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The Traveling Salesman Problem: A Computational Study (Princeton Series in Applied Mathematics)

1 review
David L. Applegate, Robert E. Bixby, ...

Princeton University Press, 2007

Twenty years in the making
The coauthors have been working at solving large scale traveling saleman problem instances for more than 20 years. This book, along with the publicly available Concorde code, is the culmination of that twenty years of work. The first four chapters of the book (130 pages or so) are an extremely readable description of the use and history of the traveling salesman problem. For our field, the ...

The Bible Salesman: A Novel

17 reviews
Clyde Edgerton

Little, Brown and Company, 2008

Left wanting more
This Southern tale set in the 50's blended adventure and place wonderfully - like the rest of Edgerton's books. I found the families interesting and the character's well developed but not belabored - you felt like you knew them just enough. I wanted the story to go on a little more - I wanted to find out more of Clearwater's background and what happened next in Henry's life. Which is a good sign ...

The Greatest Salesman in the World

162 reviews
Og Mandino

Frederick Fell Publishers, 2001

Fantastic
This is an incredible little book. The only criticism is that it is written in masculine terms and I didn't want to be repeating three times a day that I am a wonderful salesman! So I typed it up myself with language appropriate to my gender. In so saying, I believe that exercise gels the scrolls in my consciousness even more so I have given it 5 stars anyway. Make sure you do the ...

Birth of a Salesman: The Transformation of Selling in America

5 reviews
Walter A. Friedman

Harvard University Press, 2005

Entertaining AND scholarly!
This is the first serious historical study of salesmanship that I know of, and it's terrific. Whether you're an academic, a college student, or someone who just likes history, this is the book for you. It intelligently and entertainingly charts the development of selling from 19th century bible and lightning rod hucksters to the 20th century professional, and discusses why this way of making a ...

Death of a Salesman (Viking Critical Library)

5 reviews
Arthur Miller

Penguin (Non-Classics), 1996

If you're going to buy a copy
of "Death of a Salesman", this is the one to get. In addition to the play itself and some introductory remarks, this version includes a good variety of reviews, criticism, and essays concerning "Death of a Salesman". Of particular interest (in my view, anyway) is the essay "Tragedy and the Common Man" written by Arthur Miller himself (there are other writings by Arthur Miller and part of the ...

The Greatest Salesman in the World

6 reviews
Og Mandino

Frederick Fell Publishers, Inc., 2007

Timeless...
I now know why this book has sold so many copies. This is a timeless book that will help you understand your place in the world. I wanted to read it for professional reasons but wish I had it long ago to help me with life in general. This is a great book for anyone. No matter where you are in your life.

Death of a Salesman

1 review
Arthur Miller

The Viking Press, 1968

Depressing, But Really Interesting
This is a really depressing story, but there is no denying that it is really interesting. The story focuses on a salesman in his 60s who is virtually at the end of his rope and is losing his fight against his suicidal desires. While he certainly created some of his own problems (or at least consented to them), he is also sympathetic at times. His family is also interesting in that they each have ...

Arthur Miller's Death of a Salesman (Bloom's Guides)

202 reviews

Chelsea House Publications, 2003

Rat Race Lost, State of Denial
Hopeless fathers & sons were a favorite theme of Miller. The pressure of failing aspirations. The horror of failure. Drawn between overconfidence and self-doubt. Flashbacks on scenes from a dreary life. Lies to others and oneself. Failures in job and family. The play is one of the quintessential pieces of modern American theater. Its themes are known and have been expounded endlessly. Why is it ...

The Greatest Salesman in the World: Part II The End of the Story

16 reviews
Og Mandino

Bantam, 1989

A True Classic
I am on my second reading of this book. I have recommended this book to all my Electrical Flat Rate Service Contractors that I consult for. Regardless if you are in business or not, you must read this book. You too will pass it on, to all those that you care about! Jim Kavallines The Absolute Best Marketing Company LLC jim@abscousa.com

El Vendedor Mas Grande Del Mundo/Greatest Salesman on Earth

1 review
Og Mandino

Editorial Diana, S.A., 2001

Truly Life Changing
Whatever you are doing right now, wherever you want to go in your life, this book is your vehicle. Just follow the scrolls and watch miracles happen in your life.

God Is a Salesman: Learn from the Master (Faithwords)

6 reviews
Mark Stevens

Center Street, 2008

One of my new favorites!!!!!
I was given this book by a "salesman" friend of mine. Even though I am not in the sales field, I identified with the message of this book and hope to use this philosophy in several areas of my life. It has fast become one of my favorite books...I am buying three today to share with friends!

Death of a Salesman: Certain Private Conversations in Two Acts and a Requiem: Penguin Plays (Paperback 1987 ...
Arthur Miller

Penguin Books, 1987

Death of a Salesman: Certain Private Conversations in Two Acts and a Requiem by Arthur Miller, Elia Kazan, Penguin Books, Viking Penguin, International Creative Management, Penguin Plays. Paperback 1987 Printing by Penguin Books. 29th Edition. ISBN 0874988179. EAN 9780874988178. MPN 498817. Pages: 144. In Enlish. Special Limited Edition. Penguin Plays Version.

Arthur Miller's Death of a Salesman (Modern Theatre Guides)
Peter L. Hays, Kent Nicholson, ...

Continuum International Publishing Group, 2008

Every day, in some part of the world, an Arthur Miller play is performed.In the nearly 60 years since its first production, the Pulitzer Prizewinning Death of a Salesman has been become a classic, a staple of school anthologies of American literature and of acting companies' repertoires. It has received worldwide productions, whether as a study of parent-child relationships, as in its landmark 1976 production directed by Miller in Beijing, or ...

Telesales Tips From The Trenches: Secrets of a Street-Smart Salesman

91 reviews
Joe Catal

Business By Phone, 2002

Excellent Book
This is a no B.S. book on what it takes to sell by phone. Whether you're setting appointments or closing the deal by phone it really doesn't matter. This is a hard hitting book. I like the authors no nonsense approach to selling. They're either a high probability prospect or not. The book teaches you how to get in and out of calls quickly and find the buyers today. The best on phone sales ...

Miller's Death of a Salesman (Cliffs Notes)

8 reviews

Cliffs Notes, 1976

A poignant, moving work...one of the all time greatest!
I read this play in one evening. At times I found it hard to follow, but I REALLY enjoyed it. Soon after I rented the movie with Dustin Hoffman which solidified the story in my mind and moved me to tears. A very compelling story.

Death of a Salesman: Certain Private Conversations in Two Acts and a Requiem
Arthur Miller

Penguin USA, 1976

Death As A Salesman

1 review
Brian P. Johnston

New Regency Publishing, 1998

Clear and compelling, this book changed my mind !
I came to this book with a condescending snicker on my face. I was sure it would rattle through old platitudes and moral hype, but it immediately challenged that point of view with clear and compelling evidence that assisted suicide is, and has been, a very bad idea for the vulnerable and depressed. Johnston tells the story of the Hemlock Society and its founder, Derek Humphry; factual and ...

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