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Fascinating and revealing

Revisado: 07-30-23

This fascinating book combines the physical human feat of free driving and the scientific advances of the deep oceans. Both aspects are insightful, interesting, and revealing and help to achieve the author’s goal to connect us with the nature of the oceans. Let us all be a part of the oceans and nature and not exploiters of them.

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Detailed, clear, and compelling

Revisado: 03-14-23

An excellent explanation of the need for and opportunities in addressing the climate crisis. The climate crisis is the number one challenge AND the number one opportunity facing business in at least the next fifty years. Listen to this book and you will gain insights into the challenge and actions how can take for your benefit and the benefit of the world.

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Nothing new, but well organized by

Revisado: 09-20-19

I did not find any new ideas here, but it was well-organized and interesting nonetheless. Most the ideas were versions of Covey’s “Seven Habits of Successful People” with additional tips regarding delegating, which, again, I’ve read elsewhere.

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Great info, well presented

Revisado: 07-30-19

I don’t know much about dinosaurs so this this short introduction was very informative for me. Now I want to learn more. I may even listen to this recording a second time, which I only very rarely do, since I want to comprehend this info as much as possible.

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Not one of his best

Revisado: 04-02-17

It was a chore to get through this one. Usually I want to keep listening, but this book was not engrossing.

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Surprisingly good

Revisado: 10-03-16

I started this book thinking it would be only moderately interesting and I was not certain I would make through the entire 25 hours. However, it is a compelling account of the role of the air power in WWII and I learned a lot about the strengths and weaknesses of using this relatively new technology in war. I was amazed at the high casualty rate. I enjoyed the discussions on the ethics of the types of bombing used as well. Ultimately I not only listened to the entire 25 hours, but I was disappointed that the book had to end.

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Interesting, enjoyable, and witty

Revisado: 08-12-16

I am a bit surprised how much I liked this book. He took what could be a dry topic and made it interesting and informative. And he did so with wit and wisdom. Just about any type of athlete will discover something valuable in this book, but cycling, running, and triathletes will find this read particularly worthwhile. The book is not about specific training plans, but instead provides higher-level insights about muscle types, genetics, aerodynamics, and training. Now that I have finished the book I have to get out of the chair and on the bike so I, too, can be faster.

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Connelly still has it

Revisado: 11-09-15

Connelly is the master of the legal thriller and "The Crossing" demonstrates that once again. I hope he continues to generate Harry Bosch books for a long, long time.

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Far from Grisham's best

Revisado: 10-24-15

I've listened to all of Grisham's books. I'm not certain I'll listen to the next one. The Rogue Lawyer is just an average book and not up to previous Grisham novels. It's not that it is bad, it's just not that good. It did not captivate me or surprise me with plot twists. It's passable, but far from Grisham's best.

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Fantastic insights into a man and business

Revisado: 06-16-15

Although I previously admired what Musk has accomplished, I was not a huge fan boy of him. This book, however, provides insights into the man and his vision that makes me appreciate him more. His immense drive and work hours are astounding. This book has convinced me that it is his vision for the future that creates a personal mission -- and not money or power -- that fuels his passion.

I appreciate that the book does not gloss over the deficiencies of his personality. Musk would be a difficult person for whom to work.

This book also offers interesting information on running a business. Musk's maniacal pursuit of lowering cost and the application of the latest technologies to increase the economic value created are actions any business would be wise to consider.

Overall, this is an excellent book and very worth the investment in time and money. It is one of the best books I have read this year.

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