Category: Book reviews
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David J. Lieberman: Mindreader
Overview ‘Mindreader’ by David J. Lieberman takes readers on an insightful journey into ‘The New Science of Deciphering What People Really Think, What They Really Want, and Who They Really Are.’ This book breaks down the complex world of silent communication, teaching us how to interpret the hidden messages in people’s actions and expressions. Lieberman,…
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Benoît Berthelot: Le monde selon Amazon
Aperçu ‘Le Monde selon Amazon’ de Benoît Berthelot est une œuvre captivante qui plonge le lecteur dans les profondeurs de l’empire Amazon après trois ans d’enquête minutieuse. Berthelot dévoile avec brio l’efficacité redoutable d’Amazon, tout en mettant en lumière les paradoxes et les dérives d’une entreprise devenue le symbole du capitalisme américain. Le livre révèle…
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Ben Coates: Why the Dutch are Different?
Overview ‘Why the Dutch are Different’ by Ben Coates is a captivating exploration of the Netherlands, a country known for its unique blend of liberalism, prosperity, and cultural distinctiveness. Coates, a UK-born writer who has made the Netherlands his home, delves into the heart of Dutch society, seeking to understand what sets this small yet…
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Morgan Housel – The Psychology of Money
Overview Morgan Housel’s ‘The Psychology of Money’ is claimed as one of the most original contributions to financial literature in recent times. The book offers a series of 20 thought-provoking lessons that delve into the intricate relationship between wealth, greed, and happiness. Housel’s calm and collected narrative doesn’t just aim to guide readers to financial…
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Helen Russel: The Year of Living Danishly
Overview Helen Russell’s ‘The Year of Living Danishly’ is a captivating memoir that takes readers on a journey to Denmark, often cited as the world’s happiest country. Released in 2015, the book has since enchanted millions with its intimate portrayal of Russell’s personal and cultural adaptation to Danish life. Synopsis The narrative begins with Russell,…
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Yuval Noah Harari: 21 Lessons for the 21st Century
Overview In ’21 Lessons for the 21st Century’, Yuval Noah Harari presents a compelling mosaic of the human condition, as viewed through the lens of today’s most pressing challenges. This book is not merely a read; it is an intellectual journey that offers a panoramic view of our contemporary world. Harari’s work stands as an…
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Peter F. Drucker: The Effective Executive: The Definitive Guide to Getting the Right Things Done
Overview ‘The Effective Executive’ by Peter F. Drucker is a seminal book that delves into the art of being effective in the management realm. It’s a compact guide that has been sitting on my shelf, and I finally got to dive into its pages over a quiet Easter break. Synopsis ‘The Effective Executive,’ first published…
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Thomas Beaufils: Histoire des Pays-Bas des origines à nos jours
Thomas Beaufils, maître de conférences en civilisation des pays néerlandophones à l’université de Lille, nous offre une synthèse remarquable sur l’histoire des Pays-Bas, de leurs origines germaniques à nos jours. Il retrace les grandes étapes et les spécificités de cette nation unique, qui a su faire preuve d’un esprit d’ouverture, d’indépendance et d’ingéniosité, malgré les…
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Thomas Frinault, Érik Neveu, Pierre Karila-Cohen: Qu’est-ce que l’opinion publique ?
L’opinion publique est-elle une réalité ou une illusion? Comment se forme-t-elle, comment s’exprime-t-elle, comment évolue-t-elle au fil du temps et des contextes? Quel est son rôle et son influence dans la vie politique et sociale? Quels sont les acteurs, les outils, les enjeux de la scène publique? Autant de questions passionnantes et complexes que les…
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Jennifer Aaker, Naomi Bagdonas: Humor, Seriously
‘Humor, Seriously: Why Humor Is a Secret Weapon in Business and Life (And how anyone can harness it. Even you.)’ talks about humor as a powerful tool that can enhance our work and life, but it is often overlooked or misunderstood. That’s why I was intrigued by this book by Jennifer Aaker and Naomi Bagdonas. …