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kyle whitt

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A must in the modern world

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5 out of 5 stars
Ejecución
5 out of 5 stars
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5 out of 5 stars

Revisado: 12-21-24

An extremely ambitious exploration of biblical narratives, focusing primarily on the Books of Genesis and Exodus. Peterson hits the nail on the head with his psychological and moral lessons from these ancient texts, linking them to contemporary issues that plague the world today and personal growth. There is no way in which you will finish this book and not be better for it.

5/5
Did the book meet what it was advertised as? Yes.
Did the author convey their message well? Yes.
Did the book hold my interest? Yes.
Would I recommend this? Yes.
Would I read it again? Yes.

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A heavy read

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4 out of 5 stars
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4 out of 5 stars
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4 out of 5 stars

Revisado: 09-07-24

Book 55 of 2024

From the get-go, this is a heavy read, so know that going in. The read presents a compelling argument for the existence of an intelligent designer, even with the advancements in cosmology, biology, and physics. Meyer builds his case by exploring three key scientific discoveries: the universe's beginning, the fine-tuning of the cosmos for life, and the complexity of DNA and RNA. He critiques naturalistic explanations for the origin of life, advocating instead for the "God hypothesis" as the most plausible explanation. Meyer engages both scientific evidence and philosophical reflection, making this book an intriguing read for those interested in the intersection of science, faith, and reason.

3/5
Did the book meet what it was advertised as? Yes.
Did the author convey their message well? Yes.
Did the book hold my interest? Yes.
Would I recommend this? No, as the reading is heavy with science, so it is not for everyone.
Would I read it again? No.

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A great listen / read

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4 out of 5 stars
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4 out of 5 stars
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4 out of 5 stars

Revisado: 08-26-24

Book 54 of 2024

This biography of Elon Musk offers a highly detailed portrait of one of the most influential and controversial figures in modern times. Isaacson's research and writing helps illuminate Musk's relentless drive, visionary ideas, and the personal and professional challenges he has faced. All of which he needs as his foundation to make him what he is today. The book also gets into a deep dive into Musk's ventures with Tesla, SpaceX, and ongoing projects, while also exploring the complexities of his personality and leadership. Like him or not, Elon Musk is both a revolutionary innovator and a demanding, often polarizing figure, that humanity for better off having amongst our ranks.

4/5
Did the book meet what it was advertised as? Yes
Did the author convey their message well? Yes
Did the book hold my interest? Yes
Would I recommend this? Yes
Would I read it again? No

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Not close to the first 2

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2 out of 5 stars
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3 out of 5 stars
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2 out of 5 stars

Revisado: 08-13-24

Book 53 of 2024

I enjoyed the first two, but the 3rd seemed like it could have been more condensed, then the book could be overall longer to make it worthwhile. The book wasn’t poorly done, but it was just “fluff” to the story, in my opinion.

2/5
Did the book meet what it was advertised as? Yes
Did the author convey their message well? Yes
Did the book hold my interest? No
Would I recommend this? No
Would I read it again? No

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Pass

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1 out of 5 stars
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3 out of 5 stars
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1 out of 5 stars

Revisado: 08-01-24

Book 51 of 2024

The book argues that societal norms and expectations often marginalize those who deviate from these norms, framing neurodiversity as a natural and valuable variation of human cognition rather than a disorder to be fixed. This is something I didn’t enjoy about the book, as there are “neuro norms” and the notion that it shouldn’t be sought to be fixed isn’t a good solution. You should want to fix mental disorders. Teach people to be polite, sure, but the book advocates that you should go above and beyond for those who have (X issue). Redefining normal is not the answer.

1/5
Did the book meet what it was advertised as? Yes
Did the author convey their message well? No
Did the book hold my interest? No
Would I recommend this? No
Would I read it again? No

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It was okay

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2 out of 5 stars
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3 out of 5 stars
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2 out of 5 stars

Revisado: 08-01-24

Book 50 of 2024

I don’t feel there is much to write about this book. It’s an okay “start a business / motivational poster” book to read in getting your footing. It may be looking into the writers more, as they have a lot of experience starting and investing in companies.

2/5
Did the book meet what it was advertised as? Yes
Did the author convey their message well? Yes
Did the book hold my interest? No
Would I recommend this? Not unless you’re on an entry level mindset into business.
Would I read it again? No

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It was interesting

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2 out of 5 stars
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2 out of 5 stars
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2 out of 5 stars

Revisado: 07-24-24

Book 49 of 2024

Off the bat, this reads as if it was from a John Carter “Mars”series. The Emerald Tablets talks about Thoth, the legendary Atlantean priest-king, who inscribed these tablets with these teachings that have transcended time (from the 8th century but said to be 36,000 years old). The text gets into cosmic order, spiritual evolution, and the nature of reality itself. The tablets' Whether viewed as historical artifacts or allegorical treasures, the tablets remain a cornerstone in the exploration of mystical philosophy and the human quest for enlightenment.

2/5
Did the book meet what it was advertised as? Yes
Did the author convey their message well? Yes
Did the book hold my interest? No
Would I recommend this? No
Would I read it again? No

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A great book for the future.

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5 out of 5 stars
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5 out of 5 stars
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5 out of 5 stars

Revisado: 07-10-24

Book 48 of 2024

This is a great read, to ruin the buildup. From the beginning she is showing the troubled trends of postmodern / contemporary therapy that kids are flooded with today. She (deservingly) criticizes therapists who prioritize the modern ideological baby-like pandering over actual patient care, and often, pushing the political agendas they come with as a priority over treatment. The book continues with diving into a multitude of instances showing as much. These actions undermine the trust and effectiveness of therapy, turning it into more of a tool for societal change rather than a means of personal betterment. In the end, flowers don’t grow in powdered sugar, they grow in dirt (to steal one of her quotes). The participation trophy generation and those that followed are ruining children by wanting to be their friends before parents, and we can see the downfall of western culture as the result.

5/5
Did the book meet what it was advertised as? Yes
Did the author convey their message well? Yes
Did the book hold my interest? Yes
Would I recommend this? Yes
Would I read it again? Yes

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Great coverage on the modern world.

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5 out of 5 stars
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5 out of 5 stars
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5 out of 5 stars

Revisado: 06-26-24

The research that went into this book was wonderfully done. It talks about how the postmodern theorists and their driving ideologies are destroying this country, and ironically, pushing Newton's cradle further and further to the point where the swing back will be a far-right authoritarian. Pluckrose and Lindsay point out that all who push these (Gender studies, critical race theory, etc) may be doing it for a noble intent, despite being ignorant to what will come of it. They skillfully dissect these theories and make the case for those pushing these destruction theories to reevaluate these ideologies in both academia and broader society. "Cynical Theories" is an overall home run, covering many of the problems in society today.

5/5
Did the book meet what it was advertised as? Yes
Did the author convey their message well? Yes
Did the book hold my interest? Yes
Would I recommend this? Yes
Would I read it again? Yes

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A worthwhile quick read

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4 out of 5 stars
Ejecución
3 out of 5 stars
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4 out of 5 stars

Revisado: 06-14-24

A great work that exposes the true nature of government power. Rothbard dissects the state, revealing it not as a benevolent protector of society as it sells itself to be, but as an institution inherently driven by coercion and exploitation. He continues by covering how the state operates to maintain and expand its authority at the expense of individual liberty and voluntary cooperation. These insights are as ever so more relevant today as to when the book was first published, as we see what the snowball has become.

4/5
Did the book meet what it was advertised as? Yes
Did the author convey their message well? Yes
Did the book hold my interest? Yes
Would I recommend this? Yes
Would I read it again? No

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