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G. Francis Xavier

The World's Best Inspiring Stories

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The World's Best Inspiring Stories is an excellent read for anyone looking for a book that motivates and inspires. Dr. G. Francis Xavier has compiled a collection of stories and examples from his travels and readings, which are an effective way to make readers think deeply. The interactive form of the book makes it unique, as readers have to answer questions at the end of each story. This book is an excellent gift for preachers, speakers, and teachers looking for inspirational material to help others. It has stories that appeal to readers of all ages, and the bonus quotes on success will make it a worthwhile read.

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Elizabeth Weil

No Cheating, No Dying : I Had a Good Marriage. Then I Tried to Make It Better.

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Written with charm and wit, No Cheating, No Dying investigates one of the most universal human institutions--marriage. Elizabeth Weil and her husband Dan have two basic ground rules for their marriage: no cheating, no dying. For ten years it’s worked fine, but Elizabeth started to wonder if it could be better.Elizabeth Weil believes that you don’t get married in a white dress, in front of all your future in-laws and ex-boyfriends but gradually, over time, through all the road rage incidents and pre-colonoscopy enemas, good and bad dinners, and all the small moments you never expected to happen or much less endure. In this book, Weil examines the major universal marriage issues—sex, money, mental health, in-laws, children—through bravely recounting her own hilarious, messy, and sometimes difficult relationship. She seeks out the advice of financial planners, psychoanalysts, therapists, household management consultants, priests, rabbis, and the United States government. Woven into this funny and forthright narrative is Weil's extensive research on marriage and marriage improvement. The result is an illuminating and entertaining read that is a fresh addition to the body of literature about marriage.

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A.L. Rowse

The Poet Auden : A Personal Memoir

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Part memoir, part literary criticism, this collection of caring and witty reflections by a friend and colleague of the poet includes portraits of the members of the writer's circle in which Auden traveled and a look at the culture in which he flourished

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May Sarton

Journal of a Solitude

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In this, her bestselling journal, May Sarton writes with keen observation and emotional courage of both inner and outer worlds: a garden, the seasons, daily life in New Hampshire, books, people, ideas―and throughout everything, her spiritual and artistic journey. "I am here alone for the first time in weeks," May Sarton begins this book, "to take up my 'real' life again at last. That is what is strange―that friends, even passionate love,are not my real life, unless there is time alone in which to explore what is happening or what has happened." In this journal, she says, "I hope to break through into the rough, rocky depths,to the matrix itself. There is violence there and anger never resolved. My need to be alone is balanced against my fear of what will happen when suddenly I enter the huge empty silence if I cannot find support there."In this book, we are closer to the marrow than ever before in May Sarton's writing.

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Tony Blair

A Journey : My Political Life

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Tony Blair is a politician who defines our times. His emergence as Labour Party leader in 1994 marked a seismic shift in British politics. Within a few short years, he had transformed his party and rallied the country behind him, becoming prime minister in 1997 with the biggest victory in Labour’s history, and bringing to an end eighteen years of Conservative government. He took Labour to a historic three terms in office as Britain’s dominant political figure of the last two decades.A Journey is Tony Blair’s firsthand account of his years in office and beyond. Here he describes for the first time his role in shaping our recent history, from the aftermath of Princess Diana’s death to the war on terror. He reveals the leadership decisions that were necessary to reinvent his party, the relationships with colleagues including Gordon Brown, the grueling negotiations for peace in Northern Ireland, the implementation of the biggest reforms to public services in Britain since 1945, and his relationships with leaders on the world stage—Nelson Mandela, Bill Clinton, Vladimir Putin, George W. Bush. He analyzes the belief in ethical intervention that led to his decisions to go to war in Kosovo, Sierra Leone, Afghanistan, and, most controversially of all, in Iraq.A Journey is a book about the nature and uses of political power. In frank, unflinching, often wry detail, Tony Blair charts the ups and downs of his career to provide insight into the man as well as the politician and statesman. He explores the challenges of leadership, and the ramifications of standing up, clearly and forcefully, for what one believes in. He also looks ahead, to emerging power relationships and economies, addressing the vital issues and complexities of our global world.Few British prime ministers have shaped the nation’s course as profoundly as Tony Blair, and his achievements and his legacy will be debated for years to come. Here, uniquely, we have his own journey, in his own words.

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Frances Mayes

Bella Tuscany : The Sweet Life in Italy

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Bella Tuscany Frances Mayes, whose enchanting #1 New York Times bestseller Under the Tuscan Sun made the world fall in love with Tuscany, invites us back for a delightful new season of friendship, festivity, and food, there and throughout Italy. From the Trade Paperback edition. Full description

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Mark Victor Hansen, Kent Healy, Jack Canfield

Chicken Soup for the Soul: Extraordinary Teens : Personal Stories and Advice from Today's Most Inspiring Youth

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Reach your full potential! These 101 personal stories from celebrity teens show you how to be your best.Read stories about Extraordinary Teens and find out how

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Dorothy Britton, Tetsuko Kuroyanagi

Totto-Chan The Little Girl At the Window

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This review is Totto-Chan (Paperback) Also subtitled "The Little Girl At the Window," this is a major Japanese best seller. Encompasses the child's view of what education should be, so has a deeper meaning for educators, parents, and even younger readers with a broad understanding. Highly recommended.

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D.A. Carson

Memoirs of an Ordinary Pastor : The Life and Reflections of Tom Carson

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D. A. Carson's father was a pioneering church-planter and pastor in Quebec. But still, an ordinary pastor-except that he ministered during the decades that brought French Canada from the brutal challenges of persecution and imprisonment for Baptist ministers to spectacular growth and revival in the 1970s.It is a story, and an era, that few in the English-speaking world know anything about. But through Tom Carson's journals and written prayers, and the narrative and historical background supplied by his son, readers will be given a firsthand account of not only this trying time in North American church history, but of one pastor's life and times, dreams and disappointments. With words that will ring true for every person who has devoted themselves to the Lord's work, this unique book serves to remind readers that though the sacrifices of serving God are great, the sweetness of living a faithful, obedient life is greater still.

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Bill Bryson

The Lost Continent

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'I come from Des Moines. Somebody had to'. And, as soon as Bill Bryson was old enough, he left. Des Moines couldn't hold him, but it did lure him back. After ten years in England, he returned to the land of his youth, and drove almost 14,000 miles in search of a mythical small town called Amalgam, the kind of trim and sunny place where the films of his youth were set. Instead, his search led him to Anywhere, USA; a lookalike strip of gas stations, motels and hamburger outlets populated by lookalike people with a penchant for synthetic fibres. Travelling around thirty-eight of the lower states - united only in their mind-numbingly dreary uniformity - he discovered a continent that was doubly lost; lost to itself because blighted by greed, pollution, mobile homes and television; lost to him because he had become a stranger in his own land. The Lost Continent is a classic of travel literature - hilariously, stomach-achingly funny, yet tinged with heartache - and the book that first staked Bill Bryson's claim as the most beloved writer of his generation.

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Martin Kihn

House Of Lies : How Management Consultants Steal Your Watch and Then Tell You the Time

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House of Lies can be a great read for anyone interested in a behind the scenes look at the cutthroat world of business consulting. Kihn's witty writing style and sarcastic commentary make this book an entertaining and eye-opening read. The book's most distinctive feature is its honest account of the excessive and sometimes questionable practices in the corporate world.

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Cheryl Lu-Lien Tan

A Tiger In The Kitchen - A Memoir Of Food And Family

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After growing up in the most food-obsessed city in the world, Cheryl Lu-Lien Tan left home and family at eighteen for America--proof of the rebelliousness of daughters born in the Year of the Tiger. But as a thirtysomething fashion writer in New York, she felt the Singaporean dishes that defined her childhood beginning to call her back. Was it too late to learn the secrets of her grandmothers' and aunties' kitchens, as well as the tumultuous family history that had kept them hidden before In her quest to recreate the dishes of her native Singapore by cooking with her family, Tan learned not only cherished recipes but long-buried stories of past generations. A Tiger in the Kitchen, which includes ten authentic recipes for Singaporean classics such as pineapple tarts and Teochew braised duck, is the autobiography of a Chinese-Singaporean ex-pat who learns to infuse her New York lifestyle with the rich lessons of the Singaporean kitchen, ultimately reconnecting with her family and herself.

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Judith Summers

My Life with George : The Inspirational Story of How a Wilful Dog Brought Joy to a Bereaved Family

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When Judith Summers' husband and father both died within the space of two weeks, she found herself floundering. Life for her and her eight-year-old son Joshua seemed relentlessly bleak. Then George bounced into their lives. A loving Cavalier King Charles Spaniel with film-star looks, George reawoke their joie de vivre. Yet Judith soon discovered that living with George had its drawbacks. He was a full-time job and as expensive to run as a Ferrari. Wilful and badly behaved, he refused to eat anything other than roast chicken, preferred travelling by car to walking, and became as jealous as a spurned lover if any man dared show an interest in her. And when a near-death tangle with a Staffordshire Bull terrier resulted in costly sessions with an animal psychologist, Judith found that it was she who was put on the couch.

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Volkmar Sander, Gottfried Benn

Prose Essays Poems: Gottfried Benn

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Barbara Davilman, Liz Doberman

What Was I Thinking? - 58 Bad Boyfriend Stories

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"What Was I Thinking? - 58 Bad Boyfriend Stories" is perfect for those who have had their fair share of bad romantic relationships. This book features relatable experiences from real women who have dealt with everything from bad dates to toxic relationships. The stories are often funny and always authentic, allowing readers to realize that they are not alone in their dating struggles. If you are looking for a book that will make you laugh and help you move on from your past romantic mishaps, this is the book for you.

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Charmaine Chan

The Magic Circle

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The Magic Circle is a touching and emotional memoir about the bond between sisters and the power of memories to heal and console. Charmaine Chan's memoir providing a reflection on personal loss and survival through the memories of her childhood and the loss of her sister. This book is perfect for anyone going through grief and resonates with readers who want to understand the inexplicable power of memory. The book is well-written, honest, and moving, crafted with the tenderness that will stay with the reader long after the book is over.

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James Peck, Sirin Phathanothai

The Dragon's Pearl : Growing up among China's Elite

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This book is highly recommended for those who are interested in learning about Communist China and the perspective of a foreigner who had the opportunity to be raised among its leadership. Sirin Phathanothai's account of daily life in China and her close relationship with Premier Zhou Enlai and his family provides unique insight into the inner workings of Mao's regime. The book also offers a glimpse into the Cultural Revolution and its effects on ordinary citizens.

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Ronald Reagan, Annelise Anderson, Kiron K. Skinner

Reagan, In His Own Hand : The Writings of Ronald Reagan that Reveal His Revolutionary Vision for America

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Hidden in the archives of the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library for more than a decade, the writings contained in Reagan, In His Own Hand redefine the way we think about American history of the past quarter century and about the fortieth American president. By revealing an active mind wrestling with the problems of a sluggish economy, social pathologies, welfare reform, and the Cold War struggle with the Soviet Union, these never-before-seen documents, many reproduced in his own handwriting, prove Reagan to be both the visionary and intellectual powerhouse behind his administration's landmark policies.

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Henry Khoo

Shoes Too Big (Continuing a Legacy of Hope and Transformation)

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Reasons to read: - This book offers an inspiring and heartfelt account of the Khoo family's commitment to prison ministry, showcasing the power of faith and transformation. - With powerful testimonies and a focus on carrying on a legacy, "Shoes Too Big" serves as a reminder that no situation is too challenging for God's love and compassion. - Through the lens of the Khoo family's journey, this book sheds light on the importance of serving others and spreading the message of hope, making it a compelling read for those seeking inspiration and guidance in their own lives.

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Terry Pratchett, Neil Gaiman

A Slip of the Keyboard : Collected Non-fiction

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A Slip of the Keyboard is a must-read for diehard Terry Pratchett fans who wish to know more about the author's personal life and the passionate causes dear to him. Through a fine blend of humor and humanity, the book covers a range of subjects, from his own writing process and the importance of banana daiquiris, to serious issues such as Alzheimer's research and animal rights. This book would be an excellent addition to any reader's collection, providing insight into the author's personal life and his activism on issues close to him.

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Amy Tan

The Opposite of Fate

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This book is a must-read for anyone seeking a deeply personal and moving account of one woman's journey through life. Amy Tan's raw and honest storytelling will captivate you from the very first page. Through her exploration of love, identity, and family, Tan beautifully intertwines the threads of her Chinese heritage with her own experiences as an American. Prepare to be moved, enlightened, and inspired by this unforgettable memoir. So whether you're a fan of Amy Tan's novels or simply a lover of powerful memoirs, "The Opposite of Fate" is sure to leave a lasting impression on your heart.

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Tom Watt, David Beckham

Beckham : Both Feet on the Ground: An Autobiography

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Beckham's autobiography is an insightful and exposed view of his life as a professional soccer player and his journey to becoming an international icon. Readers will appreciate his honesty about his personal life, including fame's difficulties and his struggle to be a present father and husband. This book provides a unique perspective on the life of a celebrity athlete, identifying its challenges and rewards.

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Roald Dahl

Going Solo

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One of a series of literature titles for schools, this is Roald Dahl's second volume of autobiography. It offers an account of his youth in Africa during World War II, encounters with the Hun and with deadly snakes, and his escape from a plane crash whilst in the RAF.

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Torey L. Hayden

One Child

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Six-year-old Sheila never spoke, she never cried, and her eyes were filled with hate. Abandoned on a highway by her mother, unwanted by her alcoholic father, Sheila was placed in a class for emotionally disturbed children after she committed an atrocious act of violence against another child.Everyone said Sheila was lost forever, everyone except her teacher, Torey Hayden.Torey fought to reach Sheila, to bring the abused child back from her secret nightmare, because beneath the rage, Torey saw in Sheila the spark of genius. And together they embarked on a wondrous journey—a journey gleaming with a child's joy at discovering a world filled with love and a journey sustained by a young teacher's inspiring bravery and devotion.

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James McFarlane

The Cambridge Companion to Ibsen

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In the history of modern theater Ibsen is one of the dominating figures. The sixteen chapters of this Companion explore his life and work. The plays are grouped and discussed chronologically; among the thematic topics are discussions of Ibsen's comedy, realism, lyric poetry and feminism. Substantial chapters account for Ibsen's influence on the international stage, including an interview with ex-RSC director John Barton and an essay by Arthur Miller exploring Ibsen's challenge to contemporary theater and film. Essential reference materials include a full chronology, list of works, and essays on twentieth-century criticism and further reading.

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Dave Pelzer

My Story : A Child Called It, The Lost Boy, A Man Named Dave

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A CHILD CALLED 'IT' is Dave Pelzer's story of a child beaten and starved by his emotionally unstable, alcoholic mother: a mother who played torturous, unpredictable games that left one of her three sons nearly dead. Dave was no longer considered a son, or a boy, but an 'it'. His bed was an old army cot in the basement and when he was allowed food it was scraps from the dogs' bowl. Throughout, Dave kept alive the dream of finding a family who would love and care for him. THE LOST BOY: the harrowing but ultimately uplifting true story of Dave's journey through the foster-care system in search of a family who will love him. A MAN NAMED DAVE: the gripping conclusion to this inspirational trilogy. With extraordinary generosity of spirit, Dave takes us on a journey into his past. At last he confronts his father and ultimately his mother. Finally, Dave finds the courage to break the chains of the past and learn to love, trust and live for the future.

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Julian Davison

One for the Road : An English Boyhood in Singapore & Malaya

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Jay Wurts, Le Ly Hayslip

When Heaven and Earth Changed Places: A Vietnamese Woman's Journey from War to Peace

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This book could be a good read for you if you want to gain a deep understanding of the human spirit and the devastating consequences of war. Through Le Ly Hayslip's powerful storytelling, you will be transported to Vietnam during the war, experiencing the unimaginable hardships she endured. But amidst the darkness, you will also witness her unwavering faith in humanity and her determination to overcome adversity. This is a deeply inspiring and unforgettable story that will leave you with a profound appreciation for the strength of the human spirit.

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Ian Thorpe

This Is Me : The Autobiography

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Ian Thorpe is one of the world's most prolific sportsmen, but it is the way he has managed his success and his commitment to helping others that has earned him respect and admiration internationally. Thorpe's autobiography follows him all the way from his childhood in Sydney right back up to the pinnacle of London 2012.

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Jon Stewart

Naked Pictures of Famous People

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Recommendation: Naked Pictures of Famous People is a must-read for those seeking a satirical take on contemporary society. Jon Stewart's unique brand of humor shines through in these irreverent essays that cover a wide range of topics, from fashion to politics. Readers will appreciate how Stewart brilliantly uses humor to expose the absurdities of modern life.

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Cathryn Kemp

Coming Clean - Diary Of A Painkiller Addict

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'A brave, heartfelt and extraordinary book' Corinne Sweet, author of Overcoming Addiction , psychologist and broadcasterWhat if the drugs that were meant to cure you slowly started to kill you?After falling dangerously ill with acute-on-chronic pancreatitis, Cathryn Kemp left hospital with a repeat prescription for fentanyl, a painkiller 100 times stronger than heroin.Within two years she was taking almost ten times the NHS maximum daily dose - all on prescription - and her life began to spiral out of control. Cathryn discovered she had just three months to live, unless she gave up the drug she clung to so desperately.After selling everything she owned and checking into rehab, Cathryn was told by the doctors that recovery was highly unlikely. Yet to everyone's amazement, she proved them wrong.Coming Clean is a poignant, vivid and honest memoir of a woman's struggle with, and subsequent victory over, her demons. It is a love story, a horror story, a survival story, and one that shows the very real dangers of the over-prescription of painkillers.

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Torey L. Hayden

Twilight Children : The True Story of Three Voices No One Heard - Until Someone Listened

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This book is a gripping and touching memoir of three survivors, who overcame their traumatic experiences. It tells the story of their struggles and eventual recovery, with the help of a skilled psychologist. The book is highly recommended for people interested in reading about inspiring stories of hope and resilience. The most unique feature is the author's compassionate and sensitive portrayal of the three characters, coupled with her subtle sense of humour. Readers who admired the author's previous work 'One Child', will thoroughly enjoy this book too.

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Bénito Duchâteau-Arminjon

Healing Cambodia One Child at a Time : The Story of Krousar Thmey, a New Family

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This book is recommended for those who are interested in reading inspiring stories of human resilience and the power of individual action in helping a community overcome adversity. In this book, the author, Benoit Duchateau-Arminjon, takes the readers on a journey of his experiences setting up a welfare center for abandoned children in Cambodia, and how he created the foundation Krousar Thmey, or new family, to support these children. The book offers a unique insight into the humanitarian world and the challenges faced by communities dealing with the aftermath of wars and conflict. This book is a must-read for anyone looking for inspiring stories of people making a positive impact in the world.

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Alyque Padamsee

A Double Life

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A must-read for aspiring actors and marketers. Alyque Padamsee's insights into the entertainment and advertising industries are invaluable. His anecdotes give a glimpse into the glamorous yet cut-throat world of showbiz.

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Felix Cheong

B-Sides and Backslides: 1986 - 2018

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"B-Sides and Backslides" is a great read for poetry lovers who enjoy exploring a poet's style and development over time. Felix Cheong's anthology offers a range of themes, from love to social commentary, presented in an unflinchingly honest manner. What stands out most is the book's focus on the poet's personal growth, documented in liner notes that provide insight into the creative process. Readers will appreciate the author's introspection and the rich history that provides context for this poetic memoir.

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Ted Bishop

Riding with Rilke : Reflections on Motorcycles and Books

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"Part travelogue, part ode to his bike and part literary criticism...a memoir infused with joie de vivre."― Publishers Weekly In this "joyful book" ( Booklist ), archive diver and Ducati enthusiast Ted Bishop takes readers on an epic trip from Edmonton to Austin, through the classic landscapes of the American West, and to some of America's and Europe's most famous cities as he considers what it means to be a road dog and a researcher. Whether describing how he came to own a Ducati, debating the merits of D. H. Lawrence's novels, relishing the outlaw thrill of cruising small American towns on his bike, or holding Virginia Woolf's suicide note in the British Library, Bishop "easily blends his love of books and archives with his love of motorcycles and riding...an unusual combination...but one that ultimately works" ( Library Journal ). A Playboy Best Book of 2006.

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Orhan Pamuk, Maureen Freely

Istanbul

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A shimmering evocation, by turns intimate and panoramic, of one of the world’s great cities, by its foremost writer. Orhan Pamuk was born in Istanbul and still lives in the family apartment building where his mother first held him in her arms. His portrait of his city is thus also a self-portrait, refracted by memory and the melancholy–or hüzün– that all Istanbullus share: the sadness that comes of living amid the ruins of a lost Ottoman Empire.As he companionably guides us across the Bosphorus, through Istanbul's historical monuments and lost paradises, its dilapidated Ottoman villas, back streets and waterways, he also introduces us to the city's writers, artists and murderers.Like the Dublin of Joyce and Jan Morris' Venice, Pamuk's Istanbul is a triumphant encounter of place and sensibility, beautifully written and immensely moving.

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John Peel, Sheila Ravenscroft

Margrave of the Marshes

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Despite the number of claims in publishers’ blurbs, not many people actually achieve the status of legend in their own lifetime. Fewer still actually deserve that status. John Peel is the exception which proves that rule, a Great Briton whose contribution to British culture is undeniable, without whom popular culture would never have become popular. Beloved by millions – whether for his unstinting championing of musical talent on Radio 1 or for his wildly popular Radio 4 show Home Truths – this is the astonishing book he began to write before his untimely death in October 2004, completed by the woman who knew him best, his wife Sheila. The first half of the book, written by John, describes with characteristic humour his early life, from child to man, including his school days and National Service. You can hear the unique Peel voice in every sentence – rarely, if ever, before has a voice been so successfully transferred to paper. The second section, written by Peel's wife and soulmate of many years, Sheila Ravenscroft, gives us an intimate portrait of the man and his music, and the highs and lows of everyday life at Peel Acres. The completion of this book has been a labour of love for John's family and their passion has paid off. It's every bit as extraordinary as the man himself and a fitting tribute to a bona fide legend.

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Anita Brostoff

Flares of Memory : Stories of Childhood During the Holocaust

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In a series of writing workshops at the Holocaust Center of Pittsburgh, survivors who were children or teens during World War II assembled to remember the pivotal moments in which their lives were irreparably changed by the Nazis. These "flares of memory" preserve the voices of over forty Jews from throughout Europe who experienced a history that cannot be forgotten.Ninety-two brief vignettes arranged both chronologically and thematically recreate the disbelief and chaos that ensued as families were separated, political rights were abolished, and synagogues and Jewish businesses were destroyed. Survivors remember the daily humiliation, the quiet heroes among their friends, and the painful abandonment by neighbors as Jews were restricted to ghettos, forced to don yellow stars, and loaded like cattle into trains. Vivid memories of hunger, disease, and a daily existence dependent on cruel luck provide penetrating testimonies to the ruthlessness of the Nazi killing machine, yet they also bear witness to the resilience and fortitude of individual souls bombarded by evil."I don't think that there will be many readers who will be able to put this book down."--Jerome Chanes, National Foundation for Jewish Culture

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Janine Latus

If I Am Missing Or Dead

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This book could be a good read for someone seeking a raw and gripping exploration of the aftermath of abuse. With its haunting storytelling, it sheds light on the complex dynamics of relationships and the strength of sisterhood. It delves deep into the dark secrets harbored by the characters, leaving readers captivated by the suspense and eager to uncover the truth.

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Pico Iyer

The Lady and the Monk : Four Seasons in Kyoto

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This book offers a fascinating insight into traditional Japan and Zen Buddhism through the eyes of an outsider. It follows the story of Pico Iyer who is trying to learn about Japanese culture and Buddhism by staying in a monastery in Kyoto. Along the way, he meets Sachiko, a thoroughly educated local who introduces him to the intricate world of Japanese literature, tea ceremony, and classical music, while also showing him the larger cultural, and historical landscape of Japan. The book is a witty and heartfelt account of cross-cultural misunderstandings and infatuation, offering a fresh perspective on the country's ancient traditions and its contemporary way of life.

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Thomas Hauser

Muhammad Ali

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In the words of more than 200 of Ali’s family members, opponents, friends, world leaders, and others who have known him best, the real Muhammad Ali deeply religious, mercurial, generous, a showman in and out of the ring.Thirty years after he burst onto the scene as a gold medal light-heavyweight at the Rome Olympics, Muhammad Ali is still a magical figure. His accomplishments in the ring were the stuff of legend—the two fights with Sonny Liston, when he proclaimed himself “The Greatest” and proved he was; the three epic wars against Joe Frazier; the stunning victory over George Foreman in Zaire; and the shocking loss and final win that made him the first man to win back the heavyweight crown twice, fourteen years after he had first claimed it.Ali’s life has been played out as much on the front pages as on the sports pages. With brilliant immediacy and unprecedented candor, bestselling author Thomas Hauser recreates this extraordinary man.

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Bill Bryson

Neither Here, Nor There

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Recommended for travelers seeking a humorous and witty insight into Europe. Bryson's observations on each place and culture, from being robbed in Florence to window-shopping in sex shops, will have you laughing out loud. Bryson's unique perspective will transport you back in time to his own student travels through Europe, with plenty of funny anecdotes along the way.

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Malika Oufkir, Ros Schwartz, Michèle Fitoussi

Stolen Lives: Twenty Years in a Desert Jail

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Recommendation: Stolen Lives is a compelling memoir of survival, depicting the powerful will of human beings against unjust imprisonment. The book highlights the brutal realities of a family's twenty-year incarceration in the desert, through the eyes of Malika Oufkir, the author. Her vivid storytelling is a testament to the power of the human spirit and its resilience in the face of tragedy. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in stories of surviving injustice.

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Phillip Lopate

To Show and to Tell : The Craft of Literary Nonfiction

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This book is a great guide for those who want to write personal narratives. It provides practical advice on how to approach the craft of literary nonfiction and explores the different forms and styles in which it can be written. Lopate's own experience in writing personal essays makes him the perfect person to guide readers on their own writing journey.

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Elie Wiesel

And the Sea is Never Full: Memoirs 1969 : Memoirs, 1969

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This memoir by Elie Wiesel is perfect for those who enjoy thought-provoking reflections on history, society, and politics. Wiesel covers a wide range of topics, sharing his personal experiences and observations with readers. His eloquent writing style and insightful commentary make this book a must-read for anyone interested in gaining a deeper understanding of the world we live in.

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Belle Yang

Forget Sorrow : An Ancestral Tale

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"A healing portrait drawn in epic ink strokes."-Elle When Belle Yang was forced to take refuge in her parents’ home after an abusive boyfriend began stalking her, her father entertained her with stories of old China. The history she’d ignored while growing up became a source of comfort and inspiration, and narrowed the gap separating her—an independent, Chinese-American woman—from her Old World Chinese parents.In Forget Sorrow, Yang makes her debut into the graphic form with the story of her father’s family, reunited under the House of Yang in Manchuria during the Second World War and struggling—both together and individually—to weather poverty, famine, and, later, Communist oppression. The parallels between Belle Yang’s journey of self-discovery and the lives and choices of her grandfather, his brothers, and their father (the Patriarch) speak powerfully of the conflicts between generations—and of possibilities for reconciliation.Forget Sorrow demonstrates the power of storytelling and remembrance, as Belle—in telling this story—finds the strength to honor both her father and herself.

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Nathan Doneen

The Divide - A 2700 Mile Search For Answers

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Cycling the Great Divide…alone?The first thing you've got to ask yourself is: "What the hell am I doing?"At least, that's what Nathan was saying less than two miles into the Great Divide Mountain Bike Route, when he encountered his first major problem and his first major decision: turn back to Banff, or press on?It was all uphill from there.As an amateur cyclist with no touring experience, Doneen pulls you into a world of erratic weather, cramped bivy sacks, and overwhelming solitude as he crisscrosses the Continental Divide on his way to the U.S.-Mexico border, bumping into Tour Divide racers, stumbling upon CDT hikers, and surprising all sorts of Rocky Mountain wildlife.With the help of some trail angels, kind strangers, and other adventurous spirits, Doneen teases apart his past while battling the personal assumptions and cultural expectations that have been steering his life…all while trudging through mud, swatting at insects, and slathering chamois crème on saddle sores.So are you ready for an adventure? Ready to get off the beaten path… the plotted course… that red line? Then join Nathan on The Divide.

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Belinda Lee

Larger Than Life : Celebrating the Human Spirit

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"Larger Than Life" would be a great read for those who are feeling down and need inspiration. Belinda Lee's heartwarming collection of stories introduces readers to amazing people who have embraced the road less trodden by volunteering their time in unusual social causes. This book restores your faith in humanity and celebrates the human spirit, leaving readers feeling inspired and full of hope.

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Emma Larkin

Finding George Orwell in Burma

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Recommended as a must-read for those interested in Southeast Asian politics and culture. Emma Larkin offers a unique perspective on Burma through the lens of George Orwell's experiences in the country. Her political travelogue is captivating and eye-opening, shedding light on the brutal realities of living in an oppressive military regime while also highlighting the resilience and strength of the Burmese people. Larkin's writing is both clear and engaging, making this book an accessible and insightful read for anyone looking to understand Burma's complicated history and current struggles.

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