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Robert M. Gates
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Knopf
Exercise of Power : American Failures, Successes, and a New Path Forward in the Post-Cold War World
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From the former secretary of defense and author of the acclaimed #1 best-selling memoir, Duty, a candid, sweeping examination of power in all its manifestations, and how it has been exercised, for good and bad, by American presidents in the post-Cold War world.Since the end of the Cold War, the global perception of the United States has progressively morphed from dominant international leader to disorganized entity, seemingly unwilling to accept the mantle of leadership or unable to govern itself effectively. Robert Gates argues that this transformation is the result of the failure of political leaders to understand the complexity of American power, its expansiveness, and its limitations. He makes clear that the successful exercise of power is not limited to the use of military might or the ability to coerce or demand submission, but must encompass as well diplomacy, economics, strategic communications, development assistance, intelligence, technology, ideology, and cyber. By analyzing specific challenges faced by the American government in the post-Cold War period--Iran, Iraq, Afghanistan, North Korea, Syria, Libya, Russia, China and others--Gates deconstructs the ways in which leaders have used the instruments of power available to them. With forthright judgments of the performance of past presidents and their senior-most advisors, first-hand knowledge, and insider stories, Gates argues that U.S. national security in the future will require learning, and abiding by, the lessons of the past, and re-creating those capabilities that the misuse of power has cost the nation.
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Leander Kahney
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Atlantic
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"Inside Steve's Brain offers a comprehensive analysis of Steve Jobs' leadership style, his critical thinking, and his unwavering commitment to authenticity. It is an ideal book for anyone who aspires to be a great leader or thrive in the business world. Kahney's book inspires readers to think differently and challenge the status quo, much like Jobs himself."
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Tom Wright, Bradley Hope |
Hachette
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Billion Dollar Whale : The Man Who Fooled Wall Street, Hollywood, and the World -- Paperback / softback [Paperback]
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This book is a rollercoaster ride of astounding schemes and unbelievable audacity. It unravels the captivating story of a man who managed to fool the world's biggest institutions, leaving behind a trail of corruption and deceit. If you're looking for a gripping non-fiction that will keep you hooked from start to finish, this is it. Prepare to be shocked and amazed by the sheer audacity of this real-life con artist.
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Jill Tracie Nichols, Satya Nadella, Greg Shaw |
Harper
Business
Hit Refresh : The Quest to Rediscover Microsoft's Soul and Imagine a Better Future for Everyone
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Foreword by Bill GatesMicrosoft’s CEO tells the inside story of the company’s continuing transformation, tracing his own personal journey from a childhood in India to leading some of the most significant technological changes in the digital era. As much a humanist as engineer and executive, Nadella concludes with his vision for the coming wave of intelligent technologies and a distinct call to action for leaders everywhere.Hit Refresh is about individual change, about the transformation happening inside of Microsoft and the technology that will soon impact all of our lives—the arrival of the most exciting and disruptive wave of technology humankind has experienced: artificial intelligence, mixed reality, and quantum computing.It’s about how people, organizations, and societies can and must transform "hit refresh" in their persistent quest for new energy, new ideas, and continued relevance and renewal. At its core, it’s about us humans and how our one unique quality—empathy—will become ever more valuable in a world where technological advancement will disrupt the status quo as never before.Satya Nadella explores a fascinating childhood before immigrating to the U.S. and how he learned to lead along the way. He then shares his meditations as sitting CEO—one who is mostly unknown following the brainy Bill Gates and energetic Steve Ballmer. He tells the inside story of how a company rediscovered its soul—transforming everything from culture to their fiercely competitive landscape and industry partnerships. Nadella concludes with his vision for the coming wave of technology and by exploring the potential impact to society and delivering call to action for world leaders."Ideas excite me," Nadella explains. "Empathy grounds and centers me." Hit Refresh is a reflection, meditations, and series of recommendations presented as algorithms from a principled, deliberative leader searching for improvement—for himself, for a storied company, and for society.
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Howard Schultz With Joanne Gordon
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Rodale,
Inc
Onward : How Starbucks Fought for Its Life without Losing Its Soul
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Onward is the remarkable story of how Howard Schultz, CEO of Starbucks came back after facing painful revelation about internal troubles in the company's sustainability. Schultz offers readers an extraordinarily intimate look at his daily decision-sessions in Seattle, to conversation with coffee farmers in Rwanda, to investor presentations in New York during the worst of the economic turmoil. Onward is more than just a business book. Personally inspiring and unexpected candid, it brings a dramatic story to life with the emotional power and narrative suspense of a novel.
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Charles Krauthammer
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Crown
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Things That Matter : Three Decades of Passions. Passtimes and Politics
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From America’s preeminent columnist, named by the Financial Times the most influential commentator in the nation, the long-awaited collection of Charles Krauthammer’s essential, timeless writings. A brilliant stylist known for an uncompromising honesty that challenges conventional wisdom at every turn, Krauthammer has for decades dazzled readers with his keen insight into politics and government. His weekly column is a must-read in Washington and across the country. Now, finally, the best of Krauthammer’s intelligence, erudition and wit are collected in one volume. Readers will find here not only the country’s leading conservative thinker offering a passionate defense of limited government, but also a highly independent mind whose views—on feminism, evolution and the death penalty, for example—defy ideological convention. Things That Matter also features several of Krauthammer’s major path-breaking essays—on bioethics, on Jewish destiny and on America’s role as the world’s superpower—that have profoundly influenced the nation’s thoughts and policies. And finally, the collection presents a trove of always penetrating, often bemused reflections on everything from border collies to Halley’s Comet, from Woody Allen to Winston Churchill, from the punishing pleasures of speed chess to the elegance of the perfectly thrown outfield assist. With a special, highly autobiographical introduction in which Krauthammer reflects on the events that shaped his career and political philosophy, this indispensible chronicle takes the reader on a fascinating journey through the fashions and follies, the tragedies and triumphs, of the last three decades of American life.
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Michael Lewis
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Allen
Lane
The Big Short : Inside the Doomsday Machine
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"The Big Short" isn't just an economics lesson; it's a riveting human drama. Michael Lewis puts a face to the financial crisis, sharing stories of those who predicted the collapse. With his signature wit, Lewis makes a complex world understandable and, against all odds, highly entertaining. If you're at all curious about how financial disasters unfold, this book is a gripping narrative that brings clarity to chaos.
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Christopher Leonard
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Simon
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Schuster
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Kochland
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Kochland is an eye-opening read that delves into the inner workings of one of the world's largest private companies. Christopher Leonard paints a vivid picture of the ruthless business practices that have allowed Koch Industries to become so successful, while also exposing the company's impact on modern society. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the intersection of business and politics, or those looking to gain insight into the darker sides of capitalism.
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Bradley Hope, Tom Wright |
Scribe
Uk
Billion Dollar Whale : the bestselling investigation into the financial fraud of the century
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"Billion Dollar Whale" is a thrilling true crime book that exposes the web of deception and fraud behind the biggest financial heist of the century. The author takes you on a journey through the complex world of high finance and shows how it can be manipulated for personal gain. The book is a must-read for fans of financial thrillers and true crime.
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Blake Mycoskie
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Random
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Start Something That Matters
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"Start Something That Matters" is a motivational book that encourages readers to pursue their passions and make a positive impact on the world. The author, Blake Mycoskie, shares his experience in founding TOMS Shoes, a company that donates a pair of shoes to a child in need for every pair sold. The book provides practical advice and inspiration for aspiring entrepreneurs and individuals looking to make a difference. Overall, this book is a great read for those wanting to make a meaningful impact in their community and beyond.
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J.D. Vance
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William
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Hillbilly Elegy : A Memoir of a Family and Culture in Crisis
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Hillbilly Elegy could be a good read for someone who wants to understand the struggles of America's working class and the impact of generational neglect. The author shares his personal story of growing up in poverty and struggling with abuse and trauma, while also addressing broader social and political issues. The book has been praised for its frank and unflinching portrayal of a segment of society often overlooked by mainstream media.
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Na
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Simon
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Schuster
Shoe Dog : A Memoir by the Creator of NIKE
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"Shoe Dog: A Memoir by the Creator of NIKE" is a fascinating tale of Phil Knight's journey and the creation of Nike. With honesty and humor, Knight takes you on a rollercoaster ride of his experiences from his early years of selling shoes from the back of his car to the global success of Nike. The book is not only inspiring, but also packed with valuable lessons on entrepreneurship and overcoming challenges."
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David de Jong
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Harpercollins
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Nazi Billionaires : The Dark History of Germany's Wealthiest Dynasties
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‘Lucid and damning … an absorbing – and infuriating – tale of complicity, coverup and denial’ PATRICK RADDEN KEEFE, author of EMPIRE OF PAINA groundbreaking investigation of how the Nazis helped German tycoons make billions from the horrors of the Third Reich and World War II – and how the world allowed them to get away with it. In 1946, Günther Quandt – patriarch of Germany’s most iconic industrial empire, a dynasty that today controls BMW – was arrested for suspected Nazi collaboration. Quandt claimed that he had been forced to join the party by his arch-rival, propaganda minister Joseph Goebbels, and the courts acquitted him. But Quandt lied. And his heirs, and those of other Nazi billionaires, have only grown wealthier in the generations since, while their reckoning with this dark past remains incomplete at best. Many of them continue to control swaths of the world economy, owning iconic brands whose products blanket the globe. The brutal legacy of the dynasties that dominated Daimler-Benz, cofounded Allianz and still control Porsche, Volkswagen and BMW has remained hidden in plain sight – until now.In this landmark work, investigative journalist David de Jong reveals the true story of how Germany’s wealthiest business dynasties amassed untold money and power by abetting the atrocities of the Third Reich. Using a wealth of untapped sources, de Jong shows how these tycoons seized Jewish businesses, procured slave labourers and ramped up weapons production to equip Hitler’s army as Europe burnt around them. Most shocking of all, de Jong exposes how the wider world’s political expediency enabled these billionaires to get away with their crimes, covering up a bloodstain that defiles the German and global economy to this day.
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Brad Stone
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Simon
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Schuster
Amazon Unbound
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Amazon Unbound could be a good read for business enthusiasts who want to understand one of the world's most powerful and feared companies' operations. The book covers Amazon's evolution and acquisitions over the last decade, including the turn in public sentiment that criticizes Amazon's monopolistic practices. The book provides a well-researched and unvarnished portrait of Amazon's founder, Jeff Bezos.
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This book is a thrilling exposé on the hidden world of high-frequency trading, revealing the shocking truth behind how the stock market is manipulated by computer algorithms. Through the lens of a group of eccentric individuals, Michael Lewis uncovers the dark secrets and corruption that fuel the financial industry. If you've ever been curious about how Wall Street truly operates, this eye-opening read is a must.
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Sheera Frenkel
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July
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2021
An Ugly Truth - Inside Facebook's Battle For Domination
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An Ugly Truth is an insightful dive into the creation and reign of Facebook and the platform's many controversies, examining the impact on our uncontrollable dependence on social media. It is recommended for those with a keen interest in social media and technology's function in our lives. The book's unique feature lies in its detailed reporting and inside knowledge on the workings of Facebook and its employees.
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Michael Lewis
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W.
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Norton
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Company
The Big Short : Inside the Doomsday Machine
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"The Big Short" is a must-read for anyone interested in understanding the 2008 financial crisis. Michael Lewis creates a gripping narrative that keeps readers engaged from start to finish with his signature blend of humor and indignation. The book's unique feature is its ability to make complex financial jargon accessible to everyone. It is perfect for those who enjoy true stories about finance and economics, or for anyone who wants to understand the underbelly of the American financial system. It's highly recommended for students of business, economics, and finance, as well as anyone interested in modern history and politics.
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Rashmi Bansal
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Eklavya
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Foundation
Connect the Dots
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"Connect the Dots" could be a good read for someone who is looking for a practical guide towards starting and building their own business. The book highlights the journeys of 20 successful entrepreneurs in India from humble beginnings who found success by "connecting the dots". The book also explores the importance of recognizing opportunities and taking bold risks in shaping your future, making it an inspiring read for entrepreneurs.
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Gregory Zuckerman
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Penguin
Books
Uk
The Greatest Trade Ever : How One Man Bet Against the Markets and Made $20 Billion
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The greatest trade ever is the thrilling story of the trader john paulson who predicted the economic crash in 2008- and made the biggest windfall in history, by gregory zuckerman. Autumn 2008. The world's finances collapse but one man makes a killing. John paulson, a softly spoken hedge-fund manager who still took the bus to work, seemed unlikely to stake his career on one big gamble. But he did - and the greatest trade ever is the story of how he realised that the sub-prime housing bubble was going to burst, making $15 billion for his fund and more than $4 billion for himself in a single year. It's a tale of folly and wizardry, individual brilliance versus institutional stupidity. John paulson made the biggest winning bet in history. And this is how he did it. 'the definitive account of a sensational trade' michael lewis, author of the big short'extraordinary, excellent' observer'a must-read for anyone fascinated by financial madness' mail on sunday'a forensic, read-in-one-sitting boo
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Margaret Thatcher
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Harpercollins
The Downing Street Years
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This book is a captivating account of Margaret Thatcher's time as Prime Minister, revealing her determination and resilience in achieving her goals. Through her frank accounts of her dealings with foreign statesmen and her own ministers, readers gain insight into the challenges and triumphs that defined her political career. If you're interested in leadership, politics, or the life of an influential woman, this book is a must-read.
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Tetsuya Ishikawa
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How I Caused the Credit Crunch
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Looking for something eye-opening to read? "How I Caused the Credit Crunch" offers a rare insider's perspective on the financial turmoil that shook the world. Ishikawa invites you into the high-stakes arena of international finance with a personal touch - it's like sitting down with someone who's seen it all. The complex financial concepts come to life through his narrative, making sense of the machinery that led to the collapse. Engaging for finance newbies and aficionados alike, it serves both as a cautionary tale and a fascinating memoir.
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Sunanda K. Datta-Ray
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Iseas-yusof
Ishak
Institute
Looking East To Look West - Lee Kuan Yew's Mission India
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Looking East To Look West is a must-read for those interested in the history and politics of Asia, particularly in relation to India and Singapore. The book details the significant role Lee Kuan Yew played in the relationship between the two nations, and the impact he had on India's emergence as a player in the Concert of Asia. The book combines historical facts, personal details, and anecdotes, making it an engaging and educational read for anyone interested in the subject matter.
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Catherine Atwater Galbraith, John Kenneth Galbraith |
Houghton
Mifflin
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Life in Our Times
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Perhaps economist Galbraith--the epitome of the public intellectual--was always the amused observer, even of himself, that his memoirs would have us think. Perhaps his private life was so placid that there is nothing to tell. But the book is pinched: fascinating for all that he did & perceived, consistently entertaining because he's a witty, sardonic raconteur, tantalizing because you haven't heard all those stories of famous people before. Why dither? It's History. What it isn't, tho, is a drama of growth & change. By p.3, you know virtually everything you're ever going to know about him--the "inherent insecurity" of the Ontario farm-boy, the sense of intellectual superiority & compulsion to demonstrate same--except his strategems for success. The life can then be divided, as he very nearly does, into slightly overlapping circles. There's academe--an unloved ag-school alma mater; brief, happy sojourns at Berkeley & Cambridge; distasteful Princeton; "Harvard before democracy" &--very little improved--afterwards. There's economics--Veblen; Keynes; eminent, idiosyncratic contemporaries; his reconstruction of US economic life. There's government service in DC--preeminently as WWII price czar, surmounting the "disaster" of "my" design for price stabilization. There's government service abroad--surveying the meager economic effects of strategic bombing. There's a stint on Fortune--where he learns, from H. Luce, how to measure his words. Then he returns to Harvard, sets out "to repair my academic reputation," begins work on what will ultimately be The Affluent Society & signs on with Stevenson in 1952 to write speeches. There's a gathering sense, now, of engagement in great matters, along with sharp assessments of the greats. Adlai Stevenson "spent his adult life in a persuasive attempt to present himself"--erroneously--"as a harried, wavering intellectual lost in the harsh, demanding, dogmatic world of politics." JFK "was one of the few public men who was wholly satisfied with his own personality." (Why, he reflects, do we call one president by his initials, another by name?) Come Kennedy's election, he goes to India as ambassador--where (as he didn't tell in Ambassador's Journal) he aborts CIA activities & defuses the India-China border conflict. Finally, in 1967, he opts out--scoring, in one of the book's truly bitter, truly felt passages, "those who drew Lyndon Johnson away from these preoccupations"--the War on Poverty, civil rights--"into Vietnam." A little more such passion, a little more openness as per his encounter with psychiatry, would have given the book the breadth of the life.--Kirkus (edited)
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Richard Belfield, Christopher Hird |
Time
Warner
Books
Uk
Murdoch : The Decline of an Empire
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Myth has it that Rupert Murdoch was left with little by his father, but actually he inherited a relatively successful newspaper publishing operation. Murdoch was ambitious and the only way in which he could expand was by buying other papers. And the only way he could pay for them was by borrowing money. Within a few years of his father's death, the debts of his company had rocketed. Murdoch's penchant for expanding by borrowing is often the subject of comment, but in fact he owns relatively little of News Corporation, his mother and three sisters being substantial shareholders. The corporation's heavy borrowing has worked as a strategy in several ways, such as profits financing expansion into other markets, the success of selling unwanted businesses for profit, "creative accounting" and in meeting the variation in the tax laws of different countries. The authors of this book examine the history of News Corporation and offer their conclusion that the net is now closing.
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Leander Kahney
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Portfolio
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Steve Jobs has turned his personality traits into a business philosophy. Here’s how he does it. It’s hard to believe that one man revolutionized computers in the 1970s and ’80s (with the Apple II and the Mac), animated movies in the 1990s (with Pixar), and digital music in the 2000s (with the iPod and iTunes). No wonder some people worship him like a god. On the other hand, stories of his epic tantrums and general bad behavior are legendary. Inside Steve’s Brain cuts through the cult of personality that surrounds Jobs to unearth the secrets to his unbelievable results. It reveals the real Steve Jobs—not his heart or his famous temper, but his mind. So what’s really inside Steve’s brain? According to Leander Kahney, who has covered Jobs since the early 1990s, it’s a fascinating bundle of contradictions. Jobs is an elitist who thinks most people are bozos—but he makes gadgets so easy to use, a bozo can master them. He’s a mercurial obsessive with a filthy temper—but he forges deep partnerships with creative geniuses like Steve Wozniak, Jonathan Ive, and John Lasseter. He’s a Buddhist and anti-materialist—but he produces mass-market products in Asian factories, and he promotes them with absolute mastery of the crassest medium, advertising. In short, Jobs has embraced the traits that some consider flaws—narcissism, perfectionism, the desire for total control—to lead Apple and Pixar to triumph against steep odds. And in the process, he has become a self-made billionaire. In Inside Steve’s Brain , Kahney distills the principles that guide Jobs as he launches killer products, attracts fanatically loyal customers, and manages some of the world’s most powerful brands. The result is this unique book about Steve Jobs that is part biography and part leadership guide, and impossible to put down. It gives you a peek inside Steve’s brain, and might even teach you something about how to build your own culture of innovation.
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Jim Rogers
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John
Wiley
Adventure Capitalist - The Ultimate Investor's Road Trip
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This book could be a good read for you if you're curious about the exhilarating world of investing. Through the author's captivating storytelling, you'll embark on an adventure-filled road trip, exploring the highs and lows of the investment landscape. This book will not only entertain you with its thrilling anecdotes but also provide valuable insights into the mindset and strategies of successful investors. Get ready to be inspired and equipped with knowledge that can help you navigate the world of finance. Happy reading!
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Mary Buffett
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Simon
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The Tao of Warren Buffett : Warren Buffett's Words of Wisdom
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This book could be a good read for anyone interested in gaining insight into the mind of a successful investor and learning the principles that guided Warren Buffett's immense success. Packed with simple yet profound quotes, this book offers a glimpse into the timeless investing wisdom of one of the greatest investors of all time. Delve into his life philosophies and discover how they can be applied not only in the financial world but also in your own life.
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Louis V. Gerstner Jr.
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Harpercollinspublishers
Who Says Elephants Can't Dance? : How I Turned Around IBM
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This book is a must-read for business enthusiasts interested in a first-hand account of how an underperforming company was turned around by a non-technical CEO. Gerstner's straightforward approach and decisive actions, such as divesting unneeded assets and shifting the focus towards customers, make for an engaging narrative. The book provides valuable insights into how cultural and organizational transformations can lead to success in the dynamic tech industry.
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Ruthann Quindlen
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Grand
Central
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Confessions of a Venture Capitalist
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The woman who took Microsoft public introduces readers to the high-risk, high-stakes game of venture capitalism, showing how enterprising individuals can transform an idea into a profitable business. 60,000 first printing.
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Jordan Belfort
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Catching The Wolf Of Wall Street
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This book provides an inside look into the world of finance and stock fraud. It is a compelling read for anyone interested in the dark side of Wall Street and the challenges of recovery from addiction. Users may appreciate the author's honesty and frankness in describing his experiences, as well as his efforts to make amends and rebuild his life.
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Michael Dell
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Gardners
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Direct From Dell : Strategies that Revolutionized an Industry
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Direct from Dell is an excellent read for entrepreneurs who want to learn from one of the world's most successful businessmen. It offers practical advice on how to gain a competitive edge, the importance of studying customers instead of competition, and how to take advantage of weaknesses in the market. Michael Dell's story of success and his ideas for revolutionizing industry make this book an inspiring and informative read.
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Randall E. Stross
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Texere
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E Boys - The First Inside Account Of Venture Capitalists At Work
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Randall Stross looks at how Silicon Valley creates wealth through the eyes of leading venture capitalist firm Benchmark Capital. In offices along six blocks of Sand Hill Road in Melo Park, California, these venture capitalists will provide most of the $50 billion likely to be invested this year alone in the new technologies of the information age. This fly-on-the-wall book follows Benchmark's five partners in their pursuit of a finite number of sensible business ideas. It is an environment in which relatively few successes must pay for many failures. Against such a background, there are compelling stories of instant decision, multi-million dollar deals, and high risk-taking. As Silicon Valley drives fundamental changes in today's global technology, Randall Stross gives us an intriguing glimpse of the money men behind the constant innovations of the digital era.
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George Soros
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Wiley
Soros on Soros : Staying Ahead of the Curve
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Recommended for those interested in finance and politics. The book provides insights into Soros's investment strategies, his perspectives on global finance and politics. The book also details the author's journey from a Holocaust survivor to a philosophy student and then to the world's most successful trader.
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Edwin Lefèvre
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John
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Sons
Reminiscences Of A Stock Operator
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This book, Reminiscences of a Stock Operator, is a must-read for anyone interested in the world of investing. With its fictionalized biography of Jesse Livermore, one of the greatest speculators ever, it provides timeless insights into the mindset of a stock trader. This book not only teaches valuable lessons about the market, but also offers a deep understanding of human nature and crowd psychology that can be applied beyond investing. Get ready to be captivated by the thrilling stories and learn invaluable lessons that will enhance your investment strategies.
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Simon
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Schuster
Straight from the Ceo : The World's Top Business Leaders Reveal Ideas That Every Manager Can Use
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Straight from the CEO reveals the practical, far-reaching insights of the world's top CEOs, Royal Dutch/Shell's Cor Herkströter, mastermind of the most ambitious makeover among the world's energy behemoths;British Airways' Sir Colin Marshall, the market genius who powered the carrier's celebrated turnaround;Chase Manhattan's Walter Shipley, architect of one of the largest mergers ever to take place in the financial sector;Monsanto's Robert B. Shapiro, who has raised the hurdle bar on growth and profitability goals, although the company is at the peak of its form;British Aerospace's Sir Richard Evans, developer of one of Britain's biggest and boldest corporate-change management programs;Compaq Computer's Eckhard Pfeiffer, who has transformed himself from a successful turnaround artist into a hard-driving champion of continuous corporate renewal.Straight from the CEO is a major event, providing the rare opportunity to hear directly from the world's greatest business leaders. No ivory-tower theorizing, no speeches, no "consultant speak," these are the practical insights of leaders who every day must find ways to test and validate new ideas, implement change to improve the bottom line, and ultimately focus on the core ideas that will truly reshape their corporations. Straight from the CEO is an invaluable tool for managers at every level.
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Michael Lewis
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Hodder
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Stoughton
The New New Thing : How Silicon Valley Defines the Ways We Think and Live as We Enter a New Century
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This book offers a fascinating insight into the life and ambitions of one of Silicon Valley's most important entrepreneurs, Jim Clark. The journey Lewis takes us on aboard Clark's yacht is a thrilling and entertaining ride through the landscape of the super-rich in the tech world. The book provides a unique perspective on the birth of free enterprise in the twenty-first century, making it a must-read for anyone looking to understand the world of Silicon Valley.
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Rigged is an exciting ride that takes the reader into the high-stakes world of the oil exchange, with its dangerous and exotic locales that will keep you turning the pages. Ben Mezrich's writing style is gripping and will leave you on the edge of your seat as he explores the financial intricacies of the business. Whether you are a finance enthusiast or just looking for an adventurous read, Rigged is the perfect book for you.
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Edwin M. Reingold, Mitsuko Shimomura, Akio Morita |
Signet
Made in Japan : Akio Morita And Sony
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This book would be a good read for you if you are fascinated by the extraordinary journey of a global entrepreneur and the rise of one of the most influential tech companies in history. Through the lens of Akio Morita, the chairman of Sony Corporation, you will gain valuable insight into the challenges and triumphs of building a multinational corporation. Morita's perspectives on the United States, Japan, and the world economy provide a unique and profound understanding of global business dynamics. Get ready to be inspired by the innovativeness and audacity that fueled the success of Sony.
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Leander Kahney
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Portfolio
Hardcover
Inside Steve's Brain
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"Inside Steve's Brain" offers an insightful look into the mind of the late Steve Jobs, showcasing the very traits that lead Apple and Pixar to success. This book provides a unique perspective on his business philosophy and leadership style, making it a must-read for anyone interested in understanding how to build a culture of innovation.
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John Helyar, Bryan Burrough |
Harperperennial
Barbarians at the Gate : The Fall of Rjr Nabisco
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Barbarians at the Gate is a captivating account of the fall of RJR Nabisco, the largest takeover in Wall Street history. Through meticulous investigative journalism, the authors showcase the frenzied world of deal makers, publicity flaks, boardrooms and bedrooms during the Reagan era. The book offers a cautionary tale of corporate greed and excess, and is a must read for those interested in understanding the inner workings of high-stake financial operations.
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Barbara Smit
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Ecco
Sneaker Wars : The Enemy Brothers Who Founded Adidas and Puma and the Family Feud That Forever Changed the Business of Sports
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Sneaker Wars is the fascinating true story of the enemy brothers behind Adidas and Puma, two of the biggest global brands of athletic footwear. Adi and Rudi Dassler started their shoe business in their mother's laundry room and achieved almost instantaneous success. But by the end of World War II a vicious feud had torn the Dasslers apart, dividing their company and their family and launching them down separate, often contentious paths. Out of the fires of their animosity, two rival sneaker brands were born, brands that would revolutionize the world of professional sports, sparking astonishing behind-the-scenes deals, fabulous ad campaigns, and multimillion-dollar contracts for pro athletes, from Joe Namath to Muhammad Ali to David Beckham.
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Ron Chernow
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Random
House,
Incorporated
Titan - The Life Of John D. Rockefeller, Sr
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Titan is a gripping biography that explores the life of John D. Rockefeller, Sr. The book highlights his unprecedented rise to wealth by creating Standard Oil and his numerous controversies, including his involvement in monopolies and philanthropic efforts. Readers interested in the history of big business and the impact of monopolies will find this book informative and engaging.
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Margaret Thatcher
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Harper
Statecraft : Strategies for Changing World
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Statecraft is a must-read for anyone interested in international relations and politics. Margaret Thatcher provides insightful observations and guidance on how Western powers can counter threats posed by rogue states, Islamic extremism, international terrorism, and other instability hotspots. She also offers guidance for the future while warning against over-reliance on international institutions at the expense of nation-states.
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Ray Porter, Muhammad Yunus, Alan Jolis |
Publicaffairs
Banker To The Poor : Micro-Lending and the Battle Against World Poverty
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Muhammad Yunus is that rare thing: a bona fide visionary. His dream is the total eradication of poverty from the world. In 1983, against the advice of banking and government officials, Yunus established Grameen, a bank devoted to providing the poorest of Bangladesh with minuscule loans. Grameen Bank, based on the belief that credit is a basic human right, not the privilege of a fortunate few, now provides over 2.5 billion dollars of micro-loans to more than two million families in rural Bangladesh. Ninety-four percent of Yunus's clients are women, and repayment rates are near 100 percent. Around the world, micro-lending programs inspired by Grameen are blossoming, with more than three hundred programs established in the United States alone. Banker to the Poor is Muhammad Yunus's memoir of how he decided to change his life in order to help the world's poor. In it he traces the intellectual and spiritual journey that led him to fundamentally rethink the economic relationship between rich and poor, and the challenges he and his colleagues faced in founding Grameen. He also provides wise, hopeful guidance for anyone who would like to join him in "putting homelessness and destitution in a museum so that one day our children will visit it and ask how we could have allowed such a terrible thing to go on for so long." The definitive history of micro-credit direct from the man that conceived of it, Banker to the Poor is necessary and inspirational reading for anyone interested in economics, public policy, philanthropy, social history, and business. Muhammad Yunus was born in Bangladesh and earned his Ph.D. in economics in the United States at Vanderbilt University, where he was deeply influenced by the civil rights movement. He still lives in Bangladesh, and travels widely around the world on behalf of Grameen Bank and the concept of micro-credit.
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Tommy Koh, Timothy Auger |
Didier
Millet
Singapore: The Encyclopaedia
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Singapore: The Encyclopedia contains over 2,500 alphabetically arranged entries on a vast range of topics – practically everything the general reader might want to know about Singapore, four decades after the achievement of full independence. Readers will discover a depth and diversity that may surprise many who thought they know Singapore well, as well as a rich history that goes back many centuries.Here is a vast array of information on the Singapore’s history, geography, economy, law, politics, arts, culture, entertainment, architecture, food and natural history. Singapore’s political system is described, as well as its legal, educational and healthcare systems. Companies, clubs and associations, housing estates, festivals and customs – they all have a place in the book.The encyclopedia captures the shared memories and shared stories that have shaped the national identity. They include political events such as such as Separation and Confrontation, as well as emotionally charged disasters such as the Bukit Ho Swee Fire and the Nicoll Highway collapse.Individuals profiled include artists, musicians, entrepreneurs, members of the armed forces, priests, pastors, ulema, civil servants, entertainers, ambassadors, judges, sportsmen, and even murders.Overseen by a distinguished editorial advisory board under the Chairmanship of Professor Tommy Koh, this encyclopedia is the most wide-ranging and informative general reference book ever published.
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January
1,
2008
Go for Broke - Tales of Technopreneurship
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Go for Broke is the first book profiling Malaysian technopreneurs. If you take a glimpse of the technopreneurs featured, you'll see that we've cut across a broad section of business lumped under the umbrella Information and Communications Technology. You'll also see that these personalities come from different backgrounds and from all walks of life. Each has his own unique story to tell and each story contains important lessons. You'll be thrilled, fascinated and even horrified (in some cases) at what all these people went through to achieve their dreams. Technopreneurship is not for the faint of heart, for sure, but if pursued with gusto, the technopreneurial journey is a reward in of itself, as these stories will show.
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Jim Rogers
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Random
House
A Gift To My Children - A Father's Lessons For Life And Investing
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He’s the swashbuckling world traveler and legendary investor who made his fortune before he was forty. Now the bestselling author of A Bull in China, Hot Commodities , and Adventure Capitalist shares a heartfelt, indispensable guide for his daughters (and all young investors) to find success and happiness. In A Gift to My Children , Jim Rogers offers advice with his trademark candor and confidence, but this time he adds paternal compassion, protectiveness, and love. Rogers reveals how to learn from his triumphs and mistakes in order to achieve a prosperous, well-lived life. For • Trust your own Rogers sensed China’s true potential way back in the 1980s, at a time when most analysts were highly skeptical of its prospects for growth.• Focus on what you Rogers was five when he started collecting empty bottles at baseball games instead of playing.• Be Coming to Yale from rural Alabama, and in over his head, Rogers never stopped studying and wound up with a scholarship to Oxford.• See the In 1990, Rogers traveled through six continents by motorcycle, gaining a global perspective and learning how to evaluate prospects in rapidly developing countries such as Brazil, Russia, India, and China.• Nothing is really anything deemed “innovative” or “unprecedented” is usually just overhyped, as in the case of the Internet or TV, airplanes, and railroads before it• And not a bit off the subject, and very Boys will need you more than you’ll need them!Wise and warm, accessible and inspiring, A Gift to My Children is a great gift for all those just starting to invest in their futures.
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Karen Lam
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Ws
Professional
Power Talk: Insights From Asia's Leading Entrepreneurs
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"Karen’s interviewees were a veritable who’s who in Asia … Entrepreneurs who reflect the diversity of Asia, the different routes and paths to success, but who are bound together by common themes on life, family and values. This is what Power Talk has managed to capture, and in essence, what Channel NewsAsia was meant to do … I would recommend it to anyone who wants to understand entrepreneurship in Asia." Debra Soon Chief Customer Officer, Mediacorp Pte Ltd What drives success in Asia? How did the pioneers do what they did, how are they planning their succession? What are their views on life and family? After six seasons of Channel News Asia's Power List Asia, with 73 episodes high-powered guests, over 26,000 manhours of pre- and post-production and 130,000 airmiles, comes Power Talk. Distilling the very best and most memorable conversations with various head honchos, Karen Lam sits down (not on television this time) to compile the best business ideas, personal philosophies, attitudes and intriguing stories into common themes of leadership and entrepreneurship in Asia. Featuring more than 20 Powerlisters and a range of topics such as crisis management, brand building, expanding westward and succession planning, Power Talk is a must-read for any Asian entrepreneur on the cusp of that next league.
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Michael Lewis
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Norton
The New New Thing : A Silicon Valley Story
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The New New Thing is a great read for anyone interested in the rise of startups and technology in the 21st century. Michael Lewis provides readers with an inside look into the battle between Netscape and Microsoft, as well as the investment bankers' skepticism of Healtheon. The book's most unique feature is the story of Clark's complex sailboat, Hyperion, and his belief that he can control it via computer. It's an intriguing and entertaining read for those interested in the tech industry and stories of innovation.
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Dinesh D'Souza
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Free
Press
Ronald Reagan - How An Ordinary Man Became An Extraordinary Leader
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This book gives readers an insightful look into how Ronald Reagan went from being an actor to becoming one of the most successful US Presidents. Through Reagan's leadership, the country experienced an incredible economic boom that left a lasting impact. With meticulous research and captivating storytelling, D'Souza offers readers a unique perspective on one of the most fascinating political figures of the 20th century. If you're interested in US history, politics, or leadership, this book is a must-read.
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