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Category: Education
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“Education of a Wandering Man” is Louis L’Amour’s memoir, emphasizing the importance of self-education and reading. L’Amour’s experiences and insights inspire lifelong learning and meaningful book collections.
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“How to Read a Book” by Adler & Van Doren details the 4 levels of reading, the importance of active reading, and the need for implementation after acquiring knowledge.
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The Joys of Compounding by Gautam Baid is a powerful ode to lifelong learning, emphasizing the rewards of delayed gratification, the significance of mentors, and the value of reading. Baid urges readers to apply their knowledge, embrace humility, and extend assistance to others. He also delves into the concept of the hedonic treadmill, which can…
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“The Power of Myth” by Joseph Campbell emphasizes the importance of myths, marriage, rites of passage, and dream interpretation.
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In his book Mastery, Robert Greene talks about the importance of having a mentor when starting your career. A mentor can guide you on the mistakes to avoid and tasks to focus on to succeed in your apprenticeship. Books Are Temporary Mentors Similarly, if your circumstances limit your contacts, books can serve as temporary mentors,…
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