Review
Knowledge
Knowledge, that invaluable reservoir of wisdom and insight, has guided humanity throughout its history. It represents the accumulation of facts, information, and understanding obtained through observation, study, and experience. From ancient philosophers to modern scientists, the pursuit of knowledge has fueled human progress and enlightenment, shaping civilizations and individuals alike.
By Niraj Ghimire2 years ago in BookClub
Strategies for Promoting Cooperation.
According to Axelrod’s (1984) analysis of tit for tat as a key successful strategy, several practical consequences follow for the promotion of cooperation. First, enlarge the shadow of the future. If the other individual thinks that you will interact frequently in the extended future, he or she has a greater incentive to cooperate. If people know when the “last move” will occur and that the relationship will end soon, there is a greater incentive to defect and not cooperate. Enlarging the shadow of the future can be accomplished by making interactions more frequent and by making a commitment to the relationship, which occurs, for example, with wedding vows. Perhaps one reason that divorces often get nasty, marred by unkind acts of mutual defection, is that both parties know the “last move” and hence perceive a sharply limited shadow of the future.
By Dominic Ach2 years ago in BookClub
Ghost Mansion
Once upon a time in a small town in London, there stood an old mansion that had been abandoned for over two centuries. The mansion had a dark history; an incident had occurred within its walls, causing the townspeople to believe it was cursed. Rumors spread of ghostly apparitions and strange noises emanating from the mansion, deterring anyone from venturing near.
By sayed tarek2 years ago in BookClub
Book Review: Gaia's Revenge by J.A. Browne
“Have we weakened Gaia so much that she has become a target for annihilation? My heart suddenly feels twice its weight…For the first time ever, I hate the fact that I am human.” Gaia, the Mother of All Nature has been poisoned. Her fevers are wreaking havoc and mass destruction across the worlds. Hannah has discovered a destiny she knew nothing about. A sacred bloodline under threat. Now, she’ll discover a world and a heritage she could never have imagined. As the heiress to Gaia and with growing power it falls to her and the Elementals, Constance, Jack and Harriet to save Gaia and all of life itself. But Hannah has a terrifying realisation: Gaia will stop at nothing to get her revenge… Perfect for fans of The Girl of Ink and Stars, Harry Potter and His Dark Materials.
By Marie Sinadjan2 years ago in BookClub
Rachel Reviews: The Lost Bookshop by Evie Woods
It's always telling how good a book is if you are able to read it quickly and that was the case for me and The Lost Bookshop. It was a really nice novel, which in itself, sounds like a fatuous and trite assessment of something which doesn't really have a lot about it at all.
By Rachel Deeming2 years ago in BookClub
Book Review: One Eye Opened In That Other Place by Christi Nogle
One Eye Opened in That Other Place collects Christi Nogle’s best weird and fantastical stories. The collection focuses on liminal spaces and the borders between places and states of mind. Though you might not find a traditional portal fantasy here, you will travel across thresholds and arrive at other places and times that are by turns disquieting, terrifying, and wonderful. Get up close with the local flora and fauna, peruse the weird art exhibits and special shows, and consider taking a dip in the mossy, snail-filled tank of water. Make sure to bring your special glasses This new collection will appeal to readers of Jeff VanderMeer, Charles Wilkinson, Steve Rasnic Tem, M. Rickert, Lynda E. Rucker and Stephen King’s novel Lisey’s Story.
By Marie Sinadjan2 years ago in BookClub
The Women: A Novel - Does it really deserve to be called a bestseller?
A #1 bestseller on The New York Times, USA Today, Washington Post, and Los Angeles Times! You can have a better idea of the story by getting a free audiobook on us through audible / amazon by clicking here.
By bookreviews2 years ago in BookClub
Rachel Reviews: A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J. Maas
I'm not going to lie to you: I was filled with many reservations before starting this book, recommended to me as it was by a friend who, having been lured into it by people around her, found that it lacked a certain something for her. My vision of my reading was one of endurance, where I had to try and get through it for her sake so that we could then tear it apart and examine its parts in a derisory and scathing manner for our own amusement. In the context of the action of the book, this is quite apt.
By Rachel Deeming2 years ago in BookClub
Reviewing The Villa
What's funny is I never intended to read this book. My parents were the ones who excitedly told me the book was coming out and that I could be on the pre-order list. They saw I had read the author's other book, Her Royal Highness, and wanted to ensure I was aware that an author they thought enjoyed had written a new book. I found it so endearing that I did just that; I got on the pre-order list. My parents (whose Amazon account I shared) watched as the delivery continued to get pushed out. I waited over a year, and when it finally arrived at my doorstep, I had forgotten I ordered it in the first place, making it a pleasant surprise.
By Anjolene Bozeman 2 years ago in BookClub
Book Review: Winter Harvest by Ioanna Papadopoulou
When her beloved daughter Kore vanishes, Demeter is distraught. Suspecting betrayal and mistrusting of her family, she searches across the world, unable to come to terms with such a loss. But Demeter is one of the original goddesses of Mount Olympus, and a force not to be underestimated. She is determined that she will find her daughter, even if it means destroying humanity in the process. Winter Harvest is a brand-new, dark reimagining of the tale of Demeter and Persephone by Greek author Ioanna Papadopoulou. Steeped in lore and with a deep understanding of the many different facets of Demeter’s personality, this retelling will change your perspective on one of the most well-known stories of Greek mythology.
By Marie Sinadjan2 years ago in BookClub
