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Category: Book review

Book read: Hound in Paradise

The protagonist, Asada, becomes a Navy spy by a twist of fate. No matter how much it may be romanticized, he believes that suicide is an escape from life. Regardless of how disgraceful it may be, he continues to live for the sake of his family, friends, and what he must protect. Despite being tossed…
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Book read: Confucius

Nourishment for the soul. At a time when the threat of the Earth being destroyed by nuclear war is a real concern, the words in this book hold great significance. “Confucius always looked to the future of humanity with optimism. People are not so foolish as to bring their own species to extinction.” “It is…
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Book read: Shinzo Abe Memoirs

From this book, you can learn many things, including how a leader builds networks, interacts with leaders from various countries, handles cabinet and party appointments, power struggles, the relationship between politicians and bureaucrats, the selection of locations for meetings, the content of statements made during meetings, and the fact that perfection in personnel decisions is…
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Book read: Homo Deus: A History of Tomorrow

This book can be confidently stated as one of the most influential books in my life. It explores the concept that life itself is an algorithm, encompassing even emotions and thoughts. It delves into the idea that animals, too, possess emotions and thoughts. It challenges the notion that humans are inherently special as a species,…
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Book read: Principles: Life and Work

Ray Dalio is a globally renowned figure who has achieved significant success as an entrepreneur. I greatly resonate with his scientific and democratic view of things. It involves looking at matters objectively, identifying the gaps between goals and current status, and working to bridge those gaps. By cycling through this process, we can turn our…
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Book read: The Order of Time

Contrary to what we commonly believe, the irreversibility of time is not necessarily guaranteed by the laws of physics. This astonishing claim overturns our fundamental understanding that “time never goes back.” It’s fascinating to consider this proposition, especially when it’s presented by one of the world’s leading physicists. If speed and gravitational fields influence local…
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Book read: The Art of War by Sun Tzu

Within this small book, one can find significant hints on how to excel in work and lead a better life. Phrases like “Know thyself, know thy enemy, a hundred battles fought, a hundred battles won” and “The supreme art of war is to subdue the enemy without fighting” are well-known worldwide. This ancient military manual,…
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Book read: The Three Kingdoms

Oh, what an epic tale it is! I can’t even count how many sleepless nights I’ve spent reading this story. A century of the nation’s rise and fall. Vast and boundless, filled with intricate strategies, tumultuous events, and intense emotions. Liu Bei, Cao Cao, Sun Quan. Guan Yu, Zhang Fei, Zhao Yun, Zhuge Liang. Their…
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Book read: Capitalism and Freedom

This book enlightens us with ample concrete examples about how our understanding of our economy, such as our understanding of income distribution, is often illogical and unfounded. For instance, political systems and economic systems are not independent. Economic freedoms, like international travel or pension payments, are constrained by political systems. This book provides rich insights…
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Book read: How to win friends and influence people

I’m not sure when I read this book, but since reading it, I have felt that I can influence people in my work and personal life. For example, when applying for research grants at work or when recommending positions or awards for my subordinates. From this book, I learned the importance of thinking about the…
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