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Quiet, by Susan Cain

21 November 2022 By Bel

Recently been re-reading Quiet.

I first read it several years ago. So many new insights I’m picking up this time.

Of course, re-reading a book often provides new revelations. In the case of Quiet, I think it’s due to increased self-awareness. Some things I glossed over in the past have now taken on much significance. Perhaps it’s because, thanks to increased self-knowledge, some things have become clearer. Or maybe new life experiences have sparked recognition in old places.

Whatever the reason, this book is coming alive in different ways. I still identify with much of what I read before, but these new revelations are precious as well.

I’m sure I will discover more insights when I re-read this book again, a few years down the road. To me, that’s the hallmark of a great book – new treasures every time, something new to marvel at, something new to learn.

Filed Under: ARTS, Books, Contemplation

Reading list – August 2022

5 August 2022 By Bel Leave a Comment

Here’s what I’m reading during August:

The Pyramid of Lies, by Duncan Mavin. This is the story of Lex Greensill, and the collapse of the eponymous bank. The Greensill scandal shook the UK finance industry, and dented the reputation of a former British Prime Minister. So how were things allowed to get so out of hand? Duncan Mavin does a great research job here, and he is an easy storyteller. A good read.

Plus two books I carried over from last month:

  • The Complete Whisky Course, by Robin Robinson. As a whisky lover and writer, I find this a great resource.
  • The Nowhere Office, by Julia Hobsbawm. An interesting book about the new culture of remote working. Great book for managers of organisations as they lead their staff through a massive culture shift.

Filed Under: Books, CULTURE, LIFE, Whisky

Reading list – July 2022

19 July 2022 By Bel

Here’s my reading list for the month:

  • The Nowhere Office – Reinventing Work and the Workplace of the Future, by Julia Hobsbawm;
  • The Complete Whisky Course: a Comprehensive Tasting School in Ten Classes, by Robin Robinson;
  • Four Thousand Weeks, by Oliver Burkeman.

Filed Under: Books, LIFE, Whisky

Whisky writing – all about bourbon

5 June 2022 By Bel Leave a Comment

Over at my other place, a short intro to the wonderful world of bourbon.

Filed Under: Whisky, Writing by me

Whisky writing – alcohol by volume

4 June 2022 By Bel Leave a Comment

Over at my other place, a piece on the meaning of “alcohol by volume”.

Filed Under: Whisky, Writing by me

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