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Alan Bennett

Keeping On Keeping On

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A collection of Bennett's diaries and essays, covering 2005 to 2015Alan Bennett's third collection of prose, Keeping On Keeping On, follows in the footsteps of the phenomenally successful Writing Home and Untold Stories. Bringing together the hilarious, revealing, and lucidly intelligent writing of one of England's best-known literary figures, Keeping On Keeping On contains Bennett's diaries from 2005 to 2015--with everything from his much celebrated essays to his irreverent comic pieces and reviews--reflecting on a decade that saw four major theater premieres and the films of The History Boys and The Lady in the Van. A chronicle of one of the most important literary careers of the twentieth century, Keeping On Keeping On is a classic history of a life in letters.

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Anne Frank

The Diary of Anne Frank

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The Diary of Anne Frank is a must-read for anyone interested in personal narratives of the Holocaust. The diary provides a unique window into the experiences of a young girl who was forced to hide in a cramped attic with her family for two years, and ultimately lost her life to the horrors of the concentration camps. Anne's writing is insightful, engaging, and at times heart-breaking, making the book a powerful reminder of the human toll of war and persecution.

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Roxane Gay

Hunger : A Memoir of (My) Body

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This book is a powerful and courageous memoir that delves deep into the complexities of body image and self-acceptance. Roxane Gay's candid narrative allows readers to empathize with her struggles, while shedding light on societal expectations and the emotional toll they can take. Hunger is a must-read for anyone seeking a profound understanding of body positivity and the importance of self-love.

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Peter Crouch

How to Be a Footballer

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This book is perfect for football fans who enjoy behind-the-scenes stories from professional players. Peter Crouch's humor and self-deprecating anecdotes make for an entertaining read. The book also provides insights into the world of footballers, including their eccentricities and superstitions. Overall, "How to Be a Footballer" is a funny, light-hearted read that will leave you with a better understanding of the daily life of a footballer.

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Sally Jenkins, Lance Armstrong

It's Not about the Bike : My Journey Back to Life

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Recommended for sports enthusiasts & those seeking inspiration. Armstrong's determination and commitment to his sport amidst personal challenges is truly inspiring. His medical journey is described in detail, offering a true-to-life depiction of his struggles, thereby making his victories even more worthy of celebration.

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Paul Auster

Winter Journal

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Winter Journal could be a good read for those who enjoy intimate and reflective memoirs. Auster takes readers on an insightful journey through his life, exploring the physical sensations that have shaped his experiences. His lucid and poetic prose captures moments of great joy and pain, inviting readers to contemplate the connection between their own bodies and the stories of their lives.

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J.D. Vance

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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Sophia Amoruso

#Girlboss

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If you ever feel like the odd one out and need a dose of inspiration, #Girlboss could be your new best friend. Sophia Amoruso's straight-shooting insights offer a fresh take on building a business from the ground up. This one's for you if you love hearing about underdog successes and the nitty-gritty of entrepreneurial life. It's not just a success story; it's a rallying cry for anyone who wants to chart their own course.

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Anthony Bozza, Slash

Slash: The Autobiography

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It seems excessive...but that doesn't mean it didn't happen. Saul "Slash" Hudson was born in Hampstead to a Jewish father, an album cover artist, and a black American mother of Nigerian descent, who created David Bowie's look in The Man Who Fell to Earth. He was raised in Stoke until he was 11, when he and his mother moved to LA. Frequent visitors to the house were David Bowie, Joni Mitchell, Ron Wood and Iggy Pop, . At this time Slash got into BMX bikes, and would eventually turn professional, winning won major awards and money, but at 15 his grandmother gave him his first guitar. Even though it had just one string he began teaching himself to play, and soon school was forgotten as he devoted up to 12 hours a day to honing his skills. Sessions with numerous local LA rock bands followed until a fateful meeting with singer W Axl Rose! and the rest was rock history. Guns and Roses spent two years building their reputation before Appetite for Destruction, their debut album, was unleashed on an unsuspecting Eighties audience.Chart success and global domination followed but with it came the inevitable fall: heavily addicted to heroin, booze and cigarettes, the strain of this and 18 months touring the Use your Illusion albums finally caused the world's greatest rock band to implode, and Slash had a major falling out with Axl Rose, a rift that to this day is as deep as ever.

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Amy Liptrot

The Outrun

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"The Outrun" is a memoir that tells the story of Amy Liptrot and her journey towards recovery from addiction. It offers a unique perspective of finding solace in nature, specifically in the wild beauty of Orkney. The book has won several prestigious prizes and has been applauded for its honest portrayal of addiction and recovery. A good read for anyone looking for a powerful story that advocates for the healing power of nature.

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Maya Angelou

I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings

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This book provides a powerful and insightful look into the life of a young girl growing up in a society that tries to hold her down because of her race and gender. Maya Angelou's writing is both poetic and honest, making this an inspiring read for anyone who has faced adversity. The book emphasizes the narrator's journey towards acceptance and self-love, and although it deals with difficult topics such as racism and sexual assault, it ultimately emerges as a tale of resilience and triumph.

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Una LaMarche

Unabrow : Misadventures of a Late Bloomer

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Unabrow is a hilarious book for anyone who has ever felt awkward or struggled to fit in. Una LaMarche's witty writing style will have you laughing out loud as she shares cringe-worthy stories from her own life. What makes this book stand out is its feminist undertones - Una is unapologetically herself, embracing her body hair and exposing the ridiculous expectations placed on women's appearances. This book is perfect for fans of Mindy Kaling, Tina Fey, and Amy Schumer who want to read about a woman unafraid to be herself.

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Sophia Amoruso

#GIRLBOSS

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‘In the New York Times bestseller that the Washington Post called "Lean In for misfits," Sophia Amoruso shares how she went from dumpster diving to founding one of the fastest-growing retailers in the world. Sophia Amoruso spent her teens hitchhiking, committing petty theft, and scrounging in dumpsters for leftover bagels. By age twenty-two she had dropped out of school, and was broke, directionless, and checking IDs in the lobby of an art school— a job she’d taken for the health insurance. It was in that lobby that Sophia decided to start selling vintage clothes on eBay. Flash forward ten years to today, and she’s the founder and executive chairman of Nasty Gal, a $250-million-plus fashion retailer with more than four hundred employees. Sophia was never a typical CEO, or a typical anything, and she’s written #GIRLBOSS for other girls like her: outsiders (and insiders) seeking a unique path to success, even when that path is windy as all hell and lined with naysayers. #GIRLBOSS proves that being successful isn’t about where you went to college or how popular you were in high school. It’s about trusting your instincts and following your gut; knowing which rules to follow and which to break; when to button up and when to let your freak flag fly.' to 'In the New York Times bestseller that the Washington Post called "Lean In for misfits," Sophia Amoruso shares how she went from dumpster diving to founding one of the fastest-growing retailers in the world Sophia Amoruso spent her teens hitchhiking, committing petty theft, and scrounging in dumpsters for leftover bagels. By age twenty-two she had dropped out of school, and was broke, directionless, and checking IDs in the lobby of an art school—a job she’d taken for the health insurance. It was in that lobby that Sophia decided to start selling vintage clothes on eBay. Flash forward ten years to today, and she’s the founder and executive chairman of Nasty Gal, a $250-million-plus fashion retailer with more than four hundred employees. Sophia was never a typical CEO, or a typical anything, and she’s written #GIRLBOSS for other girls like her: outsiders (and insiders) seeking a unique path to success, even when that path is windy as all hell and lined with naysayers. #GIRLBOSS proves that being successful isn’t about where you went to college or how popular you were in high school. It’s about trusting your instincts and following your gut; knowing which rules to follow and which to break; when to button up and when to let your freak flag fly.'

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Tara Westover

Educated - A Memoir

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Tara Westover grew up preparing for the End of Days, watching for the sun to darken, for the moon to drip as if with blood. She spent her summers bottling peaches and her winters rotating emergency supplies, hoping that when the World of Men failed, her family would continue on, unaffected. She hadn’t been registered for a birth certificate. She had no school records because she’d never set foot in a classroom, and no medical records because her father didn’t believe in doctors or hospitals. According to the state and federal government, she didn’t exist. As she grew older, her father became more radical, and her brother, more violent. At sixteen Tara decided to educate herself. Her struggle for knowledge would take her far from her Idaho mountains, over oceans and across continents, to Harvard and to Cambridge. Only then would she wonder if she’d travelled too far. If there was still a way home. EDUCATED is an account of the struggle for self-invention. It is a tale of fierce family loyalty, and of the grief that comes with the severing of the closest of ties. With the acute insight that distinguishes all great writers, Westover has, from her singular experience, crafted a universal coming-of-age story, one that gets to the heart of what an education is and what it offers – the perspective to see one’s life through new eyes, and the will to change it.

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Margaux Fragoso

Tiger, Tiger : A Memoir

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I still think about Peter, the man I loved most in the world, all the time. At two in the afternoon, when he would come and pick me up and take me for rides; at five, when I would read to him, head on his chest; in the despair at seven p.m., when he would hold me and rub my belly for an hour; in the despair again at nine p.m. when we would go for a night ride, down to the Royal Cliffs Diner in Englewood Cliffs where I would buy a cup of coffee with precisely seven sugars and a lot of cream. We were friends, soul mates and lovers. I was seven. He was fifty-one.

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Elizabeth Gilbert

Eat Pray Love : One Woman's Search for Everything Across Italy, India and Indonesia [Internation al Export Edition]

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Eat Pray Love[One Woman's Search for Everything Across Italy India and Indonesia] [EAT PRAY LOVE M/TV] [Paperback]

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Edith Hahn Beer, Susan Dworkin

The Nazi Officer's Wife : How One Jewish Woman Survived the Holocaust

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The Nazi Officer's Wife is an incredible memoir that captures the heart-wrenching story of a Jewish woman's survival during the Holocaust. With every page, the reader is drawn into Edith's world of fear, courage, and love. The most unique feature of this book is the author's ability to convey the complex emotions that come with surviving such a traumatic event. A must-read for anyone interested in Holocaust literature.

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Randy Pausch, Jeffrey Zaslow

The Last Lecture

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A lot of professors give talks titled 'The Last Lecture'. Professors are asked to consider their demise and to ruminate on what matters most to them: What wisdom would we impart to the world if we knew it was our last chance? If we had to vanish tomorrow, what would we want as our legacy?When Randy Pausch, a computer science professor at Carnegie Mellon, was asked to give such a lecture, he didn't have to imagine it as his last, since he had recently been diagnosed with terminal cancer. But the lecture he gave, 'Really Achieving Your Childhood Dreams', wasn't about dying. It was about the importance of overcoming obstacles, of enabling the dreams of others, of seizing every moment (because time is all you have and you may find one day that you have less than you think). It was a summation of everything Randy had come to believe. It was about living.In this book, Randy Pausch has combined the humour, inspiration, and intelligence that made his lecture such a phenomenon and given it an indelible form. It is a book that will be shared for generations to come.

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SCHULKIND Jeanne WOOLF Virginia

Moments Of Being

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"Moments Of Being is an intimate and emotional memoir by Virginia Woolf that sheds light on her early life experiences and relationships. Her writing is powerful and masterful, providing a clear-sighted judgement of Victorian values and how they impacted her family. Readers will find this book fascinating, as it offers rare insights into Woolf's life, which heavily influenced her novels. The witty and candid nature of her contributions to the Memoir Club makes for an entertaining read, giving readers further depth of insight into Woolf's personal life and the Bloomsbury circle. Highly recommended for fans of memoirs and Virginia Woolf's works."

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Robert Iger

The Ride of a Lifetime : Lessons in Creative Leadership from 15 Years as CEO of the Walt Disney Company

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The CEO of The Walt Disney Company shares the ideas and values he has used to reinvent one of the most beloved companies in the world, and inspire the people who bring the magic to life.In 2005, Robert Iger became CEO of The Walt Disney Company during a difficult time. Morale had deteriorated, competition was more intense, and technology was changing faster than at any time in the company's history. "I knew there was nothing to be gained from arguing over the past," Iger writes. "The only thing that mattered was the future, and I believed I had a clear idea of the direction Disney needed to go." It came down to three clear ideas: 1) Create the highest quality content Disney could produce. 2) Embrace and adopt technology instead of fighting it. And 3) Think bigger--think global--and turn Disney into a stronger brand in international markets.Twelve years later, Disney is the largest, most respected media company in the world counting Pixar, Marvel, Lucasfilm, and 21st Century Fox among its properties. Its value is nearly five times what it was when Iger took over, and Iger is recognized as one of the most innovative and successful CEOs of our time.Now, he's sharing the lessons he's learned while running Disney and leading its 200,000 employees--taking big risks in the face of historic disruption; learning to inspire the people who work for you; leading with fairness and communicating principles clearly. This book is about the relentless curiosity that has driven Iger for forty-five years, since the day he started as a studio supervisor at ABC. It's also about thoughtfulness and respect, and a decency-over-dollars approach that has become the bedrock of every project and partnership Iger pursues, from a deep friendship with Steve Jobs in his final years to an abiding love of the evolving Star Wars myth."Over the past fourteen years, I think I've learned so much about what real leadership is," Iger writes. "But I couldn't have articulated all of this until I lived it. You can't fake it--and that's one of the key lessons in this book."

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Whoopi Goldberg, Sari Botton, Jon-Jon Goulian

Never Can Say Goodbye : Writers on Their Unshakable Love for New York

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"Never Can Say Goodbye" brings together a collection of essays by famous writers who share their irrevocable love for the Big Apple. Each essay is a unique perspective of how life in New York has defined writers like Susan Orlean, Elizabeth Gilbert, and many others. It's perfect for those who want to immerse themselves in the city they love or anyone who wants to discover why writers have an unshakable love for the city that never sleeps.

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Lee Kuan Yew

Lee Kuan Yew: One Man’s View Of The World

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In this book, Lee draws on that wealth of experience and depth of insight to offer his views on today's world and what it might look like in 20 years. This is no dry geopolitical treatise. Nor is it a thematic account of the twists and turns in global affairs. Instead, in this broad-sweep narrative that takes in America, China, Asia and Europe, he parses their society, probes the psyche of the people and draws his conclusions about their chances for survival and just where they might land in the hierarchy of tomorrow's balance of power. What makes a society tick? What do its people really believe? Can it adapt? In spare, unflinching prose that eschews political correctness, he describes a China that remains obsessed with control from the centre on its way to an unstoppable rise; an America that will have to share its pre-eminence despite its never-say-die dynamism; and a Europe that struggles with the challenges of keeping its union intact. His candid and often startling views on why Japan is closed to foreigners, why the Arab Spring won't bring one man, one vote to the Middle East, and why preventing global warming is not going to be as fruitful as preparing for it; make this a fresh and gripping read. Lee completes the book by looking into the future of Singapore, his enduring concern and by offering the reader a glimpse into his personal life and his view of death. The book is interspersed with a Q&A section in each chapter, gleaned from conversations he had with journalists from The Straits Times.

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Patti Smith

Just Kids : the National Book Award-winning memoir

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Just Kids is an immersive read that paints a vivid picture of the artistic revolution and counterculture movement in New York during the 60s and 70s. Patti Smith's writing is poignant and honest, bringing to life the eclectic characters and places that shaped her life and her relationship with Robert Mapplethorpe. This is a must-read for anyone interested in the creative process and the power of friendship to inspire and transform.

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Nelson Mandela

Long Walk To Freedom : Film Tie In

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Long Walk to Freedom by Nelson Mandela is a must-read for those seeking inspiration and understanding of the triumph of human spirit against hardship and oppression. It showcases Mandela's unwavering commitment to justice, dignity, and freedom, making it a timeless classic for all generations. The memoirs recount his journey from a young boy in a South African village to becoming the first democratically elected black president of the country. It is an enthralling, emotive, and uplifting account of the experiences that helped shape Mandela's destiny and of the indomitable human spirit, illuminating the path to triumph over immense adversity.

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Mindy Kaling

Is Everyone Hanging Out Without Me? : (And other concerns)

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"Is Everyone Hanging Out Without Me?" could be an excellent read for someone who wants to dive into the life of a Hollywood insider who has experienced it all and knows how to poke fun at herself. Mindy Kaling's witty confessions on dating, friendships, and planning for her own funeral make this a hilarious read. Her unscientific observations and slice-of-life experiences will definitely keep you hooked.

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Shane Warne

No Spin: My Autobiography

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If you're a cricket fan, No Spin offers a refreshingly honest account of the ups and downs of Shane Warne's career. Warne was a maverick genius on the field, known for his mesmerizing bowling abilities, while off the field, he was often a controversial figure. The book offers unparalleled insight into cricket's finest eras, providing readers with a pitch-side seat to the game. With True honesty, the book takes us through the challenges and highlights of Warne's glorious career as one of the greatest living cricket legends.

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Samantha Power

The Education of an Idealist: A Memoir

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Samantha Power's memoir will resonate with you if you're someone who has ever dreamed of making a difference through public service. It's an inspiring look into how determination and a desire to improve the world can take someone from being an observer to a key player on the global stage. The blend of personal narrative with behind-the-scenes insights into international politics makes this a deeply humanizing and compelling read.

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Greg Sestero

The Disaster Artist : My Life Inside The Room, the Greatest Bad Movie Ever Made

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The Disaster Artist is a hilarious and heart-warming tribute to the friendship between the author Greg and the enigmatic Tommy Wiseau, as they create what is now known as the cult favorite bad movie, The Room. The book provides an inside look at the making of the movie and the eccentricities of Wiseau and his vision for the film, making it a must-read for anyone curious about the world of independent film-making.

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James Herriot

James Herriot's Dog Stories

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A new collection of James Herriot's favourite short stories about his four-legged friends. The tales feature dogs like Tricki Woo, the little Pekinese suffering from "flop-butt" and Gyp the sheepdog who only barked once in his life.

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Edmund Blunden

Undertones of War

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“I took my road with no little pride of fear; one morning I feared very sharply, as I saw what looked like a rising shroud over a wooden cross in the clustering mist. Horror! But on a closer study I realized that the apparition was only a flannel gas helmet. . . . What an age since 1914!”In Undertones of War , one of the finest autobiographies to come out of World War I, the acclaimed poet Edmund Blunden records his devastating experiences in combat. After enlisting at the age of twenty, he took part in the disastrous battles at the Somme, Ypres, and Passchendaele, describing them as “murder, not only to the troops but to their singing faiths and hopes.”All the horrors of trench warfare, all the absurdity and feeble attempts to make sense of the fighting, all the strangeness of observing war as a writer—of being simultaneously soldier and poet—pervade Blunden’s memoir. In steely-eyed prose as richly allusive as any poetry, he tells of the endurance and despair found among the men of his battalion, including the harrowing acts of bravery that won him the Military Cross.Now back in print for American readers, the volume includes a selection of Blunden’s war poems that unflinchingly juxtapose death in the trenches with the beauty of Flanders’s fields. Undertones of War deserves a place on anyone’s bookshelf between Siegfried Sassoon’s poetry and Robert Graves’s Goodbye to All That .

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Walter Isaacson

Steve Jobs: The Exclusive Biography

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Highly recommended as it provides deep insights into the life of Steve Jobs, his work style, leadership qualities, and his approach towards innovation. The book also highlights his failures and how he turned them into opportunities. It is a must-read for entrepreneurs who want to learn about leadership and innovation in the tech industry.

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Jamaica Kincaid

Among Flowers - A Walk In The Himalaya

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This book could be a good read for adventurers and nature enthusiasts who are seeking inspiration and a sense of tranquility. Among Flowers takes you on a remarkable journey to the Himalayas, allowing you to experience the author's personal exploration of nature's wonders. Through vivid descriptions and poetic prose, Kincaid's memoir will transport you to breathtaking landscapes, immersing you in the beauty and tranquility of the Himalayas. It's a perfect choice for anyone yearning for an escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, and a reminder of the power of nature to heal and inspire.

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Amy Liptrot

The Outrun

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Recommended for those seeking solace in nature's embrace and inspiration towards addiction recovery. Experience the pull to disconnect from city life via the author's personal journey through her return to island life, connection with Orkney's wildlife, and immersion to nature's powerful healing forces.

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Anaïs Nin

Henry and June

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Drawn from journals, this book is an account of a woman's sexual awakening, covering a single momentous year - 1931-32, in Paris, when June fell in love with Henry Miller, undermining her own idealized marriage. The question of the outcome of June Miller's return to Paris dominates her thoughts.

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Dave Pelzer

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

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A must-read for those interested in foster care. Pelzer's raw account sheds light on the impact of trauma and the importance of a loving family.

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Martin Brown, Masaji Ishikawa, Risa Kobayashi

A River in Darkness : One Man's Escape from North Korea

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The harrowing true story of one man’s life in—and subsequent escape from—North Korea, one of the world’s most brutal totalitarian regimes.Half-Korean, half-Japanese, Masaji Ishikawa has spent his whole life feeling like a man without a country. This feeling only deepened when his family moved from Japan to North Korea when Ishikawa was just thirteen years old, and unwittingly became members of the lowest social caste. His father, himself a Korean national, was lured to the new Communist country by promises of abundant work, education for his children, and a higher station in society. But the reality of their new life was far from utopian.In this memoir translated from the original Japanese, Ishikawa candidly recounts his tumultuous upbringing and the brutal thirty-six years he spent living under a crushing totalitarian regime, as well as the challenges he faced repatriating to Japan after barely escaping North Korea with his life. A River in Darkness is not only a shocking portrait of life inside the country but a testament to the dignity—and indomitable nature—of the human spirit.

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Garance Doré

Love Style Life

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Love Style Life could be a good read for someone looking for a fresh perspective on fashion and personal style. Garance Doré's wit and personal anecdotes provide readers with practical advice and inspiration for developing their own unique sense of style and navigating the challenges of life and love. The book's blend of photography, illustration, and stream-of-consciousness writing creates an immersive and engaging reading experience.

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Alexandra Fuller

Leaving Before The Rains Come

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"Leaving Before the Rains Come" would appeal to readers who enjoy memoirs that are unconventional, raw and honest, as it's a memoir of self-discovery and courage. Alexandra Fuller is a child of the Rhodesian wars who struggled to come to terms with her past, her family, and the disintegration of her own marriage. The book is a breathtaking achievement filled with grace and intelligence, and is an unforgettable story of sorrow grounded in the tragic grandeur and rueful joy only to be found in Africa.

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Anne Frank, Otto H. Frank, Mirjam Pressler

The Diary of a Young Girl : The Definitive Edition

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Anne Frank's extraordinary diary, written in the Amsterdam attic where she and her family hid from the Nazis for two years, has become a world classic and a timeless testament to the human spirit. Now, in a new edition enriched by many passages originally withheld by her father, we meet an Anne more real, more human, and more vital than ever. Here she is first and foremost a teenage girl—stubbornly honest, touchingly vulnerable, in love with life. She imparts her deeply secret world of soul-searching and hungering for affection, rebellious clashes with her mother, romance and newly discovered sexuality, and wry, candid observations of her companions. Facing hunger, fear of discovery and death, and the petty frustrations of such confined quarters, Anne writes with adult wisdom and views beyond her years. Her story is that of every teenager, lived out in conditions few teenagers have ever known. --back cover

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Ted Scheinman

Camp Austen : My Life as an Accidental Jane Austen Superfan

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"Camp Austen could be a great read for anyone interested in the world of Jane Austen and her devoted fans. Scheinman's hilarious and poignant survey of the passionate literary group, combined with his insider knowledge, makes for an engaging and informative read. Fans of Austen will get a kick out of the author's struggle to shake his mother's influence and the hijinks that ensue at the Jane Austen Summer Camp. Overall, Camp Austen is a candid and comprehensive study of the enduring culture of Austen fandom."

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Jordan Belfort

The Wolf of Wall Street (Movie Tie-in Edition)

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The Wolf of Wall Street is an exciting read for those interested in finance and true crime. Jordan Belfort's outrageous rise to riches as head of the infamous boiler room Stratton Oakmont is entertaining as pulp fiction and real as a federal indictment. The book offers a glimpse into the toxic culture of Wall Street and the excess and greed that comes with it.

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Richard E. Palmer, Hans-Georg Gadamer

The Gadamer Reader : A Bouquet of the Later Writings

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"The Gadamer Reader" could be intriguing for readers who are already well-versed in Gadamer's work. This compilation of later writings covers a wide range of topics, including hermeneutics, aesthetics, and practical philosophy. Richard E. Palmer's translation and commentary aims to make Gadamer's work accessible to English-speaking audiences. The essays also include introductory remarks that provide context and define key terms, making it easier for readers to understand the significance of each essay.

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Ronnie Screwvala

Dream with Your Eyes Open

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In Dream With Your Eyes Open, first-generation entrepreneur and UTV-founder Ronnie Screwvala details his vast experiences and the myriad lessons learnt from more than two decades of building some successful (and some not-so-successful) businesses, bringing clarity to a quickly changing business landscape and making an impassioned case for the role of entrepreneurship in India's future.If you’ve ever had an impactful, disruptive product or business idea, been curious about owning your own business, or have already taken the first steps on your entrepreneurial journey, this is the book for you.If you’ve been running your own company for the last seven-odd years, and scale, brand and value-creation are some of the crossroads for you now, keep reading.If you think your parents or family would freak out if you dared to suggest ditching your safe haven—your professional job—to pursue your dreams of owning your own business, relax. Better yet, share this book with them.If you’re an experienced professional ready to take the plunge into starting your own business or committed to growing into an effective leader in the company you work for, read on. This book hopes to demystify failure, inspire success, raise ambitions and help you think big.Dream With Your Eyes Open shares failures and triumphs, thoughts and anecdotes in a simple narrative that could help you gain better insights into entrepreneurship and give you a fighting chance when it comes to realizing your dreams in a David-versus-Goliath world. Only then will we succeed in harnessing the country’s enormous entrepreneurial potential with the most energetic and passionate people in the world, alive with fresh mindsets, optimism and hope.This book is about ‘it can be done’, not ‘I did it’. It’s all possible. Just dream your own dream—and when you do, dream with your eyes open.

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Shane Dawson

I Hate Myselfie : A Collection of Essays by Shane Dawson

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If you're a fan of Shane Dawson's hilarious and sometimes shocking YouTube videos, you won't want to miss his memoir, "I Hate Myselfie." In this collection of personal essays, Shane takes you behind the scenes of his life, from growing up as an introverted kid to dealing with the ups and downs of fame. With his signature wit and candor, Shane shares stories that are at times heartbreaking, often hilarious, and always relatable. Dive into this raw and entertaining book that will make you laugh, cry, and appreciate the messy journey of growing up.

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Li Cunxin

Mao's Last Dancer

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Raised in a desperately poor village during the height of China's Cultural Revolution, Li Cunxin's childhood revolved around the commune, his family and Chairman Mao's Little Red Book. Until, that is, Madame Mao's cultural delegates came in search of young peasants to study ballet at the academy in Beijing and he was thrust into a completely unfamiliar world. When a trip to Texas as part of a rare cultural exchange opened his eyes to life and love beyond China's borders, he defected to the United States in an extraordinary and dramatic tale of Cold War intrigue. Told in his own distinctive voice, this is Li's inspirational story of how he came to be Mao's last dancer, and one of the world's greatest ballet dancers.

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Joey Graceffa

In Real Life : My Journey to a Pixelated World

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Recommended for fans of Joey Graceffa who want to understand his journey to self-acceptance, with insights into his struggles with family, bullying and finding his true passion. His honesty and openness shine through in this funny, warm-hearted and inspiring memoir that shows the value of perseverance, love and the importance of being true to oneself.

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Naomi Klein, Yvon Chouinard

Let My People Go Surfing : The Education of a Reluctant Businessman - Including 10 More Years of Business as Usual

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In his long-awaited memoir, Yvon Chouinard-legendary climber, businessman, environmentalist, and founder of Patagonia, Inc.-shares the persistence and courage that have gone into being head of one of the most respected and environmentally responsible companies on earth. From his youth as the son of a French Canadian blacksmith to the thrilling, ambitious climbing expeditions that inspired his innovative designs for the sport's equipment, Let My People Go Surfing is the story of a man who brought doing good and having grand adventures into the heart of his business life-a book that will deeply affect entrepreneurs and outdoor enthusiasts alike.

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Andrew G. McCabe

The Threat : How the FBI Protects America in the Age of Terror and Trump

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"The Threat" offers a gripping, candid account of Andrew G. McCabe's career in the FBI, from fighting Russian organized crime to preventing terrorist attacks on Americans. McCabe's personal story of his firing under President Trump adds an extra layer of suspense to this compelling narrative. Readers interested in the workings of the FBI and its role in protecting America against both external and internal threats will find this book both informative and captivating.

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Nikki Sixx

Heroin Diaries

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In one of the most unique memoirs of addiction ever published, Mötley Crüe's Nikki Sixx shares mesmerizing diary entries from the year he spiraled out of control in a haze of heroin and cocaine, presented alongside riveting commentary from people who were there at the time, and from Nikki himself.When Mötley Crüe was at the height of its fame, there wasn't any drug Nikki Sixx wouldn't do. He spent days -- sometimes alone, sometimes with other addicts, friends, and lovers -- in a coke and heroin-fueled daze. The highs were high, and Nikki's journal entries reveal some euphoria and joy. But the lows were lower, often ending with Nikki in his closet, surrounded by drug paraphernalia and wrapped in paranoid delusions.Here, Nikki shares those diary entries -- some poetic, some scatterbrained, some bizarre -- and reflects on that time. Joining him are Tommy Lee, Vince Neil, Mick Mars, Slash, Rick Nielsen, Bob Rock, and a host of ex-managers, ex-lovers, and more.Brutally honest, utterly riveting, and shockingly moving, The Heroin Diaries follows Nikki during the year he plunged to rock bottom -- and his courageous decision to pick himself up and start living again.

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David Sedaris

Me Talk Pretty One Day

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"It's a pretty grim world when I can't even feel superior to a toddler." Welcome to the curious mind of David Sedaris, where dogs outrank children, guitars have breasts, and French toddlers unmask the inadequacies of the American male. Sedaris inhabits this world as a misanthrope chronicling all things petty and small. In Me Talk Pretty One Day Sedaris is as determined as ever to be nobody's hero--he never triumphs, he never conquers--and somehow, with each failure, he inadvertently becomes everybody's favorite underdog. The world's most eloquent malcontent, Sedaris has turned self-deprecation into a celebrated art form--one that is perhaps best experienced in audio. "Go Carolina," his account of "the first battle of my war against the letter s" is particularly poignant. Unable to disguise the lisp that has become his trademark, Sedaris highlights (to hilarious extent) the frustration of reading "childish s-laden texts recounting the adventures of seals or settlers named Sassy or Samuel." Including 23 of the book version's 28 stories, two live performances complete with involuntary laughter, and an uncannily accurate Billie Holiday impersonation, the audio is more than a companion to the text; it stands alone as a performance piece--only without the sock monkeys. (Running time: 5 hours, 4 cassettes) --Daphne Durham

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