Memory Power 101: A Comprehensive Guide to Better Learning for Students, Businesspeople, and Seniors by W.R. Klemm My rating: 5 of 5 stars There is so much in this book for a first-time memory study and beginning ‘practicer’ like me that I copied a lot of notes and kept it where I can review the … Continue reading “Book Review #19 – Memory Power 101: A Comprehensive Guide to Better Learning for Students, Businesspeople, and Seniors”
Category: Book Reviews
In this section, I dive into the world of literature, sharing insights and reflections on books that have inspired, challenged, or entertained me. From thought-provoking non-fiction to captivating novels, these reviews explore the lessons, ideas, and emotions that each book brings to the table. Whether you’re looking for your next read or curious about different perspectives, you’ll find honest opinions and recommendations here. I’ve listed only my favorites here, but I’ve read many more books. Feel free to explore my full reading list at: www.goodreads.com/alexshaikh. Happy reading!
Book Review #18 – What Would MacGyver Do?: True Stories of Improvised Genius in Everyday Life
What Would MacGyver Do?: True Stories of Improvised Genius in Everyday Life by Brendan Vaughan My rating: 1 of 5 stars I am so despondent over this book. So little was anywhere close to the type of solutions that MacGyver would do; worst was that he wouldn’t have even participated in these stories. Too many … Continue reading “Book Review #18 – What Would MacGyver Do?: True Stories of Improvised Genius in Everyday Life”
Book Review #17 – Steal Like an Artist: 10 Things Nobody Told You About Being Creative
Steal Like an Artist: 10 Things Nobody Told You About Being Creative by Austin Kleon My rating: 5 of 5 stars A fantastic book and it probably took me an hour (tops) to read. For the win. Even though this book is a quick read, the sheer volume of encouraging and inspiring truth bombs makes … Continue reading “Book Review #17 – Steal Like an Artist: 10 Things Nobody Told You About Being Creative”
Book Review #16 – Endurance: A Year in Space, A Lifetime of Discovery
Endurance: A Year in Space, A Lifetime of Discovery by Scott Kelly My rating: 4 of 5 stars Author, as well as astronaut Scott Kelly, has so much to tell, and I enjoyed all of the details of life in space aboard the I.S.S., and life with Russian Cosmonauts and the Russian Space Federations’ role … Continue reading “Book Review #16 – Endurance: A Year in Space, A Lifetime of Discovery”
Book Review #15 – Animal Farm
Animal Farm by George Orwell My rating: 5 of 5 stars Since we find ourselves again in the maras of Presidential politics, a book written 3/4 century ago will open your eyes in a way you simply cannot imagine. History has a funny way of repeating itself and while the powers that held control tried … Continue reading “Book Review #15 – Animal Farm”