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The Alchemist Summary
Price: $2.99 USD. Words: 6,130. Language: English. Published: August 31, 2016 . Categories: Nonfiction » New Age » Spiritualism
Learn About Your Personal Journey And The Legend Of The Alchemist In A Fraction Of The Time It Takes To Read The Actual Book!!! Oftentimes, life leads a person on a quest of contemplative knowledge. Each person experiences this at some point or another during a lifetime seeking only the deepest of answers to the deepest of questions.
Eat Dirt | Summary
Price: $2.99 USD. Words: 4,930. Language: English. Published: August 15, 2016 . Categories: Nonfiction » Health, wellbeing, & medicine » Macrobiotics, Nonfiction » Health, wellbeing, & medicine » Healthcare issues
The gut is very important because it is the control panel for a person’s overall state of health. When a person is healthy their intestinal lining works the same way as a filter does. A healthy gut has the ability to keep out bad toxins and keep in good elements. When the gut is overloaded with too many bad toxins the intestinal walls will begin to break down as a result.
The Power of the Other | Summary
Price: $2.99 USD. Words: 5,140. Language: English. Published: August 12, 2016 . Categories: Nonfiction » Social Science » Social psychology, Nonfiction » Self-improvement » Personal Growth / Success
Henry cloud is the author of the self-help book called the power of the other. This is a book that shows some different ways that people influence each other. This book was written in order to teach people how to build healthy relationships so that they can improve their own lives in addition to the lives of others.
Year of Yes: How to Dance It Out, Stand In the Sun and Be Your Own Person | Summary
Price: $2.99 USD. Words: 5,260. Language: English. Published: June 10, 2016 . Categories: Nonfiction » Self-improvement » Confidence & self-esteem, Nonfiction » Biography » Woman biographies
This summary of Shonda Rhimes’ book ‘Year of Yes’: How to Dance It Out, Stand in the Sun and Be Your Own Person gives a chapter by chapter detail followed by an analysis and appraisal of the strengths and weaknesses of the book itself. The book has a main theme of how to be yourself while being more positive in these daily routines and it leads Shona Rhimes to discover aspects about herself
The Devil's Chessboard: Allen Dulles, the CIA, and the Rise of America's Secret Government | Summary
Price: $2.99 USD. Words: 7,960. Language: English. Published: June 10, 2016 . Categories: Nonfiction » History » American, Nonfiction » Politics & Current Affairs » Communism & socialism
The Devil’s Chessboard is a well-researched, insightful read into the life and legacy of Allen Dulles and the CIA. It gives numerous examples of how Dulles was not simply content to stay on American soil to fulfill American interests. As the director and founder of the CIA, Dulles exerts enormous power and influence over the nations of the world.
Thomas Jefferson and the Tripoli Pirates: The Forgotten War That Changed American History | Summary
Price: $2.99 USD. Words: 4,700. Language: English. Published: June 10, 2016 . Categories: Nonfiction » History » Africa » Northern region, Nonfiction » History » Military » Military / United States
The United States of America fought hard to become an independent nation in the latter half of the eighteenth century. A select few of these battles are remembered more than others, and they overshadow one of the most decisive victories this budding nation acquired. Brian Kilmeade and Don Yaeger’s Thomas Jefferson and the Tripoli Pirates Summary
The Short and Tragic Life of Robert Peace: A Brilliant Young Man Who Left Newark for the Ivy League | Summary
Price: $2.99 USD. Words: 5,840. Language: English. Published: June 10, 2016 . Categories: Nonfiction » Biography » People of color, Nonfiction » Biography » Teachers & educators
In The Short and Tragic Life of Robert Peace, Jeff Hobbs’ seamlessly weaves the socioeconomic and racial realities of the residents of Newark, New Jersey while highlighting the story of a mother and son, Jackie and Robert Peace. Hobbs’ research and intimate writing style provides the reader with an in-depth view of what Jackie endured to give her son a chance at a better life.
Codependent No More: How to Stop Controlling Others and Start Caring for Yourself | Summary
Price: $2.99 USD. Words: 5,660. Language: English. Published: June 3, 2016 . Categories: Nonfiction » Self-improvement » Codependency, Nonfiction » Self-improvement » Addiction & recovery
Melody Beattie’s self-help book, Codependent No More, explains the characteristics of codependency and how people can work to overcome it. This book was published in l986 and was written at a time when codependency was not fully recognized by the medical community and mental health organizations. Codependency can be defined as emotional or psychological dependence on another person.
The Happiness Project | Summary
Price: $2.99 USD. Words: 8,680. Language: English. Published: June 3, 2016 . Categories: Nonfiction » Self-improvement » Confidence & self-esteem, Nonfiction » Inspiration » Personal inspiration
Gretchen Rubin’s book begins with the “story behind the story.” In “Getting Started,” Gretchen shares what sparked the whole idea of a “Happiness Project” to begin with. The idea was rooted in nothing more fateful than a bus ride. It was a typical day and a typical commute when Gretchen caught sight out the bus window of a woman juggling an umbrella, a cell phone, and a child.
The Devil in the White City: A Saga of Magic and Murder at the Fair that Changed America | Summary
Price: $2.99 USD. Words: 6,340. Language: English. Published: June 3, 2016 . Categories: Nonfiction » History » Modern / 17th Century, Nonfiction » Politics & Current Affairs » City planning
In 1912, Daniel Burnham and his family are aboard the RMS Olympic, the second largest cruise ship in the world and sister ship to the Titanic. Burnham has gained fame and wealth from aiding in the construction of the World’s Fair at Chicago in 1893. The events that took place at the 1893 World's Fair are examined including the story of a notorious serial killer.
A Mind for Numbers | Summary
Price: $2.99 USD. Words: 6,310. Language: English. Published: June 3, 2016 . Categories: Nonfiction » Science & Nature » Mathematics » Mathematical Analysis, Nonfiction » Science & Nature » Mathematics » Algebra / General
Here Is A Preview Of What You'll Learn When You Download Your Copy Today • How To Transform Your Life By Learning How To Effectively Solve Problems • The Reason Why Most People Today Fail On Math And Science Tests • Learn How To Stop Feeling Frustrated When You Are Stuck On A Problem
The Industries of the Future | Summary
Price: $2.99 USD. Words: 5,350. Language: English. Published: June 3, 2016 . Categories: Nonfiction » Business & Economics » Careers, Nonfiction » Career Guides » Computer Science
Chapter one focuses on robotics, chapter two on life sciences, chapter three on movement from physical money to virtual money, and finally chapter four on cyber security. Chapter five breaks down how big data can be used as a raw material and how it can work hand in hand with the above innovations for the greater good.
13 Hours: The Inside Account of What Really Happened in Benghazi | Summary
Price: $2.99 USD. Words: 4,740. Language: English. Published: June 3, 2016 . Categories: Nonfiction » Politics & Current Affairs » Current affairs, Nonfiction » Politics & Current Affairs » Terrorism
Obama and Clinton claim that the movie "Innocence of Muslims" along with the already volatile situation in Benghazi triggered the attacks. They denied any reports that Al-Qaeda played any major role in orchestrating what happened. The Senate Intelligence Committee that was part of the investigation noted in its report that the situation could have been prevented
A More Beautiful Question: The Power of Inquiry to Spark Breakthrough Ideas | Summary
Price: $2.99 USD. Words: 6,160. Language: English. Published: May 24, 2016 . Categories: Nonfiction » Business & Economics » Management science, Nonfiction » Business & Economics » Production & operations management
Warren Berger explains in the introduction that he is a journalist and, therefore, asks questions for his profession. A few years before this book was published, he wrote a series of articles, which eventually became part of a book, on the art and science of questioning. He interviewed innovators of business, designers, inventors, and engineers, to learn how they overcame challenges.
The Confidence Code: The Science and Art of Self-Assurance | Summary
Price: $2.99 USD. Words: 6,450. Language: English. Published: May 24, 2016 . Categories: Nonfiction » Self-improvement » Emotional healing, Nonfiction » Self-improvement » Confidence & self-esteem
In The Confidence Code: The Science and Art of Self-Assurance—What Women Should Know, Katty Kay and Claire Shipman attempt to define confidence, to determine how it is developed, and to give guidelines for developing it. Without confidence, you lack boldness and faith in your abilities, and this dearth can greatly affect your mental health as well as your career success.
How We Got to Now: Six Innovations That Made The Modern World | Summary
Price: $2.99 USD. Words: 5,540. Language: English. Published: May 24, 2016 . Categories: Nonfiction » Business & Economics » Business administration, Nonfiction » Science & Nature » Experiments & Projects
While inventions are exciting, it is important to remember that the innovations in this book belong to everyday, normal life, not science fiction. Johnson details several groundbreaking yet simple inventions (air-conditioning, a glass of clean drinking water, etc.) that utterly changed our lives, and how these changes further inspired more ingenuity and occurrences.
Sick in the Head: Conversations about Life and Comedy | Summary
Price: $2.99 USD. Words: 9,150. Language: English. Published: May 24, 2016 . Categories: Nonfiction » Biography » Celebrity biography, Nonfiction » Entertainment » Celebrity culture
Judd Apatow, the comedic mastermind behind films like Knocked Up, Funny People, and most recently Trainwreck, starts his book of interviews by telling us why his obsession over comedy never faltered during the course of his life. He grew up watching comedic greats like Steve Martin and George Carlin, and their talent inspired a love affair for comedy that only grew as time went on.
Strengths Finder 2.0 | Summary
Price: $2.99 USD. Words: 4,210. Language: English. Published: May 24, 2016 . Categories: Nonfiction » Self-improvement » Personal Growth / Success, Nonfiction » Business & Economics » Development / business development
Tom Rath explains that StrengthsFinder really began in 1998 when he, along with his team of scientists, explored what is right with people rather than what is wrong with them. In today's world, we tend to focus on weakness rather than strength, and that is wrong for many reasons. Rath decided to challenge that way of thinking. With the help of his team.
Lights Out: A Cyberattack, A Nation Unprepared, Surviving the Aftermath | Summary
Price: $2.99 USD. Words: 5,580. Language: English. Published: May 17, 2016 . Categories: Nonfiction » True Crime » Computer Crime, Nonfiction » Politics & Current Affairs » Terrorism
Ted Koppel is well known for his role as a television news broadcaster from Nightline News, but he is also the author of Lights Out. In this book Koppel talks about what would happen to the United States if there was ever an attack on the electrical power distribution grid.
Summary The Achievement Habit: Stop Wishing, Start Doing, and Take Command of Your Life Summary and Analysis
Price: $2.99 USD. Words: 9,350. Language: English. Published: May 17, 2016 . Categories: Nonfiction » Self-improvement » Motivation & inspiration, Nonfiction » Business & Economics » Small business & entrepreneurship
• How Anyone Can Learn What It Takes To Accomplish Their Goals In Life • The Reason Why Teams And Groups Are So Important • Learn Why Most People Never Achieve Their Dreams
Team of Teams: New Rules of Engagement for A Complex World | Summary
Price: $2.99 USD. Words: 8,270. Language: English. Published: May 17, 2016 . Categories: Nonfiction » Business & Economics » Management science, Nonfiction » Politics & Current Affairs » Terrorism
The inspiration behind this book came from the fight against terrorist cells in the Middle East. The United States Military forces discovered that they had to adapt their war strategy in order to be effective against these terrorists. Their adaptations in strategy proved to be massively successful and they can be applied to any organization. Especially today’s businesses and corporations.
Spymistress: The True Story of the Greatest Female Secret Agent of World War II: Summary
Price: $2.99 USD. Words: 6,300. Language: English. Published: May 17, 2016 . Categories: Nonfiction » Biography » Woman biographies, Nonfiction » History » Holocaust
“There is safety in conjecture,” Atkins grew up learning to be a mass of conflictions. This served her well in later life by helping to confuse her enemies. Upon her relocation to Britain, Atkins followed another piece of her father's advice when he advised her not to sign any paperwork. She created her own identity and took her maternal grandfather's surname.
Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less | Summary
Price: $2.99 USD. Words: 5,770. Language: English. Published: May 16, 2016 . Categories: Nonfiction » Philosophy » Ancient philosophy, Nonfiction » Philosophy » Eastern
This book will teach people how to reduce the amount of stress they feel in addition to increasing the energy that they possess. The teachings found in essentialism have been around for thousands of years, but they have not been utilized by many people in the Western Hemisphere. Many intellects and spiritual masters from the Eastern world have been teaching these principles.
Introvert Power - Why your inner life is your hidden strength | Summary
Price: $2.99 USD. Words: 6,740. Language: English. Published: April 24, 2016 . Categories: Nonfiction » Psychology » Developmental / lifespan development, Nonfiction » Psychology » Interpersonal relations
Introverts often feel stressed because in the USA, it's all about thinking on your feet and making instant decisions, partially because modern technology makes it possible for people to be contactable 24/7. It is in the nature of introverts that they want to think things through, and make decisions they can feel comfortable with (and not regret later).
It Starts With Food | Summary
Price: $2.99 USD. Words: 5,930. Language: English. Published: April 24, 2016 . Categories: Nonfiction » Health, wellbeing, & medicine » Medicine » Holistic medicine, Nonfiction » Health, wellbeing, & medicine » Body cleansing & detoxification
Our health is better or worse depending on what kind of food we eat. Healthy food makes us healthy, unhealthy food makes us unhealthy. If we concentrate on eating clean, natural, healthy foods; we will have more energy, sleep better, improve athletic performances, be happier, and even have less cravings for unhealthy foods.
Think Like A Freak: The Authors Of Freakonomics Offer To Retrain Your Brain | Summary
Price: $2.99 USD. Words: 6,910. Language: English. Published: April 24, 2016 . Categories: Nonfiction » Business & Economics » Economics / theory, Nonfiction » Business & Economics » Economics / comparative
When the authors are talking about thinking like a freak, they are referring to a person’s ability to think about situations like an economist. There is the basic idea that if you give a man a fish, you feed him for a day, but if you teach him how to fish, you will feed him for a lifetime. When people understand how to correctly evaluate any situation, they will be more likely to find a solution
Flash Boys: A Wall Street Revolt | Summary
Price: $2.99 USD. Words: 5,820. Language: English. Published: April 24, 2016 . Categories: Nonfiction » Business & Economics » E-commerce / online trading, Nonfiction » Business & Economics » Investments & securities / stocks
The content keeps tabs on high frequency exchanging (HFT) in monetary markets. Lewis states that "The business is fixed" by HFT brokers who front run requests put by investors. The entire book has a number of different claims and interesting information (some of which is, of course, debated among professionals that are in the field).
Wheat Belly: Lose the Wheat, Lose the Weight, and Find your Path Back to Health | Summary
Price: $2.99 USD. Words: 7,730. Language: English. Published: April 24, 2016 . Categories: Nonfiction » Health, wellbeing, & medicine » Nutrition, Nonfiction » Health, wellbeing, & medicine » Food-content guides
In the past, a pot belly was a status symbol, but today many people have them. People in America usually call them beer bellies. After recent scientific discoveries about wheat were conducted, doctors came to the conclusion that pot belly fat has more to do with wheat than beer. This book refers to a pot belly as a wheat belly. A wheat belly is defined as...
Americanah | Summary
Price: $2.99 USD. Words: 5,890. Language: English. Published: April 17, 2016 . Categories: Fiction » African American fiction » Urban life, Fiction » African American fiction » Contemporary woman
Adichie’s Americanah is an enlightening, yet educational epic, based on the lives of Ifemelu and her childhood boyfriend, Obinze. The story spans three countries, America, Nigeria and the UK, while highlighting the issue of race and the oft-romanticized view of the West. It also shines a light on the nature of corruption in Nigeria and how it affects its citizens.
Liar, Temptress, Soldier, Spy | Summary
Price: $2.99 USD. Words: 7,370. Language: English. Published: April 17, 2016 . Categories: Nonfiction » History » War, Nonfiction » History » Military » Military / United States
It is easy to feel an overwhelming sense of empowerment while reading Liar, Temptress, Soldier, Spy: Four Women Undercover in The Civil War. In a time where women were considered the weaker or fairer sex, before they were given the vote, and in a time where they were expected to maintain a certain air of etiquette. These four women chose their own fates.
Code of Conduct | Summary
Price: $2.99 USD. Words: 9,130. Language: English. Published: April 17, 2016 . Categories: Fiction » Thriller & suspense » Psychological thriller, Fiction » Thriller & suspense » Spies & espionage
The issue of life and death is covered in this book. The main character shows that a person will do whatever it takes to preserve life when they are faced with the possibility of death. Many political issues are also covered in this book. Nations like Israel and the Congo are both very volatile places and they reflect the struggle between life and death.
Killing Reagan | Summary
Price: $2.99 USD. Words: 4,950. Language: English. Published: April 17, 2016 . Categories: Nonfiction » History » American, Nonfiction » Biography » Presidents & heads of state
“Killing Reagan: The Violent Assault that Changed the Presidency” was written by Bill O’Reilly and Martin Dugard. The book takes a look at the life of former President Ronald Reagan both in and out of the White House. • How Nancy Reagan Took Control Over Ronald's Presidency • The Reason Why Reagan Left Hollywood Movies For Washington Politics • Learn About The Assassination Attempt
Straight to Hell: True Tales of Deviance, Debauchery, and Million Dollar Deals | Summary
Price: $2.99 USD. Words: 7,510. Language: English. Published: April 17, 2016 . Categories: Nonfiction » Biography » Business biography, Nonfiction » Business & Economics » Investments & securities / bonds
The book Straight to Hell takes a look inside the world of investing and stock trading. This book is from the perspective of John LeFevre. John tells the story starting from the time he attended boarding school up until the peak of his career. He gives an uncensored look into his life and the life of many of his colleagues.
How to Raise an Adult | Summary
Price: $2.99 USD. Words: 7,880. Language: English. Published: April 10, 2016 . Categories: Nonfiction » Parenting » Childhood development, Nonfiction » Parenting » Teens
Many parents today are pressured by society. Society has set very high standards, but parents should set their own standards in life. Setting standards will cultivate a sense of freedom. Many parents think the world is a dangerous place, but it is much safer than they might think. A checklist of things for a child to accomplish in life provides too much structure and takes away from the freedom.
Blackout: Remembering the Things I Drank to Forget | Summary
Price: $2.99 USD. Words: 7,690. Language: English. Published: April 10, 2016 . Categories: Nonfiction » Biography » Woman biographies, Nonfiction » Self-improvement » Addiction & recovery
The book Blackout is different from other books about recovering alcoholics. This book is not just for people who are recovering from alcoholism it is also for people who know alcoholics. Sarah explains how alcohol was her way for dealing with life’s problems. This caused her to grow up without actually learning how to deal with problems on her own.
Ally: My Journey Across the American-Israeli Divide | Summary
Price: $2.99 USD. Words: 6,240. Language: English. Published: April 10, 2016 . Categories: Nonfiction » Biography » Political biography, Nonfiction » Politics & Current Affairs » Current affairs
Ally as an account of Michael Oren's life is mainly focused on his thoughts, feelings, and achievements while serving as Israeli ambassador to the US government. Politically and historically accurate, it brings about a sense of how it might feel to know the land of your ancient ancestors and the land of your faith when under violent attack by enemies.
Accidental Saints | Summary
Price: $2.99 USD. Words: 5,680. Language: English. Published: April 10, 2016 . Categories: Nonfiction » Religion & Spirituality » Christian Life / Women’s Issues, Nonfiction » Biography » Religious biography
Nadia is a woman who grew up with a very strict view of how to imagine Christ, God, and the Bible. Because of that she felt she just couldn’t live up to what she was taught so she withdrew and became a different person. She went through trials and tribulations. Maybe more than some of us do. She was a drug user and abused alcohol.
The Happiness Advantage | Summary
Price: $2.99 USD. Words: 7,590. Language: English. Published: April 6, 2016 . Categories: Nonfiction » Self-improvement » Depression, Nonfiction » Self-improvement » Confidence & self-esteem
The name of Shawn Achor’s first book is “The Happiness Advantage: The Seven Principles of Positive Psychology that Fuel Success and Performance at Work” and it was released in September of 2010. This book is responsible for changing the way that people from all over the world conduct their lives and careers.
Seven Principles For Making Marriage Work | Summary
Price: $2.99 USD. Words: 6,200. Language: English. Published: April 6, 2016 . Categories: Nonfiction » Relationships & Family » Marriage, Nonfiction » Relationships & Family » Dysfunctional relationships
Marriage is an ancient institution that spreads across the ages. Different rituals, depending on the faith of the two people getting married, are performed. The term 'marriage' encompasses much more than the simple repetition of prayers, performance of rites, or ceremonies. It also describes a commitment of two people which is meant to endure through the duration of those individuals' lives.
America: Imagine A World Without Her | Summary
Price: $2.99 USD. Words: 6,160. Language: English. Published: April 3, 2016 . Categories: Nonfiction » Politics & Current Affairs » Current affairs, Nonfiction » Politics & Current Affairs » White house
In chapter one, Dinesh D’Souza outlines the basic contention of his book which is that America is committing suicide, not by inadvertence or neglect, but by deliberate policy. The villains who have conspired to make national suicide a policy are “progressives” of whom Barack Obama is the most powerful spokesman and executive.
Extreme Ownership: How US Navy SEAL's Lead and Win | Summary
Price: $2.99 USD. Words: 5,530. Language: English. Published: April 3, 2016 . Categories: Nonfiction » Business & Economics » Mentoring & coaching, Nonfiction » Self-improvement » Personal Growth / Success
This is a book for anyone wanting to learn to be a better leader. While it does contain stories of war time, it is about what Jocko and Leif learned that led them to victory. A way to construct, educate, and motivate your teams to accomplish the goals you have set forth.
Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, A Young Man, And Life's Greatest Lessons | Summary
Price: $2.99 USD. Words: 9,140. Language: English. Published: March 26, 2016 . Categories: Nonfiction » Relationships & Family » Aging, Nonfiction » Religion & Spirituality » Body, mind, & spirit » Inspiration & personal growth
Tuesdays with Morrie is a masterful work of nonfiction on multiple fronts. It grants the reader not only an inspiring story of a brave man facing death, but also emphasizes core truths about how to live life and invest in others. The book unfolds slowly, building aphorisms and wise truths until you feel the change that took place in Mitch’s life.
Anything You Want: 40 Lessons for a New Kind of Entrepreneur | Summary
Price: $2.99 USD. Words: 7,370. Language: English. Published: March 26, 2016 . Categories: Nonfiction » Business & Economics » Business biography, Nonfiction » Biography » Business biography
This is a story of success, yes, but it’s the story of a specific success. Sivers tells those who have made it as far as page two, the story of the particular thing that he wanted. Many people – most people – want something. The interesting bit is that Sivers actually went out and got it. He also got a multi-million dollar corporation, too.
Between the World and Me | Summary
Price: $2.99 USD. Words: 7,110. Language: English. Published: March 26, 2016 . Categories: Nonfiction » Social Science » Discrimination & Race Relations, Nonfiction » History » North America » USA
It is clear that many of the things the author talks about in this book are things that most black people would be afraid to talk about in America. However, these are issues that all Americans must have an understanding of.
The Song Machine: Inside the Hit Factory | Summary
Price: $2.99 USD. Words: 5,270. Language: English. Published: March 26, 2016 . Categories: Nonfiction » Music » Pop Vocal, Nonfiction » Business & Economics » Industries / entertainment
The Song Machine: Inside the Hit Factory is all about the hit track: Who writes them, how they are made, their emergence into mainstream culture and their relevance in today’s society. In the First Verse, John Seabrook illuminates the history of pop and profiles Swedish producers, the late Mr. Pop, and his protégé, Max Martin.
Devil in the Grove: Thurgood Marshall, the Groveland Boys, and the Dawn of a New America | Summary
Price: $2.99 USD. Words: 8,640. Language: English. Published: March 24, 2016 . Categories: Nonfiction » Social Science » Discrimination & Race Relations, Nonfiction » Law » Civil rights
Thurgood Marshall rides the train in the Jim Crow car (the one directly behind the engine) to the American south to defend yet another black citizen in court. Marshall, who was the grandson of a mixed-race slave, is an integral part of the growing civil rights movement in America.
Why Nations Fail: The Origins of Power, Prosperity, and Poverty | Summary
Price: $2.99 USD. Words: 6,010. Language: English. Published: March 24, 2016 . Categories: Nonfiction » Social Science » Political science » Comparative politics, Nonfiction » Politics & Current Affairs » World politics
Acemoglu's theory and explanation of the differences in global prosperity are as enlightening as they are entertaining. He manages to make the puzzling concept dead simple to understand because the book, rather than a lengthy lecture explaining the theory, is a series of examples supporting it.
The Slight Edge | Summary
Price: $2.99 USD. Words: 5,920. Language: English. Published: March 24, 2016 . Categories: Nonfiction » Self-improvement » Personal Growth / Success, Nonfiction » Self-improvement » Confidence & self-esteem
Jeff Olson introduces his readers to the idea that every single person on this planet has the potential to either turn into a poor, unsuccessful beach bum, or into a successful entrepreneur with a huge balance on his bank account.
It IS About Islam | Summary: Summary and Analysis of Glen Beck's "It IS About Islam: Exposing The Truth About ISIS, Al Qaeda, Iran, and the Caliphate"
Price: $2.99 USD. Words: 6,160. Language: English. Published: March 23, 2016 . Categories: Nonfiction » Religion & Spirituality » Islam / Rituals & Practice, Nonfiction » Religion & Spirituality » Islam / Koran & Sacred Writings
Glenn Beck begins his book with a stark declaration. The atrocities committed by some Muslims against non-believers of Islam are sanctioned by the Qur’an. Chapters (Sura) in the Qur’an tell followers of Islam it is their duty to declare war against non-believers, 'Fight against those who believe not in Allah, nor the last day.'
The Body Keeps The Score: Brain, Mind, and Body in the Healing of Trauma | Summary
Price: $2.99 USD. Words: 5,070. Language: English. Published: March 23, 2016 . Categories: Nonfiction » Health, wellbeing, & medicine » Yoga
In this book Bessel examines the ways that trauma can affect people and how they can recover from past dramatic events. When a person experiences trauma it will change the wiring in their brain and this will cause a change in the way that a person views their life and everyday situations.
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