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What do readers say about Kafka on the Shore?
simple, compelling, and multi-layered part allegory, part fantasy patented magical realism hoshino's character progressionKafka on the Shore displays one of the world's great storytellers at the peak of his powers.
Here we meet a teenage boy, Kafka Tamura, who is on the run, and Nakata, an aging simpleton who is drawn to Kafka for reasons that he cannot fathom. As their... Read more about Kafka on the Shore
Cash isn't the only thing I take from my father's study when I leave home. I take a small, old gold lighter—I like the design and feel of it—and a folding knife with a really sharp blade. Made to skin...
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What do readers say about Atonement?
depth and character analysis concise, yet descriptive virginia woolf-like style meetings and partingsNational Bestseller
Ian McEwan's symphonic novel of love and war, childhood and class, guilt and forgiveness provides all the satisfaction of a brilliant narrative and the provocation we have come to expect from this master of English prose.
THE PLAY—for which Briony had designed the posters, programs and tickets, constructed the sales booth out of a folding screen tipped on its side, and lined the collection box in red crêpe paper—was wr...
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What do readers say about Atomic Habits?
relatable and straightforward more background, less repetition a self help book non-biased definition of habitsThe #1 New York Times bestseller. Over 2 million copies sold!
Tiny Changes, Remarkable Results
No matter your goals, Atomic Habits offers a proven framework for improving-every day. James Clear, one of the world's leading experts on habit formation, ... Read more about Atomic Habits
Imagine two people resisting a cigarette. When offered a smoke, the first person says, “No thanks. I’m trying to quit.” It sounds like a reasonable response, but this person still believes they are a ...
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What do readers say about Guns, Germs, and Steel?
smooth and articulate informative and thought-provoking widely read and popular straight forward argumentWhy did Eurasians conquer, displace, or decimate Native Americans, Australians, and Africans, instead of the reverse? Evolutionary biologist Jared Diamond stunningly dismantles racially based theories of human history by revealing the environmental f... Read more about Guns, Germs, and Steel
ASUITABLE STARTING POINT FROM WHICH TO COMPARE historical developments on the different continents is around 11,000 B.C.* This date corresponds approximately to the beginnings of village life in a few...
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What do readers say about How to Win Friends and Influence People?
straightforward and honest basic people skills interpersonal communication skills simple straight forwad styleYou can go after the job you want-and get it!
You can take the job you have-and improve it!
You can take any situation-and make it work for you!
Dale Carnegie's rock-solid, time-tested advice has carried countless people up the ladder of success in... Read more about How to Win Friends and Influence People
On May 7, 1931, the most sensational manhunt New York City had ever known had come to its climax. After weeks of search, “Two Gun” Crowley—the killer, the gunman who didn’t smoke or drink—was at bay, ...
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What do readers say about A Heart So White?
light on a spiderweb looping, reflective style a smart detective story a constructed novelWinner of the IMPAC Dublin Award, and widely considered Javier Marías's masterpiece, A Heart So White is a breathtaking novel about family secrets that chronicles the relentless power of the past.
Juan knows little of the interior life of his father... Read more about A Heart So White
THAT WAS a long time ago, before I was born, before there was the remotest chance of my being born, indeed it was only after that that I could be born. Now I myself am married and not even a year has ...
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What do readers say about The Obstacle is the Way?
one of my faves the idea is simple warm and fuzzy life changing for some#1 Wall Street Journal Bestseller
The Obstacle is the Way has become a cult classic, beloved by men and women around the world who apply its wisdom to become more successful at whatever they do.
Its many fans include a former governor and movie star... Read more about The Obstacle is the Way
Before he was an oilman, John D. Rockefeller was a bookkeeper and aspiring investor—a small-time financier in Cleveland, Ohio. The son of an alcoholic criminal who’d abandoned his family, the young Ro...
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What do readers say about The Millionaire Fastlane?
lots of original nuggets a book on entrepreneurialism jordan peterson's book this looks funIs the financial plan of mediocrity -- a dream-stealing, soul-sucking dogma known as "The Slowlane" your plan for creating wealth? You know how it goes; it sounds a lil something like this: "Go to school, get a good job, save 10% of your paycheck, bu... Read more about The Millionaire Fastlane
Big Daddyhoo: “Yo dawg, we gotz the Ferrari F430 over there with the 22-inch rims, the sick Lamborghini Gallardo over there with the custom 10-speaker stereo, and for those nights when I just wanna ch...
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What do readers say about Unscripted?
peer testimonials and reviews absolutely life-changing book a must do casual and sweary styleLife. Liberty. And the Pursuit of Entrepreneurship.
Build A Business That Goes Beyond Paying Bills: It Changes Your Life.
MJ DeMarco's long awaited follow-up to the international best-seller, The Millionaire Fastlane, UNSCRIPTED is the definitive b... Read more about Unscripted
After cursing myself for not changing that damn song to something by Metallica, I yank myself out of bed, slightly hungover from the night before. I dread the day—actually no, the week—to come. Needin...
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What do readers say about The 80/20 Principle?
repetative and an over application in length business book drivel'READ THIS BOOK AND USE IT' - TIM FERRISS
Twenty years after its first publication, The 80/20 Principle is a global bestseller read by millions of highly effective people around the world.
Now, it is more powerful and essential than ever.
The pattern underlying the 80/20 Principle was discovered in 1897, about 100 years ago, by Italian economist Vilfredo Pareto (1848–1923). His discovery has since been called many names, including the ...
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