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But "One Fourteenth of an Elephant" is also a blistering condemnation of man's brutality to his fellow man even in the context of a war that encompassed the globe....more
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A couple of years ago I received a copy of "My Grandfather's Son: A Memoir" as a gift. While I might have gotten around to reading this book eventually...more
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Men Are from Mars, Women Are from Venus: A Practical Guide for Improving Communication and Getting What You Want in Your Relationships
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Same format and engaging writing style as Freakonomics. The chapter on global warming is a must-read.
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