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1. ‘The Art of War’ by Sun Tzu
Compiled more than two thousand years ago by a mysterious warrior-philosopher, ‘The Art of War’ is still perhaps the most prestigious and influential book of…
2. ‘The Confessions of Nat Turner’ by William Styron
‘The Confessions of Nat Turner’ is narrated by Nat himself as he lingers in jail through the cold autumnal days before his execution. The compelling…
3. ‘Sisterhood is Powerful: An Anthology of Writings from the Women’s Liberation Movement’ by Robin Morgan
When first published in 1970, this book was a manifesto for a generation of women. Although it has not been updated since, it demonstrates how…
4. ‘Nostradamus: The Millennium and Beyond by Peter Lorie
Peter Lorie, in this new volume of predictions for the next two decades, has successfully provided a completely new insight into the prophet’s methods, basing…
5. ‘Native Son’ by Richard Wright
Right from the start, Bigger Thomas had been headed for jail. It could have been for assault or petty larceny; by chance, it was for…
6. ‘Black Like Me’ by John Howard Griffin
In the Deep South of the 1950s, journalist John Howard Griffin decided to cross the color line. Using medication that darkened his skin to deep…
7. ‘And Still I Rise’ by Maya Angelou
In this inspiring poem, Maya Angelou celebrates the courage of the human spirit over the harshest of obstacles. An ode to the power that resides…
8. ‘1984’ by George Orwell
Written in 1948, 1984 was George Orwell’s chilling prophecy about the future. And while 1984 has come and gone, Orwell’s narrative is more timely that…
9. ‘Thoughts and Meditations’ by Khalil Gibran
Here is the fiery prophet, assailing the corruptions of Syrian governmental and upper social circles with the wrath and scorn of Biblical seers. (Good Reads)
10. ‘The Screenwriter’s Workbook’ by Syd Field
This is the book that allows you to participate in the processes that have made Syd Fields workshops invaluable to beginners and working professionals alike.…
