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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David Lebovitz

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

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

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Jeremy C. Miller

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

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

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Laura Hillenbrand

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

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

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Primo Levi, Raymond Rosenthal

The Periodic Table

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

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Bill Bryson

Shakespeare

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

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Raynor Winn

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

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

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Ruth Reichl

Garlic & Sapphires

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

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Bill Bryson

One Summer : America 1927

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

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Lance Armstrong

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

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

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Kate Bowler

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

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

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Catherine Burns, Neil Gaiman

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

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

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Suketu Mehta

This Land Is Our Land : An Immigrant's Manifesto

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Few subjects prompt more discussion and controversy than immigration. But do we really understand it? In This Land Is Their Land, the renowned author Suketu Mehta explains why the West is being destroyed not by immigrants but by the fear of immigrants.Drawing on his family’s own experience emigrating from India to Britain and America, and years of reporting around the world, Mehta subjects the worldwide anti-immigrant backlash to withering scrutiny. He juxtaposes the phony narratives of populist ideologues with the ordinary heroism of labourers, nannies and others, from Dubai to New York, and explains why more people are on the move today than ever before. As civil strife and climate change reshape large parts of the planet, it is little surprise that borders have become so porous.Mehta also stresses the destructive legacies of colonialism and global inequality on large swathes of the world. When today’s immigrants are asked, ‘Why are you here?’, they can justly respond, ‘We are here because you were there.’ And now that they are here, as Mehta demonstrates, immigrants bring great benefits, enabling countries and communities to flourish.Impassioned, rigorous, and richly stocked with memorable stories and characters, This Land Is Their Land is a timely and necessary intervention, and literary polemic of the highest order.

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Marina Keegan, Anne Fadiman

The Opposite of Loneliness : Essays and Stories

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

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Arthur Koestler

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

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

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Ian MacDonald

Revolution In The Head : The Beatles Records and the Sixties

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

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Jake Halpern

Welcome To The New World

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

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Sarah Wilson

This One Wild And Precious Life - The Path Back To Connection In A Fractured World

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As seen in USA Today 's hottest releases and The  Washington Post 's 10 New Books Spotlight “Sarah Wilson is a force of nature – quite literally. She has taken her pain and grief about our sick and troubled world and alchemized it into action, advocacy, adventure, poetry, and true love.”  —  ELIZABETH GILBERT Wake up and reclaim your one wild and precious life. New York Times  bestselling author Sarah Wilson shows you how in this radical spiritual guidebook, the book we need NOW. Many of us are living with the sense that things are not right with the world and are in a state of spiritual PTSD. We have retreated, morally and psychologically; we are experiencing a crisis of disconnection—from one another, from our true values, from joy, and from life as we feel we are meant to be living it. Sarah Wilson argues that this sense of despair and disconnection is ironically what unites us—that deep down, we are all feeling that same itch for a new way of living. Drawing on science, literature, philosophy and the wisdom of some of the world’s leading experts, and her personal journey, Wilson offers a hopeful path forward to the life we love. En route, she shows us how to wake up and reconnect with life using “wild practices” that include: ·         Hike. Embrace the “walking cure” as great minds throughout history have. ·         Go to your edge. Do what scares you and embrace discomfort daily. ·         #Buylesslivemore. Break the cycle of mindless consumption and get light with your life. ·         Become a soul nerd. Light up your intellect with the arts. ·         Get “full-fat spiritual”. Have an active practice and use it to change the world. ·         Practice wild activism. Through sustained, non-violent protest we can create our better world. The time has come to boldly, wildly imagine better. We are being called upon, individually and as a society, to forge a new path and to find a new way of living. Will you join the journey?

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Jim Gaffigan

Dad Is Fat

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

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Lee Kuan Yew

One Man's View of the World

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

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Margareta Magnusson

The Gentle Art Of Swedish Death Cleaning - How To Free Yourself And Your Family From A Lifetime Of Clutter

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This book could be a good read for someone who is seeking a fresh start and wants to simplify their life. The Gentle Art Of Swedish Death Cleaning offers a unique approach to decluttering and organizing your belongings, not just for yourself but also for your loved ones. Through the art of death cleaning, you'll learn how to let go of unnecessary possessions and focus on what truly matters, celebrating the small joys that make life meaningful. So if you're ready to free yourself from a lifetime of clutter and find peace in simplicity, this book is for you.

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John Helyar, Bryan Burrough

Barbarians at the Gate : The Fall of RJR Nabisco

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

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Brian McGuinness

Wittgenstein: 1889-1921: Young Ludwig : A Life

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322p paperback, nice clean copy

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Dave Eggers

Zeitoun

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

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Zadie Smith

Feel Free : Essays

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From Zadie Smith, one of the most beloved authors of her generation, a new collection of essays Since she burst spectacularly into view with her debut novel almost two decades ago, Zadie Smith has established herself not just as one of the world's preeminent fiction writers, but also a brilliant and singular essayist. She contributes regularly to The New Yorker and the New York Review of Books on a range of subjects, and each piece of hers is a literary event in its own right. Arranged into five sections--In the World, In the Audience, In the Gallery, On the Bookshelf, and Feel Free--this new collection poses questions we immediately recognize. What is The Social Network--and Facebook itself--really about? "It's a cruel portrait of us: 500 million sentient people entrapped in the recent careless thoughts of a Harvard sophomore." Why do we love libraries? "Well-run libraries are filled with people because what a good library offers cannot be easily found elsewhere: an indoor public space in which you do not have to buy anything in order to stay." What will we tell our granddaughters about our collective failure to address global warming? "So I might say to her, look: the thing you have to appreciate is that we'd just been through a century of relativism and deconstruction, in which we were informed that most of our fondest-held principles were either uncertain or simple wishful thinking, and in many areas of our lives we had already been asked to accept that nothing is essential and everything changes--and this had taken the fight out of us somewhat." Gathering in one place for the first time previously unpublished work, as well as already classic essays, such as, "Joy," and, "Find Your Beach," Feel Free offers a survey of important recent events in culture and politics, as well as Smith's own life. Equally at home in the world of good books and bad politics, Brooklyn-born rappers and the work of Swiss novelists, she is by turns wry, heartfelt, indignant, and incisive--and never any less than perfect company. This is literary journalism at its zenith.

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Richard Holmes

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

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

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Carlos Castaneda

The Teachings Of Don Juan - A Yaqui Way Of Knowledge

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

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Mary Buffett

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

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

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Dan Ephron

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

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

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David Kirkpatrick

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

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

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Don Van Ryn, Newell Cerak, Susie Van Ryn

Mistaken Identity - Two Families, One Survivor, Unwavering Hope

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

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Gabrielle Bernstein

The Universe Has Your Back : Transform Fear to Faith

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In her latest book, The Universe Has Your Back, New York Times best-selling author Gabrielle Bernstein teaches readers how to transform their fear into faith in order to live a divinely guided life. Each story and lesson in the book guides readers to release the blocks to what they most long for: happiness, security and clear direction. The lessons help readers relinquish the need to control so they can relax into a sense of certainty and freedom. Readers will learn to stop chasing life and truly live.Making the shift from fear to faith will give readers a sense of power in a world that all too often makes them feel utterly powerless. When the tragedies of the world seem overwhelming, this book will help guide them back to their true power.Gabrielle says, “My commitment with this book is to wake up as many people as possible to their connection to faith and joy. In that connection, we can be guided to our true purpose: to be love and spread love. These words can no longer be cute buzz phrases that we merely post on social media. Rather, these words must be our mission. The happiness, safety, and security we long for lies in our commitment to love.”When readers follow this path, they’ll begin to feel a swell of energy move through them. They will find strength when they are down, synchronicity and support when they’re lost, safety in the face of uncertainty, and joy when they are otherwise in pain. Follow the secrets revealed in this book to unleash the presence of your power and know always that The Universe Has Your Back.

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Martin Amis

Experience

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

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James Herriot

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

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

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Dave Pelzer

The Lost Boy - A Foster Child's Search For The Love Of A Family

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This book is recommended for those looking for a gut-wrenching, personal account of the foster care system. Pelzer's vivid storytelling takes readers through his traumatic and turbulent childhood, ultimately leading to his search for love and acceptance. The book sheds light on the horrors of child abuse and neglect, while also highlighting the resiliency and strength of the human spirit. A must-read for anyone interested in social justice issues surrounding foster care.

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Bryan Magee

Confessions of a Philosopher

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If you've ever found yourself pondering life's big questions, Bryan Magee's "Confessions of a Philosopher" could be a delightful guide for you. Magee invites us into his world with a passionate and personal narrative that makes the often-intimidating realm of philosophy accessible. His enthusiasm is contagious, and his ability to relate profound ideas to everyday experiences, making them resonate with his readers, is truly a gift.

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Shauna Niequist

Bittersweet : Thoughts on Change, Grace, and Learning the Hard Way

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'The idea of bittersweet is changing the way I live, unraveling and re-weaving the way I understand life. Bittersweet is the idea that in all things there is both something broken and something beautiful, that there is a moment of lightness on even the darkest of nights, a shadow of hope in every heartbreak, and that rejoicing is no less rich even when it contains a splinter of sadness. 'It's the practice of believing that we really do need both the bitter and the sweet, and that a life of nothing but sweetness rots both your teeth and your soul. Bitter is what makes us strong, what forces us to push through, what helps us earn the lines on our faces and the calluses on our hands. Sweet is nice enough, but bittersweet is beautiful, nuanced, full of depth and complexity. Bittersweet is courageous, gutsy, audacious, earthy. 'This is what I've come to believe about change: it's good, in the way that childbirth is good, and heartbreak is good, and failure is good. By that I mean that it's incredibly painful, exponentially more so if you fight it, and also that it has the potential to open you up, to open life up, to deliver you right into the palm of God's hand, which is where you wanted to be all long, except that you were too busy pushing and pulling your life into exactly what you thought it should be. 'I've learned the hard way that change is one of God's greatest gifts, and most useful tools. Change can push us, pull us, rebuke and remake us. It can show us who we've become, in the worst ways, and also in the best ways. I've learned that it's not something to run away from, as though we could, and that in many cases, change is a function of God's graciousness, not life's cruelty.' Niequist, a keen observer of life with a lyrical voice, writes with the characteristic warmth and honesty of a dear friend: always engaging, sometimes challenging, but always with a kind heart. You will find Bittersweet savory reading, indeed. 'This is the work I'm doing now, and the work I invite you into: when life is sweet, say thank you, and celebrate. And when life is bitter, say thank you, and grow.'

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Anthony Stevens

Jung

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With the unveiling in 2009 of Jung's famous "Red Book"-considered the most influential unpublished work in the history of psychology-this great 20th-century thinker is in the public eye more than ever before. Here, Anthony Stevens lays out the basic concepts of Jungian psychology; examines Jung's views on such disparate subjects as myth, religion, gender differences, dreams, and analysis; and addresses the unjust allegation that Jung was a Nazi sympathizer.

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Connor Franta

A Work in Progress : A Memoir

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A Work in Progress could be a great read for young adults who are looking for inspiration to pursue their passions. Connor Franta shares his personal struggles with identity and body image and encourages readers to be true to themselves. The book offers heartfelt words of wisdom and is filled with humour, making it an excellent read for anyone coming of age in the digital era. Additionally, the full-colour collection with photographs and childhood clippings provided by Connor makes the reading experience more engaging and enjoyable.

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Elizabeth Sherrill, John Sherrill, Brother Andrew

God's Smuggler

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"God's Smuggler" could be a great read for those interested in real-life stories of faith and adventure. Brother Andrew's courageous efforts to smuggle Bibles across closed borders and the miraculous ways in which God provided for him will leave readers inspired and in awe. This book offers a unique and authentic glimpse into the lives of persecuted Christians and their unwavering faith in the face of danger.

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Andrew Roberts

Churchill : Walking with Destiny

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If you're seeking inspiration from a legendary leader, Churchill: Walking with Destiny is the perfect pick. Andrew Roberts takes you on an immersive journey through Churchill's life, from his humble beginnings to his pivotal role in World War II. The book offers unprecedented access to new material, including transcripts of War Cabinet meetings and the secret diary notes of King George VI. Through Roberts' brilliant storytelling, you'll discover the hidden forces that fueled Churchill's indomitable spirit, leaving you in awe of his courage, tenacity, and unwavering moral conviction. Prepare to be inspired and gain valuable insights into leadership challenges that are relevant even today.

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Gautam Bhattacharya, Sourav Ganguly

A Century Is Not Enough - My Roller Coaster Ride To Success

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A Century Is Not Enough is a must-read for any cricket enthusiast or anyone seeking inspiration. Sourav Ganguly's journey teaches us how to face challenges and emerge victorious. The book discusses the pressure he handled as India captain and how to fight back in life. It is an inspiring story of a man who has bounced back from every setback and emerged stronger.

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Kathryn Bonella

Operation Playboy : Playboy Surfers Turned International Drug Lords - The Explosive True Story

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"Operation Playboy" offers a unique insight into the lives of drug-running playboys and the dangerous and audacious lives they lead. With non-stop partying and high-risk drug trafficking, this book is perfect for readers with a taste for true crime and thrilling adventures. The book can be best described as an adrenaline-pumping ride through jet-set lifestyles, fraught with danger, edgy deals, and unfortunate consequences. Kathryn Bonella's firsthand testimonies from drug-runners and elite cops make this a page-turning, white-knuckle thriller that is sure to captivate readers who enjoy true-crime stories.

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Jonathan Allen, Amie Parnes

HRC : State Secrets and the Rebirth of Hillary Clinton

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HRC is an enthralling political biography that captures Hillary Clinton's unwavering determination, impeccable political acumen, and remarkable rise from a political defeat to her resurgence as a powerful stateswoman and front-runner for the 2016 Democratic presidential nomination. The book provides an insider's view of the ruthless Clinton political machine, her challenges and triumphs in negotiating both political and diplomatic worlds, and her instrumental role in transforming the State Department. This book is a must-read for those interested in understanding the nuances of American politics and the political heavyweight that is Hillary Clinton.

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Jack Welch, Suzy Welch

Winning : The Ultimate Business How-To Book

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A champion manager of people, Jack Welch shares the hard-earned wisdom of a storied career in what will become the ultimate business bible With Winning, Jack Welch delivers a wide-ranging, in-depth, no-holds-barred management guidebook about the tough strategic, organizational, and personal challenges that face people at every stage of their careers. Loaded with candid personal anecdotes, hard-hitting advice, and invaluable dos and don’ts, Jack explains his theory of business, by laying out the four most important principles that form the foundation of his success. Chapters How to Get Promoted, How to Think about Strategy, How to Write a Budget that Works, How to Work for a Jerk, How Find Work-Life Balance and How Start Something New. Enlivened by quotes from business leaders that Welch interviewed especially for the book, it’s a tour de force that reflects Welch’s mastery of execution, excellence and leadership.

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Maria Ressa

How To Stand Up To A Dictator

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Recommendation: - This gripping memoir, written by Maria Ressa, Nobel Peace Prize winner, takes you on a journey through the harrowing reality of fighting against a dictator's regime. Ressa's unwavering pursuit of truth and justice, even in the face of multiple arrest warrants, serves as a powerful reminder of the importance of standing up to power. Through her experiences, she exposes the insidious web of disinformation and its impact on democracy. A must-read for anyone seeking inspiration to challenge oppressive regimes.

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Chris Patten

First Confession : A Sort of Memoir

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Recommendation: First Confession by Chris Patten is an insightful memoir that offers a unique perspective on personal and political identity. Patten's experiences in various controversial institutions, such as the Tory party, the Vatican, the Chinese government, and the BBC, offer readers a rare glimpse into the complex workings of these organizations. His writing is vivid and engaging, making the book a great read for anyone interested in politics and personal development.

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R.S. Pine-Coffin, Augustine of Hippo

Confessions of a Sinner

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Throughout history, some books have changed the world. They have transformed the way we see ourselves - and each other. They have inspired debate, dissent, war and revolution. They have enlightened, outraged, provoked and comforted. They have enriched lives - and destroyed them. Now Penguin brings you the works of the great thinkers, pioneers, radicals and visionaries whose ideas shook civilization, and helped make us who we are.One of the greatest explorations of sin, epiphany and redemption ever written, the Confessions of Saint Augustine continue to shape our ideas with their passionate declaration of the life-changing power of faith.

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Elif Shafak

Black Milk : On Motherhood and Writing

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A thoughtful and incisive meditation on literature, motherhood, and spiritual wellbeing from Turkey's leading female authorAfter the birth of her first child, Elif Shafak experienced a profound personal crisis. Plagued by guilt, anxiety, and bewilderment about her new maternal role, the acclaimed novelist stopped writing for the first time in her life. As she plummeted into post-partum depression, Shafak looked to the experiences of other prominent female writers--including Sylvia Plath, Virginia Woolf, Simone de Beauvoir, and Alice Walker--for help navigating the conflict between motherhood and artistic creation in a male-dominated society. Searingly honest, eloquent, and unexpectedly humorous, "Black Milk" will be widely embraced by writers, academics, and anyone who has undergone the identity crisis engendered by being a mother.

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Maggy van Eijk

Remember This When You're Sad : Lessons Learned on the Road from Self-Harm to Self-Care

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Maggy Van Eijk knows where the best place to cry in public is: the top deck of a bus, right at the front. She also knows that eating super salty liquorice or swimming in an icy cold pond are things that make you feel alive but aren't bad for you.These are the things to remember when you're sad. Turning 27, Maggy had the worst mental health experience of her life so far. She ended a three-year relationship. She was almost fired (twice). She lost friends and made bad decisions. She drank too much and went to A&E over twelve times. She saw three different therapists and had three different diagnoses. She went to two burns units for self-inflicted wounds and was escorted in an ambulance to a mental health crisis team. It was quite the year.This book is about anxiety and depression, Maggy's panic attacks, teenage bulimia and disassociation. But it's also about being a young woman with the added pressure of having an untrustworthy mind. Remember This When You're Sad is a brave, beautifully written and important book that lays bare the true reality of mental illness in the hope it can help others through their turmoil.

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Barbara K. Lipska

The Neuroscientist Who Lost Her Mind : A Memoir of Madness and Recovery

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'Oliver Sacks-meets-When Breath Becomes Air ... Barbara Lipska's remarkable story illuminates the many mysteries of our fragile yet resilient brains.' LISA GENOVA, bestselling author of Still Alice and Every Note PlayedAll we think, feel and dream, how we move, if we move, everything that makes us who we are, comes from the brain. We are the brain. So what happens when the brain fails? What happens when we lose our mind?In January 2015 renowned neuroscientist Barbara Lipska's melanoma spread to her brain. It was, in effect, a death sentence. She had surgery, radiation treatments and entered an immunotherapy clinical trial. And then her brain started to play tricks on her. The expert on mental illness - who had spent a career trying to work out how the brain operates and what happens when it fails - experienced what it is like to go mad.She began to exhibit paranoia and schizophrenia-like symptoms. She became disinhibited, completely unaware of her inappropriate behaviour. She got lost driving home from work, a journey she did every day. She couldn't remember things that had just happened to her. Small details like what she was having for breakfast became an obsession, but she ignored the fact that she was about to die. And she remembers every moment with absolute clarity.Weaving the science of the mind and the biology of the brain into her deeply personal story, this is the dramatic account of Dr Lipska's own brilliant brain gone awry.

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