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Within the Metaverse, Hiro is offered a datafile named Snow Crash by a man named Raven who hints that it …
In the beginning the universe was created...this made a lot of people angry and has …
I'm re-reading this series via audiobook. Which is great because dry, British humor is better consumed with a British accent.
I'm re-reading this series via audiobook. Which is great because dry, British humor is better consumed with a British accent.
One Thursday lunchtime the Earth gets unexpectedly demolished to make way for a new hyperspace …
I'm re-reading this series via audiobook. Which is great because dry, British humor is better consumed with a British accent.
I'm re-reading this series via audiobook. Which is great because dry, British humor is better consumed with a British accent.
Published in 2004, it is an alternative history set in 19th-century England around the time …
What an absolutely delightful read. You get transported to the age of the British gentlemen. I kept thinking while reading this book, "this is what we need in the US, more class". Yes, yes, the book had magicians, faeries, and all that stuff, too. The story was wondering, though well done. It does drag out a couple of times. Many of the places that I think the author was expecting an OMG moment from readers, I had already worked out in my head. Overall, it kept my interest, I loved the 19th century demeanor, and had a wonderful ending (while I did find some of the book predictable, the ending was not one of them.
What an absolutely delightful read. You get transported to the age of the British gentlemen. I kept thinking while reading this book, "this is what we need in the US, more class". Yes, yes, the book had magicians, faeries, and all that stuff, too. The story was wondering, though well done. It does drag out a couple of times. Many of the places that I think the author was expecting an OMG moment from readers, I had already worked out in my head. Overall, it kept my interest, I loved the 19th century demeanor, and had a wonderful ending (while I did find some of the book predictable, the ending was not one of them.
The Left Hand of Darkness is a science fiction novel by U.S. writer Ursula K. …
This was a very insightful read. Pretty good action, though it was hard to keep up with all the players during the political intrigue. I've had lots of moments, while reading this book, where I reflected on the role that sex (male/female) plays in life. I presume that was the author's intentions, so in that respect, she succeeded. It didn't take long to read; I recommend it highly.
This was a very insightful read. Pretty good action, though it was hard to keep up with all the players during the political intrigue. I've had lots of moments, while reading this book, where I reflected on the role that sex (male/female) plays in life. I presume that was the author's intentions, so in that respect, she succeeded. It didn't take long to read; I recommend it highly.
A Canticle for Leibowitz is a post-apocalyptic social science fiction novel by American writer Walter …
This was a very enjoyable read, especially because of my fondness for religious fiction. I think I will have to reread it or do some research, because I feel like I missed a few things the first read through. I feel like there should have been more answers, more connectivity between the 3 parts of the story. Still, it was a great, thought provoking book that I recommend to anyone that enjoys fictionalized Catholicism.
A Clockwork Orange is a dystopian satirical black comedy novel by English writer Anthony Burgess, published in 1962. It is …
In reality, Hiro Protagonist delivers pizza for Uncle Enzo’s CosaNostra Pizza Inc., but in the Metaverse he’s a warrior prince. …
Finally together in one volume, the first three books in the world's most beloved science fiction series, THE DRAGONRIDERS OF …
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I almost put this book down the first section, but am very happy I did not. The book starts off like a self-help book, and the author is repetitive, sounding like a inspirational speaker. Once I got past the fist section, I was presented with a multifaceted look at habit in variety of perspectives. I also eventually learned to appreciate the author's repetition. The author is very pointed when talking about habits, but presents a variety of stories to prove his theories. All-in-all, I enjoyed the book and I recommend it.
I almost put this book down the first section, but am very happy I did not. The book starts off like a self-help book, and the author is repetitive, sounding like a inspirational speaker. Once I got past the fist section, I was presented with a multifaceted look at habit in variety of perspectives. I also eventually learned to appreciate the author's repetition. The author is very pointed when talking about habits, but presents a variety of stories to prove his theories. All-in-all, I enjoyed the book and I recommend it.
This gets three stars because I strongly believe in the power of positive thinking, however this one felt empty to me. It felt like a generic motivational speech.
The Innovators: How a Group of Hackers, Geniuses, and Geeks Created the Digital Revolution is …
Wow. This book is a narrative version of my computer engineering degree. It is pretty long book, but I soaked up every chapter. It brought me back to my childhood of discovering electronics, my first computer in 1984 (a TI 99/4a), first reading Ada Loveless, programming in BASIC, BBSing, being part of the early Internet in the 90s, and many more geeky memories. This book should be required reading for anyone in technology.
"A guide to overcoming adversity by drawing on the wisdom of the ancient Stoics"--
An interesting thing happened after reading the introduction to this book. For the first time since meeting my wife, I realized that many of the aspects I admired in her are elements discussed in this book and are foundations of stoicism. This made me love her more.
I haven't studied the stoics since high school, even though I consider stoicism a large component of my personality. This book helped me realize how much of those early studies impacted my life and the way I deal with adversity. It also allowed me to feel comfortable and confident with my stoicism and how I deal with stressful situations. I am so grateful to have found this book and just now ordered my copy Meditations by Marcus Aurelius.
An interesting thing happened after reading the introduction to this book. For the first time since meeting my wife, I realized that many of the aspects I admired in her are elements discussed in this book and are foundations of stoicism. This made me love her more.
I haven't studied the stoics since high school, even though I consider stoicism a large component of my personality. This book helped me realize how much of those early studies impacted my life and the way I deal with adversity. It also allowed me to feel comfortable and confident with my stoicism and how I deal with stressful situations. I am so grateful to have found this book and just now ordered my copy Meditations by Marcus Aurelius.
