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Amazon. Shades of Grey: A Novel (9780143118589): Jasper Fforde. Of a porcupine. The Night Circus (9780385534635): Erin Morgenstern. Kirjasto.sci.fi/jlborges.htm. Argentine poet, essayist, and short-story writer, whose tales of fantasy and dreamworlds are classics of the 20th-century world literature. Borges was profoundly influenced by European culture, English literature, and such thinkers as Berkeley, who argued that there is no material substance; the sensible world consists only of ideas, which exists for so long as they are perceived.

Most of Borges's tales embrace universal themes – the often recurring circular labyrinth can be seen as a metaphor of life or a riddle which theme is time. Although Borges's name was mentioned in speculations about Nobel Prize, Borges never became a Nobel Laureate. Toward dawn, he dreamed that he was in hiding, in one of the naves of the Clementine Library. Jorge Luis Borges was born in Buenos Aires. In 1914 the family moved to Geneva, where Borges learned French and received his B.A. from the Collège of Geneva. Borges's first collection of poetry was Fervor de Buenos Aires (1923). Borges was married twice. Infinite Jest: A Novel (9780316921176): David Foster Wallace.

The Good Soldier Švejk. Fun non-fiction? - fun lightweight non-fiction. Fingers on the pulse - give me your "zeitgeistiest" non-fiction picks - books recommendations non-fiction. Help me put together a list of the most zeitgeist-y, readable and accomplished "big idea" non-fiction books of recent years. Pretend I just dropped out of the sky and want to catch up on the big global debates, conversations, popular trends of intellectual thought in the English-speaking world. What's my reading list? I am not looking for esoteric academic debates, but the books that everybody's reading, or should be reading, and which have been influential in shaping public opinion and/or our understanding of the world in the last couple of years.

I'm talking environment, politics, science, foreign affairs -- whatever we're reading and talking about. To make this a little mechanical, what are the English language books published within the last (say) 5 years that would score highest all around on the following metrics (if not maxing out all of them): Babel No More | The Search for the World's Most Extraordinary Language Learners. The High-Performance Mind (9780874778502): Anna Wise. The Creation of a Consciousness Shift: Bridging Science and Spirituality.

The Exegesis of Philip K. Dick (9780547549255): Philip K. Dick, Pamela Jackson, Jonathan Lethem. 30 Books I’m Glad I Read Before 30. In various ways, these 30 books convey some of the philosophy of how Angel and I live our lives. I honestly credit a fraction of who I am today to each title. Thus, they have indirectly influenced much of what I write about on this site. A medley of both fiction and nonfiction, these great reads challenged my internal status quo, opening my mind to new ideas and opportunities, and together they gave me a basic framework for living, loving, learning and working successfully. If you haven’t read these books yet, I highly recommend doing so. They will enrich your library and your life.

Stumbling on Happiness by Daniel Gilbert – Gilbert, a Harvard professor of psychology has studied happiness for decades, and he shares scientific findings that just might change the way you look at the world. His primary goal is to persuade you into accepting the fact that happiness is not really what or where you imagined it would be. What are your favorite books? Photo by: Katie Harris. 10 New Must-Reads for October. As we ease our way into the scariest month of the year, it’s time again for us to present our list of the most exciting books due to grace our shelves in the weeks to come. This month, take your pick from October’s virtual smorgasbord of books, and whether your pleasures lie in zombies, genetic anomalies, poetry, God, hell, love triangles or some combination of the above, you’ll find something to like here.

Or maybe several somethings — after all, the weather’s getting chilly, and nothing compliments a cup of tea better than a great book. Click through to see our preview of the best bets for great reading this month, and let us know which books you can’t wait to read in the comments. The Cat’s Table, Michael Ondaatje (October 4) In 1954, at the start of the novel, Michael is 11 years old and on board the Oronsay, travelling to London from Ceylon (now Sri Lanka). My Memory Books Reading List — Mnemotechnics.org. Below are some books related to memory that I’ve read so far, in no particular order (except for the first three which are good places to start). My favorites are in bold. This page is regularly updated as I find new books. Moonwalking with Einstein by Joshua FoerQuantum Memory Power by Dominic O’BrienYou Can Have an Amazing Memory: Learn Life-Changing Techniques and Tips from the Memory Maestro by Dominic O’BrienHow to Pass Exams by Dominic O’BrienHow to Develop a Brilliant Memory Week by Week by Dominic O’BrienThe Amazing Memory Kit by Dominic O’BrienLearn to Remember by Dominic O’BrienThe Art of Memory by Frances YatesThe Mind Sport of Memory 2008 Yearbook by Chambers and DayRemember, Remember by Ed Cooke (2 more chapters to go)Maximize Your Memory by Ramón CampayoMemory Pack by Andi BellUse Your Perfect Memory by Tony BuzanThe Mind Map Book by Tony BuzanImprove Your Memory by Robert AllenMaximize Your Memory by Johnathan HancockThe Mind of a Mnemonist by A.

R. Share and Enjoy. Selfless Insight: Zen and the Meditative Transformations of Consciousness (9780262012591): James H. Austin. Osho on Zen: A Stream of Consciousness Reader (9781580632072): Osho. Zen and the Brain: Toward an Understanding of Meditation and Consciousness (9780262011648): James H. Austin. Zen and the Art of Consciousness (9781851687985): Susan Blackmore. Conversations With God : An Uncommon Dialogue (Book 1) (9780399142789): Neale Donald Walsch. Bringers of the Light (9780967875507): Neale Donald Walsch. Review of The Field by Lynne McTaggart. Review of The Field by Lynne McTaggart In recent years there has been quite a bit of scientific research into the body/mind connection which can help us to understand what it is and how it works. In her recent book on this subject titled The Field Lynne McTaggart has collected a number of research findings into an easily read format. Her book suggests that there is a quantum connection between the earth, all living things and The Field she speaks of.

Many other scientists have come to pretty much the same conclusion and are working to prove it with science. One of the main problems with current scientific theories in this area is the lack of a clearly defined and measurable substance to serve as the connection between The Field and matter. Coherence establishes communication. How do quantum effects like coherence and "quantum non-locality" (being everywhere at once) get translated into biological systems?

) Though Dr. Dr. Dr. The Living Energy Universe (9781571741707): Gary E. R. Schwartz, Linda G. S. Russek, Paul Pearsall. Ideas And Opinions (9780517884409): Albert Einstein. PUBLICATIONS : Welcome to Explorations in Science with Dr. Michio Kaku. Best Books of 2008: Science. The 100 greatest non-fiction books. Art The Shock of the New by Robert Hughes (1980)Hughes charts the story of modern art, from cubism to the avant garde The Story of Art by Ernst Gombrich (1950)The most popular art book in history.

Gombrich examines the technical and aesthetic problems confronted by artists since the dawn of time Ways of Seeing by John Berger (1972)A study of the ways in which we look at art, which changed the terms of a generation's engagement with visual culture Biography Lives of the Most Excellent Painters, Sculptors, and Architects by Giorgio Vasari (1550)Biography mixes with anecdote in this Florentine-inflected portrait of the painters and sculptors who shaped the Renaissance The Life of Samuel Johnson by James Boswell (1791)Boswell draws on his journals to create an affectionate portrait of the great lexicographer The Diaries of Samuel Pepys by Samuel Pepys (1825)"Blessed be God, at the end of the last year I was in very good health," begins this extraordinarily vivid diary of the Restoration period.

Best Sellers. Cool Non-Fiction Book Filter - books non-fiction. Trailer for David Eagleman's book of fiction, SUM. Suggested Reading List @ Shaolin.com. Shaolin.com Highly Recommends These Books... While there are no books that we have found that accurately and completely portray Shaolin history, philosophy, and kung fu technique, the reader will find the following books a step in the right direction. We have found that there tends to be more quality found in philosophical texts and histories than books on technique. If the book covers technique, we prefer books that cover both form AND application (as the techniques themselves are useless without a clear and concise explanation of the applications) and that constitutes the majority of the books we list.

Please note that many of these books are out of print. They can still be found by perusing used book stores and through out of print book search services. General Shaolin Praying Mantis Northern Praying Mantis is one of the most written about styles. Wing Chun Wing Chun is by far the most written about Shaolin style. Shaolin Philosophy Qigong and Pressure Points Other Chinese Martial Arts. 5 Hardest Books To Read (That Are Totally Worth It) The Books That Changed Your Lives. I have a feeling that many of these are favourite books rather than life-changing. Certainly I love "The Hitch-hikers Guide ... ", "Ender" and "Dune" but I don't think they have changed my life. Jared Diamond's book is very interesting but hardly life-changing. In my opinion "2001: A Space Odyssey" had a huge effect on the way people perceive the benefits of science, undermining the positive attitude created by the Apollo program.

"1984" had the biggest effect on me, changing my view of government, communication and words. I have read but cannot recall much of "Zen ... " but you have inspired me to pick it up again and the two Dawkins books are waiting on my "to be read" pile. The 50 SF Books You Must Read. The Top 10 Best Science Fiction Books. Before the comments fill up with “Why didn’t you include this” and various slights against our personal and professional integrity, this is just a list of ten great science fiction novels, not in order, and by no means the top ten ever produced. ‘Ten of the best’, not ‘the ten best’. That being said, please post up your own favourites, as we’re always looking for new things to read. 10.

The Moon Is A Harsh MistressPublished: 1966 Author: Robert Heinlein Awards: Hugo (1967), Nebula (1966), Prometheus, (1983)Buy it on Amazon Heinlein’s elegantly constructed novel evokes some of the finest traditions in science fiction, with a near-future setting on the mongrel colony of Luna, which is preparing its revolution against the tyrannical rule of Earth. 9. . | Kindle Edition 8. It’s nigh-on impossible to talk seriously about the post-apocalyptic subgenre of science fiction without mentioning Walter M Miller Jr’s A Canticle For Leibowitz. 7.

. | Kindle Edition 6. . | Kindle Edition 5. . | Kindle Edition 4. 10 great science fiction novels that have been banned. @djscruffy: And that's why you're a heathen and should be burned at the stake. @djscruffy: In defense of public schools, I would suggest that the reason many of these books are challenged so often is that they're frequently included in school curriculums and libraries. I grew up in a state that, according to these links, engaged in book-burning less than a decade before my birth. That makes me shudder. But I'm also the child of a public school teacher and am familiar with my mother's and many of her peers' views on children's reading materials. Despite the generally conservative views in my community, my elementary school encouraged me to read A Wrinkle in Time and The Giver and Are You There God, It's Me, Margaret.

In high school, an English teacher steered me towards Animal Farm and a social sciences teacher encouraged me to try Consider Phlebas. I suppose I've wandered a bit. Most of us really try to teach the kids to think, rather than becoming nice little automatons. 50 Most Influential Books of the Last 50 (or so) Years. In compiling the books on this list, the editors at SuperScholar have tried to provide a window into the culture of the last 50 years. Ideally, if you read every book on this list, you will know how we got to where we are today.

Not all the books on this list are “great.” The criterion for inclusion was not greatness but INFLUENCE. All the books on this list have been enormously influential. The books we chose required some hard choices. Because influence tends to be measured in years rather than months, it’s much easier to put older books (published in the 60s and 70s) on such a list than more recent books (published in the last decade). Older books have had more time to prove themselves. We also tried to keep a balance between books that everyone buys and hardly anyone reads versus books that, though not widely bought and read, are deeply transformative. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 25. 26. 27. 29. 30. 31. 32. 33. 34. 35. 36.

The 10 Most Disturbing Books Of All Time. In my younger days if I heard a book or movie was disturbing or hard to handle I generally took that as a challenge. Most books generally turned out to not be too bad, but occasionally I’d come across something that would leave me with a sick feeling in my stomach for weeks. I’ve largely outgrown this “genre” of late, but here are my picks for the ten most disturbing books of all time. Any one of these books is capable of leaving you feeling a little depressed at the least, and permanently scarred at the worst. I’d say enjoy, but that doesn’t really seem appropriate … 10. Blindness is a book with a truly horrifying scenario at it’s heart: what if everyone in the world were to lose their sight to disease in a short period of time?

9. Anti drug crusaders should stop airing goofy commercials that nobody takes seriously and start pushing to have Requiem For A Dream made required reading for every high schooler in the country. 8. Naked Lunc is another ode to drug addiction. 7. 6. Bleak. 5. 100 novels everyone should read. 15 Books You Should Have Read in 2010 - Culture - GOOD.

Image by Jane Mount, Courtesy 20x200 Yes, we read Freedom this year and yes, it was good. As Esquire put it, it “was one great slab of a book, at a time when most books have given up on greatness.” But there were other books in 2010, books that had to compete for our ever more challenged attention spans and won. So we asked a few members of the GOOD team & some of our good colleagues which book made their best list this past year. (And since discovering something you might have missed is one of the great pleasures of reading, no selections were disqualified for having been published prior to 2010). 1.

Under the Dome Author: Stephen King Recommended by: Ben Jervey, Environment Editor Why read? 2. Author: George R.R. Recommended by: Morgan Clendaniel, Deputy Editor, GOOD Why read? 3. Author: Jan Gehl Recommended by: Alissa Walker, Contributing Editor, GOOD Why read? 4. Author: Tom Rachman Recommended by: Zach Frechette, Editor in Chief, GOOD Why read? 5. Author: Walter Van Tillburg Clark Why Read?