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Discover the history of computing through 4 major threads of development in this compact, accessible history covering punch cards, Silicon Valley, smartphones, and much more.
In an accessible style, computer historian Paul Ceruzzi offers a broad though detailed history of computing, from the first use of the word “digital” in 1942 to the development of punch cards and the first general purpose computer, to the internet, Silicon...
In an accessible style, computer historian Paul Ceruzzi offers a broad though detailed history of computing, from the first use of the word “digital” in 1942 to the development of punch cards and the first general purpose computer, to the internet, Silicon...
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"Through the lens of their decades-long friendship and including exclusive interviews and details from previously classified documents, noted historian and New York Times bestselling author Steven M. Gillon examines John F. Kennedy Jr.'s life and legacy from before his birth to the day he died. Gillon covers the highs, the lows, and the surprising incidents, viewpoints, and relationships that John never discussed publicly, revealing the full story...
3) Earth abides
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First published in 1949, award-winning Earth Abides is one of the most influential science-fiction novels of the twentieth century. It remains a fresh, provocative story of apocalyptic pandemic, societal collapse, and rebirth.
The cabin had always been a special retreat for Isherwood Williams, a haven from the demands of society. But one day while hiking, Ish was bitten by a rattlesnake, and the solitude he had so desired took on dire new significance.
He...
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"An intriguing narrative of literary ambition and family dysfunction-betrayal, drug addiction, and madness-that begins during the Spanish Civil War." -Amanda Vaill, The New York Times Book Review
In this absorbing and atmospheric historical narrative, journalist Aaron Shulman takes us deeply into the circumstances surrounding the Spanish Civil War through the lives, loves, and poetry of the Paneros, Spain's most compelling and eccentric family,...
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In Essentials of Emotional Intelligence, Dr. John Demartini puts into perspective how your perceptions affect your reality and why Emotional Intelligence is so important in the achievement of your goals and dreams.
Your emotions are likely based on previous experiences, the subordination to outside ideals and norms that you're "supposed" to live by, your own personal experiences, the fantasy you have made about your life that you dream about that...
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An NPR Best Book of the Year
A 2020 International Latino Book Award Finalist
An Entertainment Weekly, The Millions, and LitHub Most Anticipated Book of the Year
This unforgettable memoir from a prize-winning poet about growing up undocumented in the United States recounts the sorrows and joys of a family torn apart by draconian policies and chronicles one young man's attempt to build a future in a nation that denies his existence.
"You were...
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A meditation on the author's struggles with alcoholism draws on memories from his early years to discuss his childhood struggles with dyslexia, boarding-school education, long-missing sibling, and rehabilitation efforts at a time when addiction was less understood.
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Add years to your life and life to your years with #1 New York Times bestselling author Dr. Joel Fuhrman no-nonsense, results-driven nutrition plan that will help you look and feel your best inside and out.
Food to Live is the first book to showcase Dr. Joel Fuhrman's Nutritarian Diet in full-the most practical, balanced, and focused way to eat, lose weight, and live longer. Emphasizing high nutrient, whole plant foods that supply abundant amounts...
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Transform your financial present and future so you can give back to the people you care about the most
In Millionaire Habits: How to Achieve Financial Independence, Retire Early, and Make a Difference by Focusing on Yourself First, popular personal finance educator Steve Adcock delivers a fun, insightful, and hands-on discussion of how to build financial security, retire early, and give back to the community. You'll learn to focus on yourself and...
10) The Ville Rat
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The tenth book in the critically acclaimed Ernie Bascom and George SueNo series set in South Korea in the 1970s. South Korea, 1974: A young Korean woman is found strangled to death on the frozen banks of the Sonyu River with only a carefully calligraphed poem on her person. Sergeants George SueNo and Ernie Bascom, agents in the US 8th Army CID, are called in by the formidable KNP detective Gil Kwon-up to investigate. As they begin to investigate,...
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Are some of your friends confident, happy, healthy and fit? Do you wish you were like them? Do you want to lift yourself up from unhappiness and confusion? It's easy. Once you learn how to use the inner powers which you already possess, you will be able to open the locked door of fear and enter into the glorious life you desire.
This book will teach you the basics of the laws of mind and the foundations of positive thinking that can help you move...
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The ultimate marketing resource from the world's leading scholars
From the world's #1 MBA marketing program comes the latest edition of Kellogg on Marketing, presented by Philip Kotler and Alexander Chernev. With hundreds of pages of brand-new material on timely topics, like creating value to disrupt markets, defensive marketing strategies, strategic customer management, building strong brands, and marketing in the metaverse, the book explores foundational...
13) The Line
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The Korean Demilitarized Zone, 1970s: A battered corpse is found a few feet north of the line dividing North and South Korea. When 8th Army CID Agents George Sueno and Ernie Bascom are ordered by superiors to pull the body to South Korean side, they have no idea of the international conflict the action will spark. Before war breaks out, they must discover who killed Corporal Noh Jong-bae, a young Korean civilian augmented to the US Army who had few...
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A hands-on risk management playbook for nonprofit leaders, funders, and advisors
Managing Your Nonprofit for Resilience: Use Lean Risk Management to Improve Performance and Increase Engagement, experienced nonprofit risk management expert Ted Bilich delivers a comprehensive and engaging exploration of how to keep your nonprofit vibrant, proactive, and out of trouble. In the book, you'll learn how the world's best charitable organizations employ lean...
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When it comes to competitive strategy, knowing what your competition is doing is good; understanding why they do what they do and predicting what they are going to do next is best.
Leading companies invest a lot of resources into competitive intelligence, so why are they still caught off guard by the actions and reactions of their competitors?
In Inside the Competitor's Mindset, John Horn shares proven techniques to help businesses think like the...
16) I'm New Here
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Maria is from Guatemala, Jin is from Korea, and Fatima is from Somalia. All three are immigrants and new to their American elementary school, and each has trouble speaking, writing, and sharing ideas in English. Through self-determination and with encouragement from their peers and teachers, the students learn to feel confident and comfortable in their new school without losing a sense of their home country, language, and identity. Young readers...
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Venture capitalist Brian Dovey offers readers a personal, humorous, story-driven compendium of practical advice for navigating the risky entrepreneurial journey.
The Idea Is the Easy Part counters widespread myths of failure and success with lessons learned from Dovey's decades of hands-on experience.
Today's entrepreneurs can earn celebrity and billionaire status. Our books, movies, and TV shows seem to say that with a big idea and a jazzy elevator...
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ARE YOU AS PRODUCTIVE AS YOU WANT TO BE? OR AS YOU COULD BE?
In this powerful and provocative audiobook, Dr. John Demartini shows you how to overcome the biggest blocks to productivity and streamline your path to success and happiness.
He shows you how to boost your productivity by deter¬mining your true values and organizing your goals to accom¬plish them. You'll learn:
• How to identify your highest value in life.
• How to link your work...
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Transform your relationship with money into one that powers true wellbeing. Money can buy happiness when you spend it on wellness.
In Happy Money Happy Life: A Multidimensional Approach to Health, Wealth, and Financial Freedom, celebrated writer, speaker, and entrepreneur Jason Vitug delivers an exciting and practical discussion at the intersection of our mental and emotional health and our money. You'll explore the importance of physical and spiritual...
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It's time to build your fortune!
If your goal is to have your passive income exceed your active income so that you're free to do what you love, meaning you work because you love to, not because you have to, then let John Demartini teach you the proven psychology and strategies for wealth building.
He offers inspiring insights on how to master the inner mindset of wise investing, effective and efficient strategies for creating money making opportunities,...
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