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Jung Chang, Jon Halliday

Mao: The Unknown Story

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Jung Chang's "Wild Swans" was an extraordinary bestseller throughout the world, selling more than 10 million copies and reaching a wider readership than any other book about China. Now she and her husband Jon Halliday have written a groundbreaking biography of Mao Tse-tung. Based on a decade of research, and on interviews with many of Mao's close circle in China who have never talked before - and with virtually everyone outside China who had significant dealings with him - this is the most authoritative life of Mao ever written. It is full of startling revelations, exploding the myth of the Long March, and showing a completely unknown he was not driven by idealism or ideology; his intimate and intricate relationship with Stalin went back to the 1920s, ultimately bringing him to power; he welcomed Japanese occupation of much of China; and he schemed, poisoned and blackmailed to get his way. After Mao conquered China in 1949, his secret goal was to dominate the world. In chasing this dream he caused the deaths of 38 million people in the greatest famine in history. Combining meticulous history with the story-telling style of "Wild Swans", this biography makes immediate Mao's roller-coaster life, as he intrigued and fought every step of the way to force through his unpopular decisions. The reader enters the shadowy chambers of Mao's court, and eavesdrops on the drama in its hidden recesses. Mao's character and the enormity of his behaviour towards his wives, mistresses and children are unveiled for the first time. This is an entirely fresh look at Mao in both content and approach. It will astonish historians and the general reader alike.

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Shauna Niequist, Brené Brown

Present Over Perfect : Leaving Behind Frantic for a Simpler, More Soulful Way of Living

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In a culture that values speed, efficiency, image, and busyness, some of us are aching for another way to live: more intentional, more connected. Simpler, slower, richer. Many of us have believed the myth that achievement and success bring us contentment, only to find it’s actually things like connection and meaning, not success and achievement, that provide true peace and genuine happiness. Present Over Perfect is bestselling author Shauna Niequist’s motto for how to live a rich, engaged, and loving life in the midst of what often feels terribly messy and imperfect. Similar in format to Shauna’s previous books, Present Over Perfect is a collection of essays that focuses on the journey from frantic and tired to connected and free. Many of us find ourselves busier than we want to be, missing the sweetest moments along the way. We end up resentful and distracted, full of regret and feeling disconnected. Present Over Perfect is a hand reaching out to a new way of living—full of grace, space, and connection.As a wife, mother, friend, and writer, Shauna shares with vulnerability and transparency about the reality of living wholly present in our relationships with our families and the others we love and inspires readers to discover their own path to this more fulfilling way to do life.

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Tina Fey

Bossypants

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Spirited and whip-smart, these laugh-out-loud autobiographical essays are "a masterpiece" from the Emmy Award-winning actress and comedy writer known for 30 Rock, Mean Girls, and SNL" ( Sunday Telegraph ).Before Liz Lemon, before "Weekend Update," before "Sarah Palin," Tina Fey was just a young girl with a dream: a recurring stress dream that she was being chased through a local airport by her middle-school gym teacher. She also had a dream that one day she would be a comedian on TV.She has seen both these dreams come true.At last, Tina Fey's story can be told. From her youthful days as a vicious nerd to her tour of duty on Saturday Night Live ; from her passionately halfhearted pursuit of physical beauty to her life as a mother eating things off the floor; from her one-sided college romance to her nearly fatal honeymoon -- from the beginning of this paragraph to this final sentence.Tina Fey reveals all, and proves what we've always suspected: you're no one until someone calls you bossy.Includes Special, Never-Before-Solicited Opinions on Breastfeeding, Princesses, Photoshop, the Electoral Process, and Italian Rum Cake!

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Adrian Besley

BTS : Icons of K-Pop

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This book is a must-read for fans of BTS or those interested in learning more about the K-pop phenomenon. It provides an in-depth look at the seven members of BTS, including their rise to fame and incredible accomplishments around the world. The book is written in an upbeat and accessible style, with 16 pages of full-color photographs. Fans will appreciate the extensive research and insider knowledge, making this book an enjoyable and informative read.

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Kevin Maurer, Mark Owen

No Easy Day : The Firsthand Account of the Mission That Killed Osama Bin Laden

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From the streets of Iraq to the rescue of Captain Richard Phillips in the Indian Ocean, and from the mountaintops of Afghanistan to the third floor of Osama Bin Laden's compound, operator Mark Owen of the U.S. Naval Special Warfare Development Group--commonly known as SEAL Team Six--has been a part of some of the most memorable special operations in history, as well as countless missions that never made headlines.No Easy Day puts readers alongside Owen and the other handpicked members of the twenty-four-man team as they train for the biggest mission of their lives. The blow-by-blow narrative of the assault, beginning with the helicopter crash that could have ended Owen's life straight through to the radio call confirming Bin Laden’s death, is an essential piece of modern history.In No Easy Day, Owen also takes readers onto the field of battle in America's ongoing War on Terror and details the selection and training process for one of the most elite units in the military. Owen's story draws on his youth in Alaska and describes the SEALs' quest to challenge themselves at the highest levels of physical and mental endurance. With boots-on-the-ground detail, Owen describes numerous previously unreported missions that illustrate the life and work of a SEAL and the evolution of the team after the events of September 11. In telling the true story of the SEALs whose talents, skills, experiences, and exceptional sacrifices led to one of the greatest victories in the War on Terror, Mark Owen honors the men who risk everything for our country, and he leaves readers with a deep understanding of the warriors who keep America safe.

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Tim Baker, Shannon Lee

The Bruce Lee Way : Motivation, Wisdom and Life-Lessons from the Legend

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The Bruce Lee Way is a great read for anyone who wants to be inspired by the life and teachings of Bruce Lee. The book is packed with personal photos, stories, letters and quotes that showcase his approach to life. It distills his philosophies into easy-to-absorb lessons that can help readers approach life with dedication, perseverance, and sheer force of will. With a foreword by his daughter, Shannon Lee, this book is a must-read for Bruce Lee fans and anyone who wants to live a richer, more fulfilling existence.

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Steve Wruble, Bandy X. Lee, Craig Malkin

The Dangerous Case of Donald Trump : 27 Psychiatrists and Mental Health Experts Assess a President

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This book could be a good read for those interested in understanding the mental health implications of a U.S. President and how it can impact an entire nation. The book presents a consensus view by more than two dozen psychiatrists and mental health experts, drawing attention to the potential consequences of ignoring a president's mental instability and the duty to warn America. It particularly highlights the author's concerns on Trump's impulsiveness, personality disorder, and its dangerous consequences. It is a thought-provoking book that will make you question the sanity and stability of a leader with access to nuclear weapons.

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Alice Sebold

Lucky

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In a memoir hailed for its searing candor and wit, Alice Sebold reveals how her life was utterly transformed when, as an eighteen-year-old college freshman, she was brutally raped and beaten in a park near campus. What propels this chronicle of her recovery is Sebold's indomitable spirit - as she struggles for understanding ("After telling the hard facts to anyone, from lover to friend, I have changed in their eyes"); as her dazed family and friends sometimes bungle their efforts to provide comfort and support; and as, ultimately, she triumphs, managing through grit and coincidence to help secure her attacker's arrest and conviction. In a narrative by turns disturbing, thrilling, and inspiring, Alice Sebold illuminates the experience of trauma victims even as she imparts wisdom profoundly hard-won: "You save yourself or you remain unsaved."

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Ben Mezrich

The Accidental Billionaires

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The Accidental Billionaires is a captivating read that provides a glimpse into the behind-the-scenes drama of the creation of Facebook. This book offers insight into the friendship and ultimate downfall of Eduardo Saverin and Mark Zuckerberg in a thrilling narrative that keeps readers engaged from start to finish. If you're interested in entrepreneurship, tech start-ups, or Silicon Valley culture, this is a must-read.

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Mary C. Neal

To Heaven and Back : A Doctor's Extraordinary Account of Her Death, Heaven, Angels, and Life Again: A True Story

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To Heaven and Back is a book that offers a unique perspective of the afterlife. Dr. Mary Neal's account of her experience in heaven after a tragic kayak accident is both riveting and uplifting. Her story of communication with angels, profound sadness when she realized it wasn't her time, and the welcoming shield of God's peace, joy, and love is unforgettable. Mary's tale will provide solace and hope to those who have experienced loss and deepen the spiritual understanding of those seeking answers to life's most profound questions.

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Mary L. Trump

Too Much and Never Enough : How My Family Created the World's Most Dangerous Man

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In this revelatory, authoritative portrait of Donald J. Trump and the toxic family that made him, Mary L. Trump, a trained clinical psychologist and Donald’s only niece, shines a bright light on the dark history of their family in order to explain how her uncle became the man who now threatens the world’s health, economic security, and social fabric.Mary Trump spent much of her childhood in her grandparents’ large, imposing house in the heart of Queens, where Donald and his four siblings grew up. She describes a nightmare of traumas, destructive relationships, and a tragic combination of neglect and abuse. She explains how specific events and general family patterns created the damaged man who currently occupies the Oval Office, including the strange and harmful relationship between Fred Trump and his two oldest sons, Fred Jr. and Donald.A first-hand witness to countless holiday meals and family interactions, Mary brings an incisive wit and unexpected humor to sometimes grim, often confounding family events. She recounts in unsparing detail everything from her uncle Donald’s place in the family spotlight and Ivana’s penchant for re-gifting to her grandmother’s frequent injuries and illnesses and the appalling way Donald, Fred Trump’s favorite son, dismissed and derided him when he began to succumb to Alzheimer’s.Numerous pundits, armchair psychologists, and journalists have sought to parse Donald J. Trump’s lethal flaws. Mary L. Trump has the education, insight, and intimate familiarity needed to reveal what makes Donald, and the rest of her clan, tick. She alone can recount this fascinating, unnerving saga, not just because of her insider’s perspective but also because she is the only Trump willing to tell the truth about one of the world’s most powerful and dysfunctional families.

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Atul Gawande

Being Mortal : Medicine and What Matters in the End

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Dalai Lama XIV

Freedom in Exile : The Autobiography of the Dalai Lama

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Tibet's exiled spiritual and secular leader describes his childhood, the Chinese invasion of Tibet, and how exiled Tibetans have rebuilt their lives and explains Tibetan Buddhism along with his philosophy of peace

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Biz Stone

Things a Little Bird Told Me: Confessions of the Creative Mind

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"Things a Little Bird Told Me" is a must-read for anyone in need of inspiration and motivation to pursue their dreams. Biz Stone's personal stories and insights offer valuable lessons on creativity, innovation, and entrepreneurship. This book reminds readers that failure is a necessary step on the path to success and that asking questions is a free and effective way to learn. Whether you are an aspiring entrepreneur or simply looking for a captivating memoir, "Things a Little Bird Told Me" is sure to leave a lasting impact.

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Blake Mycoskie

Start Something That Matters

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"Start Something That Matters" is a motivational book that encourages readers to pursue their passions and make a positive impact on the world. The author, Blake Mycoskie, shares his experience in founding TOMS Shoes, a company that donates a pair of shoes to a child in need for every pair sold. The book provides practical advice and inspiration for aspiring entrepreneurs and individuals looking to make a difference. Overall, this book is a great read for those wanting to make a meaningful impact in their community and beyond.

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Ally Sheedy, Gabrielle Union, Roxane Gay

Not That Bad : Dispatches from Rape Culture

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"Not That Bad" is a must-read for anyone looking to understand the harsh reality of sexual assault. The essays, written by diverse and talented authors, open up important conversations about the pervasiveness of rape culture and the ways in which women are constantly subjected to harassment, violence, and aggression. The book's honesty and courage in confronting these issues is truly empowering, making it a must-read for anyone who wants to learn more and make a difference.

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Grace Helbig

Grace's Guide : The Art of Pretending to Be a Grown-up

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Grace's Guide by Grace Helbig is a humorous and entertaining survival guide for young adults transitioning to adulthood. With its interactive elements and exclusive stories, the book provides valuable and unexpected life lessons, all while maintaining its refreshing and colorful tone. Users who enjoy witty and saucy humor will love this guide.

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James R. Clapper, Trey Brown

Facts And Fears - Hard Truths From A Life In Intelligence

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"Facts and Fears" should be read by anyone interested in the intersection of politics and intelligence. Clapper offers a unique perspective as a former director of national intelligence and provides a behind-the-scenes look at some of the most challenging issues of our time, including cyber warfare and Russian interference in the 2016 U.S. election. His candid discussions about the ethics of intelligence gathering and privacy protections make this an important read for anyone concerned about national security and civil liberties.

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Neil A. Campbell

Biology - A Global Approach

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"Biology: A Global Approach" is an excellent textbook for beginners who wish to learn biology concepts. The book's global perspective, engaging narrative, and visual aids assist learners in grasping fundamental concepts in biology. The book offers connections between various chapters in the form of 'Make Connections Figures' to envision bigger picture relationships. Additionally, new scientific skills exercises in every chapter imitate real-life circumstances, ranging from experimental design to data analysis. Lastly, the book encourages active learning with MasteringBiology, an online homework, tutorial, and assessment system.

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Mahatma Gandhi

An Autobiography (Deluxe)

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"I have nothing new to teach the world. Truth and non-violence are as old as the hills"- M. K. Gandhi

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Mario Bunge

Between Two Worlds : Memoirs of a Philosopher-Scientist

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Between Two Worlds is a captivating memoir written by Mario Bunge, a well-known philosopher-scientist who shares his personal and professional experiences, including his love for science. Bunge writes with passion and sincerity, sharing details about his successes, losses, emotions, relationships, debates, impressions, and opinions. This book is a great read for those interested in science and culture or for those who value memories holding the trauma of life. Bunge's memoir will appeal to individuals seeking inspiration from a remarkable 20th-century figure who has dedicated his life to science and the power of ideas.

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Paul Theroux

The Great Railway Bazaar : By Train Through Asia

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La crónica de un viaje por Turquía, Extremo Oriente y Siberia, con el tren como lugar de encuentro, que inauguró un nuevo género de literatura de viajes. Desde niño, Paul Theroux no es capaz de escuchar el silbido de un tren sin sentir un deseo imperioso de subirse a él. Ahora bien, al contrario que el viajero tradicional, que utiliza este medio de transporte de forma meramente utilitaria para llegar a su destino, lo que a Theroux le interesa son los ferrocarriles mismos. Quiere conocerlos todos, y para ello se propone ir desde la londinense estación de Victoria hasta Tokio saltando a todos los que encuentre a su paso. Reseñ«Una referencia indispensable en la literatura de viaje, [...] con un estilo narrativo que lo iba a hacer mundialmente famoso.»Ana Polo Alonso, El Independiente «En la mejor tradición del viaje sin otro propósito que la diversión y la aventura. Una lectura compulsiva.»Graham Greene «Divertido, sardónico, extremadamente sensible... y muy ameno.»The New York Times

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Amity Shlaes

The Forgotten Man : A New History of the Great Depression

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The Forgotten Man would be a good read for history buffs looking for a fresh interpretation of the Great Depression. The book's unique feature is the spotlight it shines on individual citizens and their struggles during that time. This personal touch helps to bring to life an otherwise well-trodden period of history. Readers have praised the book for its in-depth research and compelling storytelling.

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Connor Franta

Note to Self

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Reasons to read "Note to Self": - This book offers a raw and honest glimpse into Connor Franta's life, addressing mental health, self-acceptance, and personal growth. - Through a combination of essays, letters, poetry, and photography, it captures the multi-dimensional experiences of a young creator navigating the challenges of contemporary culture. - It provides a reminder of the importance of authentic connections and staying true to oneself in a world focused on superficial validation. - "Note to Self" showcases Franta's talent for storytelling, making it a must-read for fans who want to deepen their understanding of his journey, and for anyone looking for inspiration and self-reflection.

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Antoine Leiris

You Will Not Have My Hate

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"You Will Not Have My Hate" is a heartbreaking memoir of a widower's journey after the loss of his wife during the November 2015 terrorist attack in Paris. Antoine Leiris writes with moving honesty about his emotional process of struggling with grief and loss. He manages to convey powerful hope and resilience in the face of such a tragic loss. This book is recommended for readers who seek to gain insight into how to deal with grief and tragedy with grace, and are looking for a story about the strength of the human spirit.

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Riad Sattouf

The Arab of the Future

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The Arab of the Future, the #1 French best-seller, tells the unforgettable story of Riad Sattouf's childhood, spent in the shadows of 3 dictators—Muammar Gaddafi, Hafez al-Assad, and his fatherIn striking, virtuoso graphic style that captures both the immediacy of childhood and the fervor of political idealism, Riad Sattouf recounts his nomadic childhood growing up in rural France, Gaddafi's Libya, and Assad's Syria--but always under the roof of his father, a Syrian Pan-Arabist who drags his family along in his pursuit of grandiose dreams for the Arab nation.Riad, delicate and wide-eyed, follows in the trail of his mismatched parents; his mother, a bookish French student, is as modest as his father is flamboyant. Venturing first to the Great Socialist People's Libyan Arab State and then joining the family tribe in Homs, Syria, they hold fast to the vision of the paradise that always lies just around the corner. And hold they do, though food is scarce, children kill dogs for sport, and with locks banned, the Sattoufs come home one day to discover another family occupying their apartment. The ultimate outsider, Riad, with his flowing blond hair, is called the ultimate insult… Jewish. And in no time at all, his father has come up with yet another grand plan, moving from building a new people to building his own great palace.Brimming with life and dark humor, The Arab of the Future reveals the truth and texture of one eccentric family in an absurd Middle East, and also introduces a master cartoonist in a work destined to stand alongside Maus and Persepolis.

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Adeline Yen Mah

Chinese Cinderella : The Secret Story of an Unwanted Daughter

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Jung-ling's family considers her bad luck because her mother died giving birth to her. They discriminate against her and make her feel unwanted yet she yearns and continuously strives for her parents' love. Her stepmother is vindictive and cruel and her father dismissive. Jung-ling grows up to be an academic child, with a natural ability for writing. Only her aunt and grandfather offer her any love and kindness. The story is of survival in the light of the mental and physical cruelty of her stepmother and the disloyalty of her siblings. Jung-ling blossoms in spite of everything and the story ends as her father agrees to let her study in England.

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Clare Balding

My Animals and Other Family

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My Animals and Other Family is a heartwarming memoir that takes us into the world of a young girl growing up in a family full of horses, boxers, and lurchers. With humor and insight, Clare Balding shares her adventures and lessons learned through her relationships with these animals. Readers will be captivated by the unique cast of characters and touched by the author's journey of self-discovery.

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Khushwant Singh

Truth, Love & A Little Malice

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If you're interested in learning about an influential figure in Indian culture, Khushwant Singh's autobiography is a must-read. Along with giving insightful perspectives on India, Singh's distinct humor and wit shines throughout the book, making it an entertaining and informative read.

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Heather Harpham

How to Build a Family Out of Love and Spare Parts

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How to Build a Family Out of Love and Spare Parts could be an inspiring read for those interested in unconventional parenting. Heather's story of becoming a mother alone and navigating co-parenting with her partner, Brian, will make readers think deeply about the meaning of family and the sacrifices that come with parenthood. With lyrical prose, this book is a beautiful testament to the power of love and resilience.

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Leslie T. Chang

Factory Girls : Voices from the Heart of Modern China

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This book is a poignant depiction of the plight of the millions of Chinese migrant workers who make clothes, toys, and designer handbags for very little remuneration. Through the stories of two young women, Leslie T. Chang brings to life the harsh realities of life in the city for these workers, who suffer the loss of loved ones, social isolation, and the constant grind of working long hours without rest. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in understanding the human cost of China's economic boom.

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Siddhartha Mukherjee

The Emperor of All Maladies: A Biography of Cancer

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The Emperor of All Maladies is a magnificent, profoundly humane "biography" of cancer—from its first documented appearances thousands of years ago through the epic battles in the twentieth century to cure, control, and conquer it to a radical new understanding of its essence.The story of cancer is a story of human ingenuity, resilience, and perseverance, but also of hubris, paternalism, and misperception. Mukherjee recounts centuries of discoveries, setbacks, victories, and deaths, told through the eyes of his predecessors and peers, training their wits against an infinitely , resourceful adversary.Riveting, urgent, and surprising, The Emperor of All Maladies provides a fascinating glimpse into the future of cancer treatments. It is an illuminating book that offers hope and clarity to those seeking to demystify cancer.--back cover

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Jose Antonio Vargas

Dear America: Notes of an Undocumented Citizen

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This powerful memoir by Jose Antonio Vargas sheds light on the hidden struggles of undocumented immigrants in America. Through his personal experiences, Vargas captures the heartbreaking reality of living in constant fear and the resilience it takes to navigate a society that considers you an outsider. With raw honesty and vulnerability, he invites readers to question their own perceptions and understand the true meaning of home. This book is a must-read for anyone seeking to empathize with the undocumented immigrant experience and advocate for change.

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Catherine Guthrie

Flat : Reclaiming My Body from Breast Cancer

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"A darn good read .” —Christiane Northrup, M.D., ob/gyn physician and New York Times bestselling authorA feminist breast cancer memoir of medical trauma, love, and how she found the strength to listen to her body.As a young, queer woman, Catherine Guthrie had worked hard to feel at home in her body. However, after years writing about women’s health and breast cancer, Guthrie is thrust into the role of the patient after a devastating diagnosis at age thirty-eight. At least , she thinks, I know what I'm up against .She was wrong. In one horrifying moment after another, everything that could go wrong does—the surgeon gives her a double mastectomy but misses the cancerous lump, one of the most effective drug treatments fails, and a doctor's error may have unleashed millions of breast cancer cells into her body.Flat is Guthrie’s story of how two bouts of breast cancer shook her faith in her body, her relationship, and medicine. Along the way, she challenges the view that breasts are essential to femininity and paramount to a woman’s happiness. Ultimately, she traces an intimate portrayal of how cancer reshapes her relationship with Mary, her partner, revealing—in the midst of crisis—a love story.Filled with candor, vulnerability, and resilience, Guthrie upends the “pink ribbon” narrative and offers a unique perspective on womanhood, what it means to be “whole,” and the importance of women advocating for their desires. Flat is a story about how she found the strength to forge an unconventional path—one of listening to her body—that she’d been on all along.

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Regina Brett

Life's Little Detours : 50 Lessons to Find and Hold onto Happiness

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Writing with a deft touch, cancer survivor Regina Brett shares her 50 lessons on how to find and hold on to happiness.

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Lori Gottlieb

Maybe You Should Talk to Someone : A Therapist, Her Therapist, and Our Lives Revealed

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Lori Gottlieb's "Maybe You Should Talk to Someone" provides a unique perspective on therapy, taking readers behind the scenes of therapeutic sessions. Gottlieb's own struggles and experiences as both a therapist and a patient make for an engaging and insightful read. The book showcases the transformative power of therapy and validates the emotional struggles we face as humans.

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Frank McCourt

Angela's Ashes : A Memoir of a Childhood

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Imbued on every page with Frank McCourt's astounding humor and compassion. This is a glorious book that bears all the marks of a classic."When I look back on my childhood I wonder how I managed to survive at all. It was, of course, a miserable childhood: the happy childhood is hardly worth your while. Worse than the ordinary miserable childhood is the miserable Irish childhood, and worse yet is the miserable Irish Catholic childhood." So begins the Pulitzer Prize winning memoir of Frank McCourt, born in Depression-era Brooklyn to recent Irish immigrants and raised in the slums of Limerick, Ireland. Frank's mother, Angela, has no money to feed the children since Frank's father, Malachy, rarely works, and when he does he drinks his wages. Yet Malachy—exasperating, irresponsible and beguiling—does nurture in Frank an appetite for the one thing he can provide: a story. Frank lives for his father's tales of Cuchulain, who saved Ireland, and of the Angel on the Seventh Step, who brings his mother babies. Perhaps it is story that accounts for Frank's survival. Wearing rags for diapers, begging a pig's head for Christmas dinner and gathering coal from the roadside to light a fire, Frank endures poverty, near-starvation and the casual cruelty of relatives and neighbors—yet lives to tell his tale with eloquence, exuberance and remarkable forgiveness. Angela's Ashes, imbued on every page with Frank McCourt's astounding humor and compassion, is a glorious book that bears all the marks of a classic.

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Jung Chang

Empress Dowager Cixi : The Concubine Who Launched Modern China

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A woman, an Empress of immense wealth who was largely a prisoner within the compound walls of her palaces, a mother, a ruthless enemy, and a brilliant strategist: Chang makes a compelling case that Cixi was one of the most formidable and enlightened rulers of any nation. Cixi led an intense and singular life. Chosen at the age of 12 to be a concubine by the Emperor Xianfeng, she gave birth to his only male heir who at four was designated Emperor when his father died in 1861. In a brilliant move, the young woman enlisted the help of the Emperor's widow and the two women orchestrated a coup that ousted the regents and made Cixi sole Regent. Untrained and untaught, the two studied history and politics together, ruling the huge nation from behind a curtain. When her boy died, Cixi designated a young nephew as Emperor, continuing her reign till her death in 1908. Chang gives us a complex, riveting portrait of Cixi through a reign as long as that of her fellow Empress, Victoria, whom she longed to meet: her ruthlessness in fighting off rivals; her curiosity to learn; her reliance on Westerners who she placed in key positions; and her sensitivity and desire to preserve the distinctiveness of China's past while overturning traditions (she, as Chang reveals--not Mao, as he claimed--banned footbinding) and exposing its culture to western ideas and technology.

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Ben Mezrich

Sex on the Moon

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Thad Roberts, a fellow in a prestigious NASA programme had an idea - a romantic, albeit crazy, idea. He wanted to give his girlfriend the moon. Literally. Thad convinced his girlfriend and another female accomplice, both NASA interns, to break into an impenetrable laboratory at NASA's headquarters - past security checkpoints, and electronically locked door with cipher security codes and camera-lined hallways - and help him steal the most precious objects in the Apollo moon rocks from every moon landing in history. Was Thad Roberts - undeniably gifted, picked for one of the most competitive scientific posts imaginable - really what he seemed? And what does one do with an item so valuable that it's illegal even to own? Based on meticulous research into thousands of pages of court records, FBI transcripts and documents, and scores of interviews with the people involved, Mezrich - with his signature high-velocity swagger - has reconstructed the madcap story of genius, love, and duplicity all centred on a heist that reads like a Hollywood thrill ride.

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Robert Jobson

Prince Philip's Century 1921-2021 : The Extraordinary Life of the Duke of Edinburgh

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This book is a must-read for those wanting to understand the extraordinary life of Prince Philip. Robert Jobson provides a detailed account of his life and achievements while respecting the delicate balance of his supporting role to the Queen. The book showcases his determination to modernize and promote environmental campaigns while encouraging young people to achieve their objectives through the Duke of Edinburgh Awards. In summary, this biography tells the story of a remarkable man who is known the world over but whose greatest achievement was to be a loyal husband, companion, father, and grandfather.

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John Waters

Carsick

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John Waters is putting his life on the line. Armed with wit, a pencil-thin moustache, and a cardboard sign that reads 'I'm Not Psycho', he hitchhikes across America from Baltimore to San Francisco, braving lonely roads and treacherous drivers. But who should we be more worried about, the delicate film director with genteel manners or the unsuspecting travelers transporting the Pope of Trash? Along the way, Waters fantasizes about the best and worst possible a friendly drug dealer hands over piles of cash to finance films with no questions asked, a demolition-derby driver makes a filthy sexual request in the middle of a race, a gun-toting drunk terrorizes and holds him hostage, and a Kansas vice squad entraps and throws him in jail. So what really happens when this cult legend sticks out his thumb and faces the open road? Laced with subversive humour and warm intelligence, Carsick is an unforgettable ride with a wickedly funny companion - and a celebration of America's weird, astonishing, and generous citizens.

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Donnie Eichar

Dead Mountain - The Untold True Story Of The Dyatlov Pass Incident

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This book is perfect for the mystery enthusiast who loves diving deep into true events. With access to personal journals, government records, and interviews, the author skillfully weaves together the hikers' story, the investigators' efforts, and his own investigations. Prepare to be captivated by the eerie details and the author's journey into the heart of the Russian winter.

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Hyeonseo Lee, David John

The Girl with Seven Names : A North Korean Defector's Story

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This book is a gripping and harrowing account of one woman's journey to escape the oppressive regime of North Korea. It provides a rare and intimate insight into the hardships and brutality of life under a dictatorship, as well as the resilience and courage it takes to seek freedom. Hyeonseo Lee's story is not only a testament to the strength of the human spirit, but also a reminder of the power of hope and the determination to build a better life against all odds.

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Jonathan Harr

The Lost Painting : The Quest for a Caravaggio Masterpiece

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The Lost Painting tells the story of an Italian graduate student Francesca Cappelletti, who discovers a clue that leads to the search for a lost painting. This book is perfect for art enthusiasts who love a good mystery and want to learn about Caravaggio's life and paintings. Harr's narrative style creates suspense and adventure that keep readers hooked until the very end.

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Albert Einstein

The World As I See It

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In a group of essays, letters, and speeches, Einstein relates his views on politics, religion, morality, and the place of science in the modern world

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Anthony Ray Hinton

The Sun Does Shine : How I Found Life and Freedom on Death Row (Oprah's Book Club Summer 2018 Selection)

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**WINNER OF THE 2019 MOORE PRIZE ****THE NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER**‘A riveting account of the multiple outrages of the criminal justice system of Alabama. A harrowing masterpiece’ Guardian‘Hinton somehow navigates through his rage and despair to a state of forgiveness and grace’ IndependentAt age 29, Anthony Ray Hinton was wrongfully charged with robbery and murder, and sentenced to death by electrocution for crimes he didn’t commit. The only thing he had in common with the perpetrator was the colour of his skin.Anthony spent the next 28 years of his life on death row, watching fellow inmates march to their deaths, knowing he would follow soon.Hinton’s incredible story reveals the injustices and inherent racism of the American legal system, but it is also testament to the hope and humanity in us all.‘You will be swept away in this unbelievable, dramatic true story’ Oprah Winfrey

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Stuart Jeffries

Grand Hotel Abyss : The Lives of the Frankfurt School

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“Marvelously entertaining, exciting and informative.” — Guardian“An engaging and accessible history.” — New York Review of BooksThis group biography is “an exhilarating page-turner” and “outstanding critical introduction” to the work and legacy of the Frankfurt School, and the great 20th-century thinkers who created it ( Washington Post ).In 1923, a group of young radical German thinkers and intellectuals came together to at Victoria Alle 7, Frankfurt, determined to explain the workings of the modern world. Among the most prominent members of what became the Frankfurt School were the philosophers Walter Benjamin, Theodor Adorno, Max Horkheimer, and Herbert Marcuse. Not only would they change the way we think, but also the subjects we deem worthy of intellectual investigation. Their lives, like their ideas, profoundly, sometimes tragically, reflected and shaped the shattering events of the twentieth century.Grand Hotel Abyss combines biography, philosophy, and storytelling to reveal how the Frankfurt thinkers gathered in hopes of understanding the politics of culture during the rise of fascism. Some of them, forced to escape the horrors of Nazi Germany, later found exile in the United States. Benjamin, with his last great work—the incomplete Arcades Project —in his suitcase, was arrested in Spain and committed suicide when threatened with deportation to Nazi-occupied France. On the other side of the Atlantic, Adorno failed in his bid to become a Hollywood screenwriter, denounced jazz, and even met Charlie Chaplin in Malibu.After the war, there was a resurgence of interest in the School. From the relative comfort of sun-drenched California, Herbert Marcuse wrote the classic One Dimensional Man , which influenced the 1960s counterculture and thinkers such as Angela Davis; while in a tragic coda, Adorno died from a heart attack following confrontations with student radicals in Berlin.By taking popular culture seriously as an object of study—whether it was film, music, ideas, or consumerism—the Frankfurt School elaborated upon the nature and crisis of our mass-produced, mechanized society. Grand Hotel Abyss shows how much these ideas still tell us about our age of social media and runaway consumption.

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Chris Guillebeau

The Happiness Of Pursuit - Finding The Quest That Will Bring Purpose To Your Life

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Recommendation: "The Happiness of Pursuit" is a great read for those seeking inspiration to find their life's purpose. It emphasizes the importance of setting and achieving goals through meaningful quests and challenges, which can ultimately lead to a more fulfilling life experience. Chris Guillebeau uses personal stories and research to highlight the benefits of this path, making it a compelling read for readers of all backgrounds.

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William N. Thorndike Jr.

The Outsiders: Eight Unconventional CEOs and Their Radically Rational Blueprint for Success : Eight Unconventional CEOs and Their Radically Rational Blueprint for Success

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This book is a must-read for anyone interested in understanding what it takes to be a successful CEO. Through the stories of eight unconventional CEOs, it reveals a completely different approach to corporate management. These CEOs prioritize long-term shareholder returns, have exceptional capital allocation skills, and value cash flow over reported earnings. By charting their own course and focusing on per share value, they achieved extraordinary performance that outperformed the market by a factor of twenty. If you're looking for a refreshing and counterintuitive perspective on leadership and investing, this book is for you.

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Anne Frank

The Diary of a Young Girl

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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.

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