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But let’s be honest: it’s longer than it needs to be, with repeated points and drawn-out explanations. So, I decided to do you a favor. I’ve boiled down the entire book into this practical guide. If you’re serious about quitting smoking, this is all you need. No fluff, no filler, just the essence o... Read all
Have you ever encountered someone in your workplace who seems charming and confident on the outside, but on the inside is manipulative, deceitful, and lacks empathy? This is the topic of "Snakes in Suits: When Psychopaths Go to Work," a book written by Dr. Paul Babiak and Dr. Robert D. Hare. The aut... Read all
Preface: How did I find the time to read? These books are especially useful for those interested in entrepreneurship, but anyone can benefit from reading them. The Black Swan by Nassim Nicholas TalebHow to prepare for improbable (usually negative) events. Unlearn by Barry O'ReillyTo achie... Read all
Possible spoilers for the book Veronika Decides to Die One night during my time in the barracks, I finished reading Veronika Decides to Die by Paulo Coelho and realized how intertwined our life stories are, and how fragile and unstable the line between main plot and subplot in stories can be. In ... Read all
Want to know why some countries are rich and others poor? Forget geography, culture, or natural resources. It’s all about institutions. The Big Idea: Nations succeed when they have inclusive institutions. They fail when they have extractive ones. Inclusive institutions = Economic freedom + pol... Read all
We were the only generation who saw Harry Potter and lived with him. We were the only ones who could see a Hippogriff. We were the only ones who cried for Cedric's death. We were the only ones whose breaths were held during the Battle of Hogwarts. We were the only ones who searched for the Half-Bloo... Read all
We've all encountered them at some point in our lives: the boss who constantly belittles and undermines their employees, the friend who never seems to listen, or even the stranger who cuts in line without a second thought. These individuals often exhibit characteristics of assholism, a term used to ... Read all
Today, my dear friend gifted me with the book "Master and Margarita". According to the definition I've heard, the book is very interesting but also heavy, which probably won't be finished reading soon.As I delve into "Master and Margarita", I am eager to explore the captivating world created by the ... Read all
Sinuhe, the Egyptian is a historical novel that its authors claim was written by the ancient Egyptian scribe Sinuhe. After being discovered by Finnish author Mikael Waltari, it was translated from the ancient Egyptian language to Finnish. This book, which is the author's most important work, is base... Read all