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I've got awesome deluxe-edition of my favorite book The Lord of the Rings by JR Tolkien. This is more than story, this is a unique world 🩷
Instagram happy life is translated everywhere but how many unhappy women are there also? This book can support woman in difficult life period. With humor for sure
Book suggestion of the day:
"When I Fell from the Sky: How the Jungle Gave Me My Life Back"
Juliane Margaret Beate Koepcke, sole survivor of the 1971 LANSA Flight 508 crash. When the plane was struck by lightning, she fell 3,000 m (10,000 ft) while strapped to her seat and suffered numerous injuries including a concussion, broken collarbone, and a torn knee ligament. She survived 11 days alone in the Peruvian Amazon rainforest until she rescued herself after finding a local lumberjack camp.
As many as 14 other passengers were later discovered to have survived the initial crash but died while waiting to be rescued.
After recovering from her injuries, Koepcke assisted search parties in locating the crash site and recovering the bodies of victims. Her mother's body was discovered on 12 January 1972.
"When I Fell from the Sky: How the Jungle Gave Me My Life Back"
Juliane Margaret Beate Koepcke, sole survivor of the 1971 LANSA Flight 508 crash. When the plane was struck by lightning, she fell 3,000 m (10,000 ft) while strapped to her seat and suffered numerous injuries including a concussion, broken collarbone, and a torn knee ligament. She survived 11 days alone in the Peruvian Amazon rainforest until she rescued herself after finding a local lumberjack camp.
As many as 14 other passengers were later discovered to have survived the initial crash but died while waiting to be rescued.
After recovering from her injuries, Koepcke assisted search parties in locating the crash site and recovering the bodies of victims. Her mother's body was discovered on 12 January 1972.
Does any here use Goodreads?
If so, I'm currently giving away 20 signed copies of my new book - here's the sign up page: https://www.goodreads.com/giveaway/show/408030-blue-helmet-my-year-as-a-un-peacekeeper-in-south-sudan
If anyone signs up and DOESN'T win, let me know and I'll hook you with a 50% discount!
If so, I'm currently giving away 20 signed copies of my new book - here's the sign up page: https://www.goodreads.com/giveaway/show/408030-blue-helmet-my-year-as-a-un-peacekeeper-in-south-sudan
If anyone signs up and DOESN'T win, let me know and I'll hook you with a 50% discount!
Most Terry Pratchett kindle books are $1.99usd https://amzn.to/3EZLZ2A
Saw someone post this and it makes me want to read THINGS FALL APART all over again 😒
“that boy calls you father, do not bear a hand in his death”
Can’t forget this 😩
“that boy calls you father, do not bear a hand in his death”
Can’t forget this 😩
An infinite portal to knowledge 📚✨
Can you imagine getting lost here? 🔍
Each book is a world to discover... But I need your help: what book do you recommend to understand everything about Web3 and the future of the internet? 💻🌐
Leave me your recommendations in the comments! 👇
Can you imagine getting lost here? 🔍
Each book is a world to discover... But I need your help: what book do you recommend to understand everything about Web3 and the future of the internet? 💻🌐
Leave me your recommendations in the comments! 👇
Anyone read this book, “How to DAO?”? I went to an event and got a free copy but wanted to know if it is worth it?
I AM really curious to see how they explain the failures of so many DAOs to date. At the event their main point was that each Web3 era will be Darwinian and DAOs will keep learning. 🤷♂️
I AM really curious to see how they explain the failures of so many DAOs to date. At the event their main point was that each Web3 era will be Darwinian and DAOs will keep learning. 🤷♂️
In English we say: "Why wasn't I enough?"
But in poetry we say:
"I wore the masks you chose for me, swallowed the words you didn't want to hear, and built myself around your anger, yet your eyes never softened when they looked at me."
In English, we say: "You didn't reply."
But in poetry, we say: "Your silence said what your words couldn't."
In English, we say: "I overthink."
But in poetry, we say: "I replay your words a thousand times, searching for a meaning you never meant."
But in poetry we say:
"I wore the masks you chose for me, swallowed the words you didn't want to hear, and built myself around your anger, yet your eyes never softened when they looked at me."
In English, we say: "You didn't reply."
But in poetry, we say: "Your silence said what your words couldn't."
In English, we say: "I overthink."
But in poetry, we say: "I replay your words a thousand times, searching for a meaning you never meant."
I love books that create coziness. In this book, the words are like a blanket that hug you and give you peace of mind. A wonderful book.
I absolutely loved “Just Kids”!
Patti Smith’s memoir took me on a raw and intimate journey through the vibrant world of 1970s New York City, where art, music, love, friendship, belief and rebellion intertwined. The friendship and creative partnership of Patti and Robert Mapplethorpe are portrayed with such tenderness and honesty that it feels like you're living alongside them in that chaotic, groundbreaking time.
I can’t stop thinking of the way how Patti Smith describes the raw beginnings of two icons, from struggling artists to legends, is so inspiring.
Since finishing the book, I look at Robert’s photography in a whole new light now. This memoir is a tribute to art, love, and the relentless pursuit of one's true calling, and it’s definitely a must-read for anyone who’s ever been captivated by the magic of that era.
Patti Smith’s memoir took me on a raw and intimate journey through the vibrant world of 1970s New York City, where art, music, love, friendship, belief and rebellion intertwined. The friendship and creative partnership of Patti and Robert Mapplethorpe are portrayed with such tenderness and honesty that it feels like you're living alongside them in that chaotic, groundbreaking time.
I can’t stop thinking of the way how Patti Smith describes the raw beginnings of two icons, from struggling artists to legends, is so inspiring.
Since finishing the book, I look at Robert’s photography in a whole new light now. This memoir is a tribute to art, love, and the relentless pursuit of one's true calling, and it’s definitely a must-read for anyone who’s ever been captivated by the magic of that era.
I'm reading "Siddhartha" by Hermann Hesse. The book’s journey through self-discovery and enlightenment is deeply moving and thought-provoking. Highly recommend it! 📚🙏✨
"One glance at a book and you hear the voice of another person, perhaps someone dead for 1,000 years. To read is to voyage through time."
– Carl Sagan
– Carl Sagan
I've recently gotten into Michel Pastoureau's 'The History of Colors' series. I've already read 'Blue' and 'Green,' and 'Black' is up next.
Each book dives deep into how colors have been seen in history, religion, art, and fashion. They show how things like new dyes or changing cultural values have shaped how we view and use colors.
For instance, green used to be hard to make and wasn't very stable, so it came to represent chaos, uncertainty, and how fleeting life can be. In medieval art, green was even used to paint the devil, monsters, and other scary figures.
Another cool fact: the ancient Greeks and Romans didn't use blue much in their cultures. The Greek language didn't even have a specific word for it. They'd describe the sea and sky with different terms that didn't match the blue we think of today.
The books are packed with interesting tidbits like these. The text might be a bit dense since it's more of a research work, but it's definitely worth it!
Each book dives deep into how colors have been seen in history, religion, art, and fashion. They show how things like new dyes or changing cultural values have shaped how we view and use colors.
For instance, green used to be hard to make and wasn't very stable, so it came to represent chaos, uncertainty, and how fleeting life can be. In medieval art, green was even used to paint the devil, monsters, and other scary figures.
Another cool fact: the ancient Greeks and Romans didn't use blue much in their cultures. The Greek language didn't even have a specific word for it. They'd describe the sea and sky with different terms that didn't match the blue we think of today.
The books are packed with interesting tidbits like these. The text might be a bit dense since it's more of a research work, but it's definitely worth it!
Hollywood
Book · 2009 · ★★★★☆
"Hollywood" by Charles Bukowski is a semi-autobiographical novel that provides a brutally honest and often humorous account of the author's experiences in the film industry. Published in 1989, the story follows Bukowski's alter ego, Henry Chinaski, as he navigates the world of Hollywood while attempting to write a screenplay based on his life. Along the way, he encounters eccentric characters, experiences the excesses of the film industry, and offers his signature unfiltered commentary on the absurdity of it all. "Hollywood" showcases Bukowski's raw, visceral prose and his unique perspective on the darker side of the American Dream.
Book · 2009 · ★★★★☆
"Hollywood" by Charles Bukowski is a semi-autobiographical novel that provides a brutally honest and often humorous account of the author's experiences in the film industry. Published in 1989, the story follows Bukowski's alter ego, Henry Chinaski, as he navigates the world of Hollywood while attempting to write a screenplay based on his life. Along the way, he encounters eccentric characters, experiences the excesses of the film industry, and offers his signature unfiltered commentary on the absurdity of it all. "Hollywood" showcases Bukowski's raw, visceral prose and his unique perspective on the darker side of the American Dream.
A Fish in the Water
Book · 2011 · ★★★☆☆
"A Fish in the Water" is a captivating memoir by renowned Peruvian writer Mario Vargas Llosa, who won the Nobel Prize in Literature in 2010. Published in 1993 under the original title "El pez en el agua," the book covers two pivotal periods in Vargas Llosa's life: his childhood and early writing career (1946-1958) and his political involvement in Peru, including his defeat in the 1990 presidential elections. Through twenty engaging chapters, Vargas Llosa interweaves personal experiences, historical events, and political insights, painting a vivid portrait of his life and the challenges he faced as an artist and political figure.
Book · 2011 · ★★★☆☆
"A Fish in the Water" is a captivating memoir by renowned Peruvian writer Mario Vargas Llosa, who won the Nobel Prize in Literature in 2010. Published in 1993 under the original title "El pez en el agua," the book covers two pivotal periods in Vargas Llosa's life: his childhood and early writing career (1946-1958) and his political involvement in Peru, including his defeat in the 1990 presidential elections. Through twenty engaging chapters, Vargas Llosa interweaves personal experiences, historical events, and political insights, painting a vivid portrait of his life and the challenges he faced as an artist and political figure.
Ok FC friends… need some new non-fiction recommendations. Love history and books that discuss “how we got here” type narratives. Heck historical fiction great too. Whaddya got?
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Hey guys few days back I went to this coffee shop and I fell in love with its interior really love the vibe haven for book readers so grabbed a coffee and got my favorite book Alchemist
The Alchemist is a story of following one's dreams to find one's purpose in life. The main character, Santiago, is a Spanish shepherd boy who leaves behind his job and family to search for his Personal Legend, a hidden treasure that he believes is buried near the pyramids in Egypt.
/itookaphoto of a beautiful cafe
The Alchemist is a story of following one's dreams to find one's purpose in life. The main character, Santiago, is a Spanish shepherd boy who leaves behind his job and family to search for his Personal Legend, a hidden treasure that he believes is buried near the pyramids in Egypt.
/itookaphoto of a beautiful cafe
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Congratulations on Han Kang's Nobel Prize in Literature.
It is a great honor for the writer himself, and I think it is also great news for everyone who speaks and speaks Korean.
As we all know, Korean was a language that was threatened by extinction throughout the colonial period.
The question of whether such a doomed language can proudly occupy a place in the constellation of world literature has been a matter of collective self-esteem that has dogged us since the liberation of Korea.
Han Kang clearly showed that Korean literature can and has become the language of global citizens.
I am grateful and proud as one of my fellow writers who lived in the same era. I hope that after the award, we will heal the painful scars of our modern history and reveal the significance of literature from the sides of the weak.
Once again, we will be honored with the award congratulations.
🇰🇷
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It is a great honor for the writer himself, and I think it is also great news for everyone who speaks and speaks Korean.
As we all know, Korean was a language that was threatened by extinction throughout the colonial period.
The question of whether such a doomed language can proudly occupy a place in the constellation of world literature has been a matter of collective self-esteem that has dogged us since the liberation of Korea.
Han Kang clearly showed that Korean literature can and has become the language of global citizens.
I am grateful and proud as one of my fellow writers who lived in the same era. I hope that after the award, we will heal the painful scars of our modern history and reveal the significance of literature from the sides of the weak.
Once again, we will be honored with the award congratulations.
🇰🇷
• Source_Kim Young Ha on Instagram
Rich Dad, Poor Dad
- Robert Kiyosaki
A classic that explains basic financial concepts such as assets, liabilities and the importance of financial education. It is written in simple language and presents examples from everyday life.
- Robert Kiyosaki
A classic that explains basic financial concepts such as assets, liabilities and the importance of financial education. It is written in simple language and presents examples from everyday life.
On the Meaning of Life
Book · 1932 · ★★★★½
"On the Meaning of Life" is a book written by Will Durant, first published in 1932. Durant was a prolific American writer, historian, and philosopher, best known for his work "The Story of Civilization" written in collaboration with his wife A.
In this book, Durant explores the age-old question of life's meaning and purpose through a philosophical lens. He examines the reasons why humans continue to face life despite the despair and challenges that often lead to thoughts of suicide. The book questions what is ultimately meaningful and encourages readers to seek their own answers to this fundamental question.
Durant believes that the meaning of life cannot be answered in an absolute sense, as human minds are too small to comprehend life's entirety. However, he suggests that we can find meaning in life's instinctive cravings and natural fulfillments, such as vitality, health, and joy. Durant offers a thought-provoking perspective on the meaning of life.
Book · 1932 · ★★★★½
"On the Meaning of Life" is a book written by Will Durant, first published in 1932. Durant was a prolific American writer, historian, and philosopher, best known for his work "The Story of Civilization" written in collaboration with his wife A.
In this book, Durant explores the age-old question of life's meaning and purpose through a philosophical lens. He examines the reasons why humans continue to face life despite the despair and challenges that often lead to thoughts of suicide. The book questions what is ultimately meaningful and encourages readers to seek their own answers to this fundamental question.
Durant believes that the meaning of life cannot be answered in an absolute sense, as human minds are too small to comprehend life's entirety. However, he suggests that we can find meaning in life's instinctive cravings and natural fulfillments, such as vitality, health, and joy. Durant offers a thought-provoking perspective on the meaning of life.
The Kite Runner
Book · 2011 · ★★★★☆
The Kite Runner, written by Khaled Hosseini and published in 2003, is a powerful and emotionally charged novel set in Afghanistan. The story follows the journey of Amir, a young boy from Kabul, and explores themes of friendship, betrayal, guilt, and redemption.
The novel begins with Amir's childhood in Kabul, where he lives with his wealthy father, Baba, and their servants, Ali and Hassan. Amir and Hassan are close friends, but their relationship is complicated by social and ethnic divisions, as Amir is a Pashtun and Hassan is a Hazara.
As the novel progresses, Afghanistan's political situation deteriorates, and Amir and his father are forced to flee to the United States. Amir struggles to adjust to his new life, and his feelings of guilt and regret over his treatment of Hassan continue to haunt him.
The novel ends with Amir adopting Sohrab and returning to the United States, having finally found a measure of redemption and peace.
Book · 2011 · ★★★★☆
The Kite Runner, written by Khaled Hosseini and published in 2003, is a powerful and emotionally charged novel set in Afghanistan. The story follows the journey of Amir, a young boy from Kabul, and explores themes of friendship, betrayal, guilt, and redemption.
The novel begins with Amir's childhood in Kabul, where he lives with his wealthy father, Baba, and their servants, Ali and Hassan. Amir and Hassan are close friends, but their relationship is complicated by social and ethnic divisions, as Amir is a Pashtun and Hassan is a Hazara.
As the novel progresses, Afghanistan's political situation deteriorates, and Amir and his father are forced to flee to the United States. Amir struggles to adjust to his new life, and his feelings of guilt and regret over his treatment of Hassan continue to haunt him.
The novel ends with Amir adopting Sohrab and returning to the United States, having finally found a measure of redemption and peace.
As I was just telling @naomiii (who I think might like this channel) my latest read has been this exposé of the terrible conditions in which people in the Democratic Republic of the Congo labor to extract an element which powers much of the world's electronic devices- including the ones on which this is being written and read...
IMO, this is a book which everyone in Web3 should read, since we sit at the top of a "supply chain," at whose base tens of thousands of children, women and men live in misery and die in horrific ways.
My personal takeaway is that I need to leverage my own expertise to ask a question about an organization that appears to be missing in Kara's narrative - the UN mission in the DRC, whose mandate includes child protection and the monitoring of human rights violations. That question is probably going to be the basis of at least an essay, but probably a book...
IMO, this is a book which everyone in Web3 should read, since we sit at the top of a "supply chain," at whose base tens of thousands of children, women and men live in misery and die in horrific ways.
My personal takeaway is that I need to leverage my own expertise to ask a question about an organization that appears to be missing in Kara's narrative - the UN mission in the DRC, whose mandate includes child protection and the monitoring of human rights violations. That question is probably going to be the basis of at least an essay, but probably a book...
Zorba the Greek
Book · 1996 · ★★★★☆
Zorba the Greek is a novel written by Nikos Kazantzakis, first published in 1946. It tells the story of a young Greek intellectual who, seeking to escape his bookish life, meets and befriends the boisterous and enigmatic Alexis Zorba. Together, they embark on a journey of self-discovery and adventure, filled with memorable characters and thought-provoking themes.
The novel explores the contrast between intellectualism and living a life of action, highlighting the importance of embracing one's passions and living life to the fullest. Zorba's unbridled zest for life, music, and dance serves as a catalyst for the narrator's transformation, leading him to question his own values and choices.
Zorba the Greek has been adapted into a successful film and a stage musical, further cementing its status as a timeless and influential work of literature.
Book · 1996 · ★★★★☆
Zorba the Greek is a novel written by Nikos Kazantzakis, first published in 1946. It tells the story of a young Greek intellectual who, seeking to escape his bookish life, meets and befriends the boisterous and enigmatic Alexis Zorba. Together, they embark on a journey of self-discovery and adventure, filled with memorable characters and thought-provoking themes.
The novel explores the contrast between intellectualism and living a life of action, highlighting the importance of embracing one's passions and living life to the fullest. Zorba's unbridled zest for life, music, and dance serves as a catalyst for the narrator's transformation, leading him to question his own values and choices.
Zorba the Greek has been adapted into a successful film and a stage musical, further cementing its status as a timeless and influential work of literature.
The Train was on Time
Book · 1994 · ★★★½☆
"The Train Was on Time" is a novel by Nobel Prize-winning German author Heinrich Böll, first published in 1949. Set in World War II, the story follows the journey of a German soldier, Andreas, who boards a train on a 24-hour leave from a military hospital to visit his family in his hometown.
As Andreas travels on the train, he reflects on his past experiences in the war, particularly his involvement in a massacre of Polish civilians. His encounters with fellow passengers prompt him to question the morality of his actions and the overall purpose of the war.
Throughout the novel, Böll employs a blend of dark humor and poignant observations to highlight the absurdity and horror of war. He explores themes of guilt, morality, and the loss of individual identity in the face of collective violence.
"The Train Was on Time" is a powerful and thought-provoking narrative that delves into the devastating consequences of war on both soldiers and civilians.
Book · 1994 · ★★★½☆
"The Train Was on Time" is a novel by Nobel Prize-winning German author Heinrich Böll, first published in 1949. Set in World War II, the story follows the journey of a German soldier, Andreas, who boards a train on a 24-hour leave from a military hospital to visit his family in his hometown.
As Andreas travels on the train, he reflects on his past experiences in the war, particularly his involvement in a massacre of Polish civilians. His encounters with fellow passengers prompt him to question the morality of his actions and the overall purpose of the war.
Throughout the novel, Böll employs a blend of dark humor and poignant observations to highlight the absurdity and horror of war. He explores themes of guilt, morality, and the loss of individual identity in the face of collective violence.
"The Train Was on Time" is a powerful and thought-provoking narrative that delves into the devastating consequences of war on both soldiers and civilians.
When Ralph Gibson paid $4,000 to publish his first photo book, “The Somnambulist,” in 1970, he was nine months behind on his room at the Chelsea Hotel and two of his three Leicas were in pawn. He was 30 years old, and had spent the previous three years, in his words, “constantly in very straitened circumstances,” building a collection of his surrealist photographs at a time when fine art photography was not making much of a commercial profit.
Still, it was the beginning of a long and successful career.
“It was very strange,” Mr. Gibson says. “Suddenly I went from being an unknown pauper to being on my own two feet. I had a lot of publications, lectures, workshops, and prints were selling.”
Still, it was the beginning of a long and successful career.
“It was very strange,” Mr. Gibson says. “Suddenly I went from being an unknown pauper to being on my own two feet. I had a lot of publications, lectures, workshops, and prints were selling.”
Paris Nocturne
Book · 2015 · ★★★½☆
"Accident nocturne" (translated as "Paris Nocturne" in English) is a novel written by French author Patrick Modiano, published in 2003.Modiano, who received the Nobel Prize in Literature in 2014,is known for his poetic and introspective narratives that explore themes of memory,and identity.
The story takes place in the streets of Paris during the 1960s and is narrated by a young man who finds himself caught in a mysterious and enigmatic adventure after witnessing a car accident late at night. This event sets him on a journey through the city, filled with chance encounters,and an overwhelming sense of melancholy.
As the narrator attempts to piece together the events of that fateful evening and unravel the identities of those involved in the accident, he is forced to confront his own disillusionment with his feelings of rootlessness.
Modiano's atmospheric prose paints a vivid picture of Paris after dark, offering readers a glimpse into the city's secret corners.
Book · 2015 · ★★★½☆
"Accident nocturne" (translated as "Paris Nocturne" in English) is a novel written by French author Patrick Modiano, published in 2003.Modiano, who received the Nobel Prize in Literature in 2014,is known for his poetic and introspective narratives that explore themes of memory,and identity.
The story takes place in the streets of Paris during the 1960s and is narrated by a young man who finds himself caught in a mysterious and enigmatic adventure after witnessing a car accident late at night. This event sets him on a journey through the city, filled with chance encounters,and an overwhelming sense of melancholy.
As the narrator attempts to piece together the events of that fateful evening and unravel the identities of those involved in the accident, he is forced to confront his own disillusionment with his feelings of rootlessness.
Modiano's atmospheric prose paints a vivid picture of Paris after dark, offering readers a glimpse into the city's secret corners.
A Confederacy of Dunces
Book · 2007 · ★★★★★
"A Confederacy of Dunces" is a comedic novel written by American author John Kennedy Toole, published in 1980, eleven years after Toole's death. The story is set in New Orleans and follows the misadventures of its eccentric protagonist, Ignatius J. Reilly, a 30-year-old slacker with a larger-than-life personality and an aversion to work.
Ignatius, an educated but socially inept man, lives with his mother and spends his time indulging in his favorite activities, including eating, writing his philosophical musings, and watching movies. When his mother insists that he find a job, Ignatius embarks on a series of disastrous and hilarious misadventures, encountering a colorful cast of characters along the way.
"A Confederacy of Dunces" was awarded the Pulitzer Prize for Fiction in 1981, making John Kennedy Toole the first author to receive the prestigious award posthumously.
Book · 2007 · ★★★★★
"A Confederacy of Dunces" is a comedic novel written by American author John Kennedy Toole, published in 1980, eleven years after Toole's death. The story is set in New Orleans and follows the misadventures of its eccentric protagonist, Ignatius J. Reilly, a 30-year-old slacker with a larger-than-life personality and an aversion to work.
Ignatius, an educated but socially inept man, lives with his mother and spends his time indulging in his favorite activities, including eating, writing his philosophical musings, and watching movies. When his mother insists that he find a job, Ignatius embarks on a series of disastrous and hilarious misadventures, encountering a colorful cast of characters along the way.
"A Confederacy of Dunces" was awarded the Pulitzer Prize for Fiction in 1981, making John Kennedy Toole the first author to receive the prestigious award posthumously.
Hi guys. I did not receive the breastplate that earned in your round :(
Is this some kind of mistake?
Is this some kind of mistake?
The Kite Runner
Book · 2011 · ★★★★☆
"The Kite Runner" is a poignant and powerful novel written by Afghan-American author Khaled Hosseini, published in 2003. Set against the backdrop of Afghanistan's turbulent political and cultural history, the narrative revolves around the intertwined lives of two young boys—Amir and Hassan.
Amir, the son of a wealthy Pashtun merchant, and Hassan, the son of his father's Hazara servant, are raised together and form an unbreakable bond despite the differences in their social classes and ethnicities. The story unfolds through Amir's perspective, delving into themes such as family, betrayal, and redemption.
Hosseini masterfully intertwines the personal stories of Amir and Hassan with Afghanistan's tragic history, including the fall of the monarchy, the Soviet invasion, and the rise of the Taliban.
"The Kite Runner" is an emotionally gripping tale that explores the complex nature of human relationships, and the ultimate quest for forgiveness and atonement.
Book · 2011 · ★★★★☆
"The Kite Runner" is a poignant and powerful novel written by Afghan-American author Khaled Hosseini, published in 2003. Set against the backdrop of Afghanistan's turbulent political and cultural history, the narrative revolves around the intertwined lives of two young boys—Amir and Hassan.
Amir, the son of a wealthy Pashtun merchant, and Hassan, the son of his father's Hazara servant, are raised together and form an unbreakable bond despite the differences in their social classes and ethnicities. The story unfolds through Amir's perspective, delving into themes such as family, betrayal, and redemption.
Hosseini masterfully intertwines the personal stories of Amir and Hassan with Afghanistan's tragic history, including the fall of the monarchy, the Soviet invasion, and the rise of the Taliban.
"The Kite Runner" is an emotionally gripping tale that explores the complex nature of human relationships, and the ultimate quest for forgiveness and atonement.
Currently reading (listening to):
'Black Pill: How I witnessed the darkest corners of the Internet come to life, poison society, and capture American politics.'
I'm only an hour into the 8-hr listen, but so far it's touched on meme culture and rise of Pepe, the creation of 8chan, and the idiology of the black pill - the nihilistic notion that societal collapse is inevitable.
Will circle back with a full review, but wanted to drop this in /booksuggestions to support @inceptionally for his support of our ♣️.
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'Black Pill: How I witnessed the darkest corners of the Internet come to life, poison society, and capture American politics.'
I'm only an hour into the 8-hr listen, but so far it's touched on meme culture and rise of Pepe, the creation of 8chan, and the idiology of the black pill - the nihilistic notion that societal collapse is inevitable.
Will circle back with a full review, but wanted to drop this in /booksuggestions to support @inceptionally for his support of our ♣️.
tysm 🫶
Highly recommended to read;
The Cryptopians
The recent growth of crypto would have been all but impossible if not for a brilliant young man named Vitalik Buterin and his creation: Ethereum. In this book, Laura Shin takes readers inside the founding of this novel cryptocurrency network, which enabled users to launch their own new coins, thus creating a new crypto fever. She introduces readers to larger-than-life characters like Buterin, the Web3 wunderkind; his short-lived CEO, Charles Hoskinson; and Joe Lubin, a former Goldman Sachs VP who became one of crypto’s most well-known billionaires. Sparks fly as these outsized personalities fight for their piece of a seemingly limitless new business opportunity.
This fascinating book shows the crypto market for what it really is: a deeply personal struggle to influence the coming revolution in money, culture, and power.
The Cryptopians
The recent growth of crypto would have been all but impossible if not for a brilliant young man named Vitalik Buterin and his creation: Ethereum. In this book, Laura Shin takes readers inside the founding of this novel cryptocurrency network, which enabled users to launch their own new coins, thus creating a new crypto fever. She introduces readers to larger-than-life characters like Buterin, the Web3 wunderkind; his short-lived CEO, Charles Hoskinson; and Joe Lubin, a former Goldman Sachs VP who became one of crypto’s most well-known billionaires. Sparks fly as these outsized personalities fight for their piece of a seemingly limitless new business opportunity.
This fascinating book shows the crypto market for what it really is: a deeply personal struggle to influence the coming revolution in money, culture, and power.
I've read Harry Potter books more than 20 times and am still listening to audiobooks every night
It's not just the story now
I live there sometimes I have theories and very interesting ideas about it
I can tell every single scene with so much details and I've discovered a lot of holes in the story
But I love them because they saved me when I lost my mom
It's not just the story now
I live there sometimes I have theories and very interesting ideas about it
I can tell every single scene with so much details and I've discovered a lot of holes in the story
But I love them because they saved me when I lost my mom
the ginger man
Book · 1965 · ★★★½☆
The Ginger Man, written by J.P. Donleavy, is a groundbreaking novel first published in 1955. Set in post-war Dublin, Ireland, in 1947, the story follows the wild and often comical misadventures of Sebastian Dangerfield,a young American studying at Trinity College.The novel explores themes of hedonism, existentialism,and the search for meaning in a world recovering from the ravages of war.
The protagonist, Sebastian Dangerfield, is a larger-than-life character who indulges in alcohol, women, and brawling. Through his exploits and encounters with a colorful cast of characters,Donleavy highlights the complexities of the human experience,challenging societal norms.
The Ginger Man is widely regarded as a literary masterpiece,known for its vivid portrayal of 1940s Dublin, its bold and often controversial themes, and its unique narrative style. The novel has been praised for its influence on modern literature and remains an essential read for fans of literary fiction.
Book · 1965 · ★★★½☆
The Ginger Man, written by J.P. Donleavy, is a groundbreaking novel first published in 1955. Set in post-war Dublin, Ireland, in 1947, the story follows the wild and often comical misadventures of Sebastian Dangerfield,a young American studying at Trinity College.The novel explores themes of hedonism, existentialism,and the search for meaning in a world recovering from the ravages of war.
The protagonist, Sebastian Dangerfield, is a larger-than-life character who indulges in alcohol, women, and brawling. Through his exploits and encounters with a colorful cast of characters,Donleavy highlights the complexities of the human experience,challenging societal norms.
The Ginger Man is widely regarded as a literary masterpiece,known for its vivid portrayal of 1940s Dublin, its bold and often controversial themes, and its unique narrative style. The novel has been praised for its influence on modern literature and remains an essential read for fans of literary fiction.
How to Say No Without Feeling Guilty
Book · 2000
I wanted to read it to better reflect on saying no without dying in the attempt.
/booksuggestions
https://nook.social/content/6fa92326-c5f7-434a-b081-ad2b6ebc9f86
Book · 2000
I wanted to read it to better reflect on saying no without dying in the attempt.
/booksuggestions
https://nook.social/content/6fa92326-c5f7-434a-b081-ad2b6ebc9f86
This is one of the best books I've read yet. I'm not even from the Middle East, but Khaled made me feel like I can easily find hidden holes in Afghanistan. And the storyline? All I can say is when it was getting to the end, I started reading very slowly to delay the end.
Storyline: Amir lives in California with his wife Soraya. He receives a call from his uncle Rahim Khan who urges him to travel to Afghanistan and rescue the son of Amir's childhood servant and friend, Hassan.
Storyline: Amir lives in California with his wife Soraya. He receives a call from his uncle Rahim Khan who urges him to travel to Afghanistan and rescue the son of Amir's childhood servant and friend, Hassan.
Ikigai (生き甲斐, lit. 'a reason for being') is a Japanese concept referring to something that gives a person a sense of purpose, a reason for living. /booksuggestions
The Alchemist (Portuguese: O Alquimista) is a novel by Brazilian author Paulo Coelho which was first published in 1988. Originally written in Portuguese, it became a widely translated international bestseller. The story follows the shepherd boy Santiago in his journey across North Africa to the Egyptian pyramids after he dreams of finding a treasure there.
/booksuggestions
/booksuggestions
Slaughterhouse-Five
Book · 1999 · ★★★★☆
"Slaughterhouse-Five" is a 1969 anti-war novel by American author Kurt Vonnegut. The novel's nonlinear narrative centers on the life of Billy Pilgrim, an American soldier who becomes unstuck in time after witnessing the firebombing of Dresden during World War II.
The story blends historical fiction, science fiction, and satire as it follows Billy's experiences as a soldier, prisoner of war, and optometrist. Throughout his life, Billy claims to have been abducted by aliens called Tralfamadorians, who see all moments in time occurring simultaneously. This nonlinear perception of time allows Billy to revisit past events and gain insight into the absurdity and horror of war.
"Slaughterhouse-Five" is widely regarded as a masterpiece of American literature, addressing themes of free will, fate, and the senseless destruction of war. The novel's unique narrative structure, and powerful commentary on the human condition have made it a staple in literary discourse.
Book · 1999 · ★★★★☆
"Slaughterhouse-Five" is a 1969 anti-war novel by American author Kurt Vonnegut. The novel's nonlinear narrative centers on the life of Billy Pilgrim, an American soldier who becomes unstuck in time after witnessing the firebombing of Dresden during World War II.
The story blends historical fiction, science fiction, and satire as it follows Billy's experiences as a soldier, prisoner of war, and optometrist. Throughout his life, Billy claims to have been abducted by aliens called Tralfamadorians, who see all moments in time occurring simultaneously. This nonlinear perception of time allows Billy to revisit past events and gain insight into the absurdity and horror of war.
"Slaughterhouse-Five" is widely regarded as a masterpiece of American literature, addressing themes of free will, fate, and the senseless destruction of war. The novel's unique narrative structure, and powerful commentary on the human condition have made it a staple in literary discourse.
Moby Dick
Book · 1
Moby-Dick by Herman Melville, published in 1851, follows Captain Ahab’s obsessive quest to hunt the giant white whale, Moby Dick, which cost him his leg. The story is narrated by Ishmael, a sailor on Ahab’s ship, the Pequod.
SciFi /booksuggestions
Book · 1
Moby-Dick by Herman Melville, published in 1851, follows Captain Ahab’s obsessive quest to hunt the giant white whale, Moby Dick, which cost him his leg. The story is narrated by Ishmael, a sailor on Ahab’s ship, the Pequod.
SciFi /booksuggestions
There aren't too many science fiction writers who dare tackle the Technological Singularity for obvious reasons.
Charles Stross not only does it with joy, but he also pulls it off really well.
Accelerando is built from nine stories originally published separately, but they come together nicely into a novel in three parts, taking us from a time when human civilization is on the verge of reaching the Singularity to fully diving into it.
It's a novel full of incredible ideas, a true bombardment of 'sense of wonder,' along with well-developed and very interesting characters for the most part. Keep an eye on Aineko the cat!!
Btw If you're interested, Charles Stross has been generous enough to share a Creative Commons version of the novel on his own website, completely free: https://www.antipope.org/charlie/blog-static/fiction/accelerando/accelerando-intro.html
Charles Stross not only does it with joy, but he also pulls it off really well.
Accelerando is built from nine stories originally published separately, but they come together nicely into a novel in three parts, taking us from a time when human civilization is on the verge of reaching the Singularity to fully diving into it.
It's a novel full of incredible ideas, a true bombardment of 'sense of wonder,' along with well-developed and very interesting characters for the most part. Keep an eye on Aineko the cat!!
Btw If you're interested, Charles Stross has been generous enough to share a Creative Commons version of the novel on his own website, completely free: https://www.antipope.org/charlie/blog-static/fiction/accelerando/accelerando-intro.html
