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We would all like to believe we are logical people, making the right decisions based on the information available. In Thinking, Fast and Slow, Daniel Kahneman shows just how wrong we can be. Through an extensive series of thought exercises and real world examples, Kahneman explains the various shortcomings inherent to the human decision making process when dealing with statistical information, and lays out strategies for combating erroneous conclusions and mental exploitation.

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Travel across the world in literary style with these 6 adventure-inspiring books. The books include Monisha Rajesh's Around The World In 80 Trains; Tahir Shah's In Arabian Nights; and Dave Eggers' You Shall Know Our Velocity. These books are off the beaten track - so inspire your readers to take the trip of a lifetime with these works of wanderlust literature.

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Reading a good book is an immersive experience. And where better to lose yourself than in the romance of the past? Whether you are an amateur history buff or a seasoned reader, here are three underrated book series that will make you fall in love with historical fiction all over again.

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This article discusses why Neil Postman's "Amusing Ourselves to Death" is an important book for everyone to read. It begins by discussing the general premise of the book and what about the topic is important for people to know. It then uses examples from throughout the book in news, politics, and education, in order to discuss some of the specific and impactful points that Postman makes. The article finishes by again discussing the more general reasons for why a reader should pick up the book.

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This article lists 5 fantasy books or book series for adult readers, and offers compelling reasons for readers to pick them up. The novels or series included are A Song Of Ice And Fire; The Night Circus; His Dark Materials; A Land Fit For Heroes; and Circe. It would be a great article for book club websites, book blogs, specialist fantasy/sci-fi pages and other entertainment sites.

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Used bookstores are the life blood of a community of readers. They simply cannot survive without new material constantly coming in. That is where you and your over full shelves come in.

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