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Mapping Experiences
by James Kalbach • 2015
A Complete Guide to Creating Value through Journeys, Blueprints, and Diagrams
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500+
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Mapping Experiences Summary
Mapping Experiences
A Complete Guide to Creating Value through Journeys, Blueprints, and Diagrams
by James Kalbach 2015 379 pages
4.11
500+ ratings
Design
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Character Strengths and Virtues
by Christopher Peterson • 2004
A Handbook and Classification
4.25
363
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Character Strengths and Virtues
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by Christopher Peterson 2004 800 pages
4.25
363 ratings
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What Color Is Your Parachute? 2017
by Richard Nelson Bolles • 1970
A Practical Manual for Job-Hunters and Career-Changers
3.71
17k+
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What Color Is Your Parachute? 2017
A Practical Manual for Job-Hunters and Career-Changers
by Richard Nelson Bolles 1970 354 pages
3.71
17k+ ratings
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Principles of Biochemistry
by Albert L. Lehninger • 1970
4.17
2k+
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Principles of Biochemistry
by Albert L. Lehninger 1970 1119 pages
4.17
2k+ ratings
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Body Language
by Julius Fast • 1970
3.48
1k+
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Body Language
by Julius Fast 1970 183 pages
3.48
1k+ ratings
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Exo-Vaticana
by Cris Putnam • 2013
Petrus Romanus, Project Lucifer, and the Vatican's Astonishing Exo-Theological Plan for the Arrival of an Alien Savior
4.08
457
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Exo-Vaticana Summary
Exo-Vaticana
Petrus Romanus, Project Lucifer, and the Vatican's Astonishing Exo-Theological Plan for the Arrival of an Alien Savior
by Cris Putnam 2013
4.08
457 ratings
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How to Win at Chess
by Levy Rozman • 2023
The Ultimate Guide for Beginners and Beyond
4.37
1k+
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How to Win at Chess
The Ultimate Guide for Beginners and Beyond
by Levy Rozman 2023 261 pages
4.37
1k+ ratings
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English Vocabulary in Use Elementary
by Michael McCarthy • 1999
4.19
335
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English Vocabulary in Use Elementary
by Michael McCarthy 1999 170 pages
4.19
335 ratings
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Guitar Mastery Simplified
by Erich Andreas • 2012
How Anyone Can Quickly Become a Strumming, Chords, and Lead Guitar Ninja
3.54
200
Music
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Guitar Mastery Simplified
How Anyone Can Quickly Become a Strumming, Chords, and Lead Guitar Ninja
by Erich Andreas 2012 204 pages
3.54
200 ratings
Music
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Introduction to Quantum Mechanics
by David J. Griffiths • 1994
4.25
2k+
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Introduction to Quantum Mechanics
by David J. Griffiths 1994 468 pages
4.25
2k+ ratings
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Psychological Testing and Assessment
by Ronald Jay Cohen • 1988
An Introduction to Tests and Measurement
3.74
274
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Psychological Testing and Assessment
An Introduction to Tests and Measurement
by Ronald Jay Cohen 1988 704 pages
3.74
274 ratings
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Introduction to Linear Algebra
by Gilbert Strang • 1993
4.24
500+
Mathematics
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Reference
Introduction to Linear Algebra Summary
Introduction to Linear Algebra
by Gilbert Strang 1993 568 pages
4.24
500+ ratings
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The Little Dictionary of Fashion
by Christian Dior • 1954
A Guide to Dress Sense for Every Woman
4.01
1k+
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Coffee Table Books
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The Little Dictionary of Fashion
A Guide to Dress Sense for Every Woman
by Christian Dior 1954 128 pages
4.01
1k+ ratings
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Coffee Table Books
The Shyness and Social Anxiety Workbook
by Martin M. Antony • 2000
Proven, Step-by-Step Techniques for Overcoming Your Fear
3.85
365
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Psychology
Mental Health
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The Shyness and Social Anxiety Workbook
Proven, Step-by-Step Techniques for Overcoming Your Fear
by Martin M. Antony 2000 306 pages
3.85
365 ratings
Self Help
Psychology
Mental Health
Peoplewatching
by Desmond Morris • 2002
The Desmond Morris Guide to Body Language
4.06
1k+
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Anthropology
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Peoplewatching
The Desmond Morris Guide to Body Language
by Desmond Morris 2002 544 pages
4.06
1k+ ratings
Psychology
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Anthropology
Numerology
by Harish Johari • 1990
With Tantra, Ayurveda, and Astrology
3.98
310
Numerology
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Astrology
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Numerology
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by Harish Johari 1990 208 pages
3.98
310 ratings
Numerology
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The User Experience Team of One
by Leah Buley • 2013
A Research and Design Survival Guide
4.19
1k+
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Business
Research
The User Experience Team of One Summary
The User Experience Team of One
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by Leah Buley 2013 264 pages
4.19
1k+ ratings
Design
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The Book of Questions
by Gregory Stock • 1985
Revised and Updated
3.96
2k+
Psychology
Self Help
Philosophy
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The Book of Questions
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by Gregory Stock 1985 312 pages
3.96
2k+ ratings
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Anatomy for Runners
by Jay Dicharry • 2012
Unlocking Your Athletic Potential for Health, Speed, and Injury Prevention
4.22
1k+
Fitness
Sports
Health
Anatomy for Runners Summary
Anatomy for Runners
Unlocking Your Athletic Potential for Health, Speed, and Injury Prevention
by Jay Dicharry 2012 320 pages
4.22
1k+ ratings
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Spark Joy
by Marie Kondō • 2012
An Illustrated Master Class on the Art of Organizing and Tidying Up
3.89
44k+
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Spark Joy
An Illustrated Master Class on the Art of Organizing and Tidying Up
by Marie Kondō 2012 291 pages
3.89
44k+ ratings
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The Complete Artist's Way
by Julia Cameron • 2007
Creativity as a Spiritual Practice
4.30
1k+
Art
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The Complete Artist's Way Summary
The Complete Artist's Way
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by Julia Cameron 2007 730 pages
4.30
1k+ ratings
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Drawing the Head and Hands
by Andrew Loomis • 1956
4.23
6k+
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Drawing the Head and Hands
by Andrew Loomis 1956 154 pages
4.23
6k+ ratings
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Agile Practice Guide
by Project Management Institute • 2017
3.70
500+
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Agile Practice Guide
by Project Management Institute 2017 210 pages
3.70
500+ ratings
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45 Master Characters
by Victoria Lynn Schmidt • 2001
Mythic Models for Creating Original Characters
3.89
1k+
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45 Master Characters
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by Victoria Lynn Schmidt 2001 304 pages
3.89
1k+ ratings
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Writing Your Journal Article in Twelve Weeks
by Wendy Laura Belcher • 2008
A Guide to Academic Publishing Success
4.12
500+
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Academia
Academic
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Writing Your Journal Article in Twelve Weeks
A Guide to Academic Publishing Success
by Wendy Laura Belcher 2008 376 pages
4.12
500+ ratings
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The Art Spirit
by Robert Henri • 1929
3.87
27k+
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Art History
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The Art Spirit
by Robert Henri 1929 284 pages
3.87
27k+ ratings
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Instant Confidence
by Paul McKenna • 2006
The Power to Go for Anything you Want
3.61
500+
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Instant Confidence
The Power to Go for Anything you Want
by Paul McKenna 2006 224 pages
3.61
500+ ratings
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Tricks of the Trade
by Howard S. Becker • 1998
How to Think about Your Research While You're Doing It
4.06
405
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Tricks of the Trade
How to Think about Your Research While You're Doing It
by Howard S. Becker 1998 241 pages
4.06
405 ratings
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Nourishing Traditions
by Sally Fallon Morell • 1995
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4.19
14k+
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Food
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Nourishing Traditions
The Cookbook that Challenges Politically Correct Nutrition and the Diet Dictocrats
by Sally Fallon Morell 1995 674 pages
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14k+ ratings
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Attacking Faulty Reasoning
by T. Edward Damer • 1980
A Practical Guide to Fallacy-Free Arguments
3.99
208
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Logic
Reference
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Attacking Faulty Reasoning
A Practical Guide to Fallacy-Free Arguments
by T. Edward Damer 1980 256 pages
3.99
208 ratings
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The Science of Spice
by Stuart Farrimond • 2018
Understand Flavor Connections and Revolutionize Your Cooking
4.29
500+
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The Science of Spice
Understand Flavor Connections and Revolutionize Your Cooking
by Stuart Farrimond 2018 224 pages
4.29
500+ ratings
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The Book on Tax Strategies for the Savvy Real Estate Investor
by Amanda Han • 2019
Powerful Techniques Anyone Can Use to Deduct More, Invest Smarter, and Pay Far Less to the Irs!
4.40
1k+
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Finance
Money
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The Book on Tax Strategies for the Savvy Real Estate Investor
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4.40
1k+ ratings
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Making and Breaking the Grid
by Timothy Samara • 2003
A Graphic Design Layout Workshop
3.88
4k+
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Art Design
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Making and Breaking the Grid
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by Timothy Samara 2003 208 pages
3.88
4k+ ratings
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Making Your Case
by Bryan A. Garner • 2007
The Art of Persuading Judges
4.10
1k+
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Making Your Case
The Art of Persuading Judges
by Bryan A. Garner 2007 269 pages
4.10
1k+ ratings
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Creating Character Arcs
by K.M. Weiland • 2016
The Masterful Author's Guide to Uniting Story Structure, Plot, and Character Development
4.31
3k+
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Film
Creating Character Arcs Summary
Creating Character Arcs
The Masterful Author's Guide to Uniting Story Structure, Plot, and Character Development
by K.M. Weiland 2016 215 pages
4.31
3k+ ratings
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El corazón del Yoga
by T.K.V. Desikachar • 1995
Desarrollando una práctica personal
4.34
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El corazón del Yoga
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by T.K.V. Desikachar 1995 440 pages
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5k+ ratings
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Dr. Bernstein's Diabetes Solution
by Richard K. Bernstein • 1997
The Complete Guide to Achieving Normal Blood Sugars
4.23
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Dr. Bernstein's Diabetes Solution
The Complete Guide to Achieving Normal Blood Sugars
by Richard K. Bernstein 1997 560 pages
4.23
1k+ ratings
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On Food and Cooking
by Harold McGee • 1984
The Science and Lore of the Kitchen
4.46
16k+
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On Food and Cooking
The Science and Lore of the Kitchen
by Harold McGee 1984 884 pages
4.46
16k+ ratings
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The Secrets of Economic Indicators
by Bernard Baumohl • 2004
Hidden Clues to Future Economic Trends and Investment Opportunities
3.87
429
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The Secrets of Economic Indicators
Hidden Clues to Future Economic Trends and Investment Opportunities
by Bernard Baumohl 2004 401 pages
3.87
429 ratings
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The Lean Farm
by Ben Hartman • 2015
How to Minimize Waste, Increase Efficiency, and Maximize Value and Profits with Less Work
4.26
417
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The Lean Farm
How to Minimize Waste, Increase Efficiency, and Maximize Value and Profits with Less Work
by Ben Hartman 2015 382 pages
4.26
417 ratings
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Cognitive Psychology
by Robert J. Sternberg • 2005
3.88
453
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Cognitive Psychology
by Robert J. Sternberg 2005 624 pages
3.88
453 ratings
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Stein on Writing
by Sol Stein • 1995
A Master Editor of Some of the Most Successful Writers of Our Century Shares His Craft Techniques and Strategies
4.28
4k+
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Crafts
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Stein on Writing
A Master Editor of Some of the Most Successful Writers of Our Century Shares His Craft Techniques and Strategies
by Sol Stein 1995 320 pages
4.28
4k+ ratings
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Linear Algebra Done Right
by Sheldon Axler • 1995
4.40
1k+
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Linear Algebra Done Right Summary
Linear Algebra Done Right
by Sheldon Axler 1995 251 pages
4.40
1k+ ratings
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Writing Down the Bones
by Natalie Goldberg • 1986
Freeing the Writer Within
4.21
32k+
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Writing Down the Bones
Freeing the Writer Within
by Natalie Goldberg 1986 336 pages
4.21
32k+ ratings
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The Relaxation and Stress Reduction Workbook
by Martha Davis • 1980
4.03
1k+
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The Relaxation and Stress Reduction Workbook
by Martha Davis 1980 392 pages
4.03
1k+ ratings
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Interviewing Users
by Steve Portigal • 2013
How to Uncover Compelling Insights
4.13
1k+
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Interviewing Users
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by Steve Portigal 2013 176 pages
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Story of Civilization
by Will Durant • 1975
4.43
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Story of Civilization
by Will Durant 1975 14777 pages
4.43
1k+ ratings
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101 Design Methods
by Vijay Kumar • 2012
A Structured Approach for Driving Innovation in Your Organization
4.05
500+
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101 Design Methods Summary
101 Design Methods
A Structured Approach for Driving Innovation in Your Organization
by Vijay Kumar 2012 336 pages
4.05
500+ ratings
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Steering The Craft
by Ursula K. Le Guin • 1998
A Twenty-First-Century Guide to Sailing the Sea of Story
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Steering The Craft
A Twenty-First-Century Guide to Sailing the Sea of Story
by Ursula K. Le Guin 1998 160 pages
4.24
6k+ ratings
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Presenting to Win
by Jerry Weissman • 2003
The Art of Telling Your Story
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1k+
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Presenting to Win
The Art of Telling Your Story
by Jerry Weissman 2003 252 pages
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