MaysonL

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9 books

MaysonL · Aug 13, 2009
Second the How To Solve It recommendations.
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MaysonL · Jun 11, 2011
The Death and Life of Great American Cities,
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MaysonL · Jul 10, 2008
The Death and Life of Great American Cities
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MaysonL · Jul 11, 2008
one of the best psychology books around
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MaysonL · Jun 11, 2011
Cities and the Wealth of Nations.
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MaysonL · Jul 10, 2008
Cities and the Wealth of Nations
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MaysonL · Jun 11, 2011
The Economy of Cities,
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MaysonL · Jul 10, 2008
The Economy of Cities
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MaysonL · Jun 11, 2011
Adventures of a Bystander by Peter Drucker.
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MaysonL · Aug 13, 2009
Also, One, Two, Three, Infinity by George Gamow (a great physicist) is a great intro.
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MaysonL · Aug 13, 2009
The World of Mathematics edited by James Newman (a four-volume anthology) may give you a feel for and an interest in exploring math further.
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MaysonL · Jun 1, 2015
Definitely recommended if you enjoy science fiction and/or fantasy.
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