“Missing In Action” is a compelling exploration of the vital role that public policy plays in shaping society. Through insightful analysis and engaging anecdotes, the authors make a compelling case for why every citizen should be actively engaged in understanding and influencing public policy.
What sets this book apart is its emphasis on the importance of citizen participation in the policymaking process. Well-informed and engaged citizens are essential for holding governments accountable and driving positive change.
This makes us think about how we can become active participants in shaping the policies that affect our lives. Whether you're a seasoned policymaker or a concerned citizen, this book is essential reading for anyone who cares about the future of their community.
I was initially intimidated by both the author's credentials but surprisingly this book is accessible to experts and layman readers (like me) alike. The authors eschew jargon and technical language, making complex economic concepts easily understandable to a broader audience. This accessibility, coupled with the book's compelling arguments and real-world examples, makes it a must-read for anyone interested in understanding India's economic trajectory.
I feel this is a significant book (and came at an apt time) for every Indian to read and understand what are the real issues around us and how government policies are formed to solve these problems. What sets this book apart is its forward-thinking approach. Rather than dwelling on past shortcomings, Rajan and Lamba focus on charting a path forward, offering innovative policy prescriptions aimed at unlocking India's full potential. From harnessing the power of technology to fostering entrepreneurship and innovation, the book presents a compelling vision for India's economic future.
Highly recommended.
“India Moving” by Chinmay Tumbe offers a deeply insightful exploration of India's vast migration landscape, spanning historical shifts to contemporary trends.
Tumbe skillfully weaves together narratives, statistics, and anecdotes, shedding light on the multifaceted dimensions of migration in the country. From rural-to-urban migrations to the complexities of internal and international movements, the book provides a comprehensive understanding of India's migration story.
Tumbe's engaging prose and meticulous research make “India Moving” a must-read for anyone interested in the socio-economic dynamics shaping modern India.
“An Immense World” by Ed Young is a captivating journey through the wonders of the natural world.
Through stunning illustrations and minimal text, Young invites readers to immerse themselves in the beauty and diversity of the planet.
Each page is a visual feast, bursting with vibrant colors and intricate details that ignite the imagination. From the depths of the ocean to the heights of the sky, “An Immense World” celebrates the awe-inspiring majesty of nature in all its forms.
Young's masterful artwork and poetic storytelling make this book a mesmerizing exploration for readers of all ages, reminding us of the boundless wonders that surround us every day.
This was one of the best love stories I have read in some time. I know it is categorized as Military Sci-Fi, but at its core, it is a love story.
I loved it, it was unputdownable! Love that the protagonist is a common man who gets drafted into the Military, not Hero material but survives tens of thousands of years fighting the forever war.
It is not a technically detailed space opera but what Halderman has done wonderfully is addressing so many different larger issues of the society. Its got fascinating theories regarding eugenics, culture, population control, time dilation, and human behavior, politics, propaganda, and It gives the reader a unique experience of what it would be like to return to a home and society you don't recognize.
The ending of this book is a treat! It's so good that I do not want a sequel, was it even needed? I am not too keen on picking up.
The Forever War is a unique and imaginative look into one man's life as he travels into the future.
Highly recommended!
“People's lives have no grand meaning or importance, and their actions, their comings and goings, do not affect the world.”
“One always has exaggerated ideas about what one doesn't know.”
This book affected me. I cannot get it out of my head and couldn't read anything else while I was reading this one. Few books stay with you forever and this is one of them!
There are tons of great reviews so I will suggest going through them and definitely read this book, it changes you!
3 ***
This was my first experience with LitRPG. It takes some time to get used to it but once you are in that mode it is almost like listening to the gameplay of an RPG.
I heard the audiobook and the narration was good. Overall a fun read, I had a good laugh a few times.
The first book did not entice me enough to pick the next ones in the series right away so maybe sometime later I will get back to this genre.
I have been avoiding these books for some time but found an excellent audiobook narration and decided to give it a shot.
I listened to the audiobook version by Bluefax and it was wonderfully done. I was completely hooked from start to end in this epic classic. It was narrated so well that I finished listening to the book in 3 days!
LOTR here I come!
Fantastic read!
Some delicate subjects are handled well, making this book much more accessible to all age groups. Sumino Yoru is such a powerful storyteller. The message “Happiness doesn't walk to you, that's why you gotta walk towards it” is laid out beautifully in this story. It also highlights the importance of maintaining connections with people around you and making friends.
I did a buddy read of this with my book club members and everyone loved this one. For some, this was their first Manga and they are already asking for more :)
“The most successful metaphors become invisible through ubiquity. The same is true of ideology, as it becomes thoroughly integrated into a culture, sheds its contours and distinctive outline, and dissolves finally into pure atmosphere.”
I love how the author could tie up philosophy, science and technology, and personal learnings from experiences together.
Some ideas like re-enchantment are excellent. Some hard questions on singularity, rationalism, AI-driven world are discussed very well by the author in this book.
Gist is - “How to be human in the age of AI”
My first reading of “rhyming couplets and prose vignettes.” I didn't know what to expect.
Unfortunately, this didn't work for me at all.
Poetry is okay-ish and sometimes I liked the vignettes more than the poetry. It was overkill at many places. Never felt attached to the plot or characters, but still would give 3.5 stars for the structure and attempt.
A very very short book (especially if you are listening to an audiobook) but very well written. This is a great example of saying a lot using few words. Writing is powerful at the same time very tender.
I am looking forward to read more of Claire Keegan now!
“It's too good, she is. She wants to find the good in others, and sometimes her way of finding that is to trust them, hoping she'll not be disappointed but she sometimes is.” ― Claire Keegan
“You don't ever have to say anything,” he says. “Always remember that as a thing you need never do. Many's the man lost much just because he missed a perfect opportunity to say nothing.”