Chapter 1 What’s Metaphors We Live By by George Lakoff, Mark Johnsen Metaphors We Live By is a book written by George Lakoff and Mark Johnson. It was first published in 1980 and has since become a highly influential work in the fields of cognitive science, linguistics, and philosophy. In this book, Lakoff and Johnson … Read more
Chapter 1 What’s Thy Neighbor’s Wife by Gay Talese “Thy Neighbor’s Wife” is a non-fiction book written by American journalist Gay Talese. It was published in 1981 and explores the social changes and sexual revolution that took place in the United States during the 1960s and 1970s. The book delves into topics such as sexual … Read more
Chapter 1 What’s The Presentation of Self in Everyday Life by Erving Goffman The Presentation of Self in Everyday Life is a book written by sociologist Erving Goffman, published in 1959. In this influential piece of work, Goffman introduces the concept of “dramaturgy” and explores how individuals shape and present themselves to others in social … Read more
Chapter 1 What’s The True Believer by Eric Hoffer “The True Believer: Thoughts on the Nature of Mass Movements” is a nonfiction book written by American philosopher Eric Hoffer. It was first published in 1951 and has since been regarded as a classic work on the psychology and dynamics of mass movements. In this book, … Read more
Chapter 1 What’s Genghis Khan and the Making of the Modern World by Jack Weatherford “Genghis Khan and the Making of the Modern World” is a non-fiction book written by Jack Weatherford. It explores the life and legacy of Genghis Khan, one of history’s most influential and notorious figures. The book provides a comprehensive account … Read more
Chapter 1 What’s Brief Answers to the Big Questions by Stephen Hawking “Brief Answers to the Big Questions” is a book written by Stephen Hawking, a renowned theoretical physicist. The book was published posthumously in 2018, following Hawking’s death earlier that year. In this book, Hawking provides his insights and reflections on some of the … Read more
Chapter 1 What’s 1493 Book by Charles С. Mann “1493: Uncovering the New World Columbus Created” is a book written by Charles C. Mann. It was published in 2011 and explores the global consequences of Christopher Columbus’ 1492 voyage to the Americas. The book examines the impact of the Columbian Exchange, which refers to the … Read more
Chapter 1 What’s Option B by Sheryl Sandberg Option B is a book written by Sheryl Sandberg and Adam Grant. It is a memoir and self-help book that addresses grief, resilience, and finding joy and meaning in life after experiencing a significant loss or setback. The book is inspired by Sandberg’s personal experience of losing … Read more
Chapter 1 What’s Salt Sugar Fat by Michael Moss “Salt Sugar Fat: How the Food Giants Hooked Us” is a non-fiction book written by investigative journalist Michael Moss. In this book, Moss reveals the efforts of food manufacturers to make their products more appealing and addictive by intentionally adding excessive amounts of salt, sugar, and … Read more
Chapter 1 What’s The Code of the Extraordinary Mind by Vishen Lakhiani The Code of the Extraordinary Mind is a self-help book written by Vishen Lakhiani, the founder and CEO of Mindvalley, a personal development and education platform. The book presents a new way of thinking and living that challenges traditional norms and beliefs. Lakhiani … Read more
