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The Art Of War 22 reviews
Sun Tzu
Filiquarian, 2007
Ancient Timeless Knowledge
While this book is barely 70 pages long, the classic strategies in it are concise and valuble, quite timeless. The book was written 2500 years ago as a basic primer on strategy - and has withstood the test of time. It won't take long to digest the book - but that gives you more time to implement its strategies. There are sections on strategies, planning maneuvers, deception, etc., Together with ...
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The Art of Possibility: Transforming Professional and Personal Life 101 reviews
Rosamund Stone Zander, Benjamin Zander
Penguin (Non-Classics), 2002
In my top ten of favorite books
I read a lot. I average 2-4 non-fiction books a month. Zander's book - The Art of Possibility - is in my top ten list. I read it one or two times every year. It doesn't get old.
I was very fortunate to be part of a conference a few years ago where Dr. Zander spoke for two hours. It was the single-most powerful presentation I've ever seen. He takes that same energy and passion and weaves ...
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Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance: An Inquiry into Values (P.S.)528 reviews
Robert M. Pirsig
Harper Perennial Modern Classics, 2008
Couldn't put it down.
This was a thought provocing and very enjoyable read. Although it isn't "action packed" or anything, that isn't the point. The author's naration tells the tale of his philosophical journey cross country with his son on his motorcyle. Not only was this book inspirational, but provides new insight in terms of how one sees the world around them. A must read!
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Student Workbook for use with The Art of Public Speaking 39 reviews
Stephen E Lucas
McGraw-Hill Humanities/Social Sciences/Languages, 2008
Purchase
I was very satisfied with this purchase. The shipping was so quick!! I didn't even expect it to be that fast. The item itself was good.
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The Art of Seduction234 reviews
Robert Greene
Penguin (Non-Classics), 2003
Psychological nuclear energy
As its more tangible counterpart, this information can destroy or sustain. From one standpoint I am just glad to have a pretty well organized blueprint of human actions: a lens through which I can categorize things I see. Personally, I intend to take it no further than to add some spice to certain relationships (and to wary myself against manipulative behavior): a pretty narrow application, I ...
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The Art of Strategy: A Game Theorist's Guide to Success in Business and Life 1 review
Avinash K. Dixit, Barry J. Nalebuff
W. W. Norton, 2008
A Great Success
"What do I do when I reach the top of the mountain?" the young man asked the master.
"Keep on climbing," replied the master.
Dixit and Nalebuff got to the top of the mountain with the first edition of this book in 1991. They have continued to climb the last 17 years.
I know of no higher praise.
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The Art of War16 reviews
Sun Tzu
Shambhala, 2005
Bare but Flawless
Watch Video Here: http://www.amazon.com/review/R20YM6VZTDJYEB This is a magnificent book that tells as much about psychology as it does military strategy.
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The Art of Racing in the Rain241 reviews
Garth Stein
Harper, 2008
The Art of Racing In The Rain
This is one of the all time best stories I have read. If you are a "dog" person, it is a must-read. The story takes you to emotional highs and emotional lows. It gives you hope for all species...
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The Art of Racing in the Rain241 reviews
Garth Stein
Harper Collins Publishers, 2008
The Art of Racing In The Rain
This is one of the all time best stories I have read. If you are a "dog" person, it is a must-read. The story takes you to emotional highs and emotional lows. It gives you hope for all species...
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The Art of Racing in the Rain: A Novel241 reviews
Garth Stein
Harper Paperbacks, 2009
The Art of Racing In The Rain
This is one of the all time best stories I have read. If you are a "dog" person, it is a must-read. The story takes you to emotional highs and emotional lows. It gives you hope for all species...
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The Art of Happiness: A Handbook for Living349 reviews
Dalai Lama, Howard C. Cutler
Riverhead Hardcover, 1998
It was great
I don't mean this in a negative way, but the Dalai Lama is one of the few people in this world who has the luxury of spending his days pondering enlightenment, what it takes to be happy, etc. The result is a book that rocks your world and makes you rediscover what you're after in life.
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The Art of War281 reviews
Sun Tzu
CreateSpace, 2008
Not just for generals
This is a book of strategy for psychological warfare--it helps you tackle the battles you face every day. One of the biggest themes is how to win a fight *before* it actually starts. If only our current government and military leaders had followed the wisdom of "The Art of War"...
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The Art of Raising a Puppy182 reviews
The Monks of New Skete
Little, Brown and Company, 1991
Excellent Guide!
I brought home an 8 week old shih tzu and used the recommendation to tether him in my room and provide a blanket for him to sleep on. After only 3 nights he was sleeping all night long and when he needs to go out in the morning he barks once. It is amazing how well this worked. I have read numerous puppy books and this one far exceeds any of the books. The focus is on understanding your new best ...
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Art & Fear: Observations On the Perils (and Rewards) of Artmaking93 reviews
David Bayles, Ted Orland
Image Continuum Press, 2001
Taking the fear out of art
By naming the fears that artist experience, and giving simple and direct answers to those fears; David and Ted have given artists a tool to name their own fears and overcome them. The book had a profound impact on me and how I approach my work as a potter. I owe a lot to having read this book, in the confidence I gained, and the risks I am willing to take becasue of their writing. I have ...
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The War of Art: Break Through the Blocks and Win Your Inner Creative Battles133 reviews
Steven Pressfield
Grand Central Publishing, 2003
As fierce as it gets
I have purchased ten copies of this book, and I imagine I will be ordering more, to give to all of my artist friends. This is a powerful book that inspires the reader to take bold leaps in their creative journeys...it has become my artistic manifesto!
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The Womanly Art of Breastfeeding: Seventh Revised Edition (La Leche League International Book)118 reviews
La Leche League International
Plume, 2004
Very informative!!
I didn't pick up this book until my baby was three months old and I had already been back to work for two months!! If you are pregnant and planning to breastfeed, read this book now! I stumbled across it when I was about to give up breastfeeding - my hubby was not very supportive, pumping at work wasn't seeming to keep up my milk supply and I was begining rely more and more heavily on ...
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Leadership Is an Art36 reviews
Max Depree
Doubleday Business, 2004
The Tendency to Deteriorate
Not everything that is old is wise. But this book, written 20 years ago, is jam-packed with wisdom. Max DePree wrote in 1987 that the management team's job "is to provide an environment that allows momentum to gather."
DePree's simple, but profound leadership primer has never been equaled. Read it and you'll marvel at the insights--like in his five-page chapter, "Pink Ice in the Urinal." ...
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The Art of the Start: The Time-Tested, Battle-Hardened Guide for Anyone Starting Anything181 reviews
Guy Kawasaki
Portfolio Hardcover, 2004
More than art, it's pure gold in the palm of your hand!
My first start-up has taken me over a year to get off the ground. It's a huge and ambitious project and has put my entrepreneurial skills to a test. I truly believe in learning from others so I'm a member of virtually every entrepreneurial blog, magazine and forum. I have also purchased about 8 different books on the subject, all varying in context slightly. The problem with this is that the time ...
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The Art of War by Sun Tzu - Special Edition29 reviews
Sun Tzu
El Paso Norte Press, 2007
Timeless
Watch Video Here: http://www.amazon.com/review/R15PR8H4737MEJ This is a magnificent book that tells as much about psychology as it does military strategy.
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The Art of Simple Food: Notes, Lessons, and Recipes from a Delicious Revolution63 reviews
Alice Waters
Clarkson Potter, 2007
Best Cookbook I Own
This is the cookbook I return to again and again. The recipes are clear and simple and perfect for weeknight cooking, but the results are always fantastic. Often I have high hopes for a recipe and then it doesn't turn out so great, but everything I've made from this book has been DELICIOUS. You'll need to use high-quality ingredients to get those great results, but that's kind of what Alice ...
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