Books matching: community
100 result(s)
Readers also searched for:
'Difficult Conversations: How to Discuss What Matters Most' by Douglas Stone is a comprehensive guide on navigating challenging conversations in various aspects of life, such as work, relationships, and friendships. The book provides practical suggestions and tools to improve communication skills and handle difficult situations effectively. It emphasizes the importance of understanding human nature, managing emotions, and fostering constructive dialogue to achieve positive outcomes in conversations.
The authors, Douglas Stone, Bruce Patton, and Sheila Heen, use real-life examples and scenarios to illustrate the complexities of human interactions and offer strategies to address common stumbling blocks in communication. The writing style is engaging, insightful, and offers a common-sense approach to handling difficult conversations with empathy, understanding, and respect.
He explains: “Late one afternoon I got a call from Michael, a good friend and occasional client. ‘I’m in a tight spot,’ he told me. ‘I need a financial brochure laid out and printed by tomorrow aftern...Understanding Comics: The Invisible Art by Scott McCloud is a groundbreaking exploration of the comic book medium, presented in a comic book format. McCloud delves into the history, attributes, and techniques of comics, making it an enlightening and thought-provoking read for both comic enthusiasts and those interested in art. Through the use of graphic illustration, McCloud explains the intricacies of comic storytelling, art, and the unique attributes of the medium, offering a comprehensive understanding of comics as a form of art and communication.
'The Visual Display of Quantitative Information' by Edward R. Tufte establishes him as an authority on the subject of graphs, charts, and tables, providing readers with the ability to navigate through statistical and graphical arguments effectively. Tufte simplifies complex data representations, such as box and whisker diagrams, making them easier to understand and more informative. emphasizes maximizing data ink and minimizing non-data ink, offering logical and intuitive guidelines to improve the presentation of quantitative data.
Tufte's book serves as a foundation for understanding graphical depictions of data and information, enabling readers to become critical users of visual information in various aspects of their lives, from newspapers to work presentations. challenges traditional methods of data presentation, encouraging readers to eschew outdated practices like using pie charts and grid lines, and instead opt for clearer and more effective ways of presenting data.
'The Tipping Point: How Little Things Can Make a Big Difference' by Malcolm Gladwell delves into the concept of social epidemics and how small changes can lead to significant impacts. Through various examples and case studies, Gladwell explores the factors that contribute to tipping points in trends, behaviors, and social movements. The writing style is a mix of storytelling and analysis, with engaging anecdotes that illustrate the author's points about the dynamics of social change.
On December 22, 1984, the Saturday before Christmas, Bernhard Goetz left his apartment in Manhattan’s Greenwich Village and walked to the IRT subway station at Fourteenth Street and Seventh Avenue. He...- #5
Save:Unflattening by Nick Sousanis is a visually stunning graphic novel that challenges the traditional ways of learning and thinking. Through a combination of thought-provoking images and minimal text, Sousanis explores the interconnectedness of text and image as educational tools. The book takes readers on a journey through different dimensions, encouraging them to step out of their limited perspectives and embrace new ways of seeing the world. Sousanis weaves together philosophy, science, and comic theory to create a unique and inspiring work that invites readers to reconsider their understanding of knowledge and perception.
'Nonviolent Communication: A Language of Life' by Marshall B. Rosenberg is a transformative book that teaches readers how to communicate effectively and compassionately in various relationships. The book provides practical tools for expressing needs and feelings without blame, as well as techniques for active listening to ensure understanding and empathy. Through real-world examples and role plays, Rosenberg introduces the Nonviolent Communication (NVC) process, emphasizing the importance of mindfulness of feelings and needs, ultimately leading to improved relationships and emotional intelligence.
“Marshall Rosenberg’s dynamic communication techniques transform potential conflicts into peaceful dialogues. You’ll learn simple tools to defuse arguments and create compassionate connections with yo...Blink: The Power of Thinking Without Thinking by Malcolm Gladwell is a nonfiction book that delves into the nature of perception and decision-making. Gladwell uses various examples, anecdotes, and studies to explore how our unconscious mind affects our conscious decisions, emphasizing the importance of snap judgments and intuition. The book discusses the concept of "thin-slicing," where quick decisions made in the blink of an eye can sometimes be more accurate and valuable than well-thought-out conclusions. Gladwell's engaging narrative style weaves together stories about first impressions, body language, quick decisions, and the inner workings of the human mind.
Some years ago, a young couple came to the University of Washington to visit the laboratory of a psychologist named John Gottman. They were in their twenties, blond and blue-eyed with stylishly tousle...Malcolm Gladwell's book 'David and Goliath: Underdogs, Misfits, and the Art of Battling Giants' challenges conventional beliefs by exploring the idea that disadvantages can actually lead to success. Through a collection of interesting and fascinating stories, Gladwell illustrates how being weaker, smaller, or having a disability can make individuals stronger and better equipped to overcome challenges in life. The book delves into historical examples and modern-day scenarios to highlight how underdogs can prevail and how what may seem like disadvantages can be turned into advantages.
Gladwell weaves together anecdotes and research to present a unique perspective on success, exploring themes such as the impact of class size on education, the dynamics of elite versus non-elite colleges, and the strategies underdogs use to win throughout history. With a narrative that is both engaging and thought-provoking, 'David and Goliath' challenges readers to reconsider their assumptions about success and the factors that contribute to it.
When Vivek Ranadivé decided to coach his daughter Anjali’s basketball team, he settled on two principles. The first was that he would never raise his voice. This was National Junior Basketball—the Lit...The Red Flag: A History of Communism by David Priestland is a comprehensive exploration of the rise and fall of Communism across the globe. The book delves into the origins of socialism and communism, tracing their development from the French Revolution through the tumultuous 20th century. Priestland provides biographical vignettes on key figures like Lenin and Stalin, shedding light on the different varieties of Marxism and their impact on various regions. The narrative discusses the application of Marxism in Russia while also giving attention to its variations in Europe, Latin America, Africa, and Asia. The book aims to understand communism by delving into the contemporary mindset of its adherents and analyzing why it succeeded or failed in different contexts.
In November 1989 the Berlin Wall – the concrete and graffiti-daubed symbol of division between the Communist East and the capitalist West – was breached; joyful demonstrators from both sides danced an...- #10
Save:Arcadia by Lauren Groff is a beautifully written novel that delves into the life of Bit, a boy born in an upstate New York hippie commune in the 1960s. The story follows the rise and fall of Arcadia, a commune that starts small but grows into a large counter-cultural hub before collapsing under the weight of egos, permissiveness, drugs, and sex. Through Bit's perspective, readers witness his journey from viewing Arcadia as a perfect and idyllic world to discovering its flaws and eventually venturing out into the wider world. Groff's prose is described as poetic and rich, capturing both the language and the depth of the story.
Bit is already moving when he wakes. It is February, still dark. He is five years old. His father is zipping Bit within his own jacket where it is warmest, and Abe’s heart beats a drum against Bit’s e...
