Pros: Interesting topic, contains some intriguing observations, and some useful advice. Cons: Nonsensical claims, over statements, vague opinion, ad hominem attacks on detractors, demagoguery, ego distracting.
I recently finished this well known best seller on a flight to Costa Rica. The book discusses a very interesting topic that to a large extent has been ignored and that is "the impact of unexpected events". The book contains some interesting observations, ...
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