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Book Review: The End of Big

Posted on July 26, 2013 by Harry Katz

The End of BigBy Nicco MeleSt. Martin’s Press, New York, 2013 The only reason I didn’t throw this book against a wall is because I read it on my Kindle. The main idea in The End of Big: How the … Continue reading →

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Book Review: Good Prose

Posted on February 23, 2013 by Harry Katz

Good Prose: The Art of Nonfiction By Tracy Kidder and Richard Todd Random House, New York, 2013 I’ve read a few books about writing over the years. They seem to come in two flavors. Some, like Writing Down the Bones … Continue reading →

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Book Review: Stealth of Nations

Posted on November 11, 2012 by Harry Katz

Stealth of Nations: The Global Rise of the Informal Economy By Robert Neuwirth Anchor Books, New York, 2011 Stealth of Nations is about the “informal” economy – the underground, unregistered, unlicensed, untaxed and often unlawful economy.  Author Robert Neuwirth calls … Continue reading →

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Book Review: Winner Take All

Posted on August 10, 2012 by Harry Katz

Winner Take All:  China’s Race for Resources and What It Means for the WorldBy Dambisa MoyoBasic Books, New York, 2012 Dambisa Moyo’s latest book, Winner Take All:  China’s Race for Resources and What It Means for the World, is supposed … Continue reading →

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Book Review: 17 Equations That Changed the World

Posted on May 28, 2012 by Harry Katz

In Pursuit of the Unknown:  17 Equations That Changed the WorldBy Ian StewartBasic Books, New York, 2012 17 Equations That Changed the World:  It’s a greatest hits collection!  17 of your all-time favorite equations from the worlds of mathematics, physics … Continue reading →

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