-Ann Kirkby spent her childhood. When she was ten years old her parents packed up their seven children and a handful of possessions and left the security of the colony to start a new life. Overnight they were thrust into a world they didn't understand, a world that did not understand them. Before she left the colony Mary-Ann had never tasted macaroni and cheese or ridden a bike. She had never heard of Walt Disney or rock-and-roll. She was forced to reinvent herself, denying her heritage to fit in with her peers. With great humor, Kirkby describes how she adapted to popular culture; and with raw honesty her family's deep sense of loss for their community. More than a history lesson, I Am Hutterite is a powerful tale of retracing steps and understanding how our beginnings often define us.  Controversial and acclaimed by the Hutterite community, Kirkby's book unveils the rich history and traditions of her people, giving us a rare and intimate portrait of an extraordinary way of life.

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Alastair Humphreys

Thunder and Sunshine : Riding Home from Patagonia

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Alastair Humphreys' round the world journey of 46,000 miles was an old-fashioned adventure: long, lonely, low-budget and spontaneous. Cycling across five continents and sailing over the oceans, his ride took four years to complete, on a tiny budget of hoarded student loans. "Thunder and Sunshine" is the final part of the remarkable expedition. Having pedalled through the Middle East and Africa and to Cape Town. He still had to cross to South America and ride upto Canada across Siberia and back through Europe to finish his journey. In many ways, this was only the beginning. "Thunder and Sunshine" recounts an epic journey that succeeded through Humphreys' trust in the kindness of strangers, at a time where the interactions of our global community are more confused and troubled than ever.

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Norman F. Cantor

Inventing the Middle Ages

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The Lives, Works, and Ideas of the Great Medievalists of the Twentieth CenturyIn this ground-breaking work, Norman Cantor explains how our current notion of the Middle Ages-with its vivid images of wars, tournaments, plagues, saints and kings, knights and ladies-was born in the twentieth century. The medieval world was not simply excavated through systematic research. It had to be conceptually created: It had to be invented, and this is the story of that invention.Norman Cantor focuses on the lives and works of twenty of the great medievalists of this century, demonstrating how the events of their lives, and their spiritual and emotional outlooks, influenced their interpretations of the Middle Ages. Cantor makes their scholarship an intensely personal and passionate exercise, full of color and controversy, displaying the strong personalities and creative minds that brought new insights about the past.A revolution in academic method, this book is a breakthrough to a new way of teaching the humanities and historiography, to be enjoyed by student and general public alike. It takes an immense body of learning and transmits it so that readers come away fully informed of the essentials of the subject, perceiving the interconnection of medieval civilization with the culture of the twentieth century and having had a good time while doing it! This is a riveting, entertaining, humorous, and learned read, compulsory for anyone concerned about the past and future of Western civilization.

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Frank Warren

The Secret Lives of Men and Women : A Postsecret Book

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New York Times  Bestseller Postsecret.com founder Frank Warren is back with an irresistible addition to his bestselling PostSecret series. For The Secret Lives of Men and Women, Warren has selected a never-before-seen collection of postcards bearing the explosive confessions and captivating revelations of men and women everywhere. Created using photographs, collages, illustrations, and more, the handmade cards offer a compelling dialogue on some of today’s most provocative topics—from marriage and infidelity, to parenting, office politics, repressed fantasies, and even abortion—daring us to consider how well we really know our friends, family, even ourselves.

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Keith Richards, KEITH RICHARDS 'MICK JAGGER

According to The Rolling Stones

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According to the Rolling Stones hews closely to the formula set in 2000 by the publication of The Beatles Anthology. Like its predecessor, it's a beautiful coffee-table tome with hundreds of gorgeous photographs--from childhood pictures of Mick Jagger and Keith Richards to concert shots from the 40 Licks Tour. The text is taken from recent interviews with the band's four latter-day members (Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, Charlie Watts and Ronnie Wood). Notably missing, however, is any contribution from former bassist Bill Wyman, who left the band in the early 90s and published his own history of the band in 2002, Rolling with the Stones. Where Wyman is an obsessive collector and diarist, the other Stones are more impressionistic in their memories, lending an approach to history as casual as the band's concerts are rigorously planned and staged. The first half of the Stones' story has plenty of high drama (tours through the segregated South, Brian Jones's death, Altamont), which no-one seems eager to reflect on deeply. (Watts is the only one even to mention Altamont.) The more recent years have seen a long string of ever-more successful tours and ever-less popular albums, interrupted only by Jagger and Richards' near divorce in the 80s, plus rehab stints for Watts and Wood. While The Beatles Anthologyoffered the surviving members' interpretations of their experiences at a distance of 30 or more years, the Stones are still living the tale they're trying to tell--and they aren't always the most self-aware narrators. Or generous: Wyman's three-decade tenure is given short shrift, but the book finds enough space for some unnecessary digs (Wyman has "tiny hands" we're told and an "almost effeminate" style of playing).To flesh out the band members' own recollections, the book also contains 13 essays from music-industry friends (Ahmet Ertegun, Marshall Chess), collaborators (Don Was), famous fans (Sheryl Crow, novelist Carl Hiaasen) and even the band's financial advisor for the past 33 years, Prince Rupert Lowenstein. Their views are sometimes fascinating (the unvarnished perspective of Crawdaddy Club owner Giorgio Gomelsky, the well-told stories of art bon vivant Christopher Gibbs), but just as often self-indulgent or sycophantic. Fans looking for an artfully designed volume of photos spanning the Stones' career won't be disappointed. Anyone seeking a comprehensive history of the band may want to wait for the band's definitive biography, which has been attempted many times but has yet to be written. --Keith Moerer

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Janet Benge, Geoff Benge

David Livingstone: Africa's Trailblazer : Christian Heroes: Then & Now

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"Each true story in this series by outstanding authors Janet and Geoff Benge is loved by adults and children alike. More Christian Heroes: Then & Now biographies and unit study curriculum guides are coming soon. Fifty-five books are planned, and thousands of families have started their collections Braving danger and hardship, David Livingstone crisscrossed vast uncharted regions of Africa to open new frontiers and spread the message of the gospel to all who would listen (1813-1873).

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Gitta Sereny

Albert Speer: His Battle with Truth

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This book is a must-read for history buffs who want an inside look into the mind of one of the most infamous Nazis, Albert Speer. Sereny's use of unpublished manuscripts and conversations with Speer himself provide a unique perspective on the inner turmoil of someone deeply involved in the atrocities of the Third Reich. The book also offers a captivating portrayal of Hitler's inner circle and the complexities of good and evil in society.

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Alphonse Mucha

Alphonse Mucha : Posters and Photographs

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This book contains 157 illustrations, 40 in color, and three Alphonse His Life and Work by Jiri Mucha; Mucha's Paris by Aaron Scharf; Mucha and the Camera by Marina Henderson.

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Peter Bodo, Pete Sampras

A Champion's Mind : Lessons from a Life in Tennis

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Pete Sampras is arguably the greatest tennis player ever, a man whose hard-nosed work ethic led to an unprecedented number one world ranking for 286 weeks, and whose prodigious talent made possible a record-setting fourteen Grand Slam titles. While his more vocal rivals sometimes grabbed the headlines, Pete always preferred to let his racket do the talking. Until now. In A Champion’s Mind, the tennis great who so often exhibited visible discomfort with letting people “inside his head” finally opens up. An athletic prodigy, Pete resolved from his earliest playing days never to let anything get in the way of his love for the game. But while this single-minded determination led to tennis domination, success didn’t come without a price. The constant pressure of competing on the world’s biggest stage” in the unblinking eye of a media machine hungry for more than mere athletic greatness” took its toll. Here for the first time Pete speaks freely about what it was like to possess what he calls “the Gift.” He writes about the personal trials he faced” including the death of a longtime coach and confidant” and the struggles he gutted his way through while being seemingly on top of the world. Among the book’s most riveting scenes are an early devastating loss to Stefan Edberg that led Pete to make a monastic commitment to delivering on his natural talent; a grueling, four-hour-plus match against Alex Corretja during which Pete became seriously ill; fierce on-court battles with rival and friend Andre Agassi; and the triumphant last match of Pete’s career at the finals of the 2002 U.S. Open. In A Champion’s Mind, one of the most revered, successful, and intensely private players in the history of tennis offers an intimate look at the life of an elite athlete.

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Janet Lowe

Welch : An American Icon

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A rare perspective on the personal philosophy, business savvy, and future of the chairman of the most admired company in the worldJack Welch, chairman of General Electric, is due to retire this spring. Welch has transported GE into the new economy with his management style, his forward-thinking approach to new technology, and by encouraging creativity among his employees. This book provides a look at what the innovative powerhouse executive has brought to American business and what will ultimately be his legacy. Thorough, authoritative, and absorbing, Welch: An American Icon includes interviews with CEOs at other leading companies who have worked under Welch and been trained by him, as well as interviews with other GE executives.Janet Lowe (Del Mar, CA) is an investment writer and author who has written sixteen business and biographical works, including the recent Damn Right!: Behind the Scenes with Berkshire-Hathaway Billionaire Charlie Munger (0-471-24473-2). Ms. Lowe is past editor of the San Diego Daily Transcript and Financial Editor of the San Diego Tribune. More than 200 of her business articles have appeared in such publications as Newsweek, the Christian Science Monitor, Los Angeles Times, and the San Francisco Chronicle.

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Chris Chase, Jean-Claude Baker

Josephine Baker : The Hungry Heart

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Based on twenty years of research and thousands of interviews, this authoritative biography of performer Josephine Baker (1906-1975) provides a candid look at her tempestuous life. Born into poverty in St. Louis, the uninhibited chorus girl became the sensation of Europe and the last century's first black sex symbol. A heroine of the French Resistance in World War II, she entranced figures as diverse as de Gaulle, Tito, Castro, Princess Grace, two popes, and Martin Luther King, Jr.Yet Josephine was also, as one critic put it, "a monster who made Joan Crawford look like the Virgin Mary." Jean-Claude Baker's book also reveals her outbursts that resulted in lasting feuds, her imperious treatment of family and entourage members, and her ambivalent attitudes concerning her ethnic background.Reconciling Josephine's many personas―Jazz-age icon, national hero of France, proponent of Civil Rights, mother of children from across the globe― Josephine: The Hungry Heart gives readers the inside story on a star unlike any other before or since.

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Nelson Mandela : A Biography

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This book would be a good read for anyone who wants to learn about the life and struggles of Nelson Mandela, from his early days to his rise as a political leader. The book provides a detailed account of his fight against apartheid in South Africa, from his imprisonment on Robben Island to his release and subsequent election as president. The author portrays the complexities and contradictions of Mandela's personality, from his human flaws to his remarkable resilience and strength of character in the face of adversity. Overall, this book is an insightful and informative biography that sheds light on one of the most influential figures of the 20th century.

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Richard N. Goodwin

Remembering America : A Voice from the Sixties

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Remembering America: A Voice from the Sixties offers unique and insightful perspectives on the political climate of the 1960s through the eyes of Richard N. Goodwin. It provides captivating portraits of influential political figures of the time such as John Kennedy, Lyndon Johnson, Eugene McCarthy, and Robert Kennedy while also delving into their presidential campaigns. The book is perfect for those interested in American politics, history, and the 1960s.

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Hilary Lewis, Philip Johnson, Stephen Fox

Architecture of Philip Johnson

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This book is the ultimate tribute to the influential architect Philip Johnson. With over 400 stunning photographs, you'll be captivated by the incredible designs that have shaped the 20th century. Whether you're a professional architect or simply appreciate the beauty of buildings, this book offers a comprehensive visual journey that will inspire and awe. Get ready to immerse yourself in the world of Philip Johnson and discover the extraordinary impact his work has had on the way we live, work, and play.

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Amy Tan

The Opposite of Fate

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A personal account of life as seen through the eyes of one of America's best-loved novelists. Over the course of her writing life, Amy Tan's essays and articles have appeared in numerous magazines, journals and anthologies, much to the delight of her fans. Here she has put together her musings on what she sees as the opposi

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Paul Auster

Collected Prose

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This book would be a good read for someone who appreciates introspective and thought-provoking essays. Paul Auster's collection of prose offers a deep dive into a wide range of subjects, from famous literary figures to personal experiences. The unique appeal of this book lies in Auster's ability to blend his personal reflections with insightful observations about the world around him, particularly his beloved New York City. Dive into this collection to embark on a literary journey filled with wit, wisdom, and a profound understanding of human experiences.

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Josef Koudelka, Bernard Cuau

Josef Koudelka

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Handsome and collectible, the books are produced to the highest standards. Each volume contains full-page reproductions printed in superb duotone, together with a critical introduction and a full bibliography. Now back in print, the series was awarded the first annual prize for distinguished photographic books by the International Center of Photography.Born in Czechoslovakia in 1938, Koudelka left the country in 1968 and was awarded asylum in England. He had already produced two first-class reportages, one on the Prague Spring and its aftermath and the other on gypsy communities in Romania. This book confirms and illustrates Koudelka's powerful gift for exposing conditions in the European social, political, and physical landscape.

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Tetsu Saiwai

The 14th Dalai Lama : A Graphic Biography

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This graphic novel biography is an introduction to the leader of the Tibetan government-in-exile. Born in 1935 to a peasant family in a small village, Tenzin Gyatso was recognized at the age of two as the reincarnation of his predecessor, the Thirteenth Dalai Lama. In 1950, His Holiness assumed full political power when China invaded Tibet-a tragedy that forever changed him and shaped his efforts on behalf of world peace, for which he was award the Nobel Peace Prize.

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Marly Cornell

Seeds For Change - The Lives And Work Of Suri And Edda Sehgal

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Seeds for Change could be a good read for those interested in learning about the experiences of refugees who become successful and make a meaningful impact on the world. The book is a chronicle of Suri and Edda Sehgal's journey from escaping dangerous circumstances as children to becoming successful business leaders and philanthropists. The book is particularly inspiring because it showcases their commitment to helping others as their life-long legacy.

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Ram Tiwary

99 Months: The Case of the Sydney Double Murders

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Two Singaporeans, Tony Tan Poh Chuan and Tay Chow Lyang who were studying at the University of New South Wales in Sydney were brutally murdered in their apartment in 2003. They had been stabbed and beaten to death. Their housemate and fellow Singaporean Ram Tiwary was arrested for their murders. Although he told the court he was asleep in his room at the time, he was subsequently found guilty and sentenced to life imprisonment without parole in 2006. The case went through a retrial in 2009 but the verdict was the same. In 2012 the New South Wales Court of Criminal Appeal overturned the earlier conviction and he was released after spending 8 years in jail.Ram Tiwary returned to Singapore in 2012 following his release. Although a free man, the memories as well as the experience of the 99 months of incarceration still continue to haunt him today. This is Ram Tiwary's story of the events on the day of the murders, the two trials, life in prison and the appeal process until his acquittal.

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Digby Fairweather, Ian Carr, Brian Priestley

Jazz - The Essential Companion

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This book is a great companion for Jazz enthusiasts, as it provides a comprehensive guide that covers the history, instruments, and great musicians of Jazz. The book is well-researched, and its authors have excellent credentials in the field of music. The book is easy to read and presents information in a clear and engaging manner, making it a must-read for anyone interested in Jazz.

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Tita Larasati

Coming Home

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After being away from her home country of Indonesia for almost a decade, Tita Larasati returns to Bandung, with her Dutch husband and two young kids in tow.As the family adjusts to life in Bandung, Tita also rediscovers her hometown from a fresh perspective.Comprising little vignettes of her daily musings and adventures—with food, public transport and the unwanted house lizard—this charming graphic diary captures the author's humour and refreshing outlook on life.

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Margaret Thatcher

Statecraft : Strategies for Changing World

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Statecraft is a must-read for anyone interested in international relations and politics. Margaret Thatcher provides insightful observations and guidance on how Western powers can counter threats posed by rogue states, Islamic extremism, international terrorism, and other instability hotspots. She also offers guidance for the future while warning against over-reliance on international institutions at the expense of nation-states.

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Leander Kahney

Inside Steve's Brain

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"Inside Steve's Brain" offers an insightful look into the mind of the late Steve Jobs, showcasing the very traits that lead Apple and Pixar to success. This book provides a unique perspective on his business philosophy and leadership style, making it a must-read for anyone interested in understanding how to build a culture of innovation.

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Bob Woodward

Plan of Attack

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Investigative reporter Bob Woodward had unusual access to the Bush White House in researching and writing this insider account of the George W. Bush administration's march to war against Saddam Hussein. While almost all of his many sources spoke off the record (an exception being the President), Woodward's narrative of even

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