I feel exactly the same. I'm very sad to see books disappearing slowly. And like you, I've been reading The Wisdom of Thich Nhat Hanh continuously for many, many years. It is a book for ones life as well.

I had to put "The Twelve" by Justin Cronin down for a couple of weeks due to school but I picked it back up tonight.

I also have "Survivor" by Chuck Palahniuk and an old Thanatochemistry book (the science of embalming human bodies) going.

Letters For My Brothers: Transitional Wisdom in Retrospect


Edited by Megan M. Rohrer and Zander Keig

It is good to know that I am not the only one who feels a loss of paper books. I do somehow believe that the classics will remain timeless. I have not read, The Wisdom of Thich Nhat Hanh and will peruse it. I was recommended, The Untethered Soul, By Michael Singer, a book of the journey beyond yourself and think it might be quite good.

WILD by Cheryl Strayed

"On an icy trek across the frozen Northwest, a brave new writer finds her voice."

it was a quick easy read, chock full of tidbits that I didn't know.

example: in the James Taylor song
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the lyrics "It's been a holy host of others standing round me"
is a nod to The Beatles who had his recording contract at Apple Corps Ltd.

I'm a huge James Taylor and CSNY and the author weaves in and out of each of the artist history (mostly) in chronological order.





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This was recommended to me by a wonderful friend, and I have to say it is amazing. Not just about civil conduct, but the "ethical underpinnings of manners". Puts a whole new spin on human interaction. I can't say enough good about it and I haven't even finished it yet. Light easy read. :glasses:

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Book Description from Amazon

Publication Date: April 1, 2010
Most people would agree that thoughtful behavior and common decency are in short supply, or simply forgotten in hurried lives of emails, cellphones, and multi-tasking. In Choosing Civility, P. M. Forni identifies the twenty-five rules that are most essential in connecting effectively and happily with others. In clear, witty, and, well...civilized language, Forni covers topics that include:

* Think Twice Before Asking Favors
* Give Constructive Criticism
* Refrain from Idle Complaints
* Respect Others' Opinions
* Don't Shift Responsibility and Blame
* Care for Your Guests
* Accept and Give Praise

Finally, Forni provides examples of how to put each rule into practice and so make life-and the lives of others-more enjoyable, companionable, and rewarding.

Choosing Civility is a simple, practical, perfectly measured, and quietly magical handbook on the lost art of civility and compassion.

Written and signed by my own Dr. Adolphus Anekwe- "The Stamped Image" (Fiction)
The daunting discovery of a new chromosomal marking, HLA B66, otherwise known as the 666 gene, that is present in those who have committed heinous crimes, and the search for those everyday citizens who test positive.

LIARS, LOVERS, and HEROES (What the new brain science reveals about how we become who we are) By Steven R. Quartz & H.D & Terrence J. Sejnowski PH.D.

...Very interesting..

American Gods by Neil Gaiman
-recommended by my eldest

I came across an article from my reading list of materials this morning by Dr. E. Alexander, III (who is a highly skilled neurosurgeon) called:

Proof of Heaven

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Companion link to article (HERE)

And in light of reading the article above, I think I have found a compelling reason to work on End-of-Life as a core focus during my doctoral studies because of several observations found within his own narrative experience. Quoting a phrase from the article:

"But these invitations, he acknowledged, do not mean that his theory is gaining ground among doctors. In private conversations, he said, very few of his colleagues offered counterarguments. Some agreed with his conclusion that science could not explain what he saw, but none of them were willing to be named in his book," -- Dr. E. Alexander, III (Leslie Kaufman, The New York Times, Nov. 25th, 2012).

I understand exactly where Dr. Alexander (III) is coming from because I have experienced facets of my own death events to a particular degree. My feeling is that unless a person survives a near death experience, it would seem especially difficult for the person who has not experienced death (in order to be able to wrap their mind around items of interest mentioned in the interview), so there's a proviso of useful counter-arguments for further exploration.

Dr. Alexander is a featured guest on Oprah Winfrey's program which airs this coming Sunday night (Super Soul Sunday). I think Dr. Alexander was onto something when his first initial idea was to name his book, An N of One. I'm going to read his book the first chance I have next week; so I can craft my doctoral statement and future study proposal based on findings I read in his book, as well as including an extensive reference list I already have on-hand pertaining to events of death and End-of-Life care.

Mr. Penumbra's 24-Hour Bookstore~ Robin Sloan

Not reading anything at the moment. I just saw this on my FB feed and thought it apropos.

I hate the original song but this parody mad me smile.

Caroline (anonymous author)
 

Caroline is the story of an extraordinary woman--beautiful, strong and mischievous. Putting her looks and wit to good use, the young Caroline seduces her friend Harry and his sister Adelaide. Once married to Harry, and living comfortably with him and Adelaide, Caroline enlarges and enlivens their menage by creating an "academy" for young -- and not so young -- women requiring in initiation into the rites of love.
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Love Finds You in Victory Heights, Washington


Fiction ~Set in Seattle, it's a story about some of the women working at Boeing durning the war.