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Book Summary: On Having No Head by Douglas Harding
On Having No Head is a book written by Douglas Harding, published in 1961. The book explores the concept of non-dualism, which is the idea that there is no separation between the self and the rest of the world. The book is divided into four chapters, each of which delves into the various aspects of…
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Book Summary: No-Drama Discipline by Daniel J. Siegel and Tina Payne Bryson
No-Drama Discipline is a book written by Daniel J. Siegel and Tina Payne Bryson, which provides practical strategies and techniques for raising children with emotional intelligence and empathy. The book focuses on the importance of connecting with children, understanding their emotions, and helping them develop their own self-regulation skills. The authors emphasize that discipline should…
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Book Summary: Civilization by Niall Ferguson
Civilization is a book written by Niall Ferguson, published in 2011. The book explores the history of the world from the year 3000 BC to the present day. Ferguson argues that the development of civilization has been shaped by six key factors: land, population, agriculture, trade, war, and belief. Throughout the book, Ferguson provides an…
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Book Summary: The Architecture of Happiness by Alain de Botton
The Architecture of Happiness is a book written by Alain de Botton that explores the concept of happiness and how it can be achieved through the design of our surroundings. The book is divided into two parts, with the first part discussing the importance of architecture and design in our lives and the second part…
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Book Summary: The Five Core Conversations for Couples by David Bulitt and Julie Bulitt
Written by David Bulitt and Julie Bulitt, “The Five Core Conversations for Couples” is a book that aims to help couples have meaningful conversations that can deepen their connection and strengthen their relationship. The book is based on the idea that there are five essential conversations that all couples must have to build a strong…
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Book Summary: David Attenborough – A Life on Our Planet by David Attenborough
David Attenborough is a renowned naturalist, broadcaster, and author who has spent a lifetime exploring and documenting the natural world. In his latest book, “A Life on Our Planet,” Attenborough shares his personal experiences and insights on the state of the planet and the urgent need for action to protect it. The book is divided…
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Book Summary: Our Malady by Timothy Snyder
In his book “Our Malady,” Timothy Snyder presents a thought-provoking analysis of the COVID-19 pandemic and its impact on society. Throughout the book, Snyder explores the various ways in which the pandemic has exposed the flaws in our social, political, and economic systems. He argues that the pandemic has revealed the deep-seated inequalities that exist…
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Book Summary: Dear Ijeawele, or A Feminist Manifesto in Fifteen Suggestions by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
Dear Ijeawele, or A Feminist Manifesto in Fifteen Suggestions is a book written by the renowned Nigerian author, Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie. The book is a collection of fifteen letters written by the author to her friend, Ijeawele, in response to her request for advice on how to raise her baby girl as a feminist. The…
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Book Summary: The Art of Possibility by Rosamund Stone Zander and Benjamin Zander
The Art of Possibility is a book that explores the concept of possibility thinking and how it can be applied to our daily lives. Written by Rosamund Stone Zander and her son Benjamin Zander, the book is divided into ten chapters that delve into different aspects of possibility thinking. Chapter 1: Introduction The first chapter…
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Book Summary: The Ride of a Lifetime by Robert Iger
The Ride of a Lifetime is an autobiography written by Robert Iger, the CEO of The Walt Disney Company. In this book, Iger shares his personal journey and experiences that led him to become one of the most successful business leaders in the world. He also shares his insights and lessons learned throughout his career,…
