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  The Way of Excellence - A Guide...

  Brad Stulberg

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  NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER 
  USA TODAY BESTSELLER 
  NEXT BIG IDEA CLUB MUST READ 
  The definitive book on excellence: a practical guide to creating, contributing, and actualizing your potential amid the craziness of modern life, from bestselling author Brad Stulberg 
  "An absolutely beautiful book."—Steve Kerr, nine-time NBA Champion; Coach of the Golden State Warriors and Team USA 
  Whether you are practicing guitar, pushing your limits at the gym, leading a team, honing a craft, studying medicine, or giving yourself the time and space to finally write that book, the pursuit of excellence is a big part of what makes life worth living—and it is for all of us. Unlike "pseudo-excellence," which is about hustle culture and hacks, genuine excellence is about challenging yourself in worthwhile endeavors, focusing on what matters most, and expressing the unique qualities that make you who you are. Too often, we get caught up in convenience and distraction to the detriment of our true potential. The good news is that we can set ourselves on a better path, one that includes more aliveness and resonance, more connection to self and others. 
  Here, Stulberg finds convergence between modern science, age-old philosophy, and daily practice to explain that we are wired to strive for excellence—it is what we are here to do, core to our humanity. Yet our environment often works against us. The path he shares to reclaim excellence means learning about:  
  Defining, living, and working in alignment with your valuesCultivating focus and concentrationThe power of prioritizing consistency over intensityBuilding durable confidenceThe connection between mastery and matteringDeveloping the courage to care deeplyDesigning environments that support excellenceSelecting goals based not just on what you want to achieve, but on who you want to becomeOvercoming the traps, pitfalls, and barriers to excellence including alienation, chasing a never-ending supply of dopamine, and addiction to external validation and the opinions of othersApplying the principles and insights of excellence to one's organizations and communities  
   
  At its core, excellence is a deeply-fulfilling process of becoming—the best performer, and person, you can be.

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  Buda's Wagon - A Brief History...

  Mike Davis

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  The brilliant and disturbing 100-year history of modern terrorism and car bombs—the ubiquitous weapon of urban mass destruction 
   
  On a September day in 1920, an angry Italian anarchist named Mario Buda exploded a horse-drawn wagon filled with dynamite and iron scrap near New York's Wall Street, killing forty people. Since Buda's prototype the car bomb has evolved into a "poor man's air force," a generic weapon of mass destruction that now craters cities from Bombay to Oklahoma City. 
   
  In this provocative history, Mike Davis traces the its worldwide use and development, in the process exposing the role of state intelligence agencies—particularly those of the United States, Israel, India, and Pakistan—in globalizing urban terrorist techniques. Davis argues that it is the incessant impact of car bombs, rather than the more apocalyptic threats of nuclear or bio-terrorism, that is changing cities and urban lifestyles, as privileged centers of power increasingly surround themselves with "rings of steel" against a weapon that nevertheless seems impossible to defeat.

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  Jane Austen's Little Book of...

  Jane Austen

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  The ultimate companion for the Jane Austen fan filled with her penetrating insights and humor on life, love, and death. “A valuable resource for any Austen lover to use for quick reference or to read through.” —Library Journal Jane Austen is one of the most popular female writers in history, best known for her stories of love, loss, and hope, which are cleverly intertwined with her witty insights into the traits and expectations of English Georgian society.   Here, in this stunning little book, you will be able to read hundreds of individual quotes from her famous works—from Pride and Prejudice and Emma to Persuasion and Sense and Sensibility—each prompting an emotional response, thoughtful musing, or even a little snigger at the wise and shrewd perceptions that Austen had of the world around her.   Utterly charming and very profound, fans of Jane Austen can revel in these much-loved quotes, while a new audience will be introduced to the joys that her books have provided since their publication many years ago. With each chapter focusing on a different theme—from Love & Longing to Female Strength—this gorgeous gift book is the perfect compilation of Austen’s funny, moving, and thought-provoking words.   Content of themes:  Love & Longing  Friendship  Society  Female Strength  Life & Death  Faith  Art & Literature “The wit of Jane Austen has for a partner the perfection of her taste.” —Virginia Woolf   

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  The Happiness Workbook for Women...

  Victoria Tyler

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  Hello beautiful woman! 
  - Would you like to wake up feeling good no matter what’s going on in your life at any time as you learn how to stress less and enjoy more? 
  - Do you always feel like happiness is just around the corner? ... (like when you finally lose some weight, make more money or find a partner?) 
  - Is your mood constantly hijacked by people or situations you have no control over? 
  - Have you achieved a lot of the goals you set for yourself and are left wondering, "Is this it?" 
  Are you … ? 
  - Struggling with your low moods? 
  - Feeling overwhelmed and over it? 
  - Feeling a sense of malaise and boredom at being so restricted in your activities? 
  - Worried about job security and unemployment? 
  - Dealing with too much togetherness with family or roommates and not enough time with friends? 
  Girl, I feel you! 
  This book will help you pinpoint what you must do to take back control of your life! You Can Be Happy! No Matter What. 
  This Workbook is designed to: 
  - Teach you the principles of happiness that are going to help you access your mental health and well-being all the time. 
  - Teach you how to be graceful when low and grateful when high as you become more resilient. 
  - Help you learn how to live presently with a deeper engagement in all you do. 
  - Improve all of your relationships as you become responsive versus reactive to everyone around you. 
  - Teach you the art of mindful living.You’ll unlock happiness by learning healthy habits regarding relationships, money, family, kids, social media, trust, fitness, and even buying coffee for strangers.

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  The Count of Monte Cristo

  Alexandre Dumas

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  A legendary story of injustice, survival, and the pursuit of vengeance that becomes something far greater.
  
  Wrongly imprisoned and robbed of his future, Edmond Dantès spends years in despair until a miraculous escape changes everything. With newfound knowledge, wealth, and determination, he transforms into the mysterious Count of Monte Cristo, stepping into a world that once destroyed him.
  
  As he reenters society, he carefully weaves a plan to confront those who betrayed him. But as revenge unfolds with precision and intelligence, deeper questions arise about justice, forgiveness, and the cost of hatred. Each move reveals the complexity of human ambition and moral consequence.
  
  Rich in adventure, emotion, and dramatic twists, this masterpiece explores the transformation of a man shaped by suffering into a figure of immense power and mystery. It remains one of the most celebrated works of classic literature, admired for its storytelling and unforgettable characters.
  
  Written by Alexandre Dumas, this novel continues to captivate readers with its powerful themes of revenge, hope, and redemption.

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  Eight Pillars Of Prosperity -...

  James Allen

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  In his 15th book, the author of As A Man Thinketh lays out the eight core characteristics required for growing lifelong prosperity. these are Energy, in body and mind; Economy, in prudent management of one's resources; Integrity in all your dealings; System in all your actions; Sympathy towards all men and things; Sincerity in your approach to the world and yourself; Self-reliance; and Impartiality in all judgement and action. 
  For each of these pillars, Allen explores the component parts of the pillar, building up a solid foundation for your existence that can weather any storm and emerge from it better and stronger.  
  The book's argument rests on Allen's belief in an absolute law of cause and effect in the mental and moral realm, which he views as just as fixed as the laws of physics. He asserts that circumstances are the direct result of one's inner thoughts and character. Therefore, cultivating these eight virtues is presented as the practical method to shape one's destiny and achieve true prosperity. 
  James Allen (1864–1912) was a British philosophical writer and a pioneer of the modern self-help and New Thought movements. He wrote Eight Pillars of Prosperity in the later stage of his career. This book is a practical extension of his core philosophy, providing a structured, virtue-based framework for applying that principle to achieve worldly success and stability.  
  His work is thematically aligned with that of other New Thought authors like Wallace D. Wattles (The Science of Getting Rich) and Florence Scovel Shinn (The Game of Life and How to Play It), who also emphasized the power of thought and spiritual law in achieving success.

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