This great book offers a broad perspective on the relationship between us and our nearest relatives. I specially liked the stories about Bonobos and tThis great book offers a broad perspective on the relationship between us and our nearest relatives. I specially liked the stories about Bonobos and the revolutionary implications that their behavior has on our understanding of our nature. Not a book for Creationists. Otherwise, a great natural science narrative....more
A classic! What a great book. Not only is it very fluid, it is also very deep. By the way, it actually complements the stupendous "The Innovator's SolA classic! What a great book. Not only is it very fluid, it is also very deep. By the way, it actually complements the stupendous "The Innovator's Solution" very well, yet from a very different perspective....more
If you look at life through an optimistic lens, this book should prove to be both funny and interesting to you. The person best known for his work as If you look at life through an optimistic lens, this book should prove to be both funny and interesting to you. The person best known for his work as part of the Manhattan Project team and for his Nobel price in Physics, Mr. Feynman was also a musician, a painter, a jokester, a safe-cracker, and many more things. The man liked to play as a way to go through life. Today, the news of the particle collider bring home the great impact this man had on the theories that are still being tested. I recommend this book to any teenager or to any young-minded adult. It is fun. ...more
An extensive and entertaining report of the "rise and fall" of the Texas oil money. Having lived in Texas and as an enthusiast of business history, thAn extensive and entertaining report of the "rise and fall" of the Texas oil money. Having lived in Texas and as an enthusiast of business history, this book served to close various gaps. It also made much sense of what I had observed first hand while a Texas resident. All I have to say is that, when reading this book, you will be surprised of the depth of influence that a few risk takers have had in the world that we know....more
While written as the 90's were seeing the light of day, this fabulous book offers a very relevant thesis about the why of our declining educational cuWhile written as the 90's were seeing the light of day, this fabulous book offers a very relevant thesis about the why of our declining educational culture. The book also offers a tremendous recount of the mind of the most influential western thinkers from the classic Greeks to the modern German scholars. Thus, the book is not for all, as the author takes short detours that are densely packed with reaching thought. All in all, it makes for a great read and it is truly valuable, even if one was to not agree with his thesis....more
Perhaps the most interesting topics covered have to do with the flattening of the world (see "The World is Flat") and the authors willingness to alwayPerhaps the most interesting topics covered have to do with the flattening of the world (see "The World is Flat") and the authors willingness to always act outside of the box....more
A great book about Soros' philosophical take on the impossibility of scientific evaluations of social sciences; namely economics. I very much liked hiA great book about Soros' philosophical take on the impossibility of scientific evaluations of social sciences; namely economics. I very much liked his Theory of Reflexivity. This book seems parallel in value to "the black swan" by Taleb....more
This is an exhaustive presentation on everything about energy; from geopolitical key topics, to history of various energy types to alternatives and thThis is an exhaustive presentation on everything about energy; from geopolitical key topics, to history of various energy types to alternatives and the environment. If you only wish to read one book about energy, this is the one. It is deep and fluid. Fantastic....more
While this is a fantastic recount of the life of a great man, I can't recommend it outright because it may be too much Buffett for some. Nonetheless, While this is a fantastic recount of the life of a great man, I can't recommend it outright because it may be too much Buffett for some. Nonetheless, all others who just can't get enough of his wisdom, this is the book that covers it all. While the book covers all contextual information with great depth but financial matters somewhat less so, I found very valuable financial insights never found before in other Buffett books....more
While seeing Occupy camps does not at all make me feel the desire to join them and while I do not envy any of my European friends who have longer vacaWhile seeing Occupy camps does not at all make me feel the desire to join them and while I do not envy any of my European friends who have longer vacations than I do (I see them as unproductive), I do appreciate the great value of the body of work by this author. It was difficult to get past the preachy, sometimes morbid approach to information transfer, but I understand that the topic and the lack of attention paid by all may call for it. What really fascinates me is the thought that there are those out there who could bring value to our lives by sharing what they know in what has gone wrong with our way to handle our world. If they could work with the rest of us, maybe we will see that market's can indeed do great rather than harm. I am optimistic about the outcome. ...more
A great new take on an old business problem. It is very fluid and serves lots of interesting examples. The Warren Buffet intro adds a bit of credibiliA great new take on an old business problem. It is very fluid and serves lots of interesting examples. The Warren Buffet intro adds a bit of credibility to a book that should not lack any, since it is written by a giant of the business world. ...more
A great work about not parts of business but the interconnectivity between three important tensions all business leaders face. The bottom line recommeA great work about not parts of business but the interconnectivity between three important tensions all business leaders face. The bottom line recommendations are both sensible and brilliant! All managers should read this book!...more
Mr. Sorkin reports from what seems to be a diligent investigation effort of the events that took place during the recent financial crisis. UnfortunateMr. Sorkin reports from what seems to be a diligent investigation effort of the events that took place during the recent financial crisis. Unfortunately, the book felt polite and colorless; perhaps as a result from a desire to stay objective. Being that I have read several books on the topic, I found nothing new from his book. I thus am left wanting more. ...more
Mr. Godin has written another great book. As is now normal, he pushes us and drives us to "think". A great book.Mr. Godin has written another great book. As is now normal, he pushes us and drives us to "think". A great book....more
The most serious and thought provoking book in a while for me, this author brings up a problem of great importance; yet one that may challenge all of The most serious and thought provoking book in a while for me, this author brings up a problem of great importance; yet one that may challenge all of us beyond our ability to solve it. It is not enough to try to understand the old old or to internalize the relevance of natural aging and its problems, like dementia. One must come to peace with the fact that curing age may not be a better alternative if the quality of life turns negative. Again, this book is heavy and not for most. It left me in deep thought....more
What a great man! As if all of Dr. Drucker's books were not enough indication of his brilliant take on business, this book uncovers his influence on tWhat a great man! As if all of Dr. Drucker's books were not enough indication of his brilliant take on business, this book uncovers his influence on the GE that has inspired so many books and accolades. I can never cease to be amazed by how right this man was all along; for over 60 years! All of Peter Drucker's books are a must read!...more
This is a book that could very well just be utilized for its reference value. It covers all aspects of business competition in a way that resembles a This is a book that could very well just be utilized for its reference value. It covers all aspects of business competition in a way that resembles a bulleted list with short explanations. It is fast and to the point. If you want to cover all aspects of business competitiveness in an efficient format, then this is your book....more
What an awesome book! It packs plenty of depth to the point of perhaps being a little too technical to many. Nonetheless, I feel that ANYONE needs to What an awesome book! It packs plenty of depth to the point of perhaps being a little too technical to many. Nonetheless, I feel that ANYONE needs to read it. Mr. Sawyer's concepts are very relevant to both our jobs and our lives; so I read it twice!...more
While it is structured in a way that may at first seem over-simplistic, I found its approach quite clear and effective. Moreover, the book is full of While it is structured in a way that may at first seem over-simplistic, I found its approach quite clear and effective. Moreover, the book is full of great valuable insights. Ms. Palmer did a fantastic job!...more
A fantastic documentary about the lives of Chinese migrant workers and the identity challenges that they face thanks to the clash between the Social RA fantastic documentary about the lives of Chinese migrant workers and the identity challenges that they face thanks to the clash between the Social Revolution and the recent economic boom. I found this book to be very honest and clear. So, if China matters to you at all, you must read this book....more
A fantastic book on Marketing. The caveat is that many of the samples quoted reference events that, while recent, seem from a long time ago. But this A fantastic book on Marketing. The caveat is that many of the samples quoted reference events that, while recent, seem from a long time ago. But this just goes to corroborate the book's allegations that we live in a very dynamic environment. If you study or work within Marketing, then you must read it....more
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