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David Walsh

Seven Deadly Sins : My Pursuit of Lance Armstrong

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Recommended for avid sports fans seeking truth. The book provides a gripping account of a journalist's 13-year battle to reveal the truth about Lance Armstrong's doping and conspiracy of silence within the sport. It delves deep into the murky world of professional cycling and the devastating impact on those who dare to speak up. The book is an eye-opener and a must-read for all sports enthusiasts seeking the truth about their idols.

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Tony Koltz, Colin Powell

It Worked for Me : In Life and Leadership

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New York Times Bestselling AuthorColin Powell, one of America’s most admired public figures, reveals the unique lessons that shaped his life and careerIt Worked for Me is a collection of lessons and personal anecdotes that shaped four star-general and former Secretary of State Colin Powell’s legendary career in public service. At its heart are Powell’s “Thirteen Rules,”—notes he accumulated on his desk that served as the basis for the leadership presentations he delivered throughout the world.Powell’s short-but-sweet rules such as “Get mad, then get over it” and “Share credit,” are illuminated by revealing personal stories that introduce and expand on his principles for effective leadership: conviction, hard work, and above all, respect for others. In work and life, Powell writes, “It is the human gesture that counts.”A compelling storyteller, Powell shares parables both humorous and solemn that offer wise advice on succeeding in the workplace and beyond. “Trust your people,” he councils as he delegates presidential briefing responsibilities to two junior aides. “Do your best--someone is watching,” he advises those just starting out, recalling his own teenage summer job shipping cases of soda. Powell combines the insight he gained serving in the top ranks of the military and in four presidential administrations, as well as the lessons learned from his hardscrabble upbringing in the Bronx and his training in the ROTC. The result is a powerful portrait of a leader who was reflective, self-effacing, and grateful for the contributions of every employee, no matter how junior.Powell’s writing--straightforward, accessible, and often very funny--will inspire, move, and surprise readers. Thoughtful and revealing, his book is a brilliant and original blueprint for leadership.

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Tony Hendra, George Carlin

Last Words

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This book is a must-read for fans of George Carlin and anyone who appreciates candid and irreverent humor. Through his hilarious anecdotes and razor-sharp honesty, Carlin takes us on a journey from his rough upbringing to his rise to stardom, highlighting his struggles with substance abuse and his complex relationships. "Last Words" is not just a biography, but a parting gift of laughter from a comedy genius to the world. Prepare to laugh out loud and gain a deeper understanding of the man behind the comedy.

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Nina Renata Aron

Good Morning, Destroyer of Men's Souls : A memoir about women, addiction and love

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"The disease he has is addiction," Nina Renata Aron writes of her boyfriend, K. "The disease I have is loving him." Their love affair is dramatic, urgent, overwhelming-an intoxicating antidote to the long, lonely days of early motherhood. Soon after they get together, K starts using again, and years of relapses and broken promises follow. Even as his addiction deepens, she stays, convinced she is the one who can get him sober. After an adolescence marred by family trauma and addiction, Nina can't help but feel responsible for those suffering around her. How can she break this pattern? If she leaves K, has she failed him?Writing in prose at once unflinching and acrobatic, Aron delivers a piercing memoir of romance and addiction, drawing on intimate anecdotes as well as academic research to crack open the long-feminized and overlooked phenomenon of codependency. She shifts between visceral, ferocious accounts of her affair with K and introspective analyses of the part she plays in his addictions, as well as defining moments in the history of codependency, from the temperance movement to the formation of Al-Anon to more recent research in the psychology of addiction. Good Morning, Destroyer of Men's Souls is a blazing, bighearted book that illuminates and adds nuance to the messy tethers between femininity, enabling, and love.

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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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Trevor Noah

Born a Crime : Stories from a South African Childhood

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#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER - The compelling, inspiring, and comically sublime story of one man's coming-of-age, set during the twilight of apartheid and the tumultuous days of freedom that followedNAMED ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR BY Michiko Kakutani, New York Times - USA Today - San Francisco Chronicle - NPR - Esquire - Newsday - BooklistTrevor Noah's unlikely path from apartheid South Africa to the desk of The Daily Show began with a criminal act: his birth. Trevor was born to a white Swiss father and a black Xhosa mother at a time when such a union was punishable by five years in prison. Living proof of his parents' indiscretion, Trevor was kept mostly indoors for the earliest years of his life, bound by the extreme and often absurd measures his mother took to hide him from a government that could, at any moment, steal him away. Finally liberated by the end of South Africa's tyrannical white rule, Trevor and his mother set forth on a grand adventure, living openly and freely and embracing the opportunities won by a centuries-long struggle.Born a Crime is the story of a mischievous young boy who grows into a restless young man as he struggles to find himself in a world where he was never supposed to exist. It is also the story of that young man's relationship with his fearless, rebellious, and fervently religious mother--his teammate, a woman determined to save her son from the cycle of poverty, violence, and abuse that would ultimately threaten her own life.The stories collected here are by turns hilarious, dramatic, and deeply affecting. Whether subsisting on caterpillars for dinner during hard times, being thrown from a moving car during an attempted kidnapping, or just trying to survive the life-and-death pitfalls of dating in high school, Trevor illuminates his curious world with an incisive wit and unflinching honesty. His stories weave together to form a moving and searingly funny portrait of a boy making his way through a damaged world in a dangerous time, armed only with a keen sense of humor and a mother's unconventional, unconditional love.Praise for Born a Crime "[A] compelling new memoir . . . By turns alarming, sad and funny, [Trevor Noah's] book provides a harrowing look, through the prism of Mr. Noah's family, at life in South Africa under apartheid. . . . Born a Crime is not just an unnerving account of growing up in South Africa under apartheid, but a love letter to the author's remarkable mother."--Michiko Kakutani, The New York Times"[An] unforgettable memoir."--Parade "What makes Born a Crime such a soul-nourishing pleasure, even with all its darker edges and perilous turns, is reading Noah recount in brisk, warmly conversational prose how he learned to negotiate his way through the bullying and ostracism. . . . What also helped was having a mother like Patricia Nombuyiselo Noah. . . . Consider Born a Crime another such gift to her--and an enormous gift to the rest of us." --USA Today "[Noah] thrives with the help of his astonishingly fearless mother. . . . Their fierce bond makes this story soar." --People

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Amy Tan

Where the Past Begins : Memory and Imagination

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In this frank and intimate memoir, the bestselling author of The Joy Luck Club explores the traumatic childhood that made her a writer, her complex relationship with her father, and the shocking truths uncovered by family memorabilia.

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Paramahansa Yogananda

Autobiography of a Yogi

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This acclaimed autobiography presents a fascinating portrait of one of the great spiritual figures of our time. With engaging candor, eloquence, and wit, Paramahansa Yogananda narrates the inspiring chronicle of his life: the experiences of his remarkable childhood, encounters with many saints and sages during his youthful search throughout India for an illumined teacher, ten years of training in the hermitage of a revered yoga master, and the thirty years that he lived and taught in America. Also recorded here are his meetings with Mahatma Gandhi, Rabindranath Tagore, Luther Burbank, the Catholic stigmatist Therese Neumann, and other celebrated spiritual personalities of East and West. Autobiography of a Yogi is at once a beautifully written account of an exceptional life and a profound introduction to the ancient science of Yoga and its time-honored tradition of meditation. The author clearly explains the subtle but definite laws behind both the ordinary events of everyday life and the extraordinary events commonly termed miracles. His absorbing life story thus becomes the background for a penetrating and unforgettable look at the ultimate mysteries of human existence. Considered a modern spiritual classic, the book has been translated into more than twenty languages and is widely used as a text and reference work in colleges and universities. A perennial bestseller since it was first published sixty years ago, Autobiography of a Yogi has found its way into the hearts of millions of readers around the world.

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Anthony Bourdain

Kitchen Confidential : Adventures in the Culinary Underbelly

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A deluxe, annotated edition of Kitchen Confidential to celebrate the life of Anthony Bourdain, featuring new photo insertsOver two decades ago, the New Yorker published a now infamous article, “Don’t Eat Before Reading This,” by then little-known chef Anthony Bourdain. Bourdain spared no one’s appetite as he revealed what happens behind the kitchen door. The article was a sensation, and the book it spawned, the now iconic Kitchen Confidential, became an even bigger sensation and megabestseller. Frankly confessional, addictively acerbic, and utterly unsparing, Bourdain pulls no punches in this memoir of his years in the restaurant business.Fans will love to return to this deliciously funny, delectably shocking banquet of wild-but-true tales of life in the culinary trade, laying out Bourdain’s more than a quarter-century of drugs, sex, and haute cuisine. Including a handwritten introduction and annotations done by Bourdain about a decade after the book was originally published, this edition also features previously unpublished photos to accompany the now-classic text.

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R.J. Hollingdale, Michael Tanner, Friedrich Nietzsche

Ecce Homo : How One Becomes What One is

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Ecce Homo is a philosophical autobiography that delves into Nietzsche's personal life and thoughts, while providing insight into his groundbreaking philosophy. The book offers a unique perspective on his life, work, and evolution as a thinker. It is an essential read for Nietzsche fans who want to better understand the man behind the philosophy and the profound impact he had on modern philosophy.

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Peter Sagan

My World

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My World by Peter Sagan is a must-read for fans of cycling who want an entertaining and passionate look into the world of an elite cyclist. Sagan's playful personality shines through in every page, as he takes you on a journey through the grueling training programs and the pressure of high expectations. Readers will feel the elation of winning and the despair of losing, making this a book that captures the many ups and downs of a cyclist's career. Sagan's achievement of winning three road race World Championships in a row is indeed an incredible feat, and his unique perspective and engaging writing style will make you appreciate it even more.

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Benjamin Franklin, Peter Conn

The Autobiography of Benjamin Franklin : Penn Reading Project Edition

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Printer and publisher, author and educator, scientist and inventor, statesman and philanthropist, Benjamin Franklin was the very embodiment of the American type of self-made man. In 1771, at the age of 65, he sat down to write his autobiography, "having emerged from the poverty and obscurity in which I was born and bred to a state of affluence and some degree of reputation in the world, and having gone so far through life with a considerable share of felicity." The result is a classic of American literature.On the eve of the tercentenary of Franklin's birth, the university he founded has selected the Autobiography for the Penn Reading Project. Each year, for the past fifteen years, the University of Pennsylvania has chosen a single work that the entire incoming class, and a large segment of the faculty and staff, read and discuss together. For this occasion the University of Pennsylvania Press will publish a special edition of Franklin's Autobiography , including a new preface by University president Amy Gutmann and an introduction by distinguished scholar Peter Conn. The volume will also include four short essays by noted Penn professors as well as a chronology of Franklin's life and the text of Franklin's Proposals Relating to the Education of Youth in Pennsylvania , a document resulting in the establishment of an institution of higher education that ultimately became the University of Pennsylvania.No area of human endeavor escaped Franklin's keen attentions. His ideas and values, as Amy Gutmann notes in her remarks, have shaped the modern University of Pennsylvania profoundly, "more profoundly than have the founders of any other major university of college in the United States." Franklin believed that he had been born too soon. Readers will recognize that his spirit lives on at Penn today.Essay Richard R. Beeman, Paul Guyer, Michael Weisberg, and Michael Zuckerman.

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Jack Welch, Suzy Welch

Winning : The Ultimate Business How-To Book

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A champion manager of people, Jack Welch shares the hard-earned wisdom of a storied career in what will become the ultimate business bible With Winning, Jack Welch delivers a wide-ranging, in-depth, no-holds-barred management guidebook about the tough strategic, organizational, and personal challenges that face people at every stage of their careers. Loaded with candid personal anecdotes, hard-hitting advice, and invaluable dos and don’ts, Jack explains his theory of business, by laying out the four most important principles that form the foundation of his success. Chapters How to Get Promoted, How to Think about Strategy, How to Write a Budget that Works, How to Work for a Jerk, How Find Work-Life Balance and How Start Something New. Enlivened by quotes from business leaders that Welch interviewed especially for the book, it’s a tour de force that reflects Welch’s mastery of execution, excellence and leadership.

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René Descartes, Desmond M. Clarke

Meditations and Other Metaphysical Writings

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'I shall imagine myself as if I had no hands, no eyes, no flesh, no blood, no senses at all'Descartes was prepared to go to any lengths in his search for certainty – even to deny those things that seemed most self-evident. In his Meditations of 1641, and in the Objections and Replies that were included with the original publication, he set out to dismantle and then reconstruct the idea of the individual self and its existence. In doing so, Descartes developed a language of subjectivity that has lasted to this day and also took his first steps towards the view that would eventually be expressed in the epigram Cogito, ergo sum ('I think, therefore I am'), one of modern philosophy's most famous – and most fiercely controversial – claims.The first part of a two-volume edition of Descartes' works in Penguin Classics, this edition includes extensive selections from the Objections and Replies, Part One of The Principles of Philosophy, Comments on a Certain Manifesto and related correspondence from 1643 to 1649.

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Phil Knight

Shoe Dog : A Memoir by the Creator of Nike

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Shoe Dog offers an honest and inspiring tale of Phil Knight's journey from a young entrepreneurial graduate to the creation of one of the world's most iconic brands. Knight does a phenomenal job describing the high-risk journey of starting a company from scratch, the struggles, setbacks, ruthless competitors, and support network that kept him going. Most importantly, Shoe Dog encapsulates the values of passion, grit, resilience, and risk-taking that are essential for entrepreneurs to succeed. This book is a must-read for any aspiring entrepreneur who wants to learn from someone who has been there before.

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Patti Smith

Just Kids

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"Just Kids" is a touching memoir that captures the essence of two young artists' love and devotion, their struggles and triumphs as they navigate the art world in New York City during the late sixties and seventies. Patti Smith's prose is poetic and raw, offering an intimate and honest look into her deep bond and friendship with photographer Robert Mapplethorpe. This is a must-read for anyone who is passionate about art, love, and initiation.

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Sanjaya Baru

The Accidental Prime Minister : The Making and Unmaking of Manmohan Singh

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The Accidental Prime Minister is a must-read for anyone interested in politics, providing insight into the inner workings and behind-the-scenes moments of India's government. The book's most unique aspect is its first-hand account by someone in such close proximity to the Prime Minister, offering a perspective not otherwise available to the public.

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Kate Mayfield

The Undertaker's Daughter

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“ The Undertaker’s Daughter is a wonderfully quirky, gem of a book beautifully written by Kate Mayfield.…Her compelling, complicated family and cast of characters stay with you long after you close the book” (Monica Holloway, author of Cowboy & Wills and Driving With Dead People ).How does one live in a house of the dead? Kate Mayfield explores what it meant to be the daughter of a small-town undertaker in this fascinating memoir evocative of Six Feet Under and The Help , with a hint of Mary Roach’s Stiff .After Kate Mayfield was born, she was taken directly to a funeral home. Her father was an undertaker, and for thirteen years the family resided in a place nearly synonymous with death, where the living and the dead entered their house like a vapor. In a memoir that reads like a Harper Lee novel, Mayfield draws the reader into a world of haunting Southern mystique.In the turbulent 1960s, Kate’s father set up shop in sleepy Jubilee, Kentucky, a segregated, god-fearing community where no one kept secrets—except the ones they were buried with. By opening a funeral home, Frank Mayfield also opened the door to family feuds, fetishes, murder, suicide, and all manner of accidents. Kate saw it all—she also witnessed the quiet ruin of her father, who hid alcoholism and infidelity behind a cool and charismatic façade. As Kate grows from trusting child to rebellious teen, the enforced sobriety of the funeral home begins to chafe, and she longs for the day she can escape the confines of Jubilee and her place as the undertaker’s daughter.“Mayfield fashions a poignant send-off to Jubilee in this thoughtfully rendered work” ( Publishers Weekly ).

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Albert Podell

Around the World in 50 Years : My Adventure to Every Country on Earth

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The New York Times BestsellerThis is the inspiring story of an ordinary guy who achieved two great goals that others had told him were impossible. First, he set a record for the longest automobile journey ever made around the world, during the course of which he blasted his way out of minefields, survived a serious accident atop the Peak of Death, came within seconds of being lynched in Pakistan, and lost three of the five men who started with him, two to disease, one to the Vietcong.After that-although it took him forty-seven more years-Albert Podell set another record by going to every country on Earth. He achieved this by surviving riots, revolutions, civil wars, trigger-happy child soldiers, voodoo priests, robbers, pickpockets, corrupt cops, and Cape buffalo. He went around, under, or through every kind of earthquake, cyclone, tsunami, volcanic eruption, snowstorm, and sandstorm that nature threw at him. He ate everything from old camel meat and rats to dung beetles and the brain of a live monkey. And he overcame attacks by crocodiles, hippos, anacondas, giant leeches, flying crabs-and several beautiful girlfriends who insisted that he stop this nonsense and marry them.Albert Podell's Around the World in 50 Years is a remarkable and meaningful tale of quiet courage, dogged persistence, undying determination, and an uncanny ability to escape from one perilous situation after another-and return with some of the most memorable, frightening, and hilarious adventure stories you have ever read.

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Edward Snowden

Permanent Record

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"Permanent Record" is a captivating and eye-opening memoir about Edward Snowden's journey from a young online prodigy to becoming a whistleblower that exposed the US government's system of mass surveillance. The book offers an unfiltered look at the inner workings of intelligence agencies and the far-reaching impact of their actions on every individual's privacy. It is an important read for anyone concerned about digital privacy and government overreach.

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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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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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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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Lisa Buccieri, Eva Mozes Kor

Surviving the Angel of Death : The True Story of a Mengele Twin in Auschwitz

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A must-read for those interested in Holocaust history, depicting the endurance of the human spirit, and the power of forgiveness. Eva Mozes Kor's memoir inspires readers with her forgiveness of the Nazis and dedication to working towards human rights and peace.

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Munjed Al Muderis, Patrick Weaver

Walking Free : The extraordinary true story of a young man who fled war-torn Iraq, came to Australia as a refugee by boat, spent months in a detention centre and went on to become a pioneering surgeon.

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This book is a must-read for anyone seeking inspiration and hope. Munjed Al Muderis takes us on a gripping journey, from the horrors of war-torn Iraq to the challenges of being a refugee in Australia. Through his determination and resilience, he not only overcomes adversity but goes on to become a world-renowned surgeon, transforming the lives of amputees. Walking Free is a testament to the power of the human spirit and the triumph of perseverance.

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Kevin Hart

I Can't Make This Up : Life Lessons

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Superstar comedian and Hollywood box office star Kevin Hart turns his immense talent to the written word by writing some words. Some of those words include: the , a , for , above , and even even . Put them together and you have the funniest, most heartfelt, and most inspirational memoir on survival, success, and the importance of believing in yourself since Old Yeller . It begins in North Philadelphia. He was born an accident, unwanted by his parents. His father was a drug addict who was in and out of jail. His brother was a crack dealer and petty thief. And his mother was overwhelmingly strict, beating him with belts, frying pans, and his own toys. The odds, in short, were stacked against our young hero, just like the odds that are stacked against the release of a new book in this era of social media (where Hart has a following of over 100 million, by the way). But Kevin Hart, like Ernest Hemingway, JK Rowling, and Chocolate Droppa before him, was able to defy the odds and turn it around. In his literary debut, he takes the reader on a journey through what his life was, what it is now, and how he's overcome each challenge to become the man he is today. And that man happens to be the biggest comedian in the world, with tours that sell out football stadiums and films that have collectively grossed over $3.5 billion. He achieved this not just through hard work, determination, and talent: It was through his unique way of looking at the world. Because just like a book has chapters, Hart sees life as a collection of chapters that each person gets to write for himself or herself. "Not only do you get to choose how you interpret each chapter, but your interpretation writes the next chapter," he says. "So why not choose the interpretation that serves your life the best?"Candid, wickedly funny, and unforgettable, I Can't Make This Up is more than a memoir. It is a training manual designed to teach you a positive, drama-free outlook on life and code of conduct that will serve you, serve others, and serve your biggest, boldest dreams.

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Steven Gerrard

My Story

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Steven Gerrard is the former captain of Liverpool football team and of the England national football team, and is the only player ever to have scored in a FA cup final, a league cup final, a UEFA cup final and a champion's league final. His entire career, since 1998, has been spent at Anfield with Liverpool. In this book he charts his full playing career, shedding light on the defining games, his life off the pitch as well as the players and managers he's encountered.

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Gregory Zuckerman

The Greatest Trade Ever : How One Man Bet Against the Markets and Made $20 Billion

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The greatest trade ever is the thrilling story of the trader john paulson who predicted the economic crash in 2008- and made the biggest windfall in history, by gregory zuckerman. Autumn 2008. The world's finances collapse but one man makes a killing. John paulson, a softly spoken hedge-fund manager who still took the bus to work, seemed unlikely to stake his career on one big gamble. But he did - and the greatest trade ever is the story of how he realised that the sub-prime housing bubble was going to burst, making $15 billion for his fund and more than $4 billion for himself in a single year. It's a tale of folly and wizardry, individual brilliance versus institutional stupidity. John paulson made the biggest winning bet in history. And this is how he did it. 'the definitive account of a sensational trade' michael lewis, author of the big short'extraordinary, excellent' observer'a must-read for anyone fascinated by financial madness' mail on sunday'a forensic, read-in-one-sitting boo

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Bill Clinton

My Life

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President Bill Clinton’s My Life is the strikingly candid portrait of a global leader who decided early in life to devote his intellectual and political gifts, and his extraordinary capacity for hard work, to serving the public. It shows us the progress of a remarkable American, who, through his own enormous energies and efforts, made the unlikely journey from Hope, Arkansas, to the White House—a journey fueled by an impassioned interest in the political process which manifested itself at every stage of his life: in college, working as an intern for Senator William Fulbright; at Oxford, becoming part of the Vietnam War protest movement; at Yale Law School, campaigning on the grassroots level for Democratic candidates; back in Arkansas, running for Congress, attorney general, and governor.We see his career shaped by his resolute determination to improve the life of his fellow citizens, an unfaltering commitment to civil rights, and an exceptional understanding of the practicalities of political life.We come to understand the emotional pressures of his youth—born after his father’s death; caught in the dysfunctional relationship between his feisty, nurturing mother and his abusive stepfather, whom he never ceased to love and whose name he took; drawn to the brilliant, compelling Hillary Rodham, whom he was determined to marry; passionately devoted, from her infancy, to their daughter, Chelsea, and to the entire experience of fatherhood; slowly and painfully beginning to comprehend how his early denial of pain led him at times into damaging patterns of behavior.President Clinton’s book is also the fullest, most concretely detailed, most nuanced account of a presidency ever written—encompassing not only the high points and crises but the way the presidency actually works: the day-to-day bombardment of problems, personalities, conflicts, setbacks, achievements.It is a testament to the positive impact on America and on the world of his work and his ideals.It is the gripping account of a president under concerted and unrelenting assault orchestrated by his enemies on the Far Right, and how he survived and prevailed. It is a treasury of moments caught alive, among them:• The ten-year-old boy watching the national political conventions on his family’s new (and first) television set.• The young candidate looking for votes in the Arkansas hills and the local seer who tells him, “Anybody who would campaign at a beer joint in Joiner at midnight on Saturday night deserves to carry one box. . . . You’ll win here. But it’ll be the only damn place you win in this county.” (He was right on both counts.)• The roller-coaster ride of the 1992 campaign.• The extraordinarily frank exchanges with Newt Gingrich and Bob Dole.• The delicate manipulation needed to convince Rabin and Arafat to shake hands for the camera while keeping Arafat from kissing Rabin.• The cost, both public and private, of the scandal that threatened the presidency.Here is the life of a great national and international figure, revealed with all his talents and contradictions, told openly, directly, in his own completely recognizable voice. A unique book by a unique American.

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Avi Shlaim

Three Worlds - Memoirs Of An Arab-Jew

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This book would be a good read if you're interested in exploring the complex and often silenced history of Arab-Jews. Avi Shlaim provides a powerful and personal account of his family's exile from Iraq to Israel, challenging the notion that the Zionist mission rescued Eastern Jews. The book celebrates the rich culture and heritage of Arab-Jews and sheds light on the crossfire of secular ideologies that they were caught in. It's a must-read for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of the clash of Arab and Jewish civilizations.

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Cairns Craig

Iain Banks's Complicity : A Reader's Guide

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This guide to Iain Banks's "Complicity" provides valuable insights for those studying the novel or fans of Banks's style of writing. It offers a comprehensive biography of the author, a thorough analysis of the novel, and a comparison between the book and the movie adaptation, making it an excellent resource for book clubs or individuals seeking to understand the key themes of the novel and its place in contemporary literature.

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Rod Stewart

Rod : The Autobiography

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Rod: The Autobiography could be a great read for fans of Rod Stewart's music and those interested in learning about the life of a rock and roll icon. The book offers a candid and honest look into his personal and professional life, from his humble beginnings to his rise to stardom. It also delves into his relationships and experiences on tour, providing a riveting and entertaining journey through one of rock's most remarkable lives. Fans would appreciate the soulful and unique writing style of the author in narrating his life's story.

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Steve Dublanica

Waiter Rant - Behind The Scenes Of Eating Out

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Most restaurant customers are nice people, but a few are socially maladjusted psychopaths who relish giving their waiters a hard time. 'Waiter Rant' gives the inside scoop on what really goes on behind the scenes in a restaurant, how to be a good customer and get great service.

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Anna Faris, Chris Pratt

Unqualified

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Recommendation: Unqualified is a hilarious and heartwarming book by the popular actress, Anna Faris. Through funny stories about her own romantic misadventures, she offers unique advice for navigating the unpredictable waters of love. This book is perfect for anyone looking for a candid, offbeat take on the challenges of finding love.

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Jack Welch

Winning : The Ultimate Business How-to Book

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If you're looking to understand the ins and outs of running a successful business, Jack Welch's approach in "Winning" might be just the edge you need. He takes his own vast experience at the helm of General Electric and breaks it down into actionable strategies that can apply to any level of management or entrepreneurship. It's not just about admiration from afar; this is about getting a playbook from someone who has been in the thick of it all, reflecting on both the triumphs and the stumbles. Welch's guidance could be the mentorship in book form you've been seeking.

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Richard Branson

Like A Virgin : Secrets They Won't Teach You at Business School

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Looking for advice on setting up your own company, improving your career prospects, or developing your leadership skills? Why not ask Richard Branson?In Like a Virgin: Secrets They Won't Teach You in Business School, Richard distils and shares the wisdom and experience that have made him one of the world's most recognised and respected entrepreneurs. From his 'Top 5 secrets of Business Success', to hard hitting discussions about the global financial crisis, this book brings together his best advice on all things business.It's business school, the Branson way.

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Barbara Ehrenreich

Living with a Wild God : A Nonbeliever's Search for the Truth about Everything

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From the New York Times bestselling author of Nickel and Dimed comes a brave, frank, and exquisitely written memoir that will change the way you see the world. Barbara Ehrenreich is one of the most important thinkers of our time. Educated as a scientist, she is an author, journalist, activist, and advocate for social justice. In LIVING WITH A WILD GOD, she recounts her quest-beginning in childhood-to find "the Truth" about the universe and everything else: What's really going on? Why are we here? In middle age, she rediscovered the journal she had kept during her tumultuous adolescence, which records an event so strange, so cataclysmic, that she had never, in all the intervening years, written or spoken about it to anyone. It was the kind of event that people call a "mystical experience"-and, to a steadfast atheist and rationalist, nothing less than shattering. In LIVING WITH A WILD GOD, Ehrenreich reconstructs her childhood mission, bringing an older woman's wry and erudite perspective to a young girl's impassioned obsession with the questions that, at one point or another, torment us all. The result is both deeply personal and cosmically sweeping-a searing memoir and a profound reflection on science, religion, and the human condition. With her signature combination of intellectual rigor and uninhibited imagination, Ehrenreich offers a true literary achievement-a work that has the power not only to entertain but amaze.

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Mark Lukach

My Lovely Wife in the Psych Ward : A Memoir

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My Lovely Wife in the Psych Ward is a must-read for those seeking to understand the devastating impact of mental illness on relationships. Mark recounts his family's struggles with honestly and raw emotion. He also provides insights into the difficult choices that family members of those suffering from mental illness must make to ensure the safety of their loved one. Ultimately, though, this memoir is a testament to the power of love and the resilience of the human spirit.

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Jung Chang

Wild Swans

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The story of three generations in twentieth-century China that blends the intimacy of memoir, and the panoramic sweep of eyewitness history.An engrossing record of Mao’s impact on China, an unusual window on the female experience in the modern world, and an inspiring tale of courage and love. Jung Chang describes the extraordinary lives and experiences of her family members: her grandmother, a warlord’s concubine; her mother’s struggles as a young idealistic Communist; and her parents’ experience as members of the Communist elite and their ordeal during the Cultural Revolution.Jung was a Red Guard briefly at the age of fourteen, then worked as a peasant, a 'barefoot doctor', a steelworker, and an electrician. As the story of each generation unfolds, Chang captures in gripping, moving, and uplifting detail the cycles of violent drama visited on her own family, and millions of others caught in the whirlwind of history.

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Haruki Murakami

What I Talk About When I Talk About Running

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Recommendation: - If you're a runner who finds solace in the rhythm of your footsteps, or if you've ever wondered about the connection between physical and creative pursuits, "What I Talk About When I Talk About Running" is a must-read. Haruki Murakami, the internationally bestselling writer, takes you on a journey through his own experiences with running and writing, uncovering the profound impact that one has on the other. This memoir is a captivating blend of training logs, reflections, and travelogue, offering a unique perspective on the challenges and rewards of distance running. Prepare to be inspired, entertained, and moved by Murakami's comical, charming, and philosophical storytelling.

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Amy Chua

Battle Hymn of the Tiger Mother

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Men We Reaped : A Memoir

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Jesmyn Ward's Men We Reaped is a powerful and heart-rending memoir that explores the impact of racism, poverty, and exclusion on the lives of black men in rural Mississippi. Through her own experiences of loss and grief, Ward conveys a sense of palpable anger and frustration at the systemic injustices that have claimed the lives of so many in her community. Her prose is both lyrical and hard-hitting, and she deftly weaves together personal anecdote, social commentary, and historical context to create a rich and nuanced picture of life in the Deep South. A must-read for anyone interested in race, class, and social justice.

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Lisa See

On Gold Mountain : A Family Memoir of Love, Struggle and Survival

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On Gold Mountain could be a good read for those interested in exploring the experiences of Chinese-Americans in America. This book captures the struggles and triumphs of a Chinese family over five generations, as they navigate their way through a changing and often racist society. The unique feature of this book is its powerful social history that highlights the immigrant experience of Chinese families and the challenges they face in their attempts to succeed.

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Lilly Singh

How to Be a Bawse : A Guide to Conquering Life

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This book could be a good read for millennials who need guidance on how to achieve success in life. Lilly Singh shares her own experiences to help readers learn to conquer their fears and boost self-confidence while working towards their goals. The book offers a no-nonsense approach to success and encourages readers to work hard, stay focused, and stay committed to their dreams.

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Liyana Dhamirah

Homeless: The Untold Story of a Mother’s Struggle in Crazy Rich Singapore

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Ten years ago, Liyana Dhamirah was in a precarious situation: at 22, she was heavily pregnant and had no place to call home.For Liyana, home was often unstable. Once a bright teenager full of optimism, she faced uncertainty and found no support from family, government agencies and welfare groups. She had nowhere to go, no one to turn to. When she started living on a beach in Sembawang, she discovered a community of people—families—who were homeless just like her. They stuck together and watched out for each other, even when there were raids. She learned that in prosperous Singapore, the homeless are not always identifiable by appearance alone.Months later, journalists eventually uncovered Liyana’s story and how she navigated a bureaucracy of obstacles. Today she is a successful entrepreneur and this is her memoir.

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Morrissey

Autobiography

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Autobiography is a must-read for Morrissey fans and music lovers who want to delve into the life story of a beloved icon. The book offers a raw and unfiltered account of Morrissey's life from birth until present day, with witty insights and anecdotes that will leave readers feeling like they've gained an intimate understanding of the artist's psyche. Morrissey's advocacy for animal protection is also a significant aspect of the book and may appeal to readers who share similar values.

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Marjane Satrapi

The Complete Persepolis : Now a Major Motion Picture

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Here, in one volume: Marjane Satrapi's best-selling, internationally acclaimed memoir-in-comic-strips.Persepolis is the story of Satrapi's unforgettable childhood and coming of age within a large and loving family in Tehran during the Islamic Revolution; of the contradictions between private and public life in a country plagued by political upheaval; of her high school years in Vienna facing the trials of adolescence far from her family; of her homecoming—both sweet and terrible; and, finally, of her self-imposed exile from her beloved homeland. It is the chronicle of a girlhood and adolescence at once outrageous and familiar, a young life entwined with the history of her country yet filled with the universal trials and joys of growing up.Edgy, searingly observant, and candid, often heartbreaking but threaded throughout with raw humor and hard-earned wisdom—Persepolis is a stunning work from one of the most highly regarded, singularly talented graphic artists at work today.

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Marina Chapman

The Girl with No Name : The Incredible True Story of a Child Raised by Monkeys

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This book is a great read for those interested in true stories of survival and human resilience. Marina's story of being abducted, abandoned and surviving alone in the Colombian rainforest with a troop of capuchin monkeys is both inspiring and harrowing. Her journey as a feral child in the jungle and later as a street kid in a Colombian city who took control of her life despite the challenges, makes for a captivating read.

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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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Olaudah Equiano

The Life of Olaudah Equiano : Or Gustavus Vassa, the African

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The Life of Olaudah Equiano is an essential read for anyone interested in African-American history and the struggle for equal rights. Equiano's vivid descriptions of his homeland and his harrowing experience aboard a slave ship make this book a powerful indictment of the horrors of slavery. His journey from captivity to freedom, and his later work as a key figure in the British abolitionist movement, make this book an inspiring account of human resilience and the fight for dignity.

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