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Subject: Re: Non-fiction recommendations


Author:
Jon
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Date Posted: 06:03:44 11/09/05 Wed
In reply to: Kristen 's message, "Non-fiction recommendations" on 19:28:28 11/06/05 Sun

Currently reading "The Fabric of the Cosmos:"

a book that explains Einstein's theories of special/general relativity and quantum mechanics and describes how they are used by physicists to explain the universe. It's a little tough to read in parts, but it's pretty good.

Recommending "Blink" and "Tipping Point" (both by Malcolm Gladwell):

"Blink" discusses the strengths and shortfalls of the subconscious using interesting and well-written examples.
Can't read the whole book? Read the chapter about the Pepsi challenge.

"Tipping Point" talks about the rise of fads/epidemics (non-viral).
Can't read the whole book? Read the chapter describing Mavens and Salespeople and the one describing the 'stickiness factor' using Sesame Street and Blue's Clues

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Kristen
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Date Posted: 12:39:34 11/29/05 Tue

I just re-watched a made-for TV movie based on Randy Shilts' book _And The Band Played On_. The all-star cast includes Matthew Modine, Alan Alda, Richard Gere, Angelica Houston, Phil Collins, Steve Martin, Ian McKellen, Lily Tomlin--this movie is a given for the Kevin Bacon game--and it's definitely worth a rental if you've never seen it. I just picked up the book from the library, so I'll let you know how it is. I'm rather into epidemiology at the moment, so I'm looking forward to this one.

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