INTRODUCTION — THE MOST PECULIAR ANIMAL ON EARTH Let’s start with the uncomfortable truth: Homo sapiens — you, me, your neighbor with the weird lawn decorations — are animals. That’s not an insult; it’s a fact. We eat, breathe, sleep, mate, and produce waste just like other mammals. But here’s the kicker: we also build […]
Range by David Epstein
INTRODUCTION: THE WORLD LOVES A CHILD PRODIGY… UNTIL IT DOESN’T There’s something irresistible about the tale of a prodigy. The image is familiar: a tiny child, barely tall enough to see over the dinner table, already performing feats that make grown adults question their own life choices. The piano keys obey their smallest touch, the […]
Book Summary: The Happiest Man on Earth: The Beautiful Life of an Auschwitz Survivor written by Eddie Jaku
INSIDE THE BOOK: About the book the story The Happiest Man on Earth Eddie Jaku’s book, “The Happiest Man on Earth,” is a profound yet surprisingly light-hearted account of his incredible journey through the darkest period of human history. Captured during Kristallnacht and sent to horrific places like Buchenwald and Auschwitz, Eddie’s story is one of […]
Book Summary: Things we Never Got Over by Lucy Score
INSIDE THE BOOK: About the book Things we Never Got Over ( Knockmount Book 1) written by Lucy Score Things We Never Got Over” by Lucy Score explores themes of love, self-discovery, and the strength of beginning again in a compelling and endearing story. The plot, which is set in the quaint little hamlet of […]
Book Summary: Principles written by Ray Dalio
INSIDE THE BOOK: About the book Principles written by Ray Dalio Ray Dalio’s “Principles” is a comprehensive guide to rational thinking and effective decision-making. Dalio’s central thesis is that seeking the truth is paramount to making sound decisions, and that ego and emotion are the main obstacles to uncovering that truth. One of the key […]
Book summary of Finite and Infinite Games by James P. Carse
INSIDE THE BOOK: About the book: James P. Carse’s “Finite and Infinite Games” takes readers on a philosophical exploration of life, using the metaphor of games to delve into the deeper aspects of human existence. Finite games, much like a soccer match or a board game, have clear rules, defined boundaries, and a specific goal—victory. […]
Book Summary of The Chronicles of Narnia written by C.S. Lewis
INSIDE THE BOOK: About the book The Chronicles of Narnia written by C.S. Lewis Think of your wardrobe as a doorway to a different world. These stories are a beautiful blend of adventure, morality story, and fairy tale, with just enough humorhumour to make you grin as you flip the pages.This information appears overly automated. The […]
Book summary of Mistborn The Final Empire written by Brandon Sanderson
INSIDE THE STORY: About the book Mistborn The Final Empire written by Brandon Sanderson The first book in the Mistborn trilogy, Brandon Sanderson’s The Final Empire, sets the scene for a wonderful fantasy journey. The Lord Ruler, a continually despot who has kept everyone under his iron grip for hundreds of years, rules the universe […]
Book Summary of A Game of Thrones written by George R.R. Martin
INSIDE THE STORY: Summary of the book A Game of Thrones: One important family is the Starks, led by Lord Eddard Stark. Eddard gets a big job as the Hand of the King, which means he helps run the kingdom. But being the Hand isn’t easy. Eddard has to deal with lots of tricky politics […]