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Unearth the past with our wide selection of history books at Thryft. Explore ancient civilisations, world wars, and pivotal moments that shaped humanity. Whether you're a history buff or a curious learner, our collection offers both insight and intrigue.
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The Art of Travel - Thryft
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Alain de Botton | Penguin Books

The Art of Travel

RM35.00 MYR

Goodreads rating: 3.83

RM35.00 MYR

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Any Baedeker will tell us where we ought to travel, but only Alain de Botton will tell us how and why. With the same intelligence and insouciant charm he brought to How Proust Can Save Your Life, de Botton considers the pleasures of anticipation; the allure of the exotic, and the value of noticing everything from a seascape in Barbados to the takeoffs at Heathrow. Even as de Botton takes the reader along on his own peregrinations, he also cites such distinguished fellow-travelers as Baudelaire, Wordsworth, Van Gogh, the biologist Alexander von Humboldt, and the 18th-century eccentric Xavier de Maistre, who catalogued the wonders of his bedroom. The Art of Travel is a wise and utterly original book. Don’t leave home without it.
Lance Armstrong's War
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Daniel Coyle | Harper Perennial

Lance Armstrong's War

RM41.00 MYR

Goodreads rating: 3.84

RM41.00 MYR

“A velvety mix of vivid, sophisticated prose, Raymond Carver’s unerring eye for nuance, and John Irving’s irreverent, unflinching humor…” — Boston Globe. Daniel Coyle’s Lance Armstrong’s War takes a fascinating, in-depth look at a talented yet flawed sports hero as he faces a significant test in professional cycling. The book examines Armstrong’s drive and accomplishments, as well as the controversy surrounding his career.
The Perfect Storm: A True Story of Men Against the Sea
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Sebastian Junger | W. W. Norton & Company

The Perfect Storm: A True Story of Men Against the Sea

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Goodreads rating: 4.12

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Takes readers into the maelstrom and shows nature's splendid and dangerous havoc at its utmost. October 1991 documented the "perfect storm," a tempest that may happen only once in a century—a nor'easter created by such a rare combination of factors that it could not possibly have been worse. It created waves ten stories high and winds of 120 miles an hour, driving the sea to inconceivable levels few people on Earth have ever witnessed. Few, except the six-man crew of the Andrea Gail, a commercial fishing
Pre: The Story of America's Greatest Running Legend, Steve Prefontaine
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Tom Jordan | Rodale Books

Pre: The Story of America's Greatest Running Legend, Steve Prefontaine

RM48.00 MYR

Goodreads rating: 4.02

RM48.00 MYR

For five years, no American runner could beat him at any distance over a mile. At 24, with his best years ahead, Steve Prefontaine died in a car crash after leaving a party, ending the life and career of one of the most influential runners of all time. From Coos Bay, Oregon, Pre became renowned for his racing prowess and his decision to stay amateur, fighting for better funding for American athletes. He was known for his exciting, fearless racing style and his maverick personality, making him a fan favorite. A race with Prefontaine was always a spectacle. This is his story.
Freedom
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Sebastian Junger | Fourth Estate

Freedom

RM45.00 MYR

Goodreads rating: 3.76

RM45.00 MYR

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A profound rumination on the concept of freedom from the New York Times–bestselling author of Tribe. Throughout history, humans have been driven by the quest for two cherished ideals: community and freedom. The two don’t coexist easily; we value individuality and self-reliance yet are utterly dependent on community for our most basic needs. In this intricately crafted and thought-provoking book, Sebastian Junger examines the tension that lies at the heart of what it means to be human. For much of a year, Junger and three friends—a conflict photographer and two Afghan war vets—walk the railroad lines of the east coast of the United States. It is an experiment in personal autonomy, but also in interdependence. Dodging railroad cops, sleeping under bridges, cooking over fires and drinking from creeks and rivers, the four men forge a unique reliance on one another. In Freedom, Junger weaves his account of this journey with other topics: primatology and boxing strategy, the history of labour strikes and Apache renegades, the role of women in resistance movements, and the brutal reality of life on the Pennsylvania frontier. Written in exquisite, razor-sharp prose, the result is a powerful examination of the primary desire that defines us.

Dive into the annals of time

At Thryft, we carry a vast collection of history books that transport you to different eras and locales. From the wonders of ancient Egypt to the complexities of the Cold War, we've curated an array of works that cater to both seasoned historians and casual readers. With selections that shed light on the socio-political landscapes of yesteryears, each book promises a journey into rich narratives and factual revelations. Expand your understanding of human progression with works that are as educational as they are exciting.