Download or read book How to Do Nothing written by Jenny Odell and published by Melville House. This book was released on 2019-04-23 with total page 257 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: ** A New York Times Bestseller ** NAMED ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR BY: Time • The New Yorker • NPR • GQ • Elle • Vulture • Fortune • Boing Boing • The Irish Times • The New York Public Library • The Brooklyn Public Library "A complex, smart and ambitious book that at first reads like a self-help manual, then blossoms into a wide-ranging political manifesto."—Jonah Engel Bromwich, The New York Times Book Review One of President Barack Obama's "Favorite Books of 2019" Porchlight's Personal Development & Human Behavior Book of the Year In a world where addictive technology is designed to buy and sell our attention, and our value is determined by our 24/7 data productivity, it can seem impossible to escape. But in this inspiring field guide to dropping out of the attention economy, artist and critic Jenny Odell shows us how we can still win back our lives. Odell sees our attention as the most precious—and overdrawn—resource we have. And we must actively and continuously choose how we use it. We might not spend it on things that capitalism has deemed important … but once we can start paying a new kind of attention, she writes, we can undertake bolder forms of political action, reimagine humankind’s role in the environment, and arrive at more meaningful understandings of happiness and progress. Far from the simple anti-technology screed, or the back-to-nature meditation we read so often, How to do Nothing is an action plan for thinking outside of capitalist narratives of efficiency and techno-determinism. Provocative, timely, and utterly persuasive, this book will change how you see your place in our world.

Download or read book Not Much Just Chillin written by Linda Perlstein and published by Farrar, Straus and Giroux. This book was released on 2003-09-04 with total page 328 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A report from the front lines of the most formative-and least understood-years of children's lives Suddenly they go from striving for A's to barely passing, or obsessing for hours over "boyfriends" they've barely spoken to. Former chatterboxes answer in monosyllables; free-thinkers mimic their peers' clothes, not to mention their opinions. Bodies and psyches morph under the most radical changes since infancy. On the surface, they're "just chillin'." Underneath, they're a stew of anxiety and ardor, conformity and rebellion. They are kids in the middle school years, the age every adult remembers well enough to dread. No one understands them, not parents, not teachers, least of all themselves-no one, that is, until Linda Perlstein spent a year immersed in the lives of suburban Maryland middle-schoolers and emerged with this pathbreaking account. The book traverses the school year, following five representative kids-and including the stories of many more-as they study, party, IM each other, and simply explain what they think and feel. As Perlstein writes about what she saw and heard, she explains what's really going on under the don't-touch-me facade of these critically formative years, in which kids grapple with schoolwork, puberty, romance, identity, and new kinds of relationships with their parents and peers. Not Much Just Chillin' offers a trail map to the baffling no-man's-land between child and teen, the time when children don't want to grow up, and so badly do.

Download or read book Imp Series Books 4 6 written by Debra Dunbar and published by Debra Dunbar. This book was released on 2021-10-10 with total page 995 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Enjoy this humorous urban fantasy series with an antihero demon by author Debra Dunbar. WARNING: This series has laugh-out loud antics, an OCD werewolf, and a sexy angel. Get ready to binge read this bestselling antihero urban fantasy series! This Imp Series set includes: *DEVIL'S PAW* *IMP FORSAKEN* *ANGEL OF CHAOS* What readers are saying about the Imp Series :"Funny as hell." "The Imp Series is now in my top ten favorite series." "Laughs galore!" "This series is excellent and truly one of my favorites of all times." "Dunbar has created one of my favorite characters in Sam, the imp." "The character growth, the signature laugh out loud moments, the impy antics....This series... is truly in the top three of my favorite series ever." "Debra's Imp Series is a must read for any Urban Fantasy fan." If you like Shannon Mayer, K.F. Breene, Shayne Silvers, Hailey Edwards, or Yasmine Galenorn, you'll love this series. The Imp world includes demons, angels, werewolves, elves, vampires, and more.

Download or read book Kid written by Sebastian de Souza and published by Offliner Press. This book was released on 2021-03-18 with total page 418 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: London. The year 2078. Like all other major cities, London is a silent wasteland, abandoned and crumbling, populated only by the renegade ‘Offliner’ movement, the lawless ‘Seekers’ and other minorities that rejected The Upload in 2060. As a result, these rebels live off the grid and in abject poverty, taking shelter in makeshift shantytowns and hideouts. The Offliners have made the disused Piccadilly Circus Tube station their home: a fully self-sufficient, subterranean community of about 500 people, known as the ‘Cell’. In 2060, following a series of deadly pandemics, devastating environmental disasters and a violent surge in cyber terrorism, the UN made it compulsory for every tax paying citizen in all of its 193 united nations to login to the Perspecta Universe: a virtual reality universe provided by the tech giant Gnosys Inc. So began a period of history known as The Upload. Totally safe, pollution free, environmentally friendly: what was an alternative reality at first has become the only reality. Now, in 2078, billions of people all around the world exist in dedicated Hab-Belts – massive dormitory complexes surrounding the major cities – unconscious of the world around them: living, working, loving, learning, inside the Perspecta Universe. KID – A History of The Future follows Josh ‘Kid’ Jones, a young Offliner who discovers that an antiquated piece of technology called an ‘iPhone’, left to him by his father, seemingly allows him to communicate with the past through social media. He strikes up a friendship with Isabel Parry, a 16 year old in 2021, and the two begin communicating through time and space via Instagram. In doing so they are not only changing their own fate, but also the fate of the rest of the world.

Download or read book The Hood written by Quietstrength and published by AuthorHouse. This book was released on 2019-11-21 with total page 337 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This marvelous autobiography chronicles the unbelievable life of its author from his troubled childhood in Scotland through his glorious golden years in Whistler to his traumatic fall from grace in Vancouver, Canada. This magnificent manuscript is a true, factual real-life story that highlights and challenges pretty much everything we all take for granted in our modern lifestyles. Through his incredible journey, the author not only gives a blow-by-blow narrative of his roller-coaster life but also, from these experiences, presents a whole different perspective on this thing we all call life. It really is an astonishing story that the very few that have heard it compelled him to write as it could not only become an inspirational self-help book for those experiencing similar struggles in their own life but also a drastic warning of what can really happen in a heartbeat to anyone, anywhere, anytime on this planet we call home. Put simply, this is a phenomenal must-read autobiography novel that no matter who you are—male or female, rich or poor, sick or healthy, CEO or garbage collector—yes, everyone should read. From his genuinely sensational life story, Andrew explores the very core of our civilization and presents a very different perspective on what we all now use as measures of success like power, wealth, must-have toys, etc. His trials and tribulations, that simply have to be read to be believed, offer a very different alternative course for humanity to gain what we all privately seek deep down inside us all, namely acceptance, friendship, confidence, faith, hope, true happiness, and pure love, which in reality fly in the face of the more materialistic goals. But rather than being some naive, idealistic, ivory tower novel, everything is based on the real world. It is truly a monumental masterpiece that even the Hollywood scriptwriters would have a hard time of dreaming up. A truly wonderful book for the ages, and if it doesn’t change the world, it might just change your world.

Download or read book Notebooks written by A.M. Klein and published by University of Toronto Press. This book was released on 1995-12-15 with total page 304 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Much of A.M. Klein's finest prose is to be found in the mass of uncompleted work that he abandoned at the time of his breakdown, and that became accessible only when his papers were deposited in the National Archives. Notebooks offers a generous selection of this work, revealing previously unsuspected facets of Klein's character and artistry. The fiction, criticism, and memoirs collected here focus on Klein's exploration of the role of the artist. The works illuminate crucial periods of his career, especially the early 1940s, when he was transforming himself into a modernist, and the early 1950s, when he was struggling to overcome the misgivings about his art that were to lead to his final breakdown. The semi-autobiographical text which Klein referred to as 'Raw Material' and the unfinished novel of prison life entitled 'Stranger and Afraid' cast a new light on Klein's often frustrating relationship with the Montreal Jewish community. In 'Marginalia' he discusses poetic form and technique and makes observations on the nature of poetry, thereby providing insights into his own concerns as a writer. In 'The Golem,' a profoundly ambiguous treatment of the act of creation, a self-portrait emerges of a storyteller who has lost faith in the power and value of his story. The volume includes a critical introduction, that places the material in the context of Klein's other works, as well as textual and explanatory notes.

Download or read book The Double Life of Danny Day written by Mike Thayer and published by Feiwel & Friends. This book was released on 2021-06-15 with total page 249 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A boy who lives every day twice uses his ability to bring down bullies at his new school in Mike Thayer's humor-filled middle grade novel, The Double Life of Danny Day. My name is Danny Day, and I live every day twice. The first time, it’s a “discard day.” It’s kind of like a practice run. At the end of the day, I go to bed, wake up, and poof everything gets reset, everything except my memory, that is. The second time, everything is normal, just like it is for everyone else. That’s when everything counts and my actions stick. As you could probably guess, “Sticky Day” Danny is very different from “Discard Day” Danny. When Danny’s family moves across the country, he suddenly has to use his ability for more than just slacking off and playing video games. Now he's making new friends, fending off jerks, exposing a ring of cheaters in the lunchtime video game tournament, and taking down bullies one day at a time ... or is it two days at a time?

Download or read book Wartime Notebooks written by Andrzej Bobkowski and published by Yale University Press. This book was released on 2018-01-01 with total page 698 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A Polish writer's experience of wartime France, a cosmopolitan outsider's perspective on politics, culture, and life under duress When the aspiring young writer Andrzej Bobkowski, a self-styled cosmopolitan Pole, found himself caught in occupied France in 1940, he recorded his reflections on culture, politics, history, and everyday life. Published after the war, his notebooks offer an outsider's perspective on the hardships and ironies of the Occupation. In the face of war, Bobkowski celebrates the value of freedom and human life through the evocation--in a daringly untragic mode--of ordinary existence, the taste of simple food, the beauty of the French countryside. Resisting intellectual abstractions, his notes exude a young man's pleasure in physical movement--miles clocked on country roads and Parisian streets on his trusty bike--and they reveal the emergence of an original literary voice. Bobkowski was recognized in his homeland as a master of modern Polish prose only after Communism ended. He remains to be discovered in the English-speaking world.

Download or read book The Detention Clique written by T.A Rainford and published by T.A Rainford. This book was released on 2024-10-07 with total page 117 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Detention Clique Six students walk into detention with nothing in common but their shared punishment. By the end of the day, they’ll have uncovered something much bigger than themselves. For Alex, Zoe, Jason, Bella, Sam, and Emily, detention was supposed to be just another school day wasted. But when an unexpected discovery draws them into a dangerous game of secrets, these unlikely allies are forced to work together to uncover the truth. What starts as a simple act of rebellion quickly spirals into a conspiracy that could threaten everything they know. As the clock ticks down, they’ll have to decide whether they’re willing to risk it all to expose the hidden power controlling their school. Some rules were made to be broken. But breaking the wrong ones might cost them everything. With sharp dialogue, unforgettable characters, and a mystery that pulls you in, The Detention Clique is a thrilling YA adventure that will leave you on the edge of your seat.

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Download or read book A Veteran s Quest for Justice written by Geoffrey Hudswell and published by Xlibris Corporation. This book was released on 2020-03-25 with total page 253 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Archie Pegg, a serving police officer, is confronted with the possibility of an old comrade being wrongfully accused of war crimes, as a result of the old comrade’s previous service in the Balkans. Pegg must work hard to save his old friend from the clutches of evil and corrupt men. In order to achieve a successful resolution of this dire situation, Pegg must pull a few strokes of his own. In doing so he puts both his life and career in jeopardy.

Download or read book The Notebooks of Malte Laudris Brigge written by and published by Namaskar Book. This book was released on with total page 166 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Enter the introspective world of Rainer Maria Rilke's "The Notebooks of Malte Laurids Brigge". Explore the depths of human experience and existential questioning as Rilke invites you into the mind of his enigmatic protagonist. As you immerse yourself in the pages of this literary masterpiece, prepare to embark on a journey of self-discovery and introspection. Rilke's poetic prose weaves a tapestry of longing, despair, and fleeting moments of beauty, offering profound insights into the human condition. But amidst the contemplation of life's mysteries, one haunting question echoes throughout: What does it mean to exist in a world filled with uncertainty and transience? Join Malte Laurids Brigge on his quest for meaning and belonging, as he grapples with the complexities of love, loss, and the passage of time. Are you ready to confront the existential dilemmas that haunt us all? Engage with Rilke's profound meditations on the nature of existence, delving deep into the recesses of the human soul. Don't miss the chance to delve into the depths of human experience. Dive into "The Notebooks of Malte Laurids Brigge" now, and embark on a transformative journey of self-discovery and enlightenment. Seize the opportunity to explore the profound insights of one of the greatest poets of the twentieth century. Purchase your copy of "The Notebooks of Malte Laurids Brigge" today and discover a world where every page brims with poetic brilliance and existential wisdom.

Download or read book Gangsta Twist 1 written by Clifford "Spud" Johnson and published by Urban Books. This book was released on 2014-02-25 with total page 333 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Gangsta Twist 1 is a modern-day Robin Hood meets Mission: Impossible with a witty urban twist. Taz, the ruthless leader of an elite group of bandits, falls hopelessly in love with Sacha, an up-and-coming lawyer who will stop at nothing to become a partner in her firm. When Cliff, Sacha's ex-boyfriend, hears of her newfound love, all hell breaks loose. Cliff seeks Taz's daughter to get closer to his inner circle. Will Taz be forced to give up his true love in order to save his daughter from the deadly hands of Cliff? Or will Sacha and Taz finally have their happily ever after? Won, the wealthy councilman, knows that the only chance he has at reelection is if there are no competitors. Will Taz, his trusty disciple, and his crew be able to handle the orders given by Won to bring down his peers? Ride with the gang as they travel in search of Won's competitors. Let Gangsta Twist 1 take you on a fast-paced ride full of deceit, fast money, and revenge, where the winner takes all.

Download or read book Imagines Boy Band Babes written by Doeneseya Bates and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2017-05-08 with total page 111 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Fanfiction at its best, from your favorite Wattpad authors! In this collection drawn from the Imagines anthology headlined by Anna Todd (After, Nothing More) comes six stories putting “YOU” alongside your favorite pop stars, including Justin Bieber, Zayn Malik, Michael Clifford, Niall Horan, Zac Efron, and Shawn Mendes! A unique and daring series of imagines in which you get to uncover the real boy behind the pop star hottie! Told in the second-person, “you” get to step into these swoonworthy and unpredictable adventures and do things like go on a romantic and exciting scavenger hunt through the city in search of your husband Justin Bieber, attend the prom of your dreams with Michael Clifford, and party with Shawn Mendes. Dive into the fantasy worlds of your favorite pop stars now! Note: Although this book mentions many real celebrities, they have not participated in, authorized, or endorsed its creation.

Download or read book Stalked written by Ebonie McBrayer and published by Archway Publishing. This book was released on 2019-06-25 with total page 167 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: It is 2014 as four friends travel to Myrtle Beach on spring break to seek independence for the first time in their young lives. As Amanda, her twin Allen, Kerry, and Michelle have the time of their lives, they have no idea that a tragedy is looming on the horizon that will leave one of them hateful, jealous, and out for vengeance. Three years later, Michelle is a makeup consultant who is full of confidence, self-love, and memories of the awful night that changed everything. When she takes her best friend, Kerry, on an all-expenses-paid trip to Texas, Michelle meets what she thinks is the perfect guy. Unfortunately, he is entangled with a woman who refuses to let him go and will do anything to keep him. Meanwhile, Kerry has been by Drake’s side through thick and thin. When she learns he has been harboring a dark secret, Kerry must decide whether to forgive him or get back at him. As both women battle their separate challenges, Amanda slowly unleashes her anger at the one unlucky soul she blames for everything. In this romantic thriller, a circle of friends becomes entangled in memories of a night gone wrong as one embarks on a journey to seek revenge while the others attempt to move forward.

Download or read book Eyes of the Heart written by Kyla Morel and published by Balboa Press. This book was released on 2019-07-15 with total page 301 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “When your family isn’t your actual family, but one person is” “Think positive,” Raelyn tells herself as she walks through the doors of her junior year. She is determined to have a fantastic year at her new high school, but that changes once she gets dumped by her long-term boyfriend. She shakes it off, still feeling confident, until this selfless student begins picking on her for positive attitude. It makes her twin brother, Bradyn, furious, but it doesn’t faze her at all. While trying to figure out why her boyfriend ended things unexpectedly, Raelyn realizes the truth. It leaves her shocked. So shocked that she didn’t know she fell in love with the boy who hurt her too. And that’s only the start. The twins later find out some conflicting and unbelievable news, leaving more broken hearts and even broken families. Bradyn tells Raelyn that he doesn’t know how to be positive anymore, but will she feel the same? After everything that has happened so far, will it get better or worse?

Download or read book Out of Bounds written by A.R. Barley and published by Carina Press. This book was released on 2016-03-14 with total page 139 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When the weather outside starts cooling down, inside the dorm things are heating up. Can these college roommates fall in love without going out of bounds? Beaten and heartbroken, Jesse Cole is placed in a new dorm room after his last roommate attacked him. Just wanting to be left alone to heal in peace, he's shocked when tall, dark and dangerous-looking Nick Moretti walks in. Nick doesn't have time to tiptoe around his new roommate—he's too busy working in order to pay for school. But something about Jesse brings out his protective instincts. As their cautious friendship grows and becomes loaded with sexual tension, he wants to make Jesse comfortable. Enter the perfect plan: a line of tape down the center of the room. Boundaries established. But as innocent movie nights become hours-long temptation marathons, and whispered chats from across the room delve into straight-up dirty territory, crossing the line has never been so satisfying.