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Elon Musk: Tesla, SpaceX, and the Quest for a Fantastic Future
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Ashlee Vance

Elon Musk: Tesla, SpaceX, and the Quest for a Fantastic Future

from RM32.53 MYR

Imagine you're sifting through the blueprint of the future, pieced together by the very hands that intend to build it. That's the journey this book promises, offering an intimate look at the resilience and ambition of a man responsible for spearheading the most audacious innovations of our time. If the crossroad of technology and futurism fascinates you, delving into Musk's life will feed that curiosity and perhaps inspire your own fantastic endeavors.

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This Is Going to Hurt
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Adam Kay

This Is Going to Hurt

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Recommendation: If you're looking for a brutally honest and hilarious glimpse into the chaotic world of junior doctors, "This is Going to Hurt" is a must-read. Adam Kay's diary entries will have you laughing out loud one moment and wiping away tears the next. It's an eye-opening and emotional rollercoaster that sheds light on the highs and lows of life on the front lines of the NHS.

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A Life Decoded: My Genome: My Life
J. Craig Venter

A Life Decoded: My Genome: My Life

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If you're fascinated by the collision of personal drive and scientific breakthrough, "A Life Decoded" might just captivate you. Venter's story is not just a narrative of scientific achievement; it's a personal odyssey that defies the odds. It's for anyone who appreciates the human element in the pursuit of knowledge, and the transformative power of ambition and intellect in overcoming life's obstacles. Plus, it offers a front-row seat to the politics and drama that accompany major scientific endeavors.

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Little Book of Big Ideas: Medicine - Thryft
Susan Aldridge

Little Book of Big Ideas: Medicine

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If you're fascinated by how medical knowledge has evolved, this gem weaves a historical tapestry, from Hippocrates to modern pioneers. It's an enlightening read that reveals how past insights and milestones in medicine shape current practices and ethical debates. Arm yourself with this overview, and you might just become the go-to person for medical history in your circle.

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Virus Hunting: AIDS, Cancer, and the Human Retrovirus - A Story of Scientific Discovery - Thryft
Robert C. Gallo

Virus Hunting: AIDS, Cancer, and the Human Retrovirus - A Story of Scientific Discovery

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If you've ever been intrigued by the detective work behind scientific breakthroughs, this book offers a profound look. Gallo's firsthand account weaves personal narrative with the excitement of unraveling the mysteries behind AIDS and cancer, making it a compelling read for anyone interested in the human stories within science.

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Blackberry Winter - My Earlier Years - Thryft
Margaret Mead

Blackberry Winter - My Earlier Years

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Recommended for fans of anthropology & autobiographies. Mead's vivid writing takes readers on a journey through her early life, shaping her unique worldview and career as a cultural anthropologist.

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Einstein: The Life and Times - Thryft
Ronald William Clark

Einstein: The Life and Times

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This biography of Einstein offers a rare glimpse into the life of one of the greatest minds in history. Through captivating storytelling, Ronald W. Clark brings out the human side of Einstein, showcasing his struggles, emotions, and deeply held beliefs. From his humble beginnings in the Swiss Alps to his complicated personal life and profound contributions to science, this book will inspire and entertain, leaving you with a profound appreciation for the man behind the genius.

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Edison & The Electric Chair: A Story of Light and Death - Thryft
Mark Essig

Edison & The Electric Chair: A Story of Light and Death

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Exploring the dichotomy of innovation and ethics, this book delves into a tale of how one of history's greatest inventors, Thomas Edison, became entwined with the development of the electric chair. Beyond the intriguing story of invention, it sheds light on the social, and political intricacies of the time, making it a compelling read for anyone interested in the impacts of technology on society and the moral dilemmas innovators often face.

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Embracing The Wide Sky - A Tour Across The Horizons Of The Mind - Thryft
Daniel Tammet

Embracing The Wide Sky - A Tour Across The Horizons Of The Mind

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Recommendation: This book is a captivating exploration of the untapped potential of the human mind. With eloquence and depth, Tammet takes readers on an awe-inspiring journey, offering profound insights into the extraordinary capacities of our brains. Embracing The Wide Sky is perfect for anyone seeking to understand the boundless capabilities of the human mind and unlock their own hidden potential.

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Close to the Machine: Technophilia and Its Discontents - Thryft
Ellen Ullman

Close to the Machine: Technophilia and Its Discontents

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This book could be a good read for anyone fascinated by the early days of the digital revolution and wants an insider's perspective. Ellen Ullman delves deep into the world of software engineering, revealing both the excitement and challenges of being at the forefront of technological advancements. Through her intimate and honest storytelling, she showcases the complexities of human life and the struggle to encapsulate it in efficient code. Close to the Machine is a captivating reflection on the profound impact of technology on society and the individuals who shape it.

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Breakthrough: how one teen innovator is changing the world - Thryft
Jack Andraka

Breakthrough: how one teen innovator is changing the world

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You'll be swept up in Jack's raw journey, not just as a prodigious scientist but as someone who faced real-world problems like bullying and grief. His relentless curiosity and refusal to accept the status quo will strike a chord, especially if you've ever felt like an outsider. His story is proof that determination and education can lead to groundbreaking achievements, and it might just inspire you to chase your own 'impossible' dreams.

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Laser: The Inventor, the Noble Laureate, and the Thirty-Year Patent War - Thryft
Nick Taylor

Laser: The Inventor, the Noble Laureate, and the Thirty-Year Patent War

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If you're someone with a taste for David vs. Goliath type of battles, 'Laser: The Inventor, the Noble Laureate, and the Thirty-Year Patent War' will draw you in. It's the gritty reality of innovation—showing the struggle to get credit where it's due. Packed with insights into the American patent system, this book isn't just a technical recount; it's about the relentless human spirit behind one of the greatest technological advancements.

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Ignited Minds: Unleashing the Power Within India
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A.P.J. Abdul Kalam

Ignited Minds: Unleashing the Power Within India

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Ignited Minds is a motivational read that emphasizes on building patriotism, gaining confidence in oneself, and the need for role models to follow. It inspires readers to work hard to achieve India's full potential and overcome its shortcomings. Highly recommended for anyone interested in shaping India's future.

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The Hope Circuit: A Psychologist's Journey from Helplessness to Optimism - Thryft
Martin E.P. Seligman

The Hope Circuit: A Psychologist's Journey from Helplessness to Optimism

from RM64.33 MYR

One of the most influential living psychologists looks at the history of his life and discipline, and paints a much brighter future for everyone.When Martin E. P. Seligman first encountered psychology in the 1960s, the field was devoted to eliminating it was the science of how past trauma creates present symptoms. Today, thanks in large part to Seligman's Positive Psychology movement, it is ever more focused not on what cripples life, but on what makes life worth living -- with profound consequences for our mental health.In this wise and eloquent memoir, spanning the most transformative years in the history of modern psychology, Seligman recounts how he learned to study optimism -- including a life-changing conversation with his five-year-old daughter. He tells the human stories behind some of his major findings, like CAVE, an analytical tool that predicts election outcomes (with shocking accuracy) based on the language used in campaign speeches, the international spread of Positive Education, the launch of the US Army's huge resilience program, and the canonical studies that birthed the theory of learned helplessness -- which he now reveals was incorrect. And he writes at length for the first time about his own battles with depression at a young age.In The Hope Circuit , Seligman makes a compelling and deeply personal case for the importance of virtues like hope, gratitude, and wisdom for our mental health. You will walk away from this book not just educated but deeply enriched.

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When Breath Becomes Air : THE MILLION COPY BESTSELLER - Thryft
Paul Kalanithi

When Breath Becomes Air : THE MILLION COPY BESTSELLER

from RM30.21 MYR

This book could be a good read for you if you're searching for a profound and emotional reflection on life and mortality. Paul Kalanithi's journey from a doctor to a patient offers a thought-provoking exploration of what makes life worth living in the face of death. His beautiful writing and personal insight will leave you contemplating the meaning of existence long after you turn the last page.

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When Breath Becomes Air - Thryft
Paul Kalanithi, Abraham Verghese

When Breath Becomes Air

from RM23.16 MYR

At the age of thirty-six, on the verge of completing a decade’s worth of training as a neurosurgeon, Paul Kalanithi was diagnosed with stage IV lung cancer. One day he was a doctor treating the dying, and the next he was a patient struggling to live. And just like that, the future he and his wife had imagined evaporated. When Breath Becomes Air chronicles Kalanithi’s transformation from a naïve medical student “possessed,” as he wrote, “by the question of what, given that all organisms die, makes a virtuous and meaningful life” into a neurosurgeon at Stanford working in the brain, the most critical place for human identity, and finally into a patient and new father confronting his own mortality.What makes life worth living in the face of death? What do you do when the future, no longer a ladder toward your goals in life, flattens out into a perpetual present? What does it mean to have a child, to nurture a new life as another fades away? These are some of the questions Kalanithi wrestles with in this profoundly moving, exquisitely observed memoir.

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