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Trust Me, I'm Lying : Confessions of a Media Manipulator - Thryft
Ryan Holiday

Trust Me, I'm Lying : Confessions of a Media Manipulator

from RM32.54 MYR

This book could be a good read for anyone interested in understanding the hidden workings of the media. Through a captivating and insightful narrative, the author reveals the truth behind the chaos and manipulation that often goes unnoticed in today's digital age. Be prepared to have your eyes opened and your perspective forever changed.

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The Disappearing Act - Thryft
Florence de Changy

The Disappearing Act

from RM30.21 MYR

This book is a must-read for mystery enthusiasts who crave a deep dive into one of the most perplexing aviation incidents of our time. Florence de Changy's investigative journalism leaves no stone unturned, meticulously documenting the chaotic international investigation and offering her own chilling explanation. Through countless testimonies and expert opinions, "The Disappearing Act" paints a vivid and unsettling picture of a modern-day enigma that will leave you questioning the limits of technology and the truth.

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Behind the Beautiful Forevers : Life, Death and Hope in a Mumbai Slum - Thryft
Katherine Boo

Behind the Beautiful Forevers : Life, Death and Hope in a Mumbai Slum

from RM43.27 MYR

"Behind the Beautiful Forevers" provides an eye-opening look into the lives of those living in Annawadi. Boo's exceptional storytelling perfectly captures the complexities and struggles faced by the residents and their battle for survival. This book is perfect for those who want to learn about life in a slum, the effects of a global recession and terrorism on communities, and how hope prevails amidst all the chaos.

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97,196 Words : Essays - Thryft
John Lambert, Emmanuel Carrère

97,196 Words : Essays

from RM69.30 MYR

With a blend of empathy and playfulness, Emmanuel Carrère reinvents nonfiction in his collection "97,196 Words". A mix of theology, historiography, fiction, reportage, and memoir, Carrère's essays span a wide variety of topics including American heroin addicts, the philosophy of Philip K. Dick, and his own botched interview with Catherine Deneuve. This collection is perfect for readers who want to explore the multifaceted nature of truth and reality through the lens of eccentric lives and remarkable events.

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Fire and Fury : Inside the Trump White House - Thryft
Michael Wolff

Fire and Fury : Inside the Trump White House

from RM30.18 MYR

If you're curious about the inner workings of the Trump White House and love scandalous revelations, Fire and Fury is an absolute must-read. Michael Wolff's explosive insider account provides unprecedented access to the chaos and controversy of the Trump presidency, revealing shocking details about Trump's staff, his firing of James Comey, the power struggles within his administration, and much more. This book is like a behind-the-scenes tell-all that will leave you amazed and astounded by the inner workings of American politics at its most divisive.

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Trust Me, I'm Lying : Confessions of a Media Manipulator - Thryft
Ryan Holiday

Trust Me, I'm Lying : Confessions of a Media Manipulator

from RM32.54 MYR

If you're both fascinated and horrified by how the digital age has transformed the way news is made and consumed, "Trust Me, I'm Lying" is an eye-opener. Ryan Holiday reveals the mechanics behind the media curtain, taking you on an insider's journey through the murky waters of blogs and online journalism. It's a must-read if you've ever wondered about the authenticity of the stories that shape our world.

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And Then All Hell Broke Loose: Two Decades in the Middle East - Thryft
Richard Engel

And Then All Hell Broke Loose: Two Decades in the Middle East

from RM58.10 MYR

Based on two decades of reporting, NBC’s chief foreign correspondent’s riveting story of the Middle East revolutions, the Arab Spring, war, and terrorism seen up-close—sometimes dangerously so.When he was just twenty-three, a recent graduate of Stanford University, Richard Engel set off to Cairo with $2,000 and dreams of being a reporter. Shortly thereafter he was working freelance for Arab news sources and got a call that a busload of Italian tourists were massacred at a Cairo museum. This is his first view of the carnage these years would pile on. Over two decades Engel has been under fire, blown out of hotel beds, taken hostage. He has watched Mubarak and Morsi in Egypt arrested and condemned, reported from Jerusalem, been through the Lebanese war, covered the whole shooting match in Iraq, interviewed Libyan rebels who toppled Gaddafi, reported from Syria as Al-Qaeda stepped in, was kidnapped in the Syrian crosscurrents of fighting. He goes into Afghanistan with the Taliban and to Iraq with ISIS. In the page-turning And Then All Hell Broke Loose, he shares his adventure tale.Engel takes chances, though not reckless ones, keeps a level head and a sense of humor, as well as a grasp of history in the making. Reporting as NBC’s Chief-Foreign Correspondent, he reveals his unparalleled access to the major figures, the gritty soldiers, and the helpless victims in the Middle East during this watershed time. We can experience the unforgettable suffering and despair of the local populations. Engel’s vivid description is intimate and personal. Importantly, it is a succinct and authoritative account of the ever-changing currents in that dangerous land.

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The Big Short : Inside the Doomsday Machine - Thryft
Michael Lewis

The Big Short : Inside the Doomsday Machine

from RM54.67 MYR

"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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Footnotes in Gaza - Thryft
Joe Sacco

Footnotes in Gaza

from RM58.99 MYR

Recommended for readers interested in journalistic graphic novels, portrays the daily lives of Palestinians in Gaza Strip, covers a massacre in Rafah in 1956 that left 111 Palestinians dead and explores the competing truths behind it.

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The New Republic - Thryft
Lionel Shriver

The New Republic

from RM26.82 MYR

"The New Republic" would be a good read for someone who enjoys political satire and an exploration of the dynamics of admiration. Lionel Shriver's droll, tongue-in-cheek approach to weighty issues like terrorism and journalism infuses the story with an irreverent spirit. The book's exploration of the magnetic appeal of certain individuals also adds to its charm and invites reflection. Overall, this is a book that is sure to entertain and provoke thought.

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The Content Trap - Thryft
Bharat Anand

The Content Trap

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The Content Trap is a must-read for anyone looking to succeed in the digital age. Anand provides insightful anecdotes and research that emphasizes the importance of fostering connectivity over creating content. His approach challenges traditional beliefs about business and offers a new perspective on digital transformation. The book is ideal for entrepreneurs, marketers, and business leaders who want to stay ahead of the curve and understand the interconnectedness of our digital world.

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Righteous Indignation : Excuse Me While I Save the World - Thryft
Andrew Breitbart

Righteous Indignation : Excuse Me While I Save the World

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"Brash, funny, fiery, and irreverent." -- Rush LimbaughKnown for his network of conservative websites that draws millions of readers everyday, Andrew Breitbart has one main to make sure the "liberally biased" major news outlets in this country cover all aspects of a story fairly. Breitbart is convinced that too many national stories are slanted by the news media in an unfair way.In Righteous Indignations, Breitbart talks about how one needs to deal with the liberal news world head on. Along the way, he details his early years, working with Matt Drudge, the Huffington Post , and how Breitbart developed his unique style of launching key websites to help get the word out to conservatives all over.A rollicking and controversial read, Breitbart will certainly raise your blood pressure, one way or another.

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Hotel K : The Shocking Inside Story of Bali's Most Notorious Jail - Thryft
Kathryn Bonella

Hotel K : The Shocking Inside Story of Bali's Most Notorious Jail

from RM22.33 MYR

Recommendation: Hotel K is a gripping true story that exposes the dark reality of Bali's infamous Kerobokan prison. From corrupt guards and wild sex nights to drug factories and staged suicides, the book pulls no punches in revealing the squalor and violence that pervades the jail. If you're interested in true crime and want to explore a world that's far removed from the Bali paradise you know, Hotel K is the book for you.

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Hooking Up - Thryft
Tom Wolfe

Hooking Up

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Hooking Up by Tom Wolfe is a must-read for those who are interested in understanding how sexual dynamics shape the modern society. Using his trademark wit and deep insight, Wolfe presents a wide-ranging collection of essays that cover topics from teenage dating to the effects of genetic engineering on our lives. The most unique feature of this book is Wolfe's ability to weave together seemingly disconnected topics to reveal a deeper understanding of contemporary culture. Highly recommended for anyone looking to broaden their perspective on modern society.

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Fire and Fury : Inside the Trump White House - Thryft
Michael Wolff

Fire and Fury : Inside the Trump White House

from RM26.95 MYR

Recommended to those who want a closer look at the behind-the-scenes workings of the Trump administration. This book provides new details about the chaos in the Oval Office and shows how and why Donald Trump has become the king of discord and disunion. It is a must-read for those who want a deeper understanding of the current political landscape and the inner workings of the White House.

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Bad Blood : Secrets and Lies in a Silicon Valley Startup - Thryft
John Carreyrou

Bad Blood : Secrets and Lies in a Silicon Valley Startup

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Bad Blood is a must-read for anyone interested in the intersection of ambition, technology, and corporate fraud. Carreyrou's book is a meticulously researched account that lays bare the details of the rise and fall of Elizabeth Holmes and Theranos. As entertaining as it is informative, Bad Blood manages to be a thrilling page-turner while also serving as a cautionary tale about the pitfalls of unchecked ambition in the tech industry.

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The Big Short : Inside the Doomsday Machine - Thryft
Michael Lewis

The Big Short : Inside the Doomsday Machine

from RM27.62 MYR

From the jungles of the trading floor to the casinos of Las Vegas, The Big Short, Michael Lewis's No.1 bestseller, tells the outrageous story of the misfits, renegades and visionaries who saw that the biggest credit bubble of all time was about to burst, bet against the banking system - and made a killing.'In the hands of Michael Lewis, anything is possible ... if you want to know how a nation lost its financial mind - and have a good laugh finding out - this is the book to read' Sunday Times 'Magnificent ... a perfect storm of brilliant writer meeting big subject' Guardian 'A triumph ... riveting ... The Big Short reads like a thriller' The Times'A terrifying story, superbly well told' Daily Telegraph'A rollicking good yarn' Financial Times 'Probably the single best piece of financial journalism ever written' Reuters

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How Democracy Ends - Thryft
David Runciman

How Democracy Ends

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"How Democracy Ends" is an essential read for those who want to understand the current political climate. Author David Runciman provides a fascinating analysis of how democracy has collapsed in the past and the ways in which it is unraveling in the present day. He offers a sobering warning about the state of democracy and argues that it's up to the people to take responsibility and work to protect it. This book is perfect for those who are interested in politics and want to deepen their understanding of how we got to where we are today.

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Columbine - Thryft
Dave Cullen

Columbine

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"Columbine" provides a rare and penetrating insight into one of America's most shocking tragedies. Dave Cullen's in-depth and extensively researched account is a stark portrayal of the reality of the crime. It delves into the psyche of the killers, exposing their motives, thoughts, and emotions, to the minutest detail. The book is a must-read for those interested in gaining an understanding of the darker side of human nature.

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So You've Been Publicly Shamed - Thryft
Jon Ronson

So You've Been Publicly Shamed

from RM14.46 MYR

For the past three years, Jon Ronson has traveled the world meeting recipients of high-profile public shamings. The shamed are people like us, people who, say, made a joke on social media that came out badly or made a mistake at work. Once the transgression is revealed, collective outrage circles with the force of a hurricane and the next thing they know, they're being torn apart by an angry mob, jeered at, demonized, sometimes even fired from their job. A great renaissance of public shaming is sweeping our land. Justice has been democratized. The silent majority are getting a voice, but what are we doing with our voice? We are mercilessly finding people's faults. We are defining the boundaries of normality by ruining the lives of those outside it. We are using shame as a form of social control. Simultaneously powerful and hilarious in the way only Jon Ronson can be, So You've Been Publicly Shamed is a deeply honest book about modern life, full of eye-opening truths about the escalating war on human flaws and the very scary part we all play in it.

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Hotel K : The Shocking Inside Story of Bali's Most Notorious Jail - Thryft
Kathryn Bonella

Hotel K : The Shocking Inside Story of Bali's Most Notorious Jail

from RM33.24 MYR

Recommendation: Hotel K provides a shocking, yet intriguing glimpse into the dark underworld of Bali's infamous jail. From the corrupt guards organizing 'sex nights' to an ecstasy factory, the book uncovers the squalor and corruption that lurk behind the jail's walls. It's a compelling read for true crime enthusiasts who are interested in the seedier side of paradise.

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Two Hours : The Quest to Run the Impossible Marathon - Thryft
Ed Caesar

Two Hours : The Quest to Run the Impossible Marathon

from RM31.21 MYR

Recommended for those interested in the science and history of marathon running, and the human spirit that drives us to achieve the impossible. Ed Caesar chronicles the fascinating journey of the greatest marathoners on earth and their quest to run the sub-two-hour marathon. With exclusive access to the Nike Breaking2 project and the Ineos159 event, readers will also learn about the latest advancements in physiology and technology that have made this once-impossible feat possible.

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Chuck Klosterman IV : A Decade of Curious People and Dangerous Ideas - Thryft
Chuck Klosterman

Chuck Klosterman IV : A Decade of Curious People and Dangerous Ideas

from RM35.06 MYR

Chuck Klosterman IV is a must-read for anyone who lives, breathes, and loves pop culture. Klosterman's ability to write about topics as diverse as Britney Spears, Metallica, and Super People with wit, introspection, and a dose of humor is what makes this book a unique and fun read. The footnotes may seem like distractions, but they end up adding another layer to Klosterman's already fascinating stories. If you are a fan of pop culture and are looking for a book that will make you think, laugh, and maybe even challenge your beliefs, Chuck Klosterman IV is the book for you.

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Any Ordinary Day : Blindsides, Resilience and What Happens After the Worst Day of Your Life - Thryft
Leigh Sales

Any Ordinary Day : Blindsides, Resilience and What Happens After the Worst Day of Your Life

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As a journalist, Leigh Sales often encounters people experiencing the worst moments of their lives in the full glare of the media. But one particular string of bad news stories – and a terrifying brush with her own mortality – sent her looking for answers about how vulnerable each of us is to a life-changing event. What are our chances of actually experiencing one? What do we fear most and why? And when the worst does happen, what comes next?In this wise and layered book, Leigh talks intimately with people who’ve faced the unimaginable, from terrorism to natural disaster to simply being in the wrong place at the wrong time. Expecting broken lives, she instead finds strength, hope, even humour. Leigh brilliantly condenses the cutting-edge research on the way the human brain processes fear and grief, and poses the questions we too often ignore out of awkwardness. Along the way, she offers an unguarded account of her own challenges and what she’s learned about coping with life’s unexpected blows.Warm, candid and empathetic, this book is about what happens when ordinary people, on ordinary days, are forced to suddenly find the resilience most of us don’t know we have.

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The Rise of Islamic State : ISIS and the New Sunni Revolution - Thryft
Patrick Cockburn

The Rise of Islamic State : ISIS and the New Sunni Revolution

from RM26.95 MYR

This book offers a comprehensive analysis of the reasons behind the formation and rise of ISIS, the most brutal jihadi movement that emerged out of the Middle East. The book dives into the foreign policy failures of the US and the West, and its impact on the war-torn Middle East. It presents a unique perspective on the issue and provides an informed insight into the growing threat of ISIS and their potential impact on the region and the world.

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The Firm - The Inside Story Of McKinsey, The World's Most Controversial Management Consultancy - Thryft
Duff McDonald

The Firm - The Inside Story Of McKinsey, The World's Most Controversial Management Consultancy

from RM14.19 MYR

The Firm is an eye-opening read for anyone interested in the inner workings of the world's top management consultancy. Duff McDonald's extensive research uncovers both the positive and negative aspects of McKinsey's influence on businesses and governments. Readers will be intrigued by the previously undocumented workings of McKinsey and its impact on the corporate world.

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I Alone Can Fix It: Donald J. Trump's Catastrophic Final Year - Thryft
Philip Rucker, Carol Leonnig

I Alone Can Fix It: Donald J. Trump's Catastrophic Final Year

from RM28.88 MYR

If you're seeking to understand the chaos that seemed to emanate from the White House in 2020, "I Alone Can Fix It" offers you a seat at the table where decisions—or the notable lack thereof—shaped a year fraught with pandemic woes and political unrest. Authors Rucker and Leonnig are your thorough guides through the labyrinth of a presidency that historians and citizens alike will ponder for years. It's a read that brings context and insight into a deeply polarizing segment of American history.

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Stringer - A Reporter's Journey In The Congo - Thryft
Anjan Sundaram

Stringer - A Reporter's Journey In The Congo

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Stringer could be a good read for someone interested in journalism and seeking a unique perspective on the challenges faced by a foreign journalist in the Congo. Sundaram's writing is visceral and immersive, transporting the reader into the chaos of the 2006 elections. The most striking aspect of the book is the author's unflinching honesty in confronting his own naivete and privilege, a feature that has garnered praise from readers and reviewers alike.

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Nothing to Envy : Ordinary Lives in North Korea - Thryft
Barbara Demick

Nothing to Envy : Ordinary Lives in North Korea

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An eye-opening account of life inside North Korea--a closed world of increasing global importance--hailed as a "tour de force of meticulous reporting" (The New York Review of Books)NATIONAL BOOK AWARD FINALIST - NATIONAL BOOK CRITICS CIRCLE AWARD FINALIST In this landmark addition to the literature of totalitarianism, award-winning journalist Barbara Demick follows the lives of six North Korean citizens over fifteen years--a chaotic period that saw the death of Kim Il-sung, the rise to power of his son Kim Jong-il (the father of Kim Jong-un), and a devastating famine that killed one-fifth of the population.Demick brings to life what it means to be living under the most repressive regime today--an Orwellian world that is by choice not connected to the Internet, where displays of affection are punished, informants are rewarded, and an offhand remark can send a person to the gulag for life. She takes us deep inside the country, beyond the reach of government censors, and through meticulous and sensitive reporting we see her subjects fall in love, raise families, nurture ambitions, and struggle for survival. One by one, we witness their profound, life-altering disillusionment with the government and their realization that, rather than providing them with lives of abundance, their country has betrayed them.Praise for Nothing to Envy"Provocative . . . offers extensive evidence of the author's deep knowledge of this country while keeping its sights firmly on individual stories and human details."--The New York Times"Deeply moving . . . The personal stories are related with novelistic detail."--The Wall Street Journal"A tour de force of meticulous reporting."--The New York Review of Books"Excellent . . . humanizes a downtrodden, long-suffering people whose individual lives, hopes and dreams are so little known abroad."--San Francisco Chronicle"The narrow boundaries of our knowledge have expanded radically with the publication of Nothing to Envy. . . . Elegantly structured and written, [it] is a groundbreaking work of literary nonfiction."--John Delury, Slate"At times a page-turner, at others an intimate study in totalitarian psychology."--The Philadelphia Inquirer

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Hooking Up - Thryft
Tom Wolfe

Hooking Up

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*Tom Wolfe's first collection of essays and short fiction for twenty years: a major publishing event* Hooking Up ranges all over the modern world; in it Tom Wolfe updates us on the sexual manners and mores of teenagers (he is not adverse to doing a survey of teenage address books to find out exactly how many of them don't know the names of the boy/girl they've just hooked up with). From this he moves effortlessly to an investigation of the fundamental ways in which our lives and self-perceptions have changed, living as we do in a modern world of genetic engineering and neuroscience. There are pieces on sting T.V. as well as forecasts of radical changes sweeping the world of the arts. Hooking Up closes with the legendary, never-before-reprinted pieces about The New Yorker and its famously reclusive editor William Shawn, pieces which early on helped win Wolfe his matchless reputation for reportorial bravura and spot-on insight. A glorious, questioning, memorable book, Hooking Up shows Tom Wolfe at the very top of his form.

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Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas : A Savage Journey to the Heart of the American Dream - Thryft
Ralph Steadman, Hunter S. Thompson

Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas : A Savage Journey to the Heart of the American Dream

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This wild and crazy ride is not for the faint of heart. With its vivid and hallucinatory prose, Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas takes you on a drug-soaked journey through the underbelly of American society. Hunter S. Thompson's fearless and unconventional style of journalism, known as gonzo, immerses you in the chaotic and darkly humorous world of excess and disillusionment. Strap in and get ready for a rollicking adventure that will leave you questioning the very foundations of the American Dream. It's a mind-bending experience you won't soon forget.

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One of Us : The Story of Anders Breivik and the Massacre in Norway - Thryft
Åsne Seierstad

One of Us : The Story of Anders Breivik and the Massacre in Norway

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A harrowing and thorough account of the massacre that upended Norway, and the trial that helped put the country back togetherOn July 22, 2011, Anders Behring Breivik detonated a bomb outside government buildings in central Oslo, killing eight people. He then proceeded to a youth camp on the island of Utøya, where he killed sixty-nine more, most of them teenage members of Norway’s governing Labour Party. In The Island, the journalist Åsne Seierstad tells the story of this terrible day and what led up to it. What made Breivik, a gifted child from an affluent neighborhood in Oslo, become a terrorist?     As in her bestseller The Bookseller of Kabul, Seierstad excels at the vivid portraiture of lives under stress. She delves deep into Breivik’s troubled childhood, showing how a hip-hop and graffiti aficionado became a right-wing activist and Internet game addict, and then an entrepreneur, Freemason, and self-styled master warrior who sought to “save Norway” from the threat of Islam and multiculturalism. She writes with equal intimacy about Breivik’s victims, tracing their political awakenings, aspirations to improve their country, and ill-fated journeys to the island. By the time Seierstad reaches Utøya, we know both the killer and those he will kill. We have also gotten to know an entire country—famously peaceful and prosperous, and utterly incapable of protecting its youth.

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Moneyland : The Inside Story of the Crooks and Kleptocrats Who Rule the World - Thryft
Oliver Bullough

Moneyland : The Inside Story of the Crooks and Kleptocrats Who Rule the World

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Moneyland could be a good read for those interested in understanding how corruption works and how it affects the world we live in. The book takes the reader on a journey into the hidden world of kleptocrats, exposing how they have been able to exploit the system and amass wealth at the expense of their countries' development. The author presents a compelling argument on how the institutions of the Western world have turned a blind eye to these corrupt practices, making it possible for them to thrive. The book also highlights the work of activists fighting against these nefarious practices, making it a hopeful read for those who believe in the power of activism and social justice.

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Plutocrats : The Rise of the New Global Super-Rich and the Fall of Everyone Else - Thryft
Chrystia Freeland

Plutocrats : The Rise of the New Global Super-Rich and the Fall of Everyone Else

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A Financial Times Best Book of the YearWinner of the 2013 Lionel Gelber Prize There has always been some gap between rich and poor in this country, but in the last few decades what it means to be rich has changed dramatically. Alarmingly, the greatest income gap is not between the 1 percent and the 99 percent, but within the wealthiest 1 percent of our nation--as the merely wealthy are left behind by the rapidly expanding fortunes of the new global super-rich. Forget the 1 percent; Plutocrats proves that it is the wealthiest 0.1 percent who are outpacing the rest of us at break-neck speed. What’s changed is more than numbers. Today, most colossal fortunes are new, not inherited--amassed by perceptive businessmen who see themselves as deserving victors in a cut-throat international competition. As a transglobal class of successful professionals, today’s self-made oligarchs often feel they have more in common with one another than with their countrymen back home. Bringing together the economics and psychology of these new super-rich, Plutocrats puts us inside a league very much of its own, with its own rules. The closest mirror to our own time is the late nineteenth century Gilded Age--the era of powerful ‘robber barons’ like Andrew Carnegie and John D. Rockefeller. Then as now, emerging markets and innovative technologies collided to produce unprecedented wealth for more people than ever in human history. Yet those at the very top benefited far more than others--and from this pinnacle they exercised immense and unchecked power in their countries. Today’s closest analogue to these robber barons can be found in the turbulent economies of India, Brazil, and China, all home to ferocious market competition and political turmoil. But wealth, corruption, and populism are no longer constrained by national borders, so this new Gilded Age is already transforming the economics of the West as well. Plutocrats demonstrates how  social upheavals generated by the first Gilded Age may pale in comparison to what is in store for us, as the wealth of the entire globalized world is concentrated in fewer and fewer hands. Cracking open the tight-knit world of the new global super-rich is Chrystia Freeland, an acclaimed business journalist who has spent nearly two decades reporting on the new transglobal elite. She parses an internal Citigroup memo that urges clients to design portfolios around the international “Plutonomy” and not the national “rest”; follows Russian, Mexican, and Indian oligarchs during the privatization boom as they manipulate the levers of power to commandeer their local economies; breaks down the gender divide between the vast female-managed ‘middle class’ and the world’s one thousand billionaires; shows how, by controlling both the economic and political institutions of their nation, the richest members of China’s National People’s Congress have amassed more wealth than every branch of American government combined--the president, his cabinet, the justices of the Supreme Court, and both houses of Congress. Though the results can be shocking, Freeland dissects the lives of the world’s wealthiest individuals with empathy, intelligence, and deep insight. Brightly written, powerfully researched, and propelled by fascinating original interviews with the plutocrats themselves, Plutocrats is a tour-de-force of social and economic history, and the definitive examination of inequality in our time.

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White Sands : Experiences from the Outside World - Thryft
Geoff Dyer

White Sands : Experiences from the Outside World

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White Sands is an innovative blend of travel writing, essay, criticism, and fiction. It is perfect for anyone who loves to explore new worlds or have a smart and cantankerous wit. Geoff Dyer's unique writing style will keep you engaged and entertained from start to finish.

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The Vanity Fair Diaries: 1983-1992 - Thryft
Tina Brown

The Vanity Fair Diaries: 1983-1992

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Recommendation: - Entertaining and insightful, this book offers a behind-the-scenes look into the competitive world of New York media in the 80s and 90s. Tina Brown's diary takes readers on a wild ride, filled with juicy scoops and scandalous covers that defined an era. With its witty observations and insider anecdotes, this book is a must-read for anyone interested in the glamour and drama of the publishing industry.

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Arguably : Essays by Christopher Hitchens - Thryft
Christopher Hitchens

Arguably : Essays by Christopher Hitchens

from RM32.90 MYR

For nearly four decades, Christopher Hitchens has been telling us, in pitch-perfect prose, what we confront when we grapple with first principles -- the principles of reason and tolerance and skepticism that define and inform the foundations of our civilization -- principles that, to endure, must be defended anew by every generation. Here, in "Arguably," he invites readers to take a seat at a democratic conversation, to be engaged, and to be reasoned with. Astute, vivid, and uninhibited, Hitchens sets a standard for the essayist that has rarely been matched in our time. What emerges in this indispensible volume is an intellectual self-portrait of a writer with an exemplary steadiness of purpose and a love affair with the delights and seductions of the English language, a man anchored in a profound and humane vision of the human longing for reason and justice.

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A Shot to Save the World : The Remarkable Race and Ground-Breaking Science Behind the Covid-19 Vaccines - Thryft
Gregory Zuckerman

A Shot to Save the World : The Remarkable Race and Ground-Breaking Science Behind the Covid-19 Vaccines

from RM23.10 MYR

Recommended for those interested in the story and heroes behind the development of Covid-19 vaccines. The book offers a thrilling account of the race to develop an effective vaccine by unlikely and untested scientists and executives, despite being met with scepticism and scorn. It inspires awe and admiration for the courage, genius, and heroism displayed by these individuals, who worked tirelessly to save humanity from the deadliest pandemic in a century. Readers will also gain insights into the top-secret laboratories, corporate clashes, and high-stakes government negotiations that culminated in the most consequential scientific breakthrough of our time.

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One of Us : The Story of Anders Breivik and the Massacre in Norway - Thryft
Åsne Seierstad

One of Us : The Story of Anders Breivik and the Massacre in Norway

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One of Us is a powerful and sobering account of the 2011 terrorist attacks in Norway. Asne Seierstad's journalistic approach provides a deeply insightful perspective into the tragedy, examining both the killer and the victims. While the subject matter is heavy, the book is a must-read for anyone interested in understanding the complexities of modern-day violence and its impact on communities.

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Going Dark : The Secret Social Lives of Extremists - Thryft
Julia Ebner

Going Dark : The Secret Social Lives of Extremists

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By day, Julia Ebner works at a counter-extremism think tank, monitoring radical groups from the outside, but two years ago, she began to feel that she was only seeing half the picture. She needed to get inside the groups to truly understand them. So she decided to go undercover in her spare hours – late nights, holidays, weekends – adopting five different identities, and joining a dozen extremist groups from across the ideological spectrum.Her journey would take her from a Generation Identity global strategy meeting in a pub in Mayfair, to a Neo-Nazi Music Festival on the border of Germany and Poland. She would get relationship advice from 'Trad Wives' and Jihadi Brides and hacking lessons from ISIS. She was in the channels when the alt-right began planning the lethal Charlottesville rally, and spent time in the networks that would radicalise the Christchurch terrorist.In Going Dark, Ebner takes the reader on a deeply compulsive, terrifying, illuminating journey into the darkest recesses of extremist thinking, exposing how closely we are surrounded by their fanatical ideology every day, the changing nature and practice of these groups, and what is being done to counter them.

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Fiasco : The American Military Adventure in Iraq - Thryft
Thomas E. Ricks

Fiasco : The American Military Adventure in Iraq

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Cutting through the headlines and spin, this is the first book to give us a true picture of the reality on the ground, through the words of the people there - from commanders to intelligence officers, army doctors to ordinary soldiers. Providing eye-witness accounts that contradict the official stories and figures, they give a chilling picture of the deceit, stupidity, wishful thinking, lack of forward planning and total intellectual failure of those behind the invasion. The result is an extraordinary new insight into the plight of ordinary soldiers doing nightmarish jobs, and the real nature of the fighting in Iraq.

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Consider The Lobster - And Other Essays - Thryft
David Foster Wallace

Consider The Lobster - And Other Essays

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If you're looking to be intellectually stimulated and entertained, "Consider the Lobster" will not disappoint. David Foster Wallace had a reputation for deeply insightful, yet accessible writing, and this collection captures that balance perfectly. It's a thought-provoking read that challenges readers to consider the everyday in new ways, and it's sure to leave you with plenty to ponder long after you’ve turned the final page.

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A Very Stable Genius : Donald J. Trump's Testing of America - Thryft
Carol Leonnig, Philip Rucker

A Very Stable Genius : Donald J. Trump's Testing of America

from RM24.53 MYR

A Very Stable Genius would be a good read for anyone interested in American politics and the inner workings of the Trump administration. This book provides an in-depth look into Trump's presidency, including the scandals and chaos that surrounded it. It is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand the impact of Trump's presidency on America's democracy and its people. The book's most unique feature is the unprecedented access the authors had to insiders who witnessed Trump's behavior firsthand, providing a gripping and authentic insider's view of his presidency.

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Who Gets In and Why : A Year Inside College Admissions - Thryft
Jeffrey J. Selingo

Who Gets In and Why : A Year Inside College Admissions

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"Who Gets In and Why" could be a good read for high school seniors and their parents who are struggling with the daunting task of applying to colleges. This book offers an exceptional insight into the actual college admission process, including the decision-making factors that colleges use. The book provides a reality check on specific admissions statistics and rankings, whilst shedding light on how students need to take a holistic approach in identifying which universities fit them best.

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The Powerful And The Damned - Private Diaries In Turbulent Times - Thryft
Lionel Barber

The Powerful And The Damned - Private Diaries In Turbulent Times

from RM45.97 MYR

'As FT editor, I was a privileged interlocutor to people in power around the world, each offering unique insights into high-level decision-making and political calculation, often in moments of crisis. These diaries offer snapshots of leadership in an age of upheaval...'Lionel Barber was Editor of the Financial Times for the tech boom, the global financial crisis, the rise of China, Brexit, and mainstream media's fight for survival in the age of fake news.In this unparalleled, no-holds-barred diary of life behind the headlines, he reveals the private meetings and exchanges with political leaders on the eve of referendums, the conversations with billionaire bankers facing economic meltdown, exchanges with Silicon Valley tech gurus and pleas from foreign emissaries desperate for inside knowledge, all against the backdrop of a wildly shifting media landscape.The result is a fascinating - and at times scathing - portrait of power in our modern age; who has it, what it takes and what drives the men and women with the world at their feet. Featuring close encounters with Trump, Cameron, Blair, Putin, Merkel and Mohammed Bin Salman and many more, this is a rare portrait of the people who continue to shape our world and who quite literally, make the news.

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El Narco: The Bloody Rise of Mexican Drug Cartels - Thryft
Ioan Grillo

El Narco: The Bloody Rise of Mexican Drug Cartels

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If you're drawn to understanding complex socio-political issues, "El Narco" will fascinate you. Ioan Grillo provides a visceral depiction of the Mexican drug cartels and the indelible impact they've had on society. Meticulously researched and compellingly written, it'll give you an insider's view on a conflict that shapes not only Mexico but also its neighbors to the north.

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The Associated Press Stylebook 2017 : and Briefing on Media Law - Thryft
Associated Press

The Associated Press Stylebook 2017 : and Briefing on Media Law

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The AP Stylebook is an essential tool for writers and editors in the field of journalism. It provides comprehensive guidance on grammar, style, and usage, and is often considered the gold standard for news writing. With regular updates to keep pace with changing language and world events, the AP Stylebook is the go-to reference for anyone seeking to improve their writing skills and produce professional-quality content. Whether you are a seasoned journalist or a student just starting out, the AP Stylebook is an essential addition to your toolkit.

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Bad Blood : Secrets and Lies in a Silicon Valley Startup - Thryft
John Carreyrou

Bad Blood : Secrets and Lies in a Silicon Valley Startup

from RM23.17 MYR

Recommendation: Hey there! If you're fascinated by the glamorous world of startups and the inner workings of Silicon Valley, "Bad Blood" is a must-read. This gripping true story takes you behind the scenes into the rise and fall of Theranos, a multibillion-dollar startup that promised to revolutionize the medical industry. With a captivating narrative and shocking revelations, "Bad Blood" exposes the dark side of ambition and deception. Prepare yourself for a thrilling journey through the scandalous world of corporate fraud and the high stakes of technological innovation. Get ready to question everything you thought you knew about the so-called "unicorns" of Silicon Valley.

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Gomorrah : Italy's Other Mafia - Thryft
Roberto Saviano

Gomorrah : Italy's Other Mafia

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This book is an eye-opening and chilling account of the Camorra mafia's activities in Italy and beyond. Saviano's personal experiences working undercover paint a vivid picture of the scale and brutality of this criminal organization. Readers interested in true crime, investigative journalism, and Italian culture will find this book a gripping read.

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The Big Short : Inside the Doomsday Machine - Thryft
Michael Lewis

The Big Short : Inside the Doomsday Machine

from RM60.09 MYR

When the crash of the U. S. stock market became public knowledge in the fall of 2008, it was already old news.

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