Music Titans: 250 Greatest Recording Artists of the Past 100 Years is a work of non-fiction by author Steve Williams in the entertainment history, music, and journalism genres. In this interesting walk through music history, the author ranks and profiles the most influential musicians from...

J Arthur Moore's The Real Boys of the Civil War is a historical journey back to the American Civil War in a compilation of stories about boys who served in the war. These boys achieved some impressive feats despite enduring harsh prison conditions, sad losses...

In Deep Utopia: Life and Meaning in a Solved World, author Nick Bostrom presents a thought-provoking exploration of a post-instrumental world where AI has been successfully integrated into society. The book opens with a conversation on a Monday between Tessius and Firafix. They are attending...

Humane Physics: The Whole Story is a work of non-fiction in the education, science, and self-help subgenres. It is suitable for the general reading audience from mature teens through to adults. Penned by author Francis Mont, this highly engaging work presents the evolution of physics...

Elliott Parker's The Illusion of Innovation critiques Jack Welch’s efficiency-focused management for restricting innovation through inflexibility, contrasting it with Reed Hastings' experimental approach at Netflix, which supports adaptive business model changes. Parker discusses the transition from centralized corporate structures to decentralized models enabled by increased...

In Cave as Labyrinth, Alan Ponikvar's analysis of Socratic philosophy through Plato’s dialogue "Meno" examines Socrates’ use of professed ignorance as a method of inquiry. Socrates' approach involves challenging conventional definitions of virtue by exposing contradictions and prompting reevaluation. He contrasts with sophists by focusing...

In Addiction Logic: Treating the Cause, Not the Symptom by Rick Breitweiser, addiction is characterized as a chronic medical condition involving uncontrollable substance abuse or behavior despite negative consequences. He discusses the disorder arising from genetic predispositions, traumatic experiences, mental health issues, and the brain's...

Jeanne Holmberg’s One Life From The “Greatest Generation”: Reminiscing The Life of Robert A. Holmberg is a tribute to the resilience and fortitude of those who lived through some of the most challenging periods of the 20th century. This book goes beyond a biography; it...

If you're a fan of Agatha Christie or just love a good mystery, Murder in the West End by Amnon Kabatchnik is a must-read. This book, part of Kabatchnik's acclaimed reference series, dives deep into the world of crime plays, spotlighting Christie's famous works and...

Pay Matters by David Weaver is a comprehensive guide to the art and science of employee compensation. The book emphasizes the need for organizations to approach compensation with a plan that focuses on creating a fair and effective compensation system that considers four pillars: internal...