Ryan Holiday is an American author, marketer, media strategist, and entrepreneur. He is the author of several bestselling books, including his most recent, Perennial Seller, as well as popular titles such as The Obstacle Is the Way, Ego Is the Enemy, Conspiracy, and Growth Hacker Marketing. Holiday has written for the New York Times, Forbes, the Wall Street Journal, and other publications. He has also been featured in Time, The New Yorker, and The Washington Post.
Holiday is the founder of Brass Check, a creative consulting agency that specializes in marketing, media strategy, and creative consulting. He has worked with some of the world’s most successful authors, entrepreneurs, and public figures, including Tony Robbins, Tim Ferriss, Robert Greene, and Tucker Max. His clients also include media companies such as VICE, MTV, and Complex. He has also served as a consultant to brands such as American Apparel, Google, and Gillette.
As an author, Holiday has written nine books, three of which have become New York Times bestsellers. His books focus on topics such as personal and professional development, marketing, and media strategy. His most recent book, Perennial Seller, is a guide to creating and sustaining success in business, publishing, and life.
As a media strategist and consultant, Holiday has helped launch and reinvigorate several brands and campaigns. His work spans from creating marketing campaigns for startups and Fortune 500 companies to working as a creative consultant for media companies and major brands.
Holiday's work has been featured in major publications, including the New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, Fast Company, and The Washington Post. He has also appeared on television shows such as the Colbert Report, Late Night with Jimmy Fallon, The Today Show, and podcasts such as the Tim Ferriss Show and the Joe Rogan Experience.&nbsp;
In addition to his work as an author, media strategist, and consultant, Holiday is a frequent public speaker. He has been a keynote speaker at events such as SXSW, the World Business Forum, and the Inc. 5000 Conference. He also teaches marketing and media strategy classes at the University of California, Berkeley.
Holiday is passionate about helping others achieve their goals and dreams. He has created several online courses and resources to help entrepreneurs, creatives, and marketers better understand the media landscape, marketing, and creative strategies. He also serves as the Managing Director of the media startup, Contently and is an adviser to several startups and companies. He is also a mentor to many aspiring entrepreneurs and creators.

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Neil Richard Gaiman was born on November 10, 1960, in Portchester, England. He originated from a family of Eastern European Jewish descent. His father, David Bernard Gaiman, worked at their family chain of stores, while his mother, Sheila Gaiman, was a pharmacist. In 1965 the family moved to East Grinstead, West Sussex, where Neil grew up with a profound love for reading, beginning as early as age 4.&nbsp;
Some of his favorite childhood books include J. R. R. Tolkien’s The Lord of the Rings, C. S. Lewis’s The Chronicles of Narnia, Lewis Carroll’s Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland, Batman, and other comics. Gaiman received early education at various church schools, including Fonthill School in East Grinstead, Ardingly College, and Whitgift School in Croydon.
When Gaiman began to outgrow comic books in his teenage years, he realized the lack of comic books for an older mature audience. He, therefore, decided to fill the gap himself. Although he wanted to write comic books, Gaiman had little idea how to go about it. Following his graduation from high school in 1977, Gaiman became a journalist writing articles for a number of renowned publications such as the Sunday Times, the Observer, Knave, and Time Out.&nbsp;
In March 1985, Gaiman married McGrath after the birth of their son Michael in 1983. The couple had two more children, Holly and Madeleine. In 1984, Gaiman wrote his first book, a biography of the band Duran Duran. He continued writing articles and interviews in magazines under pseudonyms. However, in 1987, Gaiman waved goodbye to journalism, stating, “British newspapers can make up anything they want and publish it as fact.”&nbsp;
Also, in the late 1980s, Gaiman published Don’t Panic: The Official Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy Companion. Gaiman started writing comic books, continuing the series of Marvelman after its original creator and Gaiman’s friend Alan Moore abandoned it. After his impressive work on Marvelman, Gaiman was offered to write the limited series of Black Orchard and also to re-write an old character, The Sandman. From December 1988 to March 1966, Gaiman produced work on The Sandman, which was later collected in 12 volumes.&nbsp;
More significant comic works by Neil Gaiman include The Books of Magic (1989), Lady Justice, and Mr. Hero. The Newmatic Man, Teknophage, Tales of the White Wolf, Whatever happened to the Caper Crusader, as well as contributions to Wednesday Comics.

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Oprah Winfrey is a media mogul, philanthropist, and one of the most influential women in the world. Born in Mississippi in 1954, Winfrey had a difficult childhood marked by poverty and abuse. Yet, despite these challenges, she developed a love of reading and storytelling at an early age, and by the time she was in high school, she was already a skilled public speaker.
After high school, Winfrey attended Tennessee State University and began her career in media as a radio and television host. In 1976, she was hired as the first African American female anchor for the evening news at WTVF-TV in Nashville, Tennessee. From there, she hosted a local talk show in Baltimore, Maryland, called "People Are Talking."
In 1983, Winfrey landed her own nationally syndicated talk show, "The Oprah Winfrey Show," which ran for 25 years and became the highest-rated talk show in the history of American television. Through the show, Winfrey built a massive following and became one of the most popular and influential figures in the United States. She interviewed many guests, from celebrities and politicians to everyday people, with inspiring stories.
In addition to her talk show, Winfrey has also built a successful career as an actress, producer, and entrepreneur. She has appeared in films like "The Color Purple" and "Lee Daniels' The Butler," and has produced hit shows such as "Dr. Phil" and "The Ellen DeGeneres Show." She also runs her own media production company, Harpo Productions, and owns the Oprah Winfrey Network (OWN) cable network.
Winfrey is also known for her philanthropic work and has used her wealth and platform to support various causes, including education, women's rights, and poverty relief. In 1986, she established the Oprah Winfrey Leadership Academy for Girls in South Africa, which provides education and leadership training to underprivileged young women. She also founded the Oprah Winfrey Foundation, which supports organizations that empower women and children.
Throughout her career, Winfrey has been recognized for her media, entertainment, and philanthropy contributions. She has won numerous awards, including the Presidential Medal of Freedom, and is considered one of the most powerful and influential figures in the United States.

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Jordan Peterson is a Canadian clinical psychologist, cultural critic, and professor of psychology at the University of Toronto. He first gained widespread recognition in 2016 with the publication of his book "12 Rules for Life: An Antidote to Chaos," which became a best-seller and sparked a global conversation about personal responsibility, masculinity, and the nature of meaning in life.
Peterson's ideas and teachings center around the idea of personal responsibility and self-improvement. He encourages individuals to take responsibility for their own lives and to strive for self-actualization rather than relying on external factors to create meaning and purpose in life. He is known for his critiques of political correctness and what he views as a lack of individual responsibility in society. He is also known for his views on masculinity and the role of men in society.
Peterson is a practicing clinical psychologist who has written extensively on personality and the psychological foundations of human behavior. He has also written about the intersection of psychology and religion and has been critical of postmodernism and Marxism.
Peterson has been a controversial figure, with some seeing him as a champion of free speech and individual rights, while others see him as promoting regressive and harmful ideas. He has faced criticism for his views on gender and race and for his opposition to certain government policies related to these issues.
In addition to his writing and speaking engagements, Peterson has also conducted research on the role of personality in mental health and has been involved in a number of clinical studies. He is also a popular lecturer and has given many public talks on a wide range of topics related to psychology, philosophy, and culture.
Peterson is a well-known figure in the cultural and intellectual landscape, known for his ideas on personal responsibility, self-improvement, and the nature of meaning in life, as well as his critiques of political correctness and certain government policies. Despite his critics, his impact is undeniable. His books and lectures have helped many people to improve themselves and their lives.
In addition to his books and lectures, Jordan Peterson also has a popular YouTube channel where he posts videos on a variety of topics, including psychology, philosophy, and cultural criticism. He is also active on social media, where he engages with his followers and shares his thoughts and ideas.
Peterson's influence extends beyond the academic and intellectual spheres. His ideas have resonated with a wide range of people, from young men seeking guidance on how to navigate the complexities of modern life to professionals looking for ways to improve their personal and professional lives. He has also been a vocal advocate for fathers' importance and encouraged men to take responsibility for their families and communities.
In 2019, Peterson announced that he was suffering from an addiction to benzodiazepines and that he would be taking a leave of absence from his work to focus on his recovery. In 2020, he announced that he was also suffering from a serious case of pneumonia and had to undergo chemotherapy, which left him with many health complications. Despite this, Peterson continues to publish new content, write and speak in interviews, showing great resilience and determination.
In summary, Jordan Peterson is a well-known figure in the cultural and intellectual landscape, known for his ideas on personal responsibility, self-improvement, and the nature of meaning in life. His books and lectures have helped many people to improve themselves and their lives. He is also active on YouTube and social media and continues to publish new content and speak in interviews despite his health issues.

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Jocko Willink is an American retired Navy Seal officer, author, podcaster, and public speaker. He is best known for his involvement in the Battle of Ramadi, his success in the Navy SEALs, and his leadership philosophy, which is based on discipline, hard work, and respect for others.
Willink was born in Easton, Pennsylvania, on September 8, 1971. He joined the Navy in 1990 and, after graduating from Basic Underwater Demolition/SEAL (BUD/S) training, was assigned to SEAL Team 3. During his service in the Navy, Willink completed multiple deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan and was eventually assigned to Task Unit Bruiser, the most decorated special operations unit of the Iraq War. During the Battle of Ramadi, Willink and his team helped to clear the city of insurgent forces, and their exemplary performance earned them the Navy Cross.
Willink retired from the Navy in 2010 and soon after began to share his leadership philosophy. He has authored several books, including Extreme Ownership, Leadership Strategy and Tactics, and Way of the Warrior Kid, as well as co-hosting the popular podcast Jocko Podcast.
Willink is also a respected public speaker, giving talks all over the world on topics such as leadership, discipline, and team building. He is a sought-after keynote speaker for both corporate and military events.
Willink is an advocate for physical and mental fitness, often speaking about the importance of proper nutrition and exercise. He also encourages people to push themselves and strive to become the best versions of themselves.
Willink is a highly respected figure in the military and business worlds, and his words have been an inspiration to many. His leadership philosophy is one that emphasizes discipline, hard work, and respect for others, and these values are ones that have served him well throughout his career.

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Noam Chomsky is an American linguist, philosopher, cognitive scientist, historian, and political activist. He is widely regarded as one of the most influential intellectuals of the second half of the 20th century and one of the leading figures in linguistics. He is the author of more than 100 books on linguistics, war and politics, and mass media.
Chomsky is best known for his theory of generative grammar, which argues that the ability to learn and use language is innate and hardwired into the human brain. This theory has significantly impacted linguistics and influenced research in other fields, such as cognitive science and neuroscience.
In addition to his linguistics work, Chomsky is known for his political activism and critiques of U.S. foreign policy and capitalism. He has strongly criticized U.S. imperialism, U.S. interventions in Latin America, and U.S. support for authoritarian regimes. He has also written and spoken extensively about the role of the mass media in shaping public opinion and serving the interests of the powerful. In addition, Chomsky has advocated freedom of speech and democracy.
He is also known for criticizing the mainstream media and its role in shaping public opinion. He argues that the mainstream media serves the interests of the powerful rather than providing citizens with the information they need to make informed decisions about general issues. He has advocated for alternative media and independent journalism beholden to corporate or government interests.
Chomsky has significantly influenced the political left and peace and social justice movements. He has been described as "arguably the most important intellectual alive" by the New York Times and continues to be a prominent public intellectual and influential voice in political discourse.
In his political activism, Chomsky has been a vocal advocate for freedom of speech and democracy. He has advocated for alternative media and independent journalism not beholden to corporate or government interests. Chomsky has been critical of the mainstream media's role in shaping public opinion and often criticized the role of media in manufacturing consent.
Chomsky has been influential on the political left and has impacted various social movements and progressive causes. He advocates for workers' rights and has spoken out against poverty, inequality, and the concentration of wealth and power in the hands of the few. He has also been a vocal critic of the influence of corporate governance on politics and the democratic process.
He is also an advocate for peace and is a strong critic of U.S. military interventions and wars, arguing that these actions often result in the loss of lives and civil liberties, as well as hindering the progress of democracy around the world. Chomsky has also been a vocal critic of the War on Terror, arguing that the "war" has been used to justify a wide range of human rights abuses and has hindered the progress of democracy worldwide.
In summary, Chomsky is an influential voice in political discourse, and his activism and writing often focus on democracy, human rights, and media manipulation. He is a strong advocate for social and political change, and his work continues to inspire and inform many progressive political movements.

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Kevin Kelly is a writer, editor, and speaker who has had a diverse career exploring the intersection of technology, culture, and business.
In the early days of the internet, Kelly co-founded Wired magazine in 1993 and served as its Executive Editor until 1999. He helped to shape the magazine's coverage of technology and digital culture, and his writing and editing helped to establish Wired as a leading voice in the field.
After leaving Wired, Kelly continued to write and speak about technology and its impact on society. He has written several books, including "Out of Control: The New Biology of Machines, Social Systems, &amp; the Economic World" and "What Technology Wants," which explore how technology shapes our world and our future.
In recent years, Kelly has been a sought-after speaker and advisor on technology and its impact on society. He has spoken at conferences and events worldwide and advised companies and organizations on navigating the rapidly changing technological landscape. Kelly is also a co-founder of the All Species Foundation, a non-profit organization dedicated to cataloging and identifying every living species on earth. The Long Now Foundation focuses on long-term thinking and responsibility.
Overall, Kelly's career has been dedicated to understanding how technology shapes our world and helping others understand and navigate those changes.

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Robert M. Pirsig was born in 1928 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. He holds degrees in chemistry, philosophy, and journalism and also studied Oriental philosophy at Benares Hindu University in India. He is the author of Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance and Lila.
In 1958, he became a professor at Montana State University in Bozeman and taught creative writing courses for two years. Shortly thereafter, he taught at the University of Illinois at Chicago. Pirsig's published writing consists most notably of two books. The better-known Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance delves into Pirsig's exploration of the nature of quality. Ostensibly a first-person narrative based on a motorcycle trip he and his young son Chris had taken from Minneapolis to San Francisco, it is an exploration of the underlying metaphysics of Western culture.&nbsp;
He also gives the reader a short summary of the history of philosophy, including his interpretation of the philosophy of Aristotle as part of an ongoing dispute between universalists, admitting the existence of universals, and the Sophists, opposed by Socrates and his student Plato. Pirsig finds in "Quality" a special significance and common ground between Western and Eastern world views.

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Kahlil Gibran, known in Arabic as Gibran Khalil Gibran, was born January 6, 1883, in Bsharri, Lebanon, which at the time was part of Syria and part of the Ottoman Empire. He was the youngest son of Khalil Sa’d Jubran, a tax collector eventually imprisoned for embezzlement, and Kamila Jubran, whose father was a clergyman in the Maronite Christian Church.
In 1885, Gibran emigrated with his mother and siblings to the United States, where they settled in the large Syrian and Lebanese community in Boston, Massachusetts. It was there that Gibran learned English and enrolled in art classes. His mother supported the family as a seamstress and by peddling linens.
At the age of 15, Gibran was sent by his mother to Beirut, Lebanon, to attend a Maronite school. He returned to Boston in 1902. In that year and the one that followed, Gibran’s sister, Sultana, half-brother, Bhutros, and mother died of tuberculosis and cancer, respectively. His remaining living sister, Marianna, supported herself and Gibran as a dressmaker.
In 1904, Gibran began publishing articles in an Arabic-language newspaper and also had the first public exhibit of his drawings, which were championed by the Boston photographer Fred Holland Day. Gibran modeled for Day, who was known for his photographs of boys and young men. It was through Day that Gibran’s artwork attracted the attention of a woman nine years his senior named Mary Haskell, who ran an all-girls school.&nbsp;
Haskell became Gibran’s lifelong patron, paying for him to study art at the Académie Julian in Paris in 1908. There, Gibran met the sculptor August Rodin, who reportedly once called him “the William Blake of the twentieth century.” Gibran’s hundreds of drawings and paintings remain highly regarded.

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Richard David Bach was born on the 23rd of June 1936. He was born in Oak Park, Illinois. He went to Long Beach State College. He is also known for his love of flying. Richard Bach served in the United States Navy and the New Jersey Air National Guards fighter wing. His books are mainly autobiographies inspired by his life events.&nbsp;
He also worked as a technical writer for ‘Douglas Aircraft’ and a writer for the magazine ‘Flying.’ Bach’s books were mostly related to flying in some way. Aviation had always been his passion, but his teachers at school made him realize his talent for writing. So he decided to incorporate his love and talent in the form of his books.&nbsp;
His early books were about airplane flying, such as in ‘Stranger to Ground,’ and later, the flight was used as a metaphor in his books. His popular book ‘Jonathan Livingston Seagull’ was published in 1970. This book was about a seagull that flew for his love of flying rather than searching for food. The book was published by Macmillan Publishers because others had refused to do so.&nbsp;
‘Jonathan Livingston Seagull’ had some amazing pictures of seagulls flying. This book became the number one bestseller. With less than ten thousand words ‘Jonathan Livingston Seagull’ managed to break all records since ‘Gone with the Wind’ by selling more than a million copies in 1972. This success story ran widely in the media, making Richard Bach’s success eminent. It was also made into a feature film under Paramount Pictures Corporation.
Another book by Bach, namely ‘Illusions: The Adventures of a Reluctant Messiah’ was published in 1977. This was a story about a man who meets a messiah who is going to quit his mission. Richard Bach has numerous fans all over the world. He also came on a social website and replied to fan mail personally. He has been interviewed many times on the radio, and his interviews are also repeated from time to time.&nbsp;
Some of Bach’s other books include ‘ A Gift of Wings’ (1974), ‘ There’s No Such Place as Far Away’ ( 1979), ‘ Running From Safety: An Adventure of the Spirit’ (1995), ‘Out of my Mind: The Discovery of the Saunders-Vixen’ (1999).
Richard Bach has six children from his wife, Betty, who also did most of his editing work for his books. However, they got divorced in 1970 on the grounds that Richard did not believe in marriage. But he met the actress Leslie Parrish during the shooting of ‘Jonathan Livingston Seagull,’ who he married in 1977. She was an important part of his books The Bridge Across Forever and ‘One.’&nbsp;
These books were about relationships and the concept of soul mates. However, this marriage didn’t last either, and the couple got divorced in 1999. Bach married the third time, this time to Sabryna Nelson-Alexopoulos, in April of 1999. Richard Bach claims that he is a direct descendant of Jonathan Sebastian Bach, but we do not know if that is true.

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Christopher Hitchens (13 April 1949 – 15 December 2011) was a British-American author, journalist, and literary critic. He was a contributing editor to Vanity Fair, a columnist for Slate, and a visiting professor of liberal studies at the New School. His books, essays, and journalistic career spanned more than four decades. He was a vocal critic of what he called "fascist" ideologies, including communism and religious fundamentalism, and was known for his criticism of Mother Teresa and Henry Kissinger. He wrote extensively about politics, literature, and religion and was a frequent guest on various news programs and talk shows.
Hitchens was born in Portsmouth, England, and attended Balliol College, Oxford. He began his career as a journalist in the 1970s, working for various newspapers and magazines in Britain and the United States. He rose to prominence in the 1980s and 1990s with his coverage of the Iran-Contra affair, his criticism of Mother Teresa, and his coverage of the Bill Clinton impeachment.
Hitchens was a controversial figure known for his sharp wit and his willingness to take on controversial subjects. He was a vocal critic of religion, particularly organized religion and the influence of religious institutions on politics. He was also a vocal critic of US foreign policy, particularly the US invasion of Iraq in 2003. His book "God Is Not Great: How Religion Poisons Everything" was a best-seller and made him a prominent figure in the "New Atheism" movement.
Hitchens was also a vocal critic of totalitarianism, particularly of the Soviet Union and its satellite states. He wrote extensively about the dangers of totalitarianism, and his book "The Trial of Henry Kissinger" was a critique of the former US Secretary of State's actions during the Nixon Administration.
Hitchens was diagnosed with esophageal cancer in 2010 and died on December 15, 2011, at the age of 62. He was widely mourned by friends, colleagues, and fans, and his death was widely covered in the media.
"God Is Not Great: How Religion Poisons Everything" (2007) was a best-seller and made Hitchens a prominent figure in the "New Atheism" movement. In it, he argues that religion is harmful to society and that it is responsible for many of the world's problems. He also critiques specific religions and religious texts, including the Bible and the Quran.
"The Portable Atheist: Essential Readings for the Nonbeliever" (2007) is a collection of essays and writings from various authors, compiled and edited by Hitchens. It includes works from famous skeptics and critics of religion, such as Mark Twain, George Orwell, and Bertrand Russell.
In "The Trial of Henry Kissinger" (2001), Hitchens accuses former US Secretary of State Henry Kissinger, of war crimes and crimes against humanity, specifically in relation to his actions during the Nixon Administration. He argues that Kissinger was responsible for many deaths and human rights abuses in Southeast Asia and Latin America.
"Letters to a Young Contrarian" (2001) is a collection of letters written by Hitchens to a fictional young person. He gives advice on how to be a contrarian and think independently. He covers topics such as politics, culture, and the importance of free speech. In "Why Orwell Matters" (2002), Hitchens reflects on the life and work of George Orwell and argues that Orwell's writing is still relevant today. He covers Orwell's views on totalitarianism, censorship, and the dangers of propaganda.
"Hitch-22: A Memoir" (2010) is Hitchens's autobiography, in which he reflects on his life and career. He covers his childhood, his time at Oxford, his career as a journalist, and his experiences as a public intellectual.
These are just a few examples of the many books written by Christopher Hitchens. He also wrote several essays and articles and contributed to many publications during his career. His work continues to be widely read and discussed, and his books are considered to be important contributions to the fields of politics, literature, and religion.

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Patrick Rothfuss is an American author best known for his "The Kingkiller Chronicle" series, which includes the novels "The Name of the Wind" and "The Wise Man's Fear."
"The Name of the Wind" is the first book in the series and introduces readers to the character of Kvothe, a legendary and powerful wizard and musician. The novel is written from the point of view of Kvothe and tells the story of his childhood, the loss of his family, and his rise to fame as a student at a prestigious magic school.
"The Wise Man's Fear" is the second book in the series, which picks up where "The Name of the Wind" left off and follows Kvothe as he continues his story and searches for the truth about his family.
The third and final book of the series is expected to be "The Doors of Stone," but there is no official release date yet. Rothfuss has also written several other books, such as "The Slow Regard of Silent Things, " a novella that takes place in the world of Kingkiller Chronicle, and "The Adventures of the Princess and Mr. Whiffle: The Thing Beneath the Bed" a children's book.
Rothfuss' writing has been praised for its imaginative world-building, complex characters, and lush prose. In addition, he is known for his engaging, suspenseful storytelling, wisdom, and humor. He has won several awards, including the Quill Award, the David Gemmell Legend Award, and the Hugo Award for Best Novel, and has been a New York Times bestseller.
He is also active in charitable works, particularly for organizations that benefit children, education, and literacy.

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Daniel Clarence Quinn was an American author (primarily novelist and fabulist), cultural critic, and publisher of educational texts, best known for his novel Ishmael, which won the Turner Tomorrow Fellowship Award in 1991 and was published the following year. Quinn's ideas are popularly associated with environmentalism, though he criticized this term for portraying the environment as separate from human life, thus creating a false dichotomy. Instead, Quinn referred to his philosophy as "new tribalism."
Daniel Quinn was born in Omaha, Nebraska, where he graduated from Creighton Preparatory School. He went on to study at Saint Louis University, at the University of Vienna, Austria, through IES Abroad, and at Loyola University, receiving a bachelor's degree in English cum laude in 1957. He delayed part of this university education, however, while a postulant at the Abbey of Our Lady of Gethsemani in Bardstown, Kentucky, where he hoped to become a Trappist monk; however, his spiritual director, Thomas Merton, prematurely ended Quinn's postulancy.&nbsp;
Quinn went into publishing, abandoned his Catholic faith, and married twice unsuccessfully before marrying Rennie MacKay Quinn, his third and final wife of 42 years. In 1975, Quinn left his career as a publisher to become a freelance writer. He is best known for his book Ishmael (1992), which won the Turner Tomorrow Fellowship Award in 1991. Several judges disputed giving the entire $500,000 award to Quinn for Ishmael rather than dividing the money among several authors, though judge Ray Bradbury, for one, supported the decision. Ishmael became the first of a loose trilogy of novels by Quinn, including The Story of B and My Ishmael, all of which brought increasing fame to Quinn throughout the 1990s.&nbsp;
He became a well-known author to followers of the environmental, simple living, and anarchist movements, although he did not strongly self-identify with any of these. Quinn traveled widely to lecture and discuss his books. While the response to Ishmael was mostly very positive, Quinn's ideas have inspired the most controversy with a claim mentioned in Ishmael but made much more forcefully in The Story of B's Appendix that the total human population grows and shrinks according to food availability. With the catastrophic real-world conclusions, he draws from this.
In 1998, Quinn collaborated with environmental biologist Alan D. Thornhill in producing Food Production and Population Growth, a video elaborating in-depth on the science behind the ideas he describes in his fiction. Quinn's book Tales of Adam was released in 2005 after a long bankruptcy scuffle with its initial publisher. It is designed to be a look through the animist's eyes in seven short tales; Quinn first explores the idea of animism as the original worldwide religion and as his own dogma-free belief system in The Story of B and his autobiography, Providence: The Story of a Fifty-Year Vision Quest.
In February 2018, Quinn died of aspiration pneumonia in hospice care. Ishmael directly inspired the 1998 Pearl Jam album Yield (and particularly the song "Do the Evolution") and the Chicano Batman song "The Taker Story" on their 2017 album Freedom is Free. In 2019 The Mammals, a folk band including Mike Merenda &amp; Ruth Ungar, released Nonet with many of the songs on it inspired by Ishmael and other Quinn books, most especially Beyond Civilization.
Quinn's writings have also influenced the filmmaker Tom Shadyac (who featured Quinn in the documentary I Am), the entrepreneur Ray C. Anderson, founder of Interface, Inc. (the world's largest manufacturer of modular carpet), who began transforming Interface with more green initiatives; as well as some of the ideology behind the 1999 drama film Instinct, and the 2007 documentary film What A Way To Go: Life at the End of Empire. Playwright Derek Ahonen has cited Quinn as the foremost influence on his play, The Pied Pipers of The Lower East Side, which attempts to dramatize the philosophies of New Tribalism.
Actor Morgan Freeman's interest in the Ishmael trilogy inspired his involvement with nature documentaries, such as Island of Lemurs: Madagascar and Born to Be Wild, both of which he narrated while adopting from Quinn the phrase "the tyranny of agriculture." Punk rock band Rise Against includes Ishmael on their album The Sufferer &amp; the Witness reading list, and its sequel, My Ishmael, inspired the name of the band Animals as Leaders.

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Brendon Burchard is an entrepreneur, author, and motivational speaker who has become one of the most sought-after voices in the personal-development space. He is the founder of High-Performance Academy and Expert Academy, which provide training, tools, and resources to help people reach their full potential.
A native of Montana, Burchard started out as a freelance copywriter and began writing self-help books in 2003. Since then, he has authored several bestsellers, including The Millionaire Messenger, The Charge, and Life's Golden Ticket. He has also been featured on many of the world's leading media outlets, including TIME, The New York Times, and The Wall Street Journal.
Burchard is also the founder of the High Performance Institute, a center for research and education on the science of success and high performance. He has developed a groundbreaking model of human motivation and success, which is the basis of his teachings. Through his books, seminars, and other materials, Burchard offers practical advice on how to achieve peak performance in any area of life.
In addition to his work as a personal-development expert, Burchard is a philanthropist, having donated millions of dollars to various causes. He is also an active supporter of organizations that work to empower and inspire young people and has been a featured speaker at many conferences and events.
Burchard has earned a reputation as one of the most inspiring and influential personal-development experts in the world. He is a passionate believer in the potential of every person to reach their true potential, and his teachings have touched millions of lives around the world.

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Nassim Nicholas Taleb is a Lebanese-American essayist, scholar, statistician, and former trader and risk analyst whose work focuses on problems of randomness, probability, and uncertainty. He is the author of several books, including "The Black Swan: The Impact of the Highly Improbable," which was published in 2007 and became a bestseller.
Taleb is a former trader and risk analyst and has worked as a professor of risk engineering at New York University's Tandon School of Engineering. He has a background in mathematics, statistics, and computer science and has published numerous papers in academic journals on topics related to randomness and uncertainty.
Taleb's main area of research is the study of "black swans," which he defines as rare events that have a large impact and are typically not predictable. He argues that traditional risk assessment methods, such as using historical data to predict future events, are inadequate because they fail to consider the possibility of black swan events.
Taleb is also known for his criticism of the concept of "normalcy" in statistics and his skepticism of the use of mathematical models in finance and economics. He has argued that the assumptions made in these models are often unrealistic and can lead to dangerous oversimplifications.
In addition to his work in academia, Taleb is also a public intellectual and has written several books for a general audience. His books have been widely discussed and debated in the media and have been translated into multiple languages.
Taleb is a strong advocate for antifragility, a concept he has developed and popularized in his books. Antifragility is the property of a system or entity that improves when subjected to volatility, shocks, stressors, or disorder and doesn't just remain indifferent to them.
Taleb's writing style is often characterized as provocative and contrarian, and he is known for his strong opinions on a wide range of topics. His work has been influential in the fields of economics, finance, and risk management and has also been discussed in the broader cultural and intellectual conversation.

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Scott Adams is an American cartoonist, writer, and businessman best known for creating the popular comic strip Dilbert. Adams has achieved considerable success as a cartoonist, author, and entrepreneur. He has been described as a "genius" and a "Renaissance man" due to his wide range of talents and interests.
Adams began drawing Dilbert while working as a bank teller in 1989, and it quickly became a hit. The strip was syndicated shortly thereafter and soon became a staple in newspapers around the world. In addition to creating Dilbert, Adams has written many books, including The Dilbert Principle and Dogbert's Clues for the Clueless.
Adams has also been very successful in business. He co-founded a software company called Adams-Martin Group in 1991 and sold it in 1998 for a reported $100 million. He then went on to develop an online comic strip called "The Dilbert Zone," which he sold to United Media in 1999.
Adams has also become a popular speaker and motivational coach. He has been a keynote speaker at numerous events, including the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland. He is an outspoken advocate for business-minded individuals, and his books and talks often focus on how to be successful in business.
Adams has achieved considerable success in his career and is widely admired for his creativity, intelligence, and success. He is an inspiration to aspiring entrepreneurs and cartoonists alike and continues to be a leader in the world of business and cartooning.
In addition to his business and cartooning endeavors, Adams is also a passionate philanthropist. He has supported a number of charitable causes, including education and poverty alleviation. Adams also founded the Scott Adams Foundation, which provides grants to charitable organizations around the world.
Adams is also a vocal supporter of free enterprise and free markets. He is an outspoken critic of government regulation and government interference in the free market. He has written several books on the topic, including The Dilbert Future and Free Market Revolution.
Adams is a highly respected figure in the world of business and cartooning. He is an inspiration to many and continues to be a leader in the world of business and cartooning.

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They came from far and wide to see the Holy Man, to find new direction in their lives. They walked away freed from everyday anxiety and forever changed by simple words of wisdom so powerful, yet so universal, that their stories are an inspiration to us all. The Holy Man, an acclaimed national bestseller and beautiful piece of inspirational fiction, is a warm and witty collection of modern fables reflecting on the human search for happiness.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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In The Holy Man, Susan Trott shows us that wisdom and enlightenment can be found in the simplest of things. You don't need to go on a grand quest or have a dramatic revelation. Sometimes, it's about appreciating the little things and finding joy in the everyday.

The Power of Simplicity

The Holy Man teaches us that patience is a virtue. It's not about rushing to the finish line, but about enjoying the journey. So, take a step back, slow down, and see what you might have missed in your hurry.

The Importance of Patience

Trott's book is a gentle reminder of the power of kindness. It's not about grand gestures, but about small acts of kindness that can make a big difference. So, why not try to be a little kinder today?

The Value of Kindness

The Holy Man shows us that humility is a beautiful thing. It's not about being the loudest or the most important, but about being humble and understanding. So, take a look at your own life and see where you can be more humble.

The Beauty of Humility

In this book, he teaches us that acceptance is a strength, not a weakness. It's about accepting ourselves, our flaws, and our circumstances. So, why not take a moment to reflect and accept who you are and where you are in life?

The Strength of Acceptance

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Susan Trott was born in Andover, Mass, and educated in Boston, Providence, and Bennington, Vt. She fled the cold of New England to live happily ever after in Northern California, where most of her 16 novels take place, with forays back to NE and to other countries. The mother of three and grandmother of eight.
Trott's books have acquired a multitude of Hollywood options but just one movie, "When Your Lover Leaves," an NBC movie of the week. Her latest novel, Flamingo Thief, is in development. She lives on a houseboat with my husband, who is retired from the Norwegian Merchant Marine.

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