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A.A. Gill is Further Away - Thryft
A.A. Gill

A.A. Gill is Further Away

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From the moment he joined THE SUNDAY TIMES, A.A. Gill has wanted to interview places - to discover the personality of a place as if it were a person, to listen and talk to it. A selection of the very best pieces that Gill has written over the past five years, A.A. GILL IS FURTHER AWAY is a wonderfully insightful and funny compendium of travel writing taken mostly from THE SUNDAY TIMES, but also from GQ, TATLER and CONDE NAST TRAVELLER. Gill writes with a clarity and acerbity that conveys the intensity of his experiences in his travels around the world. His book includes essays on Sudan, India, Cuba, Germany and California. In each piece, there is a central image Gill uses as the key to unlocking the personality of a place.

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Ill Nature - Rants And Reflections On Humanity And Other Animals - Thryft
Joy Williams

Ill Nature - Rants And Reflections On Humanity And Other Animals

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Most of us watch with mild concern the fast-disappearing wild spaces or the recurrence of pollution-related crises such as oil spills, toxic blooms in fertilizer-enriched forests, and violence both home and abroad. Joy Williams does more than watch. In this collection of condemnations and love letters, revelations and cries for help, she brings to light the price of complacency with scathing wit and unexpected humor. Sounding the alarm over the disconnection from the natural world that our consumer culture has created, she takes on subjects as varied as the culling of elephants, electron-probed chimpanzees, vanishing wetlands, and the determination of American women to reproduce at any cost. Controversial, opinionated, at times exceptionally moving, Ill Nature is a clarion call for us to step out of our cars and cubicles, and do something to save our natural legacy.

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The Ongoing Moment - Thryft
Geoff Dyer

The Ongoing Moment

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The Ongoing Moment is a must-read for photography enthusiasts. Geoff Dyer's insightful narrative delves into the signature styles of various iconic photographers like Alfred Stieglitz and Diane Arbus, and how they captured everyday objects in unique and fascinating ways. Dyer's storytelling ability breathes life into the photographs, transporting the reader to the time and place where each image was created, making it a fascinating and engaging read.

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Chicken Soup for the Teenage Soul : 101 Stories of Life, Love and Learning - Thryft
Jack Canfield, Kimberly Kirberger, Mark Victor Hansen

Chicken Soup for the Teenage Soul : 101 Stories of Life, Love and Learning

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Recommended for teens seeking inspiration and guidance. The book covers stories that focus on love, friendship, self-respect, and belief in the future. Readers will appreciate the valuable life lessons learned from each story.

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Modern Manners : An Etiquette Book for Rude People - Thryft
P.J. O'Rourke

Modern Manners : An Etiquette Book for Rude People

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In Modern Manners cultural guru P. J. O'Rourke provides the essential accessory for the truly contemporary man or woman-a rulebook for living in a world without rules.Traditionally, good manners were a means of becoming as bland and invisible as everyone else, and thus of avoiding calling attention to one's own awkwardness and stupidity. Today, with everyone wanting to appear special, stupidity is at a premium and manners-as outrageous and bizarre as possible-are a wonderful way to distinguish ourselves, or have a fine time trying.Modern Manners is an irreverent and hilarious guide to anti-etiquette that offers pointed advice on a range of topics from sex and entertaining to reading habits and death. With the most up-to-date forms of vulgarity, churlishness, and presumption, the latest fashions in discourtesy and barbarous display, P. J. O'Rourke makes it easier for all of us to survive with style in a rude world.

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Visiting Mrs. Nabokov And Other Excursions - Thryft
Martin Amis

Visiting Mrs. Nabokov And Other Excursions

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If you're intrigued by a writer's eye-view into the literary and cultural icons of a time, "Visiting Mrs. Nabokov And Other Excursions" could be right up your alley. Martin Amis isn't just another observer; he has the knack for cutting right to the heart of his subjects with wit and biting clarity. It’s a ringside seat to the minds and times of influential characters through a series of vivacious essays.

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The Portable MLIS : Insights from the Experts - Thryft
Brooke E. Sheldon, Ken Haycock

The Portable MLIS : Insights from the Experts

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The Portable MLIS provides a comprehensive introduction to the competencies required for professional librarianship, making it a valuable resource for both new students and those in the field looking to update their knowledge. The book covers a range of areas including information organization, reference services, and collection development, with insights from experts in each field. It is a must-read for anyone interested in pursuing a career in library science or for those who want to gain a better understanding of the profession.

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Barrel Fever: Stories and Essays - Thryft
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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Encyclopedia Of An Ordinary Life - Thryft
Amy Krouse Rosenthal

Encyclopedia Of An Ordinary Life

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The "Encyclopedia Of An Ordinary Life" is a heartwarming memoir by Amy Krouse Rosenthal that captures the beauty of life's seemingly mundane moments. The format of an encyclopedia makes it an easy and engaging read, perfect for someone who wants a light and entertaining book while still having a deep and meaningful takeaway. This book is perfect for anyone who wants to be reminded of the valuable lessons hidden in life's ordinary experiences.

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Crises of the Republic - Thryft
Hannah Arendt

Crises of the Republic

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"Crises of the Republic" is a must-read for those interested in politics and philosophy. Hannah Arendt's unique perspective offers insights into the challenges faced by American democracy during the turbulent 1960s and 1970s. Arendt's expertise as a political philosopher shines through, making this book an essential read for anyone looking to deepen their understanding of American politics.

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A Company of Readers; Uncollected Writings of W.H. Auden, Jacques Barzun, and Lionel Trilling : From the Readers' Subscription and Mid-Century Book Clubs - Thryft
Arthur Krystal, Jacques Barzun

A Company of Readers; Uncollected Writings of W.H. Auden, Jacques Barzun, and Lionel Trilling : From the Readers' Subscription and Mid-Century Book Clubs

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An anthology of essays, criticism, and reviews, unpublished for fifty years, includes a selection of writings by W. H. Auden, Jacques Barzun, and Lionel Trilling from the publications of The Reader's Subscription Book Club and the The Mid-Century Book Society, including Trilling's thoughts on The Wind in the Willows, Auden on drugs and cooking, and Barzun on the work of Robert Lowell. 17,500 first printing.

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Never Hit A Jellyfish With A Spade - How To Survive Life's Smaller Challenges - Thryft
Guy Browning

Never Hit A Jellyfish With A Spade - How To Survive Life's Smaller Challenges

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The big things in life look after themselves. Birth, love, death - they're all terrifically exciting but they happen whether we like it or not. It's the little things in life that cause the most trouble. How do you deal with the million and one everyday challenges? Help is at hand. For the first time you can get intelligent practical tuition on the level you need it. The trivial level. After years of exploring the small pockets in life's backpack in his celebrated 'How to' column in the Weekend Guardian, Guy Browning has the rules that can help you move safely and effortlessly through the micro-chicanes on life's byways, including: Should you cross your bridge when someone else is burning it? In a monogamous relationship is it morally acceptable to tuck your side of the duvet in? What's the clearest way of giving directions to a place you've never heard of? What is the best way of establishing a queue when you are the first person in it? In breaststroke what do you do with your head when it's underwater?

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What I Know Now : Letters to My Younger Self - Thryft
Ellyn Spragins

What I Know Now : Letters to My Younger Self

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If you could send a letter back through time to your younger self, what would the letter say?In this moving collection, forty-one famous women write letters to the women they once were, filled with advice and insights they wish they had had when they were younger.Today show correspondent Ann Curry writes to herself as a rookie reporter in her first job, telling herself not to change so much to fit in, urging her young self, "It is time to be bold about who you really are." Country music superstar Lee Ann Womack reflects on the stressed-out year spent recording her first album and encourages her younger self to enjoy the moment, not just the end result. "Your hair matters far, far less than you think," is the wry advice that begins the letter bestselling mystery writer Lisa Scottoline pens to her twenty-year old self. And Maya Angelou, leaving home at seventeen with a newborn baby in her arms, assures herself she will succeed on her own, even if she does return home every now and then.These remarkable women are joined by Madeleine Albright, Queen Noor of Jordan, Cokie Roberts, Naomi Wolf, Eileen Fisher, Jane Kaczmarek, Olympia Dukakis, Macy Gray, and many others. Their letters contain rare glimpses into the personal lives of extraordinary women and powerful wisdom that readers will treasure.Wisdom from What I Know Now"Don't let anybody raise you. You've been raised." -Maya Angelou"Try more things. Cross more lines." -Breena Clarke"Learn how to celebrate." -Olympia Dukakis"You don't have to be afraid of living alone." -Eileen Fisher"Please yourself first...everything else follows." -Macy Gray"Don't be so quick to dismiss another human being." -Barbara Boxer"Work should not be work." -Mary Matalin"You can leave the work world--and come back on your own terms." -Cokie Roberts"Laundry will wait very patiently." -Nora Roberts"Your hair matters far, far less than you think" -Lisa Scottoline"Speak the truth but ride a fast horse." -Kitty Kelley

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Age of Kali: Travels and Encounters in India - Thryft
William Dalrymple

Age of Kali: Travels and Encounters in India

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If you're someone drawn to the intricacies of culture and history, "Age of Kali" is a compelling ticket to the heart of the Indian subcontinent's turmoil and beauty. William Dalrymple masterfully intertwines the personal with the political, guiding you through landscapes few outsiders witness. This isn't just travel writing; it's an intimate diary from the edge of modernity and tradition.

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What If? : Military Historians Imagine What Might Have Been - Thryft
John Keegan, Stephen E. Ambrose, Robert Cowley

What If? : Military Historians Imagine What Might Have Been

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What If? is a collection of counterfactual essays concentrating on some of the most intriguing military turning points of the last 3,000 years. Twenty celebrated historians, including Alistair Horne and John Keegan, have come together to produce a group of essays that enhance our current understanding of these decisive events.Where might we be if history had not unfolded the way it did? Why, how and when was our future determined? The answers are surprising, sometimes alarming and always entertaining.

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Every Time I Find the Meaning of Life, They Change It : Wisdom of the Great Philosophers on How to Live - Thryft
Daniel Klein

Every Time I Find the Meaning of Life, They Change It : Wisdom of the Great Philosophers on How to Live

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A humorous and philosophical trip through life, from the New York Times–bestselling coauthor of Plato and a Platypus Walk into a Bar . . . Daniel Klein’s fans have fallen in love with the warm, humorous, and thoughtful way he shows how philosophy resonates in everyday life. Readers of his popular books Plato and a Platypus Walk into a Bar . . . and Travels with Epicurus come for enlightenment and stay for the entertainment.As a young college student studying philosophy, Klein filled a notebook with short quotes from the world’s greatest thinkers, hoping to find some guidance on how to live the best life he could. Now, from the vantage point of his eighth decade, Klein revisits the wisdom he relished in his youth with this collection of philosophical gems, adding new ones that strike a chord with him at the end of his life. From Epicurus to Emerson and Camus to the theologian Reinhold Niebuhr—whose words provided the title of this book—each pithy extract is annotated with Klein’s inimitable charm and insights. In these pages, our favorite jokester–philosopher tackles life’s biggest questions, leaving us chuckling and enlightened.

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Ask: Building Consent Culture - Thryft
Carol Queen, Kitty Stryker, Laurie Penny

Ask: Building Consent Culture

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If you've ever been intrigued by the complexities of consent beyond just the basics, "Ask" is a thought-provoking exploration you shouldn't miss. Kitty Stryker's anthology delves into how consent intertwines with power dynamics in various aspects of everyday life. Engaging with this text could alter your perception of personal boundaries and social interactions.

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The Argumentative Indian: Writings on Indian History, Culture and Identity - Thryft
Amartya Sen

The Argumentative Indian: Writings on Indian History, Culture and Identity

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The Argumentative Indian is a must-read for anyone interested in Indian history, culture, and identity. Amartya Sen's intellectual and political analysis provides a unique perspective on the country's diverse and complex issues, including Hindu traditions, social and economic disparities, and its role in the world. Sen's emphasis on the importance of India's argumentative tradition for the success of its democracy and secular politics is a standout feature of the book. Overall, this book is highly recommended for those seeking a deeper understanding of India.

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Modern French Poets: Selections With Translations
New
Wallace Fowlie

Modern French Poets: Selections With Translations

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If you relish the blend of language and art, this book is a treasure you can't let slip by. It's a stroll through the beautiful garden of French poetry with the aid of thoughtful English translations by your side—a perfect companion for both the lover of poetry and the student of language.

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The Photograph As Contemporary Art - Thryft
Charlotte Cotton

The Photograph As Contemporary Art

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Recommended for photography enthusiasts & art students. Covers types of contemporary photography with detailed artist profiles and explanations.

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By the Seat of My Pants - Thryft
Lonely Planet, Don George

By the Seat of My Pants

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Lonely Planet: The world's leading travel guide publisherHumorous tales of travel and misadventure.Lonely Planet knows that some of life's funniest experiences happen on the road. Whether they take the form of unexpected detours, unintended adventures, unidentifiable dinners or unforgettable encounters, they can give birth to our most found travel lessons, and our most memorable - and hilarious - travel stories.These 31 globegirdling tales that run the gamut from close-encounter safaris to loss-of-face follies, hair-raising rides to culture-leaping brides, eccentric expats to mind-boggling repasts, wrong roads taken to agreements mistaken. The collection brings together some of the world's most renowned travellers and storytellers with previously unpublished writers.Includes stories by Wickam Boyle, Tim Cahill, Joshua Clark, Sean Condon, Chistopher R.Cox, David Downie, Holly Erikson, Bill Fink, Don George, Karl Taro Greenfeld, Jeff Grenwald, Pico Iyer, Amanda Jones, Kathie Kertesz, Doug Lansky, Alexander Ludwick, Linda Watanabe McFerrin, Jan Morris, Brooke Neill, Rolf Potts, Laura Resau, Michelle Richmond, Alana Semuels, Deborah Steg, Judy Tierney, Edwin Tucker, Jeff Vize, Danny Wallace, Kelly Watton, Simon Wichester, Michelle WittonAbout Lonely Planet: Started in 1973, Lonely Planet has become the world's leading travel guide publisher with guidebooks to every destination on the planet, as well as an award-winning website, a suite of mobile and digital travel products, and a dedicated traveller community. Lonely Planet's mission is to enable curious travellers to experience the world and to truly get to the heart of the places where they travel.TripAdvisor Travellers' Choice Awards 2012 and 2013 winner in Favorite Travel Guide category'Lonely Planet guides are, quite simply, like no other.' - New York Times'Lonely Planet. It's on everyone's bookshelves; it's in every traveller's hands. It's on mobile phones. It's on the Internet. It's everywhere, and it's telling entire generations of people how to travel the world.' - Fairfax Media (Australia) *#1 in the world market share - source: Nielsen Bookscan. Australia, UK and USA. March 2012-January 2013

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Great Plains - Thryft
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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The Double Flame: Essays on Love and Eroticism - Thryft
Octavio Paz

The Double Flame: Essays on Love and Eroticism

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If you're fascinated by the more profound aspects of love, Octavio Paz's "The Double Flame" delves into the nuanced relationship between eroticism, sex, and love with the finesse of a poet. It's a thought-provoking read that deepens our understanding of these powerful human experiences, especially if you appreciate the intersection of philosophical thought and literary analysis. This could offer you a fresh perspective on themes that are as old as humanity itself.

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Monogamy - Thryft
Adam Phillips

Monogamy

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Recommendation: - A fascinating and thought-provoking exploration of the paradoxes and complexities of monogamy. This book delves into the societal expectations and struggles surrounding the concept of staying faithful to one person, challenging the notion of monogamy as the foundation of family values. Adam Phillips boldly questions why we believe in monogamy and why it is so difficult to think about. If you're curious about the depths of human relationships and society's obsession with monogamy, this book is a must-read.

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The Opposite of Fate - Thryft
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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A Burst of Light : and Other Essays - Thryft
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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The Other Side of History : A Unique View of Momentous Events from the Last 60 Years - Thryft
Simon Maier

The Other Side of History : A Unique View of Momentous Events from the Last 60 Years

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The Other Side of History is a must-read book for history enthusiasts who want to delve deep into the stories we thought we knew a lot about, and uncover the unexplored details behind them. The unique blend of fact and fiction gives the reader an immersive experience, and Simon Maier's witty and sharp narration makes for an enjoyable read. The author takes the reader behind the scenes and infuses the biggest events with insight, precision, and warmth, allowing us to see them from a fresh perspective. Overall, this book is highly recommended for anyone interested in exploring the unseen stories of historical events.

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Be Awesome : Modern Life for Modern Ladies - Thryft
Hadley Freeman

Be Awesome : Modern Life for Modern Ladies

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Hadley Freeman, Guardian features writer and author of the popular 'Ask Hadley' column, presents the modern lady with twenty-three essays that remind us to 'Be Awesome'.

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Do the Movies Have a Future? - Thryft
David Denby

Do the Movies Have a Future?

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Do the Movies Have a Future? offers a unique perspective on the state of cinema in the modern world. David Denby's insightful analysis of the industry will appeal to film enthusiasts who are looking for a critical evaluation of the changing nature of cinema. The book celebrates the art of cinema and its enduring impact on our culture while also providing a realistic assessment of its future in a rapidly changing landscape.

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The Age of Movies: Selected Writings - Thryft
Sanford Schwartz, Pauline Kael

The Age of Movies: Selected Writings

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This book is a treasure trove for movie lovers, as it encompasses decades of film criticism from the legendary Pauline Kael. With her unparalleled ability to capture the essence of a film, Kael takes readers on a journey through iconic movies like Breathless, Bonnie and Clyde, and The Godfather. Her witty and opinionated prose style makes each review an entertaining and enlightening experience, offering invaluable insights into the art of cinema. For anyone seeking to expand their knowledge and appreciation of film, The Age of Movies is an absolute must-read. So grab some popcorn, sit back, and enjoy the masterful observations and spirited debates that await you in these pages.

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Cinema I - Thryft
Professor Gilles Deleuze

Cinema I

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This book is perfect for cinema lovers who want to delve into the philosophical aspect of the medium. Deleuze's analysis of 'image movement' and notable references with filmmakers such as Griffith, Cassavetes, and Eisenstein provide critical insight into cinema as an art form.

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Mythologies - Thryft
Roland Barthes, Annette Lavers

Mythologies

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If you find delight in unraveling the complex tapestry of culture and everyday objects, "Mythologies" by Roland Barthes will intrigue you. It offers a series of sharp, revealing critiques that unwrap the layered meanings in the mundane, exposing the 'myths' that govern our perception. It's like a treasure hunt through cultural phenomena, where every discovery sheds light on how deeply entrenched and 'naturalized' our social constructs are.

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Previous Convictions : Assignments from Here and There - Thryft
A.A. Gill

Previous Convictions : Assignments from Here and There

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A.A. Gill's essays offer hilarious and thoughtful anecdotes of his travels around the world. While critical of customs and traditions, Gill's sense of humor and insatiable curiosity make for a thoroughly entertaining read. Recommended for anyone seeking a comical and insightful foray into travel writing.

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Paris : The Collected Traveler--An Inspired Companion Guide - Thryft
Barrie Kerper

Paris : The Collected Traveler--An Inspired Companion Guide

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This guide is perfect for travelers who want to experience Paris beyond just the regular tourist attractions. With its wide range of articles, interviews, recommendations, and information, this guide provides a unique insight into the city, its language, culture, history, and its hidden gems. The inclusion of enticing recommendations for further reading, excursions, and an A-Z Miscellany make it a perfect companion for travelers who want to explore Paris in depth.

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The Complete Polysyllabic Spree - Thryft
Nick Hornby

The Complete Polysyllabic Spree

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Recommended for book lovers and Hornby fans. The book offers diverse, humorous and sometimes unconventional takes on books. It is not only an insightful peek into the mind of one of the celebrated authors of contemporary times, but also a source of great recommendations for books that readers might have not explored yet.

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Uses of Adversity : Essays on the Fate of Central Europe - Thryft
Timothy Garton Ash

Uses of Adversity : Essays on the Fate of Central Europe

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Ten years ago Timothy Garton Ash came to East Berlin to find out from the archives what the Berliners had done under Hitler. Instead he found out - from the streets - what the Berliners were doing under Honecker. He observed the 'elections’; interviewed the local party members and talked into the night with an actor ('Dr Faust') who also worked for the State Security Service. He wrote about what he saw - in German - and the authorities protested. When he tried to return to East Berlin, he was turned back. He went to Poland and wrote a history of Solidarity. It was translated into Polish and became an underground bestseller. He was blacklisted at the frontier. He went to Prague to attend a Charter 77 meeting, but was met instead by the secret police. His reputation now seems to arrive before him. Ten years ago Timothy Garton Ash began to discover Central Europe. 'The Uses of Adversity' records what he found.

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Other Colors - Essays And A Story - Thryft
Orhan Pamuk

Other Colors - Essays And A Story

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Other Colors could be a good read for those who are fans of Orhan Pamuk's works and are interested in his personal thoughts on a variety of topics. The essays in this book offer a unique glimpse into his writing process, relationships, and perspectives on different cultures. Readers may appreciate the nuanced and reflective nature of Pamuk's writing, which encourages introspection and contemplation.

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Gravity and Grace - Thryft
Emma Crawford, Gustave Thibon, Simone Weil

Gravity and Grace

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This book is a spiritual treasure that will captivate and nourish your soul. Simone Weil's remarkable writings offer profound insights and guidance for those seeking a deeper understanding of the spiritual life. From her thoughts on gravity and grace to a controversial chapter on Israel, this landmark work is a must-read for anyone with a serious interest in exploring the depths of their soul. Prepare to be enlightened and enriched by Weil's extraordinary wisdom.

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Encyclopedia of the Exquisite : An Anecdotal History of Elegant Delights - Thryft
Jessica Kerwin Jenkins

Encyclopedia of the Exquisite : An Anecdotal History of Elegant Delights

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Encyclopedia of the Exquisite is a lifestyle guide for the Francophile and the Anglomaniac, the gourmet and the style maven, the armchair traveler and the art lover. It’s an homage to the esoteric world of glamour that doesn’t require much spending but makes us feel rich.Taking a cue from the exotic encyclopedias of the sixteenth century, which brimmed with mysterious artifacts, Jessica Kerwin Jenkins’s Encyclopedia of the Exquisite focuses on the elegant, the rare, the commonplace, and the delightful. A com­pendium of style, it merges whimsy and practicality, traipsing through the fine arts and the worlds of fashion, food, travel, home, garden, and beauty.Each entry features several engaging anecdotes, illuminating the curious past of each enduring source of beauty. Subjects covered include the explosive history of champagne; the art of lounging on a divan; the emergence of “frillies,” the first lacy, racy lingerie; the ancient uses of sweet-smelling saffron; the wild riot incited by the appearance of London’s first top hat; Julia Child’s tip for cooking the perfect omelet; the polarizing practice of wearing red lipstick during World War II; Louis XIV’s fondness for the luscious Bartlett pear; the Indian origin of badminton; Parliament’s 1650 attempt to suppress Europe’s beauty mark fad; the evolution of the Japanese kimono; the pil­grimage of Central Park’s Egyptian obelisk; and the fanciful thrill of dining alfresco.Cleverly illustrated, Encyclopedia of the Exquisite is an ode to life’s plenty, from the extravagant to the eccentric. It is a cele­bration of luxury that doesn’t necessarily require money.

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Training of the American Actor - Thryft
Carol Rosenfeld, Arthur Bartow, Anna Strasberg

Training of the American Actor

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If you're an actor seeking to refine your craft or simply love the art of acting, "Training of the American Actor" could provide you with invaluable insights. It speaks to the constant evolution of acting techniques, offering a glimpse into the teachings of legendary figures like Lee Strasberg and Stella Adler. It's more than a manual; it's a historical journey through the transformative methods that have shaped American theater and film. Whether you're looking to explore different acting methodologies or deepen your understanding of the discipline, this study is a rich resource that connects theory with practice.

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Picture Theory : Essays on Verbal and Visual Representation - Thryft
W.J. Thomas Mitchell

Picture Theory : Essays on Verbal and Visual Representation

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This book delves into the complexities of visual representation and its impact on culture, consciousness, and politics. With a focus on movies like Spike Lee's "Do the Right Thing" and Oliver Stone's "JFK," the author examines how images can provoke public debate or fuel political violence, making it an essential read for those interested in media and cultural studies. The book proposes a "picture theory" that offers a new perspective on the interplay between the visual and the readable, providing valuable insights into the unique power of images.

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Oranges - Thryft
John McPhee

Oranges

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A classic of reportage, Oranges was first conceived as a short magazine article about oranges and orange juice, but the author kept encountering so much irresistible information that he eventually found that he had in fact written a book. It contains sketches of orange growers, orange botanists, orange pickers, orange packers, early settlers on Florida's Indian River, the first orange barons, modern concentrate makers, and a fascinating profile of Ben Hill Griffin of Frostproof, Florida who may be the last of the individual orange barons. McPhee's astonishing book has an almost narrative progression, is immensely readable, and is frequently amusing. Louis XIV hung tapestries of oranges in the halls of Versailles, because oranges and orange trees were the symbols of his nature and his reign. This book, in a sense, is a tapestry of oranges, too―with elements in it that range from the great orangeries of European monarchs to a custom of people in the modern Caribbean who split oranges and clean floors with them, one half in each hand.

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The Divine Within : Selected Writings on Enlightenment - Thryft
Huston Smith, Aldous Huxley

The Divine Within : Selected Writings on Enlightenment

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This book is an excellent read for those interested in understanding the concept of enlightenment and the true nature of divinity. Aldous Huxley's writings provide insightful discussions that explore the spiritual essence of human society. The book’s relevance and prophetic nature give it value for readers trying to satisfy their spiritual hunger; its thought-provoking essays are surely to leave readers indulged in self-reflection and deeper thinking.

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Making Sense Of Japanese: What The Textbooks Don't Tell You - Thryft
Jay Rubin

Making Sense Of Japanese: What The Textbooks Don't Tell You

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Making Sense of Japanese is the fruit of one foolhardy American's thirty-year struggle to learn and teach the Language of the Infinite. Previously known as Gone Fishin', this book has brought Jay Rubin more feedback than any of his literary translations or scholarly tomes, "even if," he says, "you discount the hate mail from spin-casters and the stray gill-netter."To convey his conviction that "the Japanese language is not vague," Rubin has dared to explain how some of the most challenging Japanese grammatical forms work in terms of everyday English. Reached recently at a recuperative center in the hills north of Kyoto, Rubin declared, "I'm still pretty sure that Japanese is not vague. Or at least, it's not as vague as it used to be. Probably."The notorious "subjectless sentence" of Japanese comes under close scrutiny in Part One. A sentence can't be a sentence without a subject, so even in cases where the subject seems to be lost or hiding, the author provides the tools to help you find it. Some attention is paid as well to the rest of the sentence, known technically to grammarians as "the rest of the sentence."Part Two tackles a number of expressions that have baffled students of Japanese over the decades, and concludes with Rubin's patented technique of analyzing upside-down Japanese sentences right-side up, which, he claims, is "far more restful" than the traditional way, inside-out."The scholar," according to the great Japanese novelist Soseki Natsume, is "one who specializes in making the comprehensible incomprehensible." Despite his best scholarly efforts, Rubin seems to have done just the opposite.Previously published in the Power Japanese series under the same title and originally as Gone Fishin' in the same series.

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Our World - Thryft
Mary Oliver, Molly Malone Cook

Our World

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If you're drawn to the confluence of poignant photography and introspective poetry, "Our World" will touch your soul. Mary Oliver's tender prose blends seamlessly with Molly Malone Cook's evocative images, offering a glimpse into their personal and creative realms. This book isn't just a read; it's an experience—a celebration of art, companionship, and the deeply interwoven tapestry of two lives well-lived.

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Incendiary Circumstances : A Chronicle of the Turmoil of Our Times - Thryft
Amitav Ghosh

Incendiary Circumstances : A Chronicle of the Turmoil of Our Times

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"An uncannily honest writer." — New York Times Book ReviewThe novelist and journalist Amitav Ghosh has offered extraordinary firsthand accounts of pivotal world events over the past twenty years. He is an essential voice in forums like The Nation , the New York Times , the New Republic , Granta , and The New Yorker.   Incendiary Circumstances brings together the finest of these pieces for the first time—including many never before published in the States—in a compelling chronicle of the turmoil of our times. Incendiary Circumstances begins with Ghosh’s arrival in the Andaman and Nicobar islands just days after the devastation of the 2005 tsunami. We then travel back to September 11, 2001, as Ghosh retrieves his young daughter from school, sick with the knowledge that she must witness the kind of firestorm that has been in the background of his everyday life since childhood. With a prescience born of experience, Ghosh warned decades ago of the dangerous rise of religious extremism. In his travels he has stood on an icy mountaintop on the contested border between India and Pakistan, interviewed Pol Pot’s sister-in-law in Cambodia, shared the elation of Egyptians when Naguib Mahfouz won the Nobel Prize, and stood with his threatened Sikh neighbors through the riots following Indira Gandhi's assassination. With intelligence and authentic sympathy, he "illuminates the human drama behind the headlines" ( Publishers Weekly ). Incendiary Circumstances is unparalleled testimony of an era defined by the ravages of politics and nature.Amitav Ghosh is acclaimed for his political journalism and his travel writing. The New York Times Book Review called his travelogue, In An Antique Land , "remarkable . . . rivals anything by the masters of social realism in modern Egyptian literature." He is also the best-selling author of four novels, including The Hungry Tide and The Glass Palace , which has been published in eighteen foreign editions. Ghosh has won France's prestigious Prix Medici Etranger, India's Sahitya Akademi Award, the Arthur C. Clarke Award, and a Pushcart Prize. Educated in South Asia, the Middle East, and the United Kingdom, Ghosh holds a doctorate in social anthropology from Oxford. He divides his time between Harvard University, where he is a visiting professor, and his homes in Kolkata, India, and Brooklyn, New York.Praise for Incendiary Circumstances"This absorbing collection of essays by the novelist, journalist, and travel writer Ghosh . . . covers some two decades of catastrophe and upheaval, from sectarian violence in his native India during the 1980s through the September 11 attacks . . . to the recent Indian Ocean tsunami. With an eye for evocative detail, he illuminates the human dramas behind the the plight of tsunami refugees trying to rebuild their lives and finances after every bank record and piece of ID is lost to the waves; the courage of ordinary Indians protecting their Sikh neighbors from rampaging Hindu mobs . . . He is equally engaging when he turns from current affairs to literary essays on, say, the international culture of novel reading or the Kashmiri poet Agha Shahid Ali. Written in luminous prose with unusual understanding . . . an insightful look at a chaotic world."— Publishers Weekly Starred ReviewPraise for Amitav Ghosh"Ghosh is adept at delineating the complicated crosscurrents of emerging national independence movements. He is even more impressive at portraying the different ways in which individuals react to the turmoil, hardship, and disorientation wrought by war.”— Wall Street Journal"A wonderful hybrid of travel writing, reporting, historical analysis, and memoir – in other words, the kind of piece [Ghosh] writes better than almost anyone else.”— Washington Times

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Longitudes & Attitudes: Exploring the World After September 11 - Thryft
Thomas L. Friedman

Longitudes & Attitudes: Exploring the World After September 11

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The book provides a unique commentary on the events that led up to and followed 9/11. It captures the raw emotions and reactions that many people experienced during that time, making it an insightful read for anyone seeking a better understanding of the post-9/11 world. Friedman's deep understanding of the international scene also allows him to contextualize the events in a way that is easy for readers to comprehend. Overall, the book is highly recommended for those interested in gaining a comprehensive understanding of the impact of 9/11 on the world.

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Juvenescence : A Cultural History of Our Age - Thryft
Robert Pogue Harrison

Juvenescence : A Cultural History of Our Age

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How old are you?  The more thought you bring to bear on the question, the harder it is to answer.  For we age simultaneously in different ways: biologically, psychologically, socially. And we age within the larger framework of a culture, in the midst of a history that predates us and will outlast us. Looked at through that lens, many aspects of late modernity would suggest that we are older than ever, but Robert Pogue Harrison argues that we are also getting startlingly younger―in looks, mentality, and behavior. We live, he says, in an age of juvenescence. Like all of Robert Pogue Harrison's books, Juvenescence ranges brilliantly across cultures and history, tracing the ways that the spirits of youth and age have inflected each other from antiquity to the present. Drawing on the scientific concept of neotony, or the retention of juvenile characteristics through adulthood, and extending it into the cultural realm, Harrison argues that youth is essential for culture’s innovative drive and flashes of genius. At the same time, however, youth―which Harrison sees as more protracted than ever―is a luxury that requires the stability and wisdom of our elders and the institutions. “While genius liberates the novelties of the future,” Harrison writes, “wisdom inherits the legacies of the past, renewing them in the process of handing them down.” A heady, deeply learned excursion, rich with ideas and insights, Juvenescence could only have been written by Robert Pogue Harrison. No reader who has wondered at our culture's obsession with youth should miss it.

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Glass, Paper, Beans - Revelations On The Nature And Value Of Ordinary Things - Thryft
Leah Hager Cohen

Glass, Paper, Beans - Revelations On The Nature And Value Of Ordinary Things

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Glass, Paper, Beans is a must-read for those interested in exploring the hidden stories behind everyday objects. Leah Hager Cohen takes readers on a journey, tracing the origins and manufacturing processes of glass, paper, and beans, and reflects on their personal and global significance. This book will make you look at the things around you in a new light, and appreciate the complexity and interconnectedness of the world we live in.

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The Discomfort Zone - A Personal History - Thryft
Jonathan Franzen

The Discomfort Zone - A Personal History

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Recommended because it offers a heartfelt account of growing up in a Christian family in Missouri. This book is for readers who enjoy candid memoirs that explore the complex nature of one's growth and development. Franzen's writing style immerses readers in his world, making it easy to empathize with his experiences and struggles.

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