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The Basic Writings of Bertrand Russell by Bertrand Russell

A Primer For Benefit Cost Analysis by Richard O. Zerbe Jr.

Benefit-Cost Analysis in Theory and Practice by Richard O. Zerbe Jr.

The Subprime Solution by Robert J. Shiller

Safeguarding Financial Stability by Garry J. Schinasi

Essays on Philosophy and Economic Methodology by Daniel M. Hausman

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On Certainty

by Ludwig Wittgenstein

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The Sea and Poison

by Shūsaku Endō

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Mistakes Were Made (But Not by Me): Why We Justify Foolish Beliefs, Bad Decisions, and Hurtful Acts

by Carol Tavris

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Anything from this guy, especially this book, needs to be reframed in terms of the realities of free-market capitalism before reading becomes a valuable exercise. His explanation of the origins of Globalization feel about right, you could probably gu ...more
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AJ rated a book really liked it Consciousness: An Introduction by Susan Blackmore	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
Great introduction into the major problems of thinking about consciousness.
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AJ rated a book liked it Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance: An Inquiry Into Values by Robert M. Pirsig recommended for: People interested in Zen, Rationality	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
Fun little exercise in what happens when you approach pure rationality as far as you can. Also has some great perspectives on daily life, hobbies and other things.
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Probably the most important American history book ever.
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This is a diary of a white English woman who moved to Japan in the 1950s to study Zen at one of the most prestigious temples at the time. It's absolutely shocking the politics, hatred, anger and violence that beset her, and watching her mindset throu ...more
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Awesome modern-day fantasy story about the pawns in the balance of light and dark. It's nice when the traditional push and shove of good and evil is replaced with something a little new. This book does just that. Nothing deep here, but highly enjoyab ...more
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AJ rated a book really liked it Crime and Punishment by Fyodor Dostoyevsky	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
The usual fantastic from Dostoyevsky. Enjoy at your own risk.
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