Category: Books
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How Audiobooks Help Me Read 130 Books a Year
In a world that seems to spin faster each day, finding the time to sit down and immerse oneself in the pages of a book can feel like a luxury. Yet, I’ve uncovered a transformative solution that has not only allowed me to maintain a robust reading habit but has propelled me to devour an…
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Ru by Kim Thúy: Rivers of Memory and Migration
At the tender age of ten, Kim Thúy embarked on a journey that would shape the course of her life and eventually inspire her debut novel, Ru. Fleeing Vietnam with her family, they left behind not just a grand house but the intangible riches of their homeland – the ponds adorned with lotus blossoms, the…
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When We Walk By: Homelessness in America
Kevin F. Adler‘s When We Walk By is a compelling and urgent exploration of homelessness in America. Through a deeply personal lens, the book prompts readers to confront their preconceived notions and critically examine their responses to those experiencing homelessness. The narrative delves into the societal repercussions of indifference, advocating for a shift towards empathy,…