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Alain de Botton

The Art of Travel

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The Art of Travel is a thought-provoking book that delves into how travel can bring meaning and purpose to our lives. Alain de Botton presents a philosophical and reflective perspective on travel, which can make readers question their own motivations for exploring the world. His writing style is engaging and humorous, making the book an enjoyable read. If you're looking for a book that challenges how you think about travel, and puts into words some of the intangible aspects of it, then The Art of Travel is for you.

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Neil Strauss

The Truth - An Uncomfortable Book About Relationships

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Neil Strauss became famous to millions around the world as the author of The Game, a funny and slyly instructive account of how he transformed himself from a scrawny, insecure nerd into the ultra-confident, ultra-successful “pickup artist” known as Style. The book jump-started the international “seduction community,” and made Strauss a household name—revered or notorious—among single men and women alike.But the experience of writing The Game also transformed Strauss into a man who could have what every man wants: the ability to date or have casual sex with almost every woman he met. The results were heady, to be sure. But they also conditioned him to view the world as a kind of constant parade of women, sex, and opportunity—with intimacy and long-term commitment taking a back seat. That is, until he met the woman who forced him to choose between herself and the parade. The choice was not only difficult, it was wrenching. It forced him deep into his past, to confront not only the moral dimensions of his pickup lifestyle, but also a wrenching mystery in his childhood that shaped the man that he became. It sent him into extremes of behavior that exposed just how conflicted his life had become. And it made him question everything he knew about himself, and about the way men and women live with and without each other.He would never be the same again.Searingly honest, compulsively readable, this book may have the same effect on you.

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Shawn Michaels, David L. Thomas

Wrestling for My Life : The Legend, the Reality, and the Faith of a WWE Superstar

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This book offers a unique glimpse into the world of professional wrestling, but also delves into the personal journey of Shawn Michaels as he navigates the highs and lows of fame and finds solace in his faith. With never-before-shared stories and insights, it's a must-read for wrestling fans and anyone seeking inspiration in their own struggles.

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Leon Leyson, Marilyn J. Harran, Elisabeth B. Leyson

The Boy on the Wooden Box : How the Impossible Became Possible....on Schindler's List

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"The Boy on the Wooden Box" tells the incredible story of Leon Leyson's survival during the Second World War, incredibly written with an exceptional level of grace and honesty that captures the terrible situation without resorting to bitterness. This book is a must-read for those interested in the Holocaust and the fight to survive in one of the most trying times in human history.

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Richard P. Feynman

Surely You're Joking Mr Feynman : Adventures of a Curious Character as Told to Ralph Leighton

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"Surely You're Joking Mr Feynman" is a book that provides an insight into the adventurous life of one of the world's greatest theoretical physicists - Richard Feynman. The book is a compilation of taped conversations between Feynman and his friend Ralph Leighton and highlights his unquenchable curiosity and eternal skepticism. Recommended for anyone who wants to understand the life and mindset behind one of the greatest minds of the 20th century.

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Oliver Sacks

On the Move : A Life

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When Oliver Sacks was twelve years old, a perceptive schoolmaster wrote in his report: “Sacks will go far, if he does not go too far.” It is now abundantly clear that Sacks has never stopped going. From its opening pages on his youthful obsession with motorcycles and speed, On the Move is infused with his restless energy. As he recounts his experiences as a young neurologist in the early 1960s, first in California, where he struggled with drug addiction, and then in New York, where he discovered a long-forgotten illness in the back wards of a chronic hospital, we see how his engagement with patients comes to define his life.With unbridled honesty and humor, Sacks shows us that the same energy that drives his physical passions—weight lifting and swimming—also drives his cerebral passions. He writes about his love affairs, both romantic and intellectual; his guilt over leaving his family to come to America; his bond with his schizophrenic brother; and the writers and scientists—Thom Gunn, A. R. Luria, W. H. Auden, Gerald M. Edelman, Francis Crick—who influenced him. On the Move is the story of a brilliantly unconventional physician and writer—and of the man who has illuminated the many ways that the brain makes us human.

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Zainab Salbi

Freedom Is an Inside Job : Owning Our Darkness and Our Light to Heal Ourselves and the World

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From n ational bestselling author and humanitarian Zainab Salbi, a powerful look at what happens when we heal our shadows and align with our core values."May this book help create bridges to a much bigger and kinder world." ―Gloria Steinem, author of My Life on the Road and Revolution from Within"If you want to know what true self-power is, then read this book. It will open your inner eye to the beauty of your own being." ―Deepak Chopra, MD, author of The Healing Self and The Seven Spiritual Laws of SuccessHow can we transform our collective fear and the deep divisions between us into meaningful change? In Freedom Is an Inside Job, bestselling author, humanitarian, and TV personality Zainab Salbi shares that to transform our outer world, we must turn towards our inner world.After years of working as a successful CEO and change-maker, Salbi realized that if she wanted to confront and heal the shadows of the world, she needed to face her own shadows first. Holding nothing back, Salbi shares pivotal moments from her personal life alongside poignant and fascinating stories from her encounters around the world. Through her stories, we learn that if we want to create real change, we need to heal the inconsistencies within our own values, actions, and goals.As Salbi explores her own riveting journey to wholeness, readers learn how embarking on such a journey enables each of us to create the world we want to live in. "So long as we are conflicted within, we will continue to have conflict without," writes Salbi. "If we want to change the world, we need to begin with ourselves. This is the path to freedom."

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Peter Slevin

Michelle Obama : A Life

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This is the inspiring story of a modern American icon, the first comprehensive account of the life and times of Michelle Obama.With disciplined reporting and a storyteller’s eye for revealing detail, Peter Slevin follows Michelle to the White House from her working-class childhood on Chicago’s largely segregated South Side. He illuminates her tribulations at Princeton University and Harvard Law School during the racially charged 1980s and the dilemmas she faced in Chicago while building a high-powered career, raising a family, and helping a young community organizer named Barack Obama become president of the United States.From the lessons she learned in Chicago to the messages she shares as one of the most recognizable women in the world, the story of this First Lady is the story of America. Michelle A Life is a fresh and compelling view of a woman of unique achievement and purpose.

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Robert Macfarlane, Nan Shepherd

The Living Mountain : A Celebration of the Cairngorm Mountains of Scotland

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Recommendation: The Living Mountain is a must-read for anyone who loves nature and the outdoors. Nan Shepherd's poetic prose captures the essence of the Cairngorm mountains of Scotland - from its rocks and rivers to its creatures and hidden aspects. Her unique perspective of nature as both breathtakingly beautiful and shockingly harsh is both humbling and inspiring. Reading this book will make you appreciate the magnificence of mountains and the wild world around us.

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Damien Echols

Life After Death : Eighteen Years on Death Row

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In 1993 three teenagers, Damien Echols, Jason Baldwin and Jessie Miskelley Jr were arrested and charged with the murders of three eight-year-old boys in West Memphis, Arkansas. The ensuing trial was rife with inconsistencies, false testimony and superstition. Echols was accused of, among other things, practising witchcraft and satanic rituals – a result of the “satanic panic” prevalent in the media at the time. Baldwin and Miskelley were sentenced to life in prison. Echols, deemed the ringleader, was sentenced to death. He was eighteen years old.In a shocking reversal of events, all three were suddenly released in August 2011. This is Damien Echols' story in full: from abuses by prison guards and wardens, to descriptions of inmates and deplorable living conditions, to the incredible reserves of patience, spirituality, and perseverance that kept him alive and sane for nearly two decades. Echols also writes about his complicated and painful childhood. Like Dead Man Walking, Life After Death is destined to be a classic.

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Cathy Rentzenbrink

A Manual for Heartache

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"When Cathy Rentzenbrink was still a teenager, her happy family was torn apart by an unthinkable tragedy. In A Manual for Heartache she describes how she learnt to live with grief and loss and find joy in the world again. She explores how to cope with life at its most difficult and overwhelming and how we can emerge from suffering forever changed, but filled with hope.This is a moving, warm and uplifting book that offers solidarity and comfort to anyone going through a painful time, whatever it might be. It's a book that will help to soothe an aching heart and assure its readers that they're not alone."

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Fumio Sasaki

Goodbye, Things : On Minimalist Living

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'There's happiness in having less. If you are anything like how I used to be - miserable, constantly comparing yourself with others, or just believing your life sucks - I think you should try saying goodbye to some of your things'Fumio Sasaki is a writer in his thirties who lives in a tiny studio in Tokyo with three shirts, four pairs of trousers, four pairs of socks and not much else. A few years ago, he realised that owning so much stuff was weighing him down - so he started to get rid of it.In this hit Japanese bestseller, Sasaki explores the philosophy behind minimalism and offers a set of straightforward rules - discard it if you haven't used it in a year; be a borrower; find your uniform; keep photos of the things you love - that can help all of us lead simpler, happier, more fulfilled lives.

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Cyril Wong

Here and Beyond: 12 Stories

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Here and Beyond is a collection of poignant and thought-provoking stories that delve into the intricacies of human relationships. From forbidden love to unresolved family conflicts, these twelve tales will leave you contemplating the meaning of life and the power of connections. Recommended for readers who enjoy introspective and emotionally engaging reads.

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Malcolm X, Alex Haley

The Autobiography of Malcolm X

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The Autobiography of Malcolm X is a book that speaks of the journey of a young man who transforms his life going from being a notorious street hustler to a powerful and inspiring cultural icon. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in learning about the struggles and strengths of African-Americans during the Civil Rights Movement. It captures the essence of Black identity, pride, and hope.

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Anthony Bourdain

Kitchen Confidential : Adventures in the Culinary Underbelly

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If you're a food enthusiast who relishes behind-the-scenes stories of the culinary world, "Kitchen Confidential" is a must-read. Anthony Bourdain's candid memoir takes you on a wild journey through the underbelly of restaurants, from his humble beginnings as a dishwasher to his rise as a renowned chef. With his no-holds-barred storytelling and wicked sense of humor, Bourdain exposes the hidden truths of the industry, all while making you salivate for more. Prepare to have your taste buds tantalized and your funny bone tickled.

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Cairns Craig

Iain Banks's Complicity : A Reader's Guide

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This guide to Iain Banks's "Complicity" provides valuable insights for those studying the novel or fans of Banks's style of writing. It offers a comprehensive biography of the author, a thorough analysis of the novel, and a comparison between the book and the movie adaptation, making it an excellent resource for book clubs or individuals seeking to understand the key themes of the novel and its place in contemporary literature.

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Augusten Burroughs

Running With Scissors

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This is the story of a boy whose mother (a poet with delusions of grandeur) gave him away to be raised by her psychiatrist, a dead ringer for Santa Claus and a certifiable lunatic into the bargain. Suddenly at the age of 12, Augusten found himself living in a dilapidated Victorian house in perfect squalor. The doctor's biza

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James Baldwin, Edward P. Jones

Notes of a Native Son

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A new edition of the book many have called James Baldwin’s most influential workWritten during the 1940s and early 1950s, when Baldwin was only in his twenties, the essays collected in Notes of a Native Son capture a view of black life and black thought at the dawn of the civil rights movement and as the movement slowly gained strength through the words of one of the most captivating essayists and foremost intellectuals of that era. Writing as an artist, activist, and social critic, Baldwin probes the complex condition of being black in America. With a keen eye, he examines everything from the significance of the protest novel to the motives and circumstances of the many black expatriates of the time, from his home in “The Harlem Ghetto” to a sobering “Journey to Atlanta.”Notes of a Native Son inaugurated Baldwin as one of the leading interpreters of the dramatic social changes erupting in the United States in the twentieth century, and many of his observations have proven almost prophetic. His criticism on topics such as the paternalism of white progressives or on his own friend Richard Wright’s work is pointed and unabashed. He was also one of the few writing on race at the time who addressed the issue with a powerful mixture of outrage at the gross physical and political violence against black citizens and measured understanding of their oppressors, which helped awaken a white audience to the injustices under their noses. Naturally, this combination of brazen criticism and unconventional empathy for white readers won Baldwin as much condemnation as praise.Notes is the book that established Baldwin’s voice as a social critic, and it remains one of his most admired works. The essays collected here create a cohesive sketch of black America and reveal an intimate portrait of Baldwin’s own search for identity as an artist, as a black man, and as an American.

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Sy Montgomery

The Soul of an Octopus : A Surprising Exploration Into the Wonder of Consciousness

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In pursuit of the wild, solitary, predatory octopus, popular naturalist Sy Montgomery has practiced true immersion journalism. From New England aquarium tanks to the reefs of French Polynesia and the Gulf of Mexico, she has befriended octopuses with strikingly different personalities—gentle Athena, assertive Octavia, curious Kali, and joyful Karma. Each creature shows her cleverness in myriad ways: escaping enclosures like an orangutan; jetting water to bounce balls; and endlessly tricking companions with multiple “sleights of hand” to get food.Scientists have only recently accepted the intelligence of dogs, birds, and chimpanzees but now are watching octopuses solve problems and are trying to decipher the meaning of the animal’s color-changing techniques. With her “joyful passion for these intelligent and fascinating creatures” (Library Journal Editors’ Spring Pick), Montgomery chronicles the growing appreciation of this mollusk as she tells a unique love story. By turns funny, entertaining, touching, and profound, The Soul of an Octopus reveals what octopuses can teach us about the meeting of two very different minds.

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Viktor E. Frankl

Man's Search For Meaning : The classic tribute to hope from the Holocaust

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One of the outstanding classics to emerge from the Holocaust, Man's Search for Meaning is Viktor Frankl's story of his struggle for survival in Auschwitz and other Nazi concentration camps. Today, this remarkable tribute to hope offers us an avenue to finding greater meaning and purpose in our own lives.(back cover)

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Tony Langham, Ruud van der Rol, Rian Verhoeven

Anne Frank, Beyond The Diary - A Photographic Remembrance

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Recommendation: This book is a unique memoir of Anne Frank's life with real photographs that make it an emotional and gripping experience. Readers interested in history and personal accounts of World War II would find this book a worthy read. The photographs capture the true essence of Anne's story, making it easier for readers to connect with her life and struggles.

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Ta-Nehisi Coates

We Were Eight Years in Power : 'One of the foremost essayists on race in the West' Nikesh Shukla, author of The Good Immigrant

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THE NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER'I've been wondering who might fill the intellectual void after James Baldwin died. Clearly it is Ta-Nehisi Coates' Toni Morrison'Searing. One of the foremost essayists on race in the West... [He] is responsible for some of the most important writing about what it is to be black in America today' Nikesh Shukla, editor of The Good ImmigrantAn essential account of modern America, from Obama to Trump, from black lives matter to white supremacists rising - by the bestselling author of Between the World and MeObama's presidency was a watershed moment in American history. From 2008-2016, the leader of the free world was a black man. In those eight years, Obama transformed the conversation around race, gender, class and wealth - inspiring hope but also attracting criticism and breeding discontent.In this unflinching book, Ta-Nehisi Coates takes stock of Obama's eight years in power, through such iconic, unmissable essays as 'Fear of a Black President' and 'The Case for Reparations'. His account traverses the intersections of the political, the ideological and the cultural, presenting an America in radical flux and yet still in the grip of racial injustice, class warfare and institutional conspiracy. And it reflects on the author's own journey through these eight years, charting the public through the private in passages of startling intimate and piercingly relevant memoir.Ta-Nehisi Coates is one of our most brilliant, most fearless and most essential living writers - and his work is crucial to understanding race in America today.Finalist for the Los Angeles Book Prize 2018Longlisted for the Andrew Carnegie Medal for Excellence 2018RAVE READER REVIEWS:'Brilliantly written, incisive, and extremely relevant. Read it with your families, use it in your classrooms, give copies to your friends' (Liz)'Coates thinks more deeply and writes more clearly about the national tragedy and disgrace that is our collective failure to confront the legacy of White Supremacy than just about anyone... I can't recommend it highly enough' (Worddancer Redux)'Every white person who wants to really know how it looks from 'the other side' should take on the responsibility of reading Coates' eye-opening, informative book... A must read for everyone of every colour' (Indy JV)'A masterful understanding of how the USA really works' (shedgirl)'If you want to know the wellsprings of racism in America - then read this book!' (David C. R. Hancock)

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William Kamkwamba

The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind

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NOW A MAJOR MOTION PICTURED DIRECTED BY AND STARRING CHIWETEL EJIOFOR – AVAILABLE ON NETFLIX When William Kamkwamba was just 14 years old, his family told him that he must leave school and come home to work on the farm – they could no longer afford his fees. This is his story of how he found a way to make a difference, how he bought light to his family and village, and hope to his nation.Malawi is a country battling AIDS, drought and famine, and in 2002, a season of floods, followed by the most severe famine in fifty years, brought it to its knees. Like the majority of the population, William's family were farmers. They were totally reliant on the maize crop. By the end of 2001, after many lean and difficult years, there was no more crop. They were running out of food – had nothing to sell – and had months until they would be able to harvest their crop again.Forced to leave school at 14 years old, with no hope of raising the funds to go again, William resorted to borrowing books from the small local library to continue his education. One day, browsing the titles, he picked up a book about energy, with a picture of a wind turbine on the front cover. Fascinated by science and electricity, but knowing little more about the technology, William decided to build his own. Ridiculed by those around him, and exhausted from his work in the fields every day, and using nothing more than bits of scrap metal, old bicycle parts and wood from the blue gum tree, he slowly built his very own windmill.This windmill has changed the world in which William and his family live. Only 2 per cent of Malawi has electricity; William's windmill now powers the lightbulbs and radio for his compound. He has since built more windmills for his school and his village.When news of William's invention spread, people from across the globe offered to help him. Soon he was re-enrolled in college and travelling to America to visit wind farms. This is his incredible story.William's dream is that other African's will learn to help themselves – one windmill and one light bulb at a time – and that maybe one day they will be able to power their own computers, and use the internet, and see for themselves how his life has changed after picking up that book in the library.

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Mitch Albom

Tuesdays with Morrie : An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson, 20th Anniversary Edition

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

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Hannah Jane Parkinson

The Joy of Small Things : 'A not-so-small joy in itself.' Nigella Lawson

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"The Joy of Small Things" can be a good read for those seeking to find happiness and contentment in the everyday experiences of life. Hannah Jane Parkinson, through her own experiences, teaches us to find joy in seemingly insignificant things. The book is a love letter to the small pleasures of life that often go unnoticed. Parkinson's writing is relatable, easy to read and witty, making it a great daily diversion.

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Tyler Oakley

Binge

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Binge could be a good read for anyone who enjoys comedic and personal essays. Tyler Oakley's witty and hilarious anecdotes will keep readers engaged, while also shedding light on serious topics such as social justice and LGBTQ+ rights. One of the most unique and distinctive features of this book is Oakley's ability to gracefully blend humor with social commentary. Overall, readers will likely find Binge to be an entertaining, insightful, and heartfelt compilation of personal stories.

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Elizabeth Gilbert

Eat Pray Love Made Me Do It : Life Journeys Inspired by the Bestselling Memoir

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This book is perfect for individuals seeking inspiration and an uplifting read. It consists of true stories from various people who have embarked on transformative journeys inspired by Elizabeth Gilbert's Eat Pray Love. These stories cover a range of experiences, from embracing motherhood to overcoming illness and fears, making this book a celebration of the human spirit. The unique feature of this book is its ability to inspire readers to pursue their passions and take risks towards self-discovery and fulfillment.

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Ibram X. Kendi

How To Be An Antiracist

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How to Be an Antiracist is a must-read for anyone interested in contributing to the formation of a just and equitable society. Kendi weaves together his own personal journey with ethics, history, law, and science to create a remarkable instruction manual on antiracism. He helps readers understand the poisonous consequences of racism and work towards opposing them in themselves and our systems.

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Melissa Fleming

A Hope More Powerful than the Sea

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A Hope More Powerful than the Sea is a powerful true story that sheds light on the Syrian refugee crisis through the journey of Doaa, who embodies the struggles and hope of millions in search of safety. It will leave you in awe of the resilience of the human spirit and inspired to advocate for the rights of refugees.

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Sophie Morgan

Diary of a Submissive : A Modern True Tale of Sexual Awakening

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In Diary of a Submissive, Sophie Morgan candidly explains what exactly an independent, 21st century woman gets out of relinquishing her power and personal freedom in a submissive relationship with a dominant man for their mutual sexual pleasure.In the wake of Fifty Shades of Grey, here is a memoir that offers the real story of what is means to be a submissive and follows Sophie’s story as she progresses from her early erotic experiences through to experimenting with her newfound awakened sexuality. From the endorphin rush of her first spanking right through to being collared, she explains in frank and explicit fashion her sexual explorations. But it isn’t until she meets James, a real life ‘Christian Grey,’ that her boundaries and sexual fetishism are really pushed. As her relationship with James travels into darker and darker places, the question becomes: Where will it end? Can Sophie reconcile her sexuality with the rest of her life, and is it possible for the perfect man to be perfectly cruel?Daring, controversial, and sensual, Diary of a Submissive is filled with a captivating warmth and astounding honesty such that no one— man or woman—will be able to put Sophie's story down.

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Svetlana Alexievich, Alma Lapinskienė, Keith Gessen

Voices From Chernobyl - The Oral History Of A Nuclear Disaster

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A recommended read for those seeking insights into one of the most catastrophic nuclear disasters in history, in the form of first-hand accounts from residents who survived. The book provides a deeply emotional and harrowing portrayal of the consequences of the Chernobyl disaster, leaving readers with a greater appreciation for the bravery and resilience of the people who lived through it.

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Benjamin Franklin, Peter Conn

The Autobiography of Benjamin Franklin : Penn Reading Project Edition

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Printer and publisher, author and educator, scientist and inventor, statesman and philanthropist, Benjamin Franklin was the very embodiment of the American type of self-made man. In 1771, at the age of 65, he sat down to write his autobiography, "having emerged from the poverty and obscurity in which I was born and bred to a state of affluence and some degree of reputation in the world, and having gone so far through life with a considerable share of felicity." The result is a classic of American literature.On the eve of the tercentenary of Franklin's birth, the university he founded has selected the Autobiography for the Penn Reading Project. Each year, for the past fifteen years, the University of Pennsylvania has chosen a single work that the entire incoming class, and a large segment of the faculty and staff, read and discuss together. For this occasion the University of Pennsylvania Press will publish a special edition of Franklin's Autobiography , including a new preface by University president Amy Gutmann and an introduction by distinguished scholar Peter Conn. The volume will also include four short essays by noted Penn professors as well as a chronology of Franklin's life and the text of Franklin's Proposals Relating to the Education of Youth in Pennsylvania , a document resulting in the establishment of an institution of higher education that ultimately became the University of Pennsylvania.No area of human endeavor escaped Franklin's keen attentions. His ideas and values, as Amy Gutmann notes in her remarks, have shaped the modern University of Pennsylvania profoundly, "more profoundly than have the founders of any other major university of college in the United States." Franklin believed that he had been born too soon. Readers will recognize that his spirit lives on at Penn today.Essay Richard R. Beeman, Paul Guyer, Michael Weisberg, and Michael Zuckerman.

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Bernard Sumner

Chapter and Verse : New Order, Joy Division and Me

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Founding member and guitarist of Joy Division and the lead singer of New Order, Bernard Sumner has been famous over the years for his reticence. Until now… An integral part of the Manchester music scene since the late 1970s, his is the definitive version of the events that created two of the most influential bands of all time. Chapter and Verse includes a vivid and illuminating account of Bernard’s Salford childhood, the early days of Joy Division, the band’s enormous critical and popular success, and the subsequent tragic death of Ian Curtis. Bernard describes the formation of New Order, takes us behind the scenes at the birth of classics such as 'Blue Monday' and gives his first-hand account of the ecstasy and the agony of the Haçienda days.Sometimes moving, often hilarious and occasionally completely out of control, this is a tale populated by some of the most colourful and creative characters in music history, such as Ian Curtis, Tony Wilson, Rob Gretton and Martin Hannett. Others have told parts of the story, in film and book form. Now, for the first time, Bernard Sumner gives you chapter and verse.

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Alain de Botton

The Art of Travel

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This book is for those seeking more than just a travel guide. It delves into the deeper meaning of travel and explores the emotional and philosophical aspects of our journeys. With insightful observations and thought-provoking reflections, Alain de Botton takes readers on a transformative exploration of the art of travel, offering a new perspective on why we travel and how it can enrich our lives. Whether you are a seasoned traveler or someone dreaming about your next adventure, this book will inspire you to see the world with fresh eyes and find beauty in the everyday.

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Amanda Lovelace, ladybookmad

the princess saves herself in this one

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This book could be a good read for young women who need inspiration to overcome challenges in their lives. The unique feature of the book is that it is a collection of empowering poetry that celebrates women's strength and resilience. The book also has a unique structure, with four parts that tell a story of personal growth, and a note to the reader that encourages them to create their own story. Users would likely appreciate the author's raw and honest reflections on topics such as love, loss, and healing. Overall, this book is a powerful and moving celebration of women's strength and resilience.

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Constance Briscoe

Ugly

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Constance's mother systematically abused her daughter throughout her childhood. Regularly beaten and starved, Constance tried to get herself taken into care without success and even drank bleach. When she was 13, her mother left her to fend for herself but Constance found the courage to survive and this is her story.

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Jeff Bauman

Stronger

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"Stronger" is an incredibly inspiring memoir about Jeff Bauman's triumphant journey of recovery after losing his legs in the Boston Marathon bombings. He shares his experiences with raw honesty and vulnerability, exploring the emotions and challenges he faced and how he managed to overcome them. The book is a testament to the power of resilience and determination, inspiring readers to never give up and always keep fighting, no matter what life throws their way.

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Shane Dawson

It Gets Worse : A Collection of Essays

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This book would be a great read for fans of Shane Dawson's YouTube channel or anyone who enjoys humorous memoirs. The book is filled with hilarious and relatable stories from his life, including his experiences with bisexuality and clashes with celebrities. The stories are told with honesty and vulnerability, making them both inspiring and entertaining.

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Michelle McNamara

I'll Be Gone in the Dark : The #1 New York Times Bestseller

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WINNER OF THE GOOD READS BEST NONFICTION BOOK OF THE YEAR AWARD 2018 THE NEW YORK TIMES #1 BESTSELLER SHORTLISTED FOR THE GORDON BURN PRIZE 2018 The masterful true crime account of the Golden State Killer - the serial rapist turned murderer who terrorised California for over a decade - from the late Michelle McNamara. I'll Be Gone in the Dark offers a unique snapshot of suburban West Coast America in the 1980s, and a chilling account of the wreckage left behind by a criminal mastermind. It is also a portrait of one woman's obsession and her unflagging pursuit of the truth, three decades later, in spite of the personal cost. Updated with material which takes in the extraordinary events that followed its initial publication, Michelle McNamara's first and last book is a contemporary classic - humane, haunting and heroic.

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Xinran

Message from an Unknown Chinese Mother : Stories of Loss and Love

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"Message from an Unknown Chinese Mother" is a poignant and heartwarming account of 10 women who had to give up their daughters for adoption. It sheds light on the dire consequences of China's one-child policy, age-old traditions, and economic struggles that have forced mothers to abandon their daughters. Xinran's storytelling style takes readers through a emotional journey, full of sorrow but also of hope and love. This book is highly recommended for anyone interested in understanding the plight of Chinese women and the lost daughters, and for adopted Chinese girls who want to know the story of their mothers and the love they had for them.

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Marina Nemat

Prisoner of Tehran : One Woman's Story of Survival Inside a Torture Jail

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Marina Nemat's peaceful childhood in Tehran was shattered when the Iranian Revolution of 1979 ushered in a new era of Islamic rule. After complaining to her teachers about lessons being replaced by Koran study, Marina was arrested late one evening. She was taken to the notorious prison, Evin, where she was interrogated and tortured. Aged sixteen, she was sentenced to death. Prisoner of Tehran is the astonishing account of one woman's remarkable courage in the face of terror and her quest for freedom.

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Charles Bukowski

On Writing

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Sharp and moving reflections and ruminations on the artistry and craft of writing from one of our most iconoclastic, riveting, and celebrated masters.Charles Bukowski’s stories, poems, and novels have left an enduring mark on our culture. In this collection of correspondence—letters to publishers, editors, friends, and fellow writers—the writer shares his insights on the art of creation.On Writing reveals an artist brutally frank about the drudgery of work and canny and uncompromising about the absurdities of life—and of art. It illuminates the hard-edged, complex humanity of a true American legend and counterculture icon—the “laureate of American lowlife” (Time)—who stoically recorded society’s downtrodden and depraved. It exposes an artist grounded in the visceral, whose work reverberates with his central ideal: “Don't try.”Piercing, poignant, and often hilarious, On Writing is filled not only with memorable lines but also with Bukowski’s trademark toughness, leavened with moments of grace, pathos, and intimacy.

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Lori Gottlieb

Maybe You Should Talk to Someone : the heartfelt, funny memoir by a New York Times bestselling therapist

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This book offers a unique glimpse into the world of therapy from both sides of the couch. The author shares her own therapy sessions, making the experience personal and relatable. With a mix of humor and wisdom, Maybe You Should Talk to Someone takes you on a journey of self-discovery and sheds light on the universal struggles we all face. It's a thought-provoking read that will leave you with a deeper understanding of the human psyche and the power of therapy.

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Larry Sloman, Mike Tyson

Undisputed Truth

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Undisputed Truth is recommended for sports enthusiasts and fans of memoirs. Mike Tyson's brutally honest accounts of his tumultuous life, from a bullied boy to becoming the youngest heavyweight champion, provide incredible insight into the pressures of fame and glory. The raw and often hilarious recount of his experiences, including his lows, add to the appeal of this book.

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William H. McRaven

Make Your Bed : Little Things That Can Change Your Life... and Maybe the World

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This book would be a good read for anyone who needs a motivating and inspiring push to set their life straight and achieve more. The book is based on a viral speech by Admiral McRaven and provides readers with ten valuable life lessons that he learnt from Navy Seal training. The book stresses the importance of discipline, hard work and a spirit of service and encourages readers to work towards changing their lives and ultimately the world.

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Bryan Mealer, William Kamkwamba

Boy Who Harnessed the Wind

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This book is perfect for those who seek inspiration from true stories. The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind is a story of determination and the human spirit. William Kamkwamba, a Malawian boy, defied the odds by building a windmill that brought electricity and running water to his village. His ingenuity and perseverance in the face of challenges will make readers believe in the power of human inventiveness.

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Lewis Hyde, Rainer Maria Rilke, Charlie Louth

Letters to a Young Poet

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In 1903, a student at a military academy sent some of his verses to a well-known Austrian poet, requesting an assessment of their value. The older artist, Rainer Maria Rilke (1875–1926), replied to the novice in this series of letters—an amazing archive of remarkable insights into the ideas behind Rilke's greatest poetry. The ten letters reproduced here were written during an important stage in Rilke's artistic development, and they contain many of the themes that later appeared in his best works. The poet himself afterwards stated that his letters contained part of his creative genius, making this volume essential reading for scholars, poetry lovers, and anyone with an interest in Rilke, German poetry, or the creative impulse.

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Frank McCourt

'Tis

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

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Kyle Carpenter, Don Yaeger

You Are Worth It - Building A Life Worth Fighting For

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This book is a must-read for anyone seeking inspiration and guidance in creating a life of purpose. Kyle Carpenter's powerful story of resilience and determination will leave you motivated to overcome obstacles and make every moment count. With his perspective as the youngest Medal of Honor recipient, Carpenter offers profound insights on resilience, self-worth, and the importance of fighting for your dreams. You Are Worth It is a truly remarkable memoir that will ignite the spark within you to build a life worth fighting for.

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Ben Mezrich

Bringing Down the House : The Inside Story of Six M.I.T. Students Who Took Vegas for Millions

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The book showcases the thrilling story of a group of MIT students who form a club to play Blackjack and develop their own card counting strategies. The book offers a glimpse into the world of casinos and the challenges faced by the students as they make millions and attract the wrath of the casino owners. A must-read for those interested in the world of gambling and intellectual pursuits.

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