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Evolve!: Succeeding in the Digital Culture of Tomorrow audio cassette

by Rosabeth Moss Kanter
- Rated 3 stars
“Not every expert should write on every topic. Even when it was published I found it dated and difficult to read.”

Daniel M wrote this review Monday, June 30 2008. ( reply | permalink )
Armchair Economist: Economics And Everyday Experience

by Steven E. Landsburg
- Rated 5 stars
“Steven Landsburg's writings were my post collegiate introduction to the real value of studying economics. My colleague, Ron Baker, recommended Landsburg and others. I purchased and read the book in almost one sitting. Humorous and well written, he describes much of the why of what we do. Great book. Guaranteed.”

Daniel M wrote this review Monday, June 30 2008. ( reply | permalink )
The Pinball Effect: How Renaissance Water Gardens Made Carburetor Possible - and Other Journeys

by Mark Chimsky, James Burke
- Rated 5 stars
“James Burke is clearly one of my favorites. Along with his many books are at least 2 television series. He is also the author of The Day the Universe Changed and Connections. The Pinball Effect continues Burke's methodology and curiosity about how we have arrived where are and with the technology that we have. James Burke, during an early 90's lecture in San Francisco explained his viewpoint about the potential for people to expand their intellectual capabilities as we allow technology to handle more of our daily activities. James Burke is worth reading and thinking about.”

Daniel M wrote this review Monday, June 30 2008. ( reply | permalink )
The Burden of Bad Ideas: How Modern Intellectuals Misshape Our Society

by Heather Mac Donald
- Rated 4 stars
“Government folly. It surrounds all of us. Heather MacDonald has done an excellent job of illuminating the lunacy and its impact upon all of us.”

Daniel M wrote this review Monday, June 30 2008. ( reply | permalink )
Hidden Value: How Great Companies Achieve Extraordinary Results with Ordinary People

by Charles A. O'Reilly
- Rated 4 stars
“Why are companies successful by not chasing the same "hot" talent? The challenge facing businesses today is recruiting and retaining their human capital. Money alone is a hygiene factor. Organizations are better served by creating an environment where ordinary people lead to success.”

Daniel M wrote this review Monday, June 30 2008. ( reply | permalink )
Blue Streak: Inside jetBlue, the Upstart that Rocked an Industry

by Barbara Sturken Peterson
- Rated 5 stars
“I read this book during a spring break vacation. I haven't stopped recommending it. The story of Jet Blue and what it takes to start an airline is a great story and compelling read. Regardless of your airline affiliation, this is illuminating. Read this book - you'll learn a great deal. Even though some of the bloom has has turned on Jet Blue (since the famous snow storm episode), it is still amazing that they are as successful as they are.”

Daniel M wrote this review Sunday, June 29 2008. ( reply | permalink )
The Ordinary Business of Life: A History of Economics from the Ancient World to the Twenty-First Century

by Roger Backhouse
- Rated 4 stars
“I found this to be long at times and tedious at others. Yet, as books of this genre go, I found this read compelling. If you enjoy history and especially history of how we progressed from ancient times to today, you should consider this book.”

Daniel M wrote this review Sunday, June 29 2008. ( reply | permalink )
Seven Summits

by Dick Bass
- Rated 5 stars
“Next to "The Complete Walker", this is my favorite mountaineering book. The story of Dick Bass and Frank Wells to become the first people to summit the highest mountain on each continent is an amazing story. Also, since Dick Bass was solidly in his 50's when the story starts and Frank Wells had never climbed a real mountain, it is even a better story. After reading this book, I had the pleasure to meet Dick Bass - and he is clearly a modern "man's man" and I salute his ability to accomplish his goals. Even if you don't climb mountains, this is a great read.”

Daniel M wrote this review Sunday, June 29 2008. ( reply | permalink )
The Lost Explorer : Finding Mallory On Mount Everest

by David Roberts, Conrad Anker
- Rated 4 stars
“Conrad Anker signed my copy as my wife met in him in Seattle. I had met Conrad at a previous mountaineering society event. Having been to Everest, I have always enjoyed well written histories of Mt. Everest and mountaineering. A great read. Mallory, for the uninitiated, was an early Mt. Everest explorer and during the 1920's attempted to climb (without oxygen or down parkas or what I call even, decent boots) and was seen near the summit, and then disappeared. Conrad and his team located Mallory's remains almost 80 years later and has written a great narrative about how Mallory and his journey handled the Mountain.”

Daniel M wrote this review Sunday, June 29 2008. ( reply | permalink )
Inside Steve's Brain

by Leander Kahney
- Rated 5 stars
“Wow. Wow. Wow. This is a great book. It is full of knowledge, passion, humor, and insight as to why and how Apple became the company it is today. A must read.”

Daniel M wrote this review Sunday, June 29 2008. ( reply | permalink )