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"One hundred thousand years ago, at least six different species of humans inhabited Earth. Yet today there is only one--homo sapiens. What happened to the others? And what may happen to us? Most books about the history of humanity pursue either a historical or a biological approach, but Dr. Yuval Noah Harari breaks the mold with this highly original book that begins about 70,000 years ago with the appearance of modern cognition. From examining the...
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Are you ready for the leadership moment' Learn valuable lessons from the stories of:- Merck's Roy Vagelos, who commits millions of dollars to develop a drug needed only by people who can't afford it- Eugene Kranz, who struggles to bring the Apollo 13 astronauts home after an explosion rips through their spacecraft- Arlene Blum, who organizes the first women's ascent of one of the world's most dangerous mountains- Nancy Barry, who leads Women's World...
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Why do some children succeed while others fail? The story we usually tell about childhood and success is the one about intelligence: success comes to those who score highest on tests, from preschool admissions to SATs. But in this book the author argues that the qualities that matter most have more to do with character: skills like perseverance, curiosity, conscientiousness, optimism, and self-control. The book introduces us to a new generation...
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In the tradition of The Orchid Thief, a compelling narrative set within the strange and genteel world of rare-book collecting: the true story of an infamous book thief, his victims, and the man determined to catch him
Rare-book theft is even more widespread than fine-art theft. Most thieves, of course, steal for profit. John Charles Gilkey steals purely for the love of books. In an attempt to understand him better, journalist Allison...
Rare-book theft is even more widespread than fine-art theft. Most thieves, of course, steal for profit. John Charles Gilkey steals purely for the love of books. In an attempt to understand him better, journalist Allison...
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The ultimate guide to the world of cryptocurrencies! While the cryptocurrency market is known for its volatility--and this volatility is often linked to the ever-changing regulatory environment of the industry--the entire cryptocurrency market is expected to reach a total value of $1 trillion this year. If you want to get in on the action, this book shows you how. Cryptocurrency Investing For Dummies offers trusted guidance on how to make money trading...
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By bringing in hundreds of thousands--maybe millions--of dollars of sales, speaking engagements and other opportunities through meetings with remarkable influential men and women author David Tupos has learned firsthand how every day, random encounters really do change lives; that is, if you know how to make them happen the right way and monetize the connection at the other end. From the moment you walk out your door in the morning, there is a world...
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A compelling portrait of the perfect English butler, who, at the end of his career in postwar England, reviews his life and secretly questions the "greatness" of the nobleman he served. This Booker Prize-winning novel is now a Merchant-Ivory film starring Anthony Hopkins and Emma Thompson.
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From the author of Composing a Life (first published in 1991 and still in print), an inspiring exploration of a new stage of the life cycle, “Adulthood II,” created by unprecedented levels of health, energy, time, and resources—of which we have barely begun to be fully conscious.
Mary Catherine Bateson sees aging today as an “improvisational art form calling for imagination and willingness to learn,” and in...
Mary Catherine Bateson sees aging today as an “improvisational art form calling for imagination and willingness to learn,” and in...
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"When Black Beauty was born one sweet spring day, he could not have imagined the life ahead of him. Following his mother's advice to do his work with a good will, he enjoys the adventures of country and city life, makes new friends, and suffers from the cruelty and greed of his human masters. Beauty faces each challenge with bravery and kindness - and then a chance encounter with an old friend brings him the greatest joy of all. Anna Sewell's classic...
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"Dogs have been mankind's faithful companions for tens of thousands of years, yet today they are regularly treated as either pack-following wolves or furry humans. The truth is, dogs are neither--and our misunderstanding has put them in serious crisis. What dogs really need is a spokesperson, someone who will assert their specific needs. Renowned anthrozoologist Dr. John Bradshaw has made a career of studying human-animal interactions, and in Dog...
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This compelling new look at one of the worst disasters to strike humankind--the Great Irish Potato Famine--provides fresh material and analysis on the role that nineteenth-century evangelical Protestantism played in shaping British policies and on Britain's attempt to use the famine to reshape Irish society and character.
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How important is it that youre happy' We cant be happy all the time, but happy people get sick less often, have more energy, are better motivated and more creative. Theyre more fun to be around too. So why would you not want to let a little more happiness into your life' Liggy Webb is an expert when it comes to understanding what makes people tick; shes worked with huge companies, national bodies and the United Nations, helping people to develop their...
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Let's face it-professional success isn't built only on the work itself. Instead, it's often largely influenced by the manner in which you share or present your work. Small improvements in delivery can result in substantial improvements in outcome.People succeed not simply because they deliver a winning work product or idea, but also because they deliver their work or idea in a winning way.Winning Conditions is a joyful, insightful, and empowering...
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Its easy to assume that a company who makes a product that most people like say, for example, beer probably doesnt have to do very much in the way of marketing, branding, and product development. But anyone who makes such an assumption has clearly never encountered Ken Grossman, founder of the Sierra Nevada Brewing Company, and his unique approach to making, distributing, and spreading the word about one of Americas best-loved brands of beer. After...
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