Author: karacs
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Brian J. Robertson: Holacracy
Overview ‘Holacracy: The New Management System for a Rapidly Changing World’ by Brian J. Robertson introduces a revolutionary approach to organisational management. The book outlines the concept of Holacracy, a system that distributes authority and decision-making across an organisation, rather than centralising it in a traditional hierarchy. This method redefines roles and responsibilities, allowing for…
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Pascal Boniface: La géopolitique
Aperçu “La géopolitique : 50 fiches pour comprendre l’actualité” de Pascal Boniface est un ouvrage pédagogique conçu pour rendre la géopolitique accessible à un large public. Le livre commence par définir ce qu’est la géopolitique, puis propose 50 fiches thématiques et documentées. Ces fiches offrent un panorama des conflits, des problématiques et des tendances actuelles,…
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Michael Tai: China and Her Neighbours
Overview Michael Tai’s book, ‘China and Her Neighbours: Asian Diplomacy from Ancient History to the Present’, has the ambition to offer a comprehensive exploration of China’s diplomatic history and its evolving relationships with neighbouring countries. The book spans thousands of years, delving into China’s interactions with Japan, Vietnam, the Philippines, and Malaysia. Tai examines how…
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Robert I. Sutton: The Asshole Survival Guide
Overview ‘The Asshole Survival Guide: How to Deal with People Who Treat You Like Dirt’ by Robert I. Sutton is a practical guide for navigating interactions with difficult individuals, particularly in the workplace. Sutton, a Stanford professor, builds on his previous work, “The No Asshole Rule,” by offering concrete strategies to identify, manage, and mitigate…
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Robert Capa: Slightly Out Of Focus
Overview ‘Slightly Out of Focus’ is a memoir by the legendary photojournalist Robert Capa, chronicling his experiences during World War II. The book captures Capa’s journey from 1942, when he was assigned by Collier’s magazine to photograph the war in Europe. Through his vivid storytelling, Capa recounts his terrifying and often humorous adventures across various…
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Tim Harford: The Next Fifty Things that Made the Modern Economy
Overview “The Next Fifty Things that Made the Modern Economy” by Tim Harford is a fascinating exploration of fifty additional inventions that have significantly influenced the modern world. Following the success of his previous book, Harford delves into a diverse array of innovations, from the brick and blockchain to the bicycle and fire. Each chapter…
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Simon Sinek: Start with Why
Overview Have you ever wondered why some people and organisations are more successful, influential, and innovative than others? Why do some command greater loyalty from customers and employees alike? And why do some have the ability to repeat their success over and over? These are the questions that Simon Sinek explores in his bestselling book…
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Dennis Nørmark, Anders Fogh Jensen – Pseudowork
Overview “Pseudowork: How we ended up being busy doing nothing” is a book by anthropologist Dennis Nørmark and philosopher Anders Fogh Jensen. The book delves into the modern work culture and questions the value and meaning of what the authors term as ‘pseudowork’ – work that seems busy on the surface but is essentially meaningless…
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Hourly History – Nikola Tesla: A Life From Beginning To End
Overview ‘Nikola Tesla: A Life From Beginning To End’ offers a concise yet captivating exploration of the life and legacy of one of history’s most brilliant inventors, Nikola Tesla. The book chronicles Tesla’s journey from his modest upbringing in Croatia to his monumental achievements as an inventor and visionary in the United States. It sheds…
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Raphaël Balanieri: Intelligence artificielle, le match du siècle
Aperçu “Intelligence artificielle, IA le match du siècle” de Raphaël Balanieri est un ouvrage captivant qui explore les enjeux et les défis de l’intelligence artificielle dans notre société moderne. Publié en août de cette année, ce livre offre une perspective actuelle et pertinente sur les avancées rapides dans le domaine de l’IA. Balanieri examine comment…