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Born to run
"Born to Run" by Christopher McDougall is more than just a book about running; it's a compelling exploration of human potential and the innate abilities we possess. Through vivid storytelling and extensive research, McDougall takes readers on a journey to uncover the secrets of the Tarahumara, an indigenous Mexican tribe known for their exceptional long-distance running prowess. This article delves into the key takeaways and insights from "Born to Run" that can inspire us all to embrace our natural abilities and lead healthier, more fulfilling lives.
By anthony clark2 years ago in BookClub
Atomic Habits: Unearthing the Hidden Power of Small Changes
In the vast realm of self-help literature, James Clear's "Atomic Habits" stands as a beacon of insight and practical guidance. With a profound understanding of human behavior and a knack for simplifying complex concepts, Clear delves into the intricacies of habit formation, offering readers a blueprint to harness the transformative potential of tiny changes. Having devoured this enlightening tome, I can confidently say that "Atomic Habits" has not only taught me valuable lessons but has also left an indelible impact on my life.
By Olivia Marshall 2 years ago in BookClub
The Profound Essence of Love
Love, the universal force that binds humans together, transcends cultural boundaries, and shapes our lives in profound ways. It is an emotion so complex and multifaceted that poets, philosophers, and scientists have pondered its mysteries for centuries.
By Chineme Doris2 years ago in BookClub
The 20 Popular Victorian Novels You Need To Read First
Greetings, discerning readers! If one takes a cursory stroll down the labyrinthine corridors of the literary world, there are certain epochs and genres that beckon irresistibly, like sirens singing from across time. Ah, the Victorian era—how could we ever resist your beguiling charms? Spanning from 1837 to 1901, the era named after Queen Victoria is a trove of cultural artifacts that beckon us with a siren song of eloquence, elaborate plots, and deeply textured characters. Today, I make the case for why the Victorian novel should be not just a passing dalliance, but a sustained engagement in your reading journey.
By Margaret S.2 years ago in BookClub
Web Zines To Revive Your Sense of Wonder in Literature
These online tales of tender hearts, cracked nails, wandering feet, and tensed jaws are almost obscene in their raw sentiment. And I think, rather than paying a subscription to a magazine that's lost touch with the common man, you should instead subscribe to these zines- your money goes farther, means more, and gives more opportunities to some of the best artists and storytellers the world has to offer. Click on the links in each description to get sent to their Twitter pages, where they have links to their respective websites!
By Delise Fantome2 years ago in BookClub
10 Mystery Books That Will Decimate Your Expectations
Ah, mystery books—the entangled webs of intrigue, the confounding paradoxes, the insatiable thirst for revelation. Whether you're a seasoned sleuth or a rookie detective in the reading realm, you've likely dived headfirst into stories that seemed predictable—only to be utterly flabbergasted. Today, we plunge into a curated list of 10 mystery novels that defied every presumption, each in its unique, unsettling way.
By Margaret S.2 years ago in BookClub
One College Essay book changed my life
One college book that changed my life, started out with an introduction from a current serving member of the U.S. Congress. Nevertheless We Persisted; 48 Voices of Defiance, Strength, and Courage - Forwarded by Senator Amy Klobuchar (279 pp.,2018) is original an topic. Covered under the classification of diversity inclusive, this book identifies with my generation. I was not assigned this book in my Women's Studies course. Yet, choose to read this book out of over 200 other titles for extra credit.
By Jenia Silver2 years ago in BookClub
The Quest for the Crystal Heart
In the mystical realm of Eldoria, a ragtag group of adventurers gathered at the Crossroads Tavern. A human wizard named Elara, a dwarf warrior named Grimbeard, an elven rogue named Lyria, and a gnome bard named Tinkleton. They had heard rumors of a powerful artifact, the Crystal Heart, hidden deep within the treacherous Cursed Forest.
By Mirco Nalon2 years ago in BookClub
The Bible Erata
Art by definition is subjective. The art of writing, and the appreciation of it, not only subjective but visceral in emotional resonance. The unique, extraordinary and sometime revelatory craft of penning words and turning phrases, to ethereal elucidation of the human condition, elevates the art and leisure to a higher purpose and pleasure. I think of those books I have revisited and the author's method's and purpose. Whether with raised fists against conventional form of the novel, such as Cormac McCarthy's Blood Meridien with its dearth of punctuation and lack of convention or in epic scope and breadth for a modern tome such Steven King's The Stand, both call to me at regular intervals. Sometimes, I reread the simple, slow and slyly building boil to literal explosive climax of John Irving's "A Prayer For Owen Meany" or Richard Russo's Empire Falls, but every great novel is a chance to learn something of the craft of writing and the the human experience in a simple setting.
By Herman Wilkins2 years ago in BookClub
