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On War

On War

A timeless classic about the principles of war by one of its most renowned thinkers.
The Book of Five Rings

The Book of Five Rings

The Book of Five Rings is a classic martial arts text by Miyamoto Musashi, renowned as the greatest swordsman of all time.
Winning the Story Wars: Why Those Who Tell (and Live) the Best Stories Will Rule the Future

Winning the Story Wars: Why Those Who Tell (and Live) the Best Stories Will Rule the Future

"This book examines how crafting effective stories can help people and businesses make an impact in the digital age."
Alibaba – The House That Jack Ma Built

Alibaba – The House That Jack Ma Built

A captivating biography of Jack Ma, the humble charismatic founder of Alibaba, the world's most valuable e-commerce platform.
The Count of Monte Cristo

The Count of Monte Cristo

An epic adventure of a wrongly accused man seeking revenge and redemption in the 19th century Mediterranean.
The Black Count: Glory, Revolution, Betrayal, and the Real Count of Monte Cristo

The Black Count: Glory, Revolution, Betrayal, and the Real Count of Monte Cristo

A thrilling historical journey about the forgotten hero: Alex Dumas, father of the iconic writer and a real-life inspiration for The Count of Monte Cristo.
Candide

Candide

A satirical novel exploring man's search for optimism in an often bleak and unjust world.
Here Comes Everybody: The Power of Organizing Without Organizations

Here Comes Everybody: The Power of Organizing Without Organizations

Explores how digital tools are transforming how everyday people come together, organize, and share resources to create social movements.
Built to Last: Successful Habits of Visionary Companies

Built to Last: Successful Habits of Visionary Companies

"Built to Last" examines the common characteristics of enduring, high-performing businesses and offers lasting advice for their success.
Stress Test: Reflections on Financial Crises

Stress Test: Reflections on Financial Crises

A must-read for anyone interested in the 2008 financial crisis, Geithner's "Stress Test" provides insight into the unprecedented actions taken by key players.
Zen Mind, Beginner’s Mind: Informal Talks on Zen Meditation and Practice

Zen Mind, Beginner’s Mind: Informal Talks on Zen Meditation and Practice

A classic guide to zen meditation and practice, with informal talks from renowned teacher Shunryu Suzuki, to gain insight and clarity.
Our Final Invention: Artificial Intelligence and the End of the Human Era

Our Final Invention: Artificial Intelligence and the End of the Human Era

A thought-provoking book examining how Artificial Intelligence could cause the end of the human era, by James Barrat.
When Breath Becomes Air

When Breath Becomes Air

A poignant memoir of a fatal diagnosis and a young neurosurgeon's search for meaning in life.
Superintelligence: Paths, Dangers, Strategies

Superintelligence: Paths, Dangers, Strategies

Exploration of potential risks and benefits of artificial superintelligent beings, enabling strategies to maximize positive outcomes.
Ender’s Game

Ender’s Game

A military science fiction novel about a young boy's extraordinary strategic and tactical skills used to save humanity.
Genome: The Autobiography of a Species in 23 Chapters

Genome: The Autobiography of a Species in 23 Chapters

This novel chronicles a journey through our understanding of the human genome and its scientific implications.
The Beginning of Infinity: Explanations That Transform the World

The Beginning of Infinity: Explanations That Transform the World

A journey into the world of Physics and Philosophy, exploring the limitless possibilities of knowledge and creativity.
China’s Mobile Economy: Opportunities in the Largest and Fastest Information Consumption Boom

China’s Mobile Economy: Opportunities in the Largest and Fastest Information Consumption Boom

Gain an in-depth understanding of China's mobile economy with this book – explore the vast opportunities of the world’s largest and fastest information consumption boom.
Where Good Ideas Come From: The Natural History of Innovation

Where Good Ideas Come From: The Natural History of Innovation

A non-fiction exploration of the history, science, and geography of innovation and creativity.
Playing to Win: How Strategy Really Works

Playing to Win: How Strategy Really Works

A practical guide to developing effective strategy and executing it successfully.
Competing Against Time

Competing Against Time

A groundbreaking book on business strategy that looks at the importance of reducing cycle times in the manufacturing process.
Poor Economics: A Radical Rethinking of the Way to Fight Global Poverty

Poor Economics: A Radical Rethinking of the Way to Fight Global Poverty

"Poor Economics" offers an innovative approach to fighting global poverty, with revolutionary ideas from renowned economists Abhijit Banerjee and Esther Duflo.
The Road to Serfdom: Text and Documents–The Definitive Edition

The Road to Serfdom: Text and Documents–The Definitive Edition

"The definitive edition of Friedrich Hayek's award-winning analysis of freedom and government control, exploring free-market economics and socialism."
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