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Bill Hayes

Insomniac City : New York, Oliver, and Me

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Insomniac City could be a good read for anyone seeking a touching memoir that explores themes of love, loss, and the beauty of everyday life in New York City. Bill Hayes captures the city's essence through his street photography and endearing vignettes of his late partner and friend, Oliver Sacks. The book is a celebration of life, love, and the transformative power of grief, and is sure to leave readers feeling moved and inspired.

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Jia Tolentino

Trick Mirror - Reflections On Self-Delusion

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Trick Mirror is an enlightening, unforgettable trip through the river of self-delusion that surges just beneath the surface of our lives. This is a book about the incentives that shape us, and about how hard it is to see ourselves clearly in a culture that revolves around the self. In each essay, Jia writes about the cultural prisms that have shaped her: the rise of the nightmare social internet; the American scammer as millennial hero; the literary heroine’s journey from brave to blank to bitter; the mandate that everything, including our bodies, should always be getting more efficient and beautiful until we die.

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George Orwell

Such, Such Were The Joys

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Recommend for those interested in critical essays, histories

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Henry David Thoreau

Walden and Civil Disobedience

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Naturalist and philosopher Thoreau's timeless essays on the role of humanity—in the world of nature, and in society and government.Thoreau, a sturdy individualist and nature lover, lived a spare existence in a wooden hut on the edge of Walden Pond near Concord, Massachusetts, from 1845 to 1847. "Walden" is the fruit of Thoreau's two-year stay on the Walden Pond. It is a record of his experiment in a simple life and his contemplation of the wonders of nature and the ways of man. He carefully shaped the book to follow the natural cycle of the seasons, yet it is more than an account of life in the woods, it is a quest for personal freedom and individuality that evokes nature without being sentimental or distorting the natural world."Civil Disobedience" was also based on Thoreau's experiences during the period he lived on the pond. In 1846, he was arrested for not having paid his poll tax, as a way of demonstrating that he did not recognize the authority of a government that "buys and sells men, women, and children." It is a treatise against slavery and a government that wages war to support injustice.This edition -A concise introduction that gives readers important background information-A chronology of the author's life and work-A timeline of significant events that provides the book's historical context-An outline of key themes and plot points to help readers form their own interpretations-Detailed explanatory notes-Critical analysis, including contemporary and modern perspectives on the work-Discussion questions to promote lively classroom and book group interaction-A list of recommended related books and films to broaden the reader's experienceEnriched Classics offer readers affordable editions of great works of literature enhanced by helpful notes and insightful commentary. The scholarship provided in Enriched Classics enables readers to appreciate, understand, and enjoy the world's finest books to their full potential.

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Whoopi Goldberg, Sari Botton, Jon-Jon Goulian

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

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

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Raven Smith

Raven Smith's Trivial Pursuits

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Raven Smith's Trivial Pursuits is a perfect read for anyone who enjoys witty insights into modern life. Smith's ability to find humor in the mundane creates a refreshing and relatable experience that is difficult to put down. The author's unique perspective on ordinary topics, combined with his personal anecdotes, creates a charming and captivating read that is sure to make readers laugh and reflect on their own trivial pursuits.

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Henry David Thoreau

Walden: Or, Life in the Woods

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Walden is a classic piece of American literature that captures the beauty and simplicity of nature. Thoreau's observations of the natural world are insightful, and the book inspires readers to live a more deliberate, mindful existence. If you're interested in philosophy, environmentalism, or just seeking solace in the beauty of the natural world, then Walden is definitely worth your consideration.

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Primo Levi

The Drowned and the Saved

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The Drowned and the Saved is a must-read book for anyone interested in understanding the Holocaust and its long-term impact. Through his honest and powerful essays, Primo Levi challenges the popular narratives about the Holocaust and sheds light on the experiences of both victims and oppressors. His introspective approach to memory and trauma makes this book a valuable resource for students and literary readers alike. His personal experiences as a survivor bring the Holocaust to life and honor the resiliency of the human spirit.

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Krista Tippett

Becoming Wise : An Inquiry into the Mystery and the Art of Living

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“I’m a person who listens for a living. I listen for wisdom, and beauty, and for voices not shouting to be heard. This book chronicles some of what I’ve learned in what has become a conversation across time and generations, across disciplines and denominations.” Peabody Award-winning broadcaster and National Humanities Medalist Krista Tippett has interviewed the most extraordinary voices examining the great questions of meaning for our time. The heart of her work on her national public radio program and podcast, On Being, has been to shine a light on people whose insights kindle in us a sense of wonder and courage. Scientists in a variety of fields; theologians from an array of faiths; poets, activists, and many others have all opened themselves up to Tippett's compassionate yet searching conversation. In Becoming Wise, Tippett distills the insights she has gleaned from this luminous conversation in its many dimensions into a coherent narrative journey, over time and from mind to mind. The book is a master class in living, curated by Tippett and accompanied by a delightfully ecumenical dream team of teaching faculty. The open questions and challenges of our time are intimate and civilizational all at once, Tippett says – definitions of when life begins and when death happens, of the meaning of community and family and identity, of our relationships to technology and through technology. The wisdom we seek emerges through the raw materials of the everyday. And the enduring question of what it means to be human has now become inextricable from the question of who we are to each other. This book offers a grounded and fiercely hopeful vision of humanity for this century – of personal growth but also renewed public life and human spiritual evolution. It insists on the possibility of a common life for this century marked by resilience and redemption, with beauty as a core moral value and civility and love as muscular practice. Krista Tippett's great gift, in her work and in Becoming Wise, is to avoid reductive simplifications but still find the golden threads that weave people and ideas together into a shimmering braid. One powerful common denominator of the lessons imparted to Tippett is the gift of presence, of the exhilaration of engagement with life for its own sake, not as a means to an end. But presence does not mean passivity or acceptance of the status quo. Indeed Tippett and her teachers are people whose work meets, and often drives, powerful forces of change alive in the world today. In the end, perhaps the greatest blessing conveyed by the lessons of spiritual genius Tippett harvests in Becoming Wise is the strength to meet the world where it really is, and then to make it better.

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Hannah Jane Parkinson

The Joy of Small Things : 'A not-so-small joy in itself.' Nigella Lawson

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"The Joy of Small Things" can be a good read for those seeking to find happiness and contentment in the everyday experiences of life. Hannah Jane Parkinson, through her own experiences, teaches us to find joy in seemingly insignificant things. The book is a love letter to the small pleasures of life that often go unnoticed. Parkinson's writing is relatable, easy to read and witty, making it a great daily diversion.

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Anna Quindlen

A Short Guide to a Happy Life

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From the New York Times bestselling author of Alternate Side, Anna Quindlen’s classic reflection on a meaningful life makes a perfect gift for any occasion.“Life is made of moments, small pieces of silver amidst long stretches of tedium. It would be wonderful if they came to us unsummoned, but particularly in lives as busy as the ones most of us lead now, that won’t happen. We have to teach ourselves now to live, really live . . . to love the journey, not the destination.”In this treasure of a book, Anna Quindlen, the bestselling novelist and columnist, reflects on what it takes to “get a life”—to live deeply every day and from your own unique self, rather than merely to exist through your days. “Knowledge of our own mortality is the greatest gift God ever gives us,” Quindlen writes, “because unless you know the clock is ticking, it is so easy to waste our days, our lives.” Her mother died when Quindlen was nineteen: “It was the dividing line between seeing the world in black and white, and in Technicolor. The lights came on for the darkest possible reason. . . . I learned something enduring, in a very short period of time, about life. And that was that it was glorious, and that you had no business taking it for granted.” But how to live from that perspective, to fully engage in our days? In A Short Guide to a Happy Life, Quindlen guides us with an understanding that comes from knowing how to see the view, the richness in living.

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David Sedaris

Let's Explore Diabetes with Owls

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A guy walks into a bar car and...From here the story could take many turns. When this guy is David Sedaris, the possibilities are endless, but the result is always the same: he will both delight you with twists of humor and intelligence and leave you deeply moved. Sedaris remembers his father's dinnertime attire (shirtsleeves and underpants), his first colonoscopy (remarkably pleasant), and the time he considered buying the skeleton of a murdered Pygmy. With Let's Explore Diabetes with Owls, David Sedaris shows once again why his work has been called "hilarious, elegant, and surprisingly moving" (Washington Post).Machine generated contents note: Dentists Without BordersAttaboyThink DifferenterMemory LapsA Friend in the GhettoLoggerheadsIf I Ruled the WorldEasy, TigerLaugh, KookaburraStanding StillJust a Quick E-mailA Guy Walks into a Bar CarAuthor, AuthorObama!!!!!Standing ByI Break for Traditional MarriageUnderstanding Understanding Owls#2 to GoHealth-Care Freedoms and Why I Want My Country BackNow Hiring Friendly PeopleRubbishDay In, Day OutMind the GapA Cold CaseThe Happy Place

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Marian Keyes

Making It Up As I Go Along

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"Making It Up As I Go Along" by Marian Keyes could be the perfect book for anyone looking for a humorous escape from the mundane struggles of everyday life. Keyes effortlessly combines relatable anecdotes and sharp-witted observations that are sure to have you in stitches. Her ability to find humor in the smallest of things is both refreshing and uplifting, making this book a must-read for anyone who needs a good laugh or a reminder that we're all just making it up as we go along.

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Aung San Suu Kyi, Desmond M. Tutu, Václav Havel

Freedom from Fear : And Other Writings

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Freedom from Fear - collected writings from the Nobel Peace prize winner Aung San Suu Kyi Aung San Suu Kyi's collected writings - edited by her late husband, whom the ruling military junta prevented from visiting Burma as he was dying of cancer - reflects her greatest hopes and fears for her fellow Burmese people, and her concern about the need for international co-operation in the continuing fight for Burma's freedom. Bringing together her most powerful speeches, letters and interviews, this remarkable collection gives a voice to Burma's 'woman of destiny', whose fate remains in the hands of her enemies. Recipient of the Nobel Peace Prize and the Sakharov Prize for Freedom of Thought, and leader of Burma's National League for Democracy, Aung San Suu Kyi is one of the world's greatest living defenders of freedom and democracy, and an inspiration to millions worldwide. This book sits alongside Nelson Mandela's memoir Long Walk to Freedom. 'This book is bound to become a classic for a new generation of Asians who value democracy even more highly than Westerners do, simply because they are deprived of the basic freedoms that Westerners take for granted'The New York Times 'Aung San Suu Kyi's extraordinary achievement has been to confront the regime peacefully, reasonably and persuasively... [in] one of the most laudable continuing acts of political courage' Financial Times 'Such is the depth of passion and learning that she brings to her writings about national identity and its links with culture and language that she has attracted the admiration of intellectuals around the world' Sunday Times Aung San Suu Kyi is the leader of Burma's National League for Democracy. She was placed under house arrest in Rangoon in 1989, where she remained for almost 15 of the 21 years until her release in 2010, becoming one of the world's most prominent political prisoners. She is also the author of Letters from Burma.

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Jessi Klein

You'll Grow Out of It

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"You'll Grow Out of It" would be a great read for anyone who wants to take a break from serious reading and dive into an amusing yet relatable story of a late bloomer's journey to womanhood. Jessi Klein's unique blend of humor and sincerity will have you laughing out loud all while nodding your head in agreement. Her candid accounts of personal experiences and struggles make this book raw, relatable, and eye-opening.

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David Sedaris

Let's Explore Diabetes With Owls

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A guy walks into a bar car and...From here the story could take many turns. When this guy is David Sedaris, the possibilities are endless, but the result is always the same: he will both delight you with twists of humor and intelligence and leave you deeply moved. Sedaris remembers his father's dinnertime attire (shirtsleeves and underpants), his first colonoscopy (remarkably pleasant), and the time he considered buying the skeleton of a murdered Pygmy. With Let's Explore Diabetes with Owls, David Sedaris shows once again why his work has been called "hilarious, elegant, and surprisingly moving" (Washington Post).

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Anthony Bourdain

The Nasty Bits : Collected Cuts, Useable Trim, Scraps and Bones

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Recommendation: - If you're a fan of Anthony Bourdain's unfiltered storytelling style, "The Nasty Bits" is a must-read. Bourdain takes you on a wild ride across the globe, serving up brutally honest, funny, and sometimes shocking stories from his travels. From scrounging for eel in Hanoi to revealing the behind-the-scenes of television production, this collection is a passionate stew that will leave you craving for more.

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David Sedaris

Let'S Explore Diabetes With Owls

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David Sedaris continues to enchant with biographical stories of his life in France and England, traveling around the world and short stories from the viewpoints of others -- often very strange others!

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Ahmet Altan, Yasemin Çongar

I Will Never See the World Again

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This book could be a good read for someone who craves a powerful memoir that explores the intersection of literature and personal fate. Through his imprisonment, Altan's reflection on the powerlessness, the hope, and the resilience of a writer's mind offers solace and inspiration. Dive into this captivating journey where destiny merges with the magic of storytelling.

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David Sedaris

Me Talk Pretty One Day

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

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Cathy Rentzenbrink

A Manual for Heartache

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"When Cathy Rentzenbrink was still a teenager, her happy family was torn apart by an unthinkable tragedy. In A Manual for Heartache she describes how she learnt to live with grief and loss and find joy in the world again. She explores how to cope with life at its most difficult and overwhelming and how we can emerge from suffering forever changed, but filled with hope.This is a moving, warm and uplifting book that offers solidarity and comfort to anyone going through a painful time, whatever it might be. It's a book that will help to soothe an aching heart and assure its readers that they're not alone."

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David Sedaris

ME Talk Pretty One Day

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"Me Talk Pretty One Day" is a collection of essays about the everyday life of the author, David Sedaris. In it, he sheds light on the little details of everyday life, highlighting strange encounters he has had in a number of different contexts. Accordingly, there are too many small interactions laid out in the book to mention here. What’s important to grasp, though, is that Sedaris is interested in exposing not only the absurdities that people overlook in daily life, but also the humor that can be found in even the most mundane situations.

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Deborah Levy

Things I Don't Want to Know

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Imagine delving into the thoughts of a writer who's masterfully intertwining her experience as a woman with the art of writing itself. Levy's narrative invites you on a contemplative and intimate odyssey that’s both enlightening and emotionally nourishing, almost akin to chatting with a wise friend. Her unique perspective is a call to introspection, especially for those drawn to the intricacies of writing and the nuances of a life lived with passionate reflection.

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Anne Lamott

Bird By Bird

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Recommendation: - This book is a must-read for aspiring writers who are feeling overwhelmed by the daunting task of putting words on the page. Anne Lamott's hilarious and heartfelt advice will guide you through the ups and downs of the writing journey, reminding you to take it step by step, bird by bird. Her personal anecdotes and practical tips will inspire you to keep going, even when the task seems insurmountable. Get ready to be motivated, encouraged, and thoroughly entertained as you embark on your own writing adventure with Bird by Bird.

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Ian Fleming

Thrilling Cities

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On November 2nd armed with a sheaf of visas...one suitcase...and my typewriter, I left humdrum London for the thrilling cities of the world...In 1959, Ian Fleming, the creator of James Bond, was commissioned by the Sunday Times to explore fourteen of the world’s most exotic cities. Fleming saw it all with a thriller writer’s eye. From Hong Kong to Honolulu, New York to Naples, he left the bright main streets for the back alleys, abandoning tourist sites in favour of underground haunts, and mingling with celebrities, gangsters and geishas. The result is a series of vivid snapshots of a mysterious, vanished world.

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Meghan Daum

The Unspeakable

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The Unspeakable could be a good read for users who enjoy personal essays that bring a fresh perspective to daily experiences. Through her writing, Meghan Daum dissects our culture's illusions and blind spots while retaining her own joy and compassion. With a mix of piercing insight and funny anecdotes, Daum explores the ups and downs of life and pushes back against false sentimentality. Users who appreciate Nora Ephron's humour and Joan Didion's insight would likely enjoy this book.

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Daniel Simon, Kurt Vonnegut Jr.

A Man Without A Country

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A New York Times BestsellerA Man Without a Country is Kurt Vonnegut’s hilariously funny and razor-sharp look at life ("If I die—God forbid—I would like to go to heaven to ask somebody in charge up there, ‘Hey, what was the good news and what was the bad news?"), art ("To practice any art, no matter how well or badly, is a way to make your soul grow. So do it."), politics ("I asked former Yankees pitcher Jim Bouton what he thought of our great victory over Iraq and he said, ‘Mohammed Ali versus Mr. Rogers.’"), and the condition of the soul of America today ("What has happened to us?").Based on short essays and speeches composed over the last five years and plentifully illustrated with artwork by the author throughout, A Man Without a Country gives us Vonnegut both speaking out with indignation and writing tenderly to his fellow Americans, sometimes joking, at other times hopeless, always searching.

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Italo Calvino, Martin McLaughlin, Michael Wood

Italo Calvino : Letters, 1941-1985 - Updated Edition

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Plus de trois cents lettres choisies d'Italo Calvino dessinent le portrait complexe et attachant, inattendu et captivant de cet écrivain si bien connu et si secret. Les premières missives de la jeunesse, adressées aux parents et aux amis, laissent progressivement la place aux lettres consacrées au métier d'écrire. C'est que Calvino, par son activité d'écrivain, comme à travers sa profession d'éditeur, n'a cessé de s'adresser aux auteurs et artistes de son temps qu'il lisait et qui le lisaient : Pavese, Vittorini, Morante, Ortese, Pasolini, Antonioni, Sciascia, Moravia, Eco, Magris, et bien d'autres. La vie culturelle et littéraire italienne du siècle dernier nous est ainsi offerte dans ses tensions, ses constructions, ses réalisations. Au fil de ces pages, tout en retrouvant l'intelligence aiguisée de Calvino, sa franchise et son humour, on découvre une existence faite de difficultés et de tentatives, mais aussi de réussites et d'acclamations. On suit encore la vie d'un intellectuel engagé, militant du Parti communiste, enthousiaste d'abord, malheureux ensuite, dissident enfin, dont la vie fut portée par une conviction : la littérature compte, intimement, culturellement, politiquement. La littérature, affirmait-il, "c'est la chose en laquelle je crois encore le plus".

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Roald Dahl

My Year

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Recommendation: My Year by Roald Dahl is a charming collection of memories and musings. Dahl's unique perspective and witty writing make this diary a delightful read for fans of his work and those who appreciate a nostalgic glimpse into childhood and nature.

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Barbara Davilman, Liz Doberman

What Was I Thinking? - 58 Bad Boyfriend Stories

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"What Was I Thinking? - 58 Bad Boyfriend Stories" is perfect for those who have had their fair share of bad romantic relationships. This book features relatable experiences from real women who have dealt with everything from bad dates to toxic relationships. The stories are often funny and always authentic, allowing readers to realize that they are not alone in their dating struggles. If you are looking for a book that will make you laugh and help you move on from your past romantic mishaps, this is the book for you.

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Hunter S. Thompson

The Great Shark Hunt : Strange Tales from a Strange Time

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America, with all its warts, lies naked under the laser-like scrutiny of legendary outlaw journalist and brilliant reporter Hunter S. Thompson. Fearlessly, he hurls himself into each assignment, gouges out the truth, then returns with a fresh story no one else on earth could write. From Nixon to napalm, Las Vegas to Watergate, Carter to cocaine, hippies to himself, Thompson's razor-sharp insight and crystal clarity capture the crazy, hypocritical, degenerate, and redeeming aspects of the explosive and colorful '60s and '70s. Thompson is a rebel and an artist, and we are all richer for it."No other reporter reveals how much we have to fear and loathe, yet does it so hilariously."-- Chicago Tribune

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Jeremy Clarkson

CLARKSON ON CARS.

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Jon Stewart

Naked Pictures of Famous People

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Recommendation: Naked Pictures of Famous People is a must-read for those seeking a satirical take on contemporary society. Jon Stewart's unique brand of humor shines through in these irreverent essays that cover a wide range of topics, from fashion to politics. Readers will appreciate how Stewart brilliantly uses humor to expose the absurdities of modern life.

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Jeffrey A. Kottler

The Mummy at the Dining Room Table : Eminent Therapists Reveal Their Most Unusual Cases and What They Teach Us About Human Behavior

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This book provides a unique insight into the world of psychotherapy through real-life stories that engage and surprise readers. The book is perfect for those who are curious about the unconventional and strange behaviors of human beings and want to understand more about how eminent therapists work with their clients. Through reading the book, readers will not only get to know how therapists cure their clients' problems but also how they themselves learn and grow from their experiences.

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Ian Frazier

Great Plains

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The author profiles the storied Great Plains of the American Midwest, relating the history, the lore, and the stories of the current inhabitants of the area

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Richard P. Feynman

The Pleasure of Finding Things Out : The Best Short Works of Richard P. Feynman

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The Pleasure of Finding Things Out is a must-read for anyone interested in science and the world of ideas. Feynman's unique style of explaining complex concepts in simple terms makes this book accessible to a wide range of readers. The collection of interviews, speeches, lectures, and articles provides a fascinating insight into the mind of one of the greatest scientists of the 20th century. So, if you want to discover the joy of scientific exploration and learn about the life of a remarkable scientist, this book is for you!

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Amy Tan

The Opposite of Fate

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This book is a must-read for anyone seeking a deeply personal and moving account of one woman's journey through life. Amy Tan's raw and honest storytelling will captivate you from the very first page. Through her exploration of love, identity, and family, Tan beautifully intertwines the threads of her Chinese heritage with her own experiences as an American. Prepare to be moved, enlightened, and inspired by this unforgettable memoir. So whether you're a fan of Amy Tan's novels or simply a lover of powerful memoirs, "The Opposite of Fate" is sure to leave a lasting impression on your heart.

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Chris Abani

The Face: Cartography Of The Void

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A profound and gorgeously wrought short memoir by acclaimed Nigerian-born author and poet Chris Abani that explores his personal history and complex sense of identity through a meditation on the face.In The Face: Cartography of the Void, acclaimed poet, novelist, and screenwriter Chris Abani has given us a brief memoir that is, in the best tradition of the genre, also an exploration of the very nature of identity. Abani meditates on his own face, beginning with his early childhood that was immersed in the Igbo culture of West Africa. The Face is a lush work of art that teems with original and profound insights into the role of race, culture, and language in fashioning our sense of self. Abani’s writing is poetic, filled with stories, jokes, and reflections that draw readers into his fold; he invites them to explore their own “faces” and the experiences that have shaped them.As Abani so lovingly puts it, this extended essay contemplates “all the people who have touched my face, slapped it, punched it, kissed it, washed it, shaved it. All of that human contact must leave some trace, some of the need and anger that motivated that touch. This face is softened by it all. Made supple by all the wonder it has beheld, all the kindness, all the generosity of life. The Face is a gift to be read, re-read, shared, and treasured, from an author at the height of his artistic powers. Abani directs his gaze both inward and out toward the world around him, creating a self-portrait in which readers will also see their own faces reflected.

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Ben Stiller, Janeane Garofalo

Feel This Book : An Essential Guide to Self-Empowerment, Spiritual Supremacy, and Sexual Satisfaction

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"We are professionals. Though not specifically professionals in the field of 'psychology' or 'psychiatry,' we are both highly paid actors and comedians, and as such know more about neuroses than you could possibly imagine. . . ."If you're tired of following the rules, dating people from Mars and Venus, gorging on chicken soup for your soul, or getting lost on a road less traveled, then it's time you listened to Ben Stiller and Janeane Garofalo, two people who actually sweat the small stuff . . . because, let's face it, if your body doesn't sweat, it dies--much like Ben and Janeane's train wreck of a relationship many years ago. From that experience came wisdom and self-reproachment. Now, in Feel This Book, they tackle the tough - Is love necessary?- How can I make money off my spouse?- Compassion--is it overrated?- Why can't I sleep around and still love you?- How many times have you told your significant other that you would pick up something for dinner on your way home from the office, and next thing you knew you're at an all-night eatery with some hermaphrodite you found on the strip, having eggs and bacon at three in the morning?Through helpful tips, completely fabricated case studies, the six laws of spiritual success, the fourteen by-laws of spiritual awakening, and the twenty-three addendums and sub-laws regarding anything spiritual and successful, Stiller and Garofalo teach such valuable lessons - When it comes to family, grasp onto the blame and don't let go- Make the connection . . . between Deepak and Tupac- Your mother lied; looks are everything, and the sooner you submit and stop denying the inevitable, the happier you will be- And much more!Feel This Book. Let it be your path, your compass, your sensible shoes, your Frappuccino®. It's what self-help was meant to be.

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David Sedaris

Barrel Fever: Stories and Essays

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This book is a delightful rollercoaster ride through the bizarre and hilarious landscape of David Sedaris's mind. With his sharp wit and keen observations, Sedaris effortlessly exposes the ridiculousness of everyday life. Whether he's recounting his adventures as a DIY suburban dad or poking fun at Santa's dark side, Sedaris leaves you laughing and nodding in recognition. Barrel Fever is a perfect pick for anyone seeking a dose of humor and a fresh perspective on the quirks of human behavior.

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Simon Sebag Montefiore

Speeches That Changed the World

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Comprehensively updated with many new speeches including Earl Spencer's lament to 'The extraordinary and irreplaceable Diana', Nikita Khrushchev's secret speech of 1956 signalling the beginning of the end of Stalinist Russia, Patrick Pearse's rousing funeral oration that fanned the flames of the Easter Rising, Kevin Rudd's historic apology to Australia's mistreated Aborigines and Barack Obama's momentous US election night victory speech. Alongside these are the finest war cries of Winston Churchill, Martin Luther King's prophetic 'I have a dream' and 'I've seen the promised land' speeches, the inspiring words of JFK and impassioned pleas from Nelson Mandela - the first at his trial in 1964 and the second on his election as president of South Africa in 1994. In addition are historic speeches from Elizabeth I, Charles I, Oliver Cromwell, George Washington, Napoleon Bonaparte, Abraham Lincoln, Emmeline Pankhurst, Mahatma Gandhi, Vladimir Lenin, Neville Chamberlain, Adolf Hitler, Joseph Stalin, Franklin D. Roosevelt, Charles de Gaulle, General George S. Patton, J Robert Oppenheimer, Mao Zedong, Malcolm X, Richard M. Nixon, Pope John Paul II, Vaclav Havel, Elie Wiesel, Mikhail Gorbachev and many other great historical figures. Speeches that Changed the World presents over 50 momentous and thought-provoking speeches from throughout history. Complete with a potted biography of each speaker, and telling the story of why each oration was significant and what happened as a result, this is a gripping history of the world told through its greatest and most impassioned speeches.

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Tim Allen

Don't Stand Too Close to a Naked Man

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This book is a good read for fans of Tim Allen's comedy and those who enjoy humorous memoirs. It offers unique insights on life and love, and is sure to make readers laugh with Allen's witty writing style and comedic anecdotes. The line drawings add an extra layer of humor to the overall experience.

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Mary Pipher

Writing to Change the World

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Integrating practical instruction with inspiration and reflections, the author of Reviving Ophelia explains how to convey a meaningful message through one's writing, describing the various steps in the writing process--from brainstorming to publishing--as well as the various forms of advocacy writing and practical how-to-advice. 50,000 first printing.

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Kristin van Ogtrop

Just Let Me Lie Down : Necessary Terms for the Half-Insane Working Mom

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Kristin van Ogtrop knows she's lucky-fulfilling career, great husband, three healthy kids, and, depending on the hamster count, an impressive roster of pets. You could also say she's half-insane, but name one working mom who isn't. Using stories and insights from her own life, van Ogtrop offers a lexicon for working moms everywhere. Terms and concepts illustrate the highs (kids who know where their soccer cleats are, coworkers who don't hit "Reply All," dogs who helpfully eat whatever falls from the table) and the lows (getting out of the house in the morning, getting along with everyone at the office, getting willful kids into bed) of balancing work and family. Filled with amusing and resonant observations, JUST LET ME LIE DOWN establishes van Ogtrop as the Erma Bombeck of the new millennium.

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May Sarton

Journal of a Solitude

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In this, her bestselling journal, May Sarton writes with keen observation and emotional courage of both inner and outer worlds: a garden, the seasons, daily life in New Hampshire, books, people, ideas―and throughout everything, her spiritual and artistic journey. "I am here alone for the first time in weeks," May Sarton begins this book, "to take up my 'real' life again at last. That is what is strange―that friends, even passionate love,are not my real life, unless there is time alone in which to explore what is happening or what has happened." In this journal, she says, "I hope to break through into the rough, rocky depths,to the matrix itself. There is violence there and anger never resolved. My need to be alone is balanced against my fear of what will happen when suddenly I enter the huge empty silence if I cannot find support there."In this book, we are closer to the marrow than ever before in May Sarton's writing.

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Nuha Al-Radi

Baghdad Diaries : A Woman's Chronicle of War and Exile

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Baghdad Diaries could be a good read for those who are interested in personal accounts of war and exile. Nuha al-Radi's diary gives a unique perspective on the day-to-day life of ordinary people living in a city under siege, and the struggles of being an Iraqi in exile. The book captures the spirit of endurance and the celebration of life's smallest joys amidst the stress and effects of war.

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Jon Ronson

Out of the Ordinary : True Tales of Everyday Craziness

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Out of the Ordinary is Jon Ronson at his inimitable hilarious, thought-provoking and with an unerring eye for human frailty not least his own.Jon Ronson s subjects have included people who believe that goats can be killed by the power of a really hard stare, and people who believe that the world is ruled by twelve-foot lizard-men. In Out of the Ordinary , a collection of his journalism from the Guardian , he turns his attention to irrational beliefs much closer to home, investigating the ways in which we sometimes manage to convince ourselves that all manner of lunacy makes perfect sense mainstream, domestic, ordinary insanity.Whether he finds himself promising his son that he will be at his side for ever, dressed in a Santa costume, or trying to understand why hundreds of apparently normal people would suddenly start speaking in tongues in a Scout hut in Kidderminster, he demonstrates repeatedly how we all succumb to deeply irrational beliefs that grow to inform our everyday existence.

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Dan Karlan, Jeremy Salter, Allan Lazar

The 101 Most Influential People Who Never Lived - How Characters of Fiction, Myth, Legends, Television, and Movies Have Shaped Our Society, Changed Our Behavior, and Set the Course of History

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Think characters don’t shape history? Think again. This book dives into how fictional legends, from the omnipresent Santa Claus to Buffy, have influenced societal norms and personal ideals. If you’re curious about the intersection of mythology, pop culture, and real-world impact, this unique read is up your alley. It's storytelling and sociology, wrapped up in one compelling narrative – perfect for trivia lovers and culture enthusiasts.

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Robert Fulghum

From Beginning to End : The Rituals of Our Lives

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This book is perfect for someone who values the importance of life's milestones and wants to find meaning in the everyday. Fulghum's anecdotes and insights remind us that even the smallest moments in life deserve recognition and respect. The book's unique feature is its ability to bring together both public and private rituals, showing how they all contribute to the fabric of our lives. Readers will be inspired to appreciate the inherent beauty in their own routines and learn to find joy and fulfillment in each day.

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Audre Lorde, Sonia Sanchez, Jen Keenan

A Burst of Light : and Other Essays

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A great American theorist of race, sexuality, gender, living, and dying, poet and activist Audre Lorde (1934–1992) created a body of work that was ahead of its time in its embrace of intersectionality. Her powerful collection of essays is a call to action for the social justice movement. Discover her inspiring words on intersectionality, lesbian sexuality, African-American identity, self-care and more."Lorde's words — on race, cancer, intersectionality, parenthood, injustice — burn with relevance 25 years after her death." — O, The Oprah MagazineWinner of the 1988 Before Columbus Foundation National Book Award, this path-breaking collection of essays is a clarion call to build communities that nurture our spirit . Lorde announces the need for a radical politics of intersectionality while struggling to maintain her own faith as she wages a battle against liver cancer . From reflections on her struggle with the disease to thoughts on lesbian sexuality and African-American identity in a straight white man's world, Lorde's voice remains enduringly relevant in today's political landscape .Those who practice and encourage social justice activism frequently quote her exhortation , "Caring for myself is not self-indulgence, it is self-preservation, and that is an act of political warfare." In addition to the journal entries of "A Burst of Living with Cancer," this edition includes an interview , " Not About Condemnation," and three essays , "I Am Your Black Women Organizing Across Sexualities," "Apartheid U.S.A.," and "Turning the Beat Lesbian Parenting 1986," as well as a new Foreword by Sonia Sanchez . "You don't read Audre Lorde, you feel her." — Essence"Lorde's timeless prose in this collection provides contemporary social justice warriors the language, strategies, and lessons around resistance, through the power of intersectionality, a Pan-African vision, and — ultimately — through the power of love and radical self-care." — NBC News"When I don't know what to do, I turn to the Lorde." — Alexis Pauline Gumbs, Bitch Media"Whenever my mind is heavy with questions and my heart thirsts for nourishment, I turn to the writing of Audre Lorde. Every time I revisit the words of Audre Lorde, I marvel over how relevant they continue to be." — AfterEllen.com"The self-described black feminist lesbian mother poet used a mixture of prose, theory, poetry, and experience to interrogate oppressions and uplift marginalized communities. She was one of the first black feminists to target heteronormativity, and to encourage black feminists to expand their understanding of erotic pleasure. She amplified anti-oppression, even as breast cancer ravaged her ailing body." — Evette Dionne, Bustle Magazine"This was my first time reading Audre Lorde (finally!) and now I can't wait to devour everything she ever wrote. This was the kind of book that you end up highlighting so many great quotes, words you want to memorize, apply, breathe. Empowering read." — Litsy

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