Author: Emmanuel Acho
Publisher: Flatiron Books: An Oprah Book
ISBN: 1250836441
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
From the New York Times bestselling author of Uncomfortable Conversations with a Black Man, a call to break through our limits and say yes to a life of infinite possibility. You may know Emmanuel Acho as the host of groundbreaking video series “Uncomfortable Conversations with a Black Man.” Or as a New York Times bestselling author. Or as an Emmy-winning television broadcaster. Or as a former linebacker for two NFL franchises. What you probably don’t know is that Emmanuel defines his own life with just one word: Illogical. Behind every triumph, every expression of his gifts, Acho has had to ignore what everyone around him called “logic”: the astronomical odds against making it, the risks of continuing to dream bigger or differently. Instead of playing it safe, at every turn Acho has thrown conventional wisdom—logic—out the window. Now, in this revelatory book, he’s empowering us all to do the same. Whether it’s creating the next groundbreaking startup, fighting for change as an activist, or committing to a personal passion, Illogical is the go-to book for all readers ready to become change-makers. With a step-by-step guide to finding our callings and shifting our mindsets, enlivened by stories from Acho’s life and other illogical pioneers, and the Bible, Acho asks us to replace the limits set for us, and which we set for ourselves, with a world of possibility. Our horizons, he shows us, are endless.
Highly Illogical Behavior
Author: John Corey Whaley
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 0147515203
Category : Young Adult Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 258
Book Description
From a Printz and Morris Award-winning author comes a quirky story of coming-of-age, coming out, friendship, love...and agoraphobia. Sixteen-year-old Solomon has agoraphobia. He hasn't left his house in 3 years. Ambitious Lisa is desperate to get into a top-tier psychology program. And so when Lisa learns about Solomon, she decides to befriend him, cure him, and then write about it for her college application. To earn Solomon's trust, she introduces him to her boyfriend Clark, and starts to reveal her own secrets. But what started as an experiment leads to a real friendship, with all three growing close. But when the truth comes out, what erupts could destroy them all. Funny and heartwarming, Highly Illogical Behavior is a fascinating exploration of what makes us tick, and how the connections between us may be the most important things of all. “At a time when young adult literature is actively picking away at the stigma of mental illness, Whaley carves off a healthy chunk with style, sensitivity and humor. . . . ELECTRIFYING.”—The New York Times Book Review “Tender and funny.”—People Magazine, Summer's Best Books of 2016
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 0147515203
Category : Young Adult Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 258
Book Description
From a Printz and Morris Award-winning author comes a quirky story of coming-of-age, coming out, friendship, love...and agoraphobia. Sixteen-year-old Solomon has agoraphobia. He hasn't left his house in 3 years. Ambitious Lisa is desperate to get into a top-tier psychology program. And so when Lisa learns about Solomon, she decides to befriend him, cure him, and then write about it for her college application. To earn Solomon's trust, she introduces him to her boyfriend Clark, and starts to reveal her own secrets. But what started as an experiment leads to a real friendship, with all three growing close. But when the truth comes out, what erupts could destroy them all. Funny and heartwarming, Highly Illogical Behavior is a fascinating exploration of what makes us tick, and how the connections between us may be the most important things of all. “At a time when young adult literature is actively picking away at the stigma of mental illness, Whaley carves off a healthy chunk with style, sensitivity and humor. . . . ELECTRIFYING.”—The New York Times Book Review “Tender and funny.”—People Magazine, Summer's Best Books of 2016
Illogical
Author: Emmanuel Acho
Publisher: Flatiron Books: An Oprah Book
ISBN: 1250836441
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
From the New York Times bestselling author of Uncomfortable Conversations with a Black Man, a call to break through our limits and say yes to a life of infinite possibility. You may know Emmanuel Acho as the host of groundbreaking video series “Uncomfortable Conversations with a Black Man.” Or as a New York Times bestselling author. Or as an Emmy-winning television broadcaster. Or as a former linebacker for two NFL franchises. What you probably don’t know is that Emmanuel defines his own life with just one word: Illogical. Behind every triumph, every expression of his gifts, Acho has had to ignore what everyone around him called “logic”: the astronomical odds against making it, the risks of continuing to dream bigger or differently. Instead of playing it safe, at every turn Acho has thrown conventional wisdom—logic—out the window. Now, in this revelatory book, he’s empowering us all to do the same. Whether it’s creating the next groundbreaking startup, fighting for change as an activist, or committing to a personal passion, Illogical is the go-to book for all readers ready to become change-makers. With a step-by-step guide to finding our callings and shifting our mindsets, enlivened by stories from Acho’s life and other illogical pioneers, and the Bible, Acho asks us to replace the limits set for us, and which we set for ourselves, with a world of possibility. Our horizons, he shows us, are endless.
Publisher: Flatiron Books: An Oprah Book
ISBN: 1250836441
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
From the New York Times bestselling author of Uncomfortable Conversations with a Black Man, a call to break through our limits and say yes to a life of infinite possibility. You may know Emmanuel Acho as the host of groundbreaking video series “Uncomfortable Conversations with a Black Man.” Or as a New York Times bestselling author. Or as an Emmy-winning television broadcaster. Or as a former linebacker for two NFL franchises. What you probably don’t know is that Emmanuel defines his own life with just one word: Illogical. Behind every triumph, every expression of his gifts, Acho has had to ignore what everyone around him called “logic”: the astronomical odds against making it, the risks of continuing to dream bigger or differently. Instead of playing it safe, at every turn Acho has thrown conventional wisdom—logic—out the window. Now, in this revelatory book, he’s empowering us all to do the same. Whether it’s creating the next groundbreaking startup, fighting for change as an activist, or committing to a personal passion, Illogical is the go-to book for all readers ready to become change-makers. With a step-by-step guide to finding our callings and shifting our mindsets, enlivened by stories from Acho’s life and other illogical pioneers, and the Bible, Acho asks us to replace the limits set for us, and which we set for ourselves, with a world of possibility. Our horizons, he shows us, are endless.
The Art of Logic in an Illogical World
Author: Eugenia Cheng
Publisher: Basic Books
ISBN: 154167250X
Category : Mathematics
Languages : en
Pages : 296
Book Description
How both logical and emotional reasoning can help us live better in our post-truth world In a world where fake news stories change election outcomes, has rationality become futile? In The Art of Logic in an Illogical World, Eugenia Cheng throws a lifeline to readers drowning in the illogic of contemporary life. Cheng is a mathematician, so she knows how to make an airtight argument. But even for her, logic sometimes falls prey to emotion, which is why she still fears flying and eats more cookies than she should. If a mathematician can't be logical, what are we to do? In this book, Cheng reveals the inner workings and limitations of logic, and explains why alogic -- for example, emotion -- is vital to how we think and communicate. Cheng shows us how to use logic and alogic together to navigate a world awash in bigotry, mansplaining, and manipulative memes. Insightful, useful, and funny, this essential book is for anyone who wants to think more clearly.
Publisher: Basic Books
ISBN: 154167250X
Category : Mathematics
Languages : en
Pages : 296
Book Description
How both logical and emotional reasoning can help us live better in our post-truth world In a world where fake news stories change election outcomes, has rationality become futile? In The Art of Logic in an Illogical World, Eugenia Cheng throws a lifeline to readers drowning in the illogic of contemporary life. Cheng is a mathematician, so she knows how to make an airtight argument. But even for her, logic sometimes falls prey to emotion, which is why she still fears flying and eats more cookies than she should. If a mathematician can't be logical, what are we to do? In this book, Cheng reveals the inner workings and limitations of logic, and explains why alogic -- for example, emotion -- is vital to how we think and communicate. Cheng shows us how to use logic and alogic together to navigate a world awash in bigotry, mansplaining, and manipulative memes. Insightful, useful, and funny, this essential book is for anyone who wants to think more clearly.
Illogical
Author: Emmanuel Acho
Publisher: Flatiron Books: An Oprah Book
ISBN: 125083645X
Category : Self-Help
Languages : en
Pages : 177
Book Description
From the New York Times bestselling author of Uncomfortable Conversations with a Black Man, a call to break through our limits and say yes to a life of infinite possibility. You may know Emmanuel Acho as the host of groundbreaking video series “Uncomfortable Conversations with a Black Man.” Or as a New York Times bestselling author. Or as an Emmy-winning television broadcaster. Or as a former linebacker for two NFL franchises. What you probably don’t know is that Emmanuel defines his own life with just one word: Illogical. Behind every triumph, every expression of his gifts, Acho has had to ignore what everyone around him called “logic”: the astronomical odds against making it, the risks of continuing to dream bigger or differently. Instead of playing it safe, at every turn Acho has thrown conventional wisdom—logic—out the window. Now, in this revelatory book, he’s empowering us all to do the same. Whether it’s creating the next groundbreaking startup, fighting for change as an activist, or committing to a personal passion, Illogical is the go-to book for all readers ready to become change-makers. With a step-by-step guide to finding our callings and shifting our mindsets, enlivened by stories from Acho’s life and other illogical pioneers, and the Bible, Acho asks us to replace the limits set for us, and which we set for ourselves, with a world of possibility. Our horizons, he shows us, are endless.
Publisher: Flatiron Books: An Oprah Book
ISBN: 125083645X
Category : Self-Help
Languages : en
Pages : 177
Book Description
From the New York Times bestselling author of Uncomfortable Conversations with a Black Man, a call to break through our limits and say yes to a life of infinite possibility. You may know Emmanuel Acho as the host of groundbreaking video series “Uncomfortable Conversations with a Black Man.” Or as a New York Times bestselling author. Or as an Emmy-winning television broadcaster. Or as a former linebacker for two NFL franchises. What you probably don’t know is that Emmanuel defines his own life with just one word: Illogical. Behind every triumph, every expression of his gifts, Acho has had to ignore what everyone around him called “logic”: the astronomical odds against making it, the risks of continuing to dream bigger or differently. Instead of playing it safe, at every turn Acho has thrown conventional wisdom—logic—out the window. Now, in this revelatory book, he’s empowering us all to do the same. Whether it’s creating the next groundbreaking startup, fighting for change as an activist, or committing to a personal passion, Illogical is the go-to book for all readers ready to become change-makers. With a step-by-step guide to finding our callings and shifting our mindsets, enlivened by stories from Acho’s life and other illogical pioneers, and the Bible, Acho asks us to replace the limits set for us, and which we set for ourselves, with a world of possibility. Our horizons, he shows us, are endless.
Summary of Emmanuel Acho 's Illogical
Author: Everest Media,
Publisher: Everest Media LLC
ISBN: 1669383571
Category : Self-Help
Languages : en
Pages : 27
Book Description
Please note: This is a companion version & not the original book. Sample Book Insights: #1 The game of blackjack is simple. You are dealt two cards and left with one decision. Ask for more or stick with what you’ve got. The object of the game is for your total card value to be at or as close to twenty-one as possible. #2 I learned that life doesn’t have to be so logical. When uncertainty hits, go with it. You have the opportunity to create something new and different. Don’t be afraid of the calculations or the odds. #3 I always knew I wanted to communicate. I love helping people see the best in themselves and bringing out the best in me as well. I wanted to refine my skills as a speaker, so after each day of training, I went home and called everyone I knew to see what opportunities were out there. #4 I was asked to join ESPN, the network referred to as the worldwide leader in sports. I was set to be the youngest national football analyst to grace the platform. I obliged. By this point, I knew not to take a conventional measure of success like a job promotion to mean I’d made it.
Publisher: Everest Media LLC
ISBN: 1669383571
Category : Self-Help
Languages : en
Pages : 27
Book Description
Please note: This is a companion version & not the original book. Sample Book Insights: #1 The game of blackjack is simple. You are dealt two cards and left with one decision. Ask for more or stick with what you’ve got. The object of the game is for your total card value to be at or as close to twenty-one as possible. #2 I learned that life doesn’t have to be so logical. When uncertainty hits, go with it. You have the opportunity to create something new and different. Don’t be afraid of the calculations or the odds. #3 I always knew I wanted to communicate. I love helping people see the best in themselves and bringing out the best in me as well. I wanted to refine my skills as a speaker, so after each day of training, I went home and called everyone I knew to see what opportunities were out there. #4 I was asked to join ESPN, the network referred to as the worldwide leader in sports. I was set to be the youngest national football analyst to grace the platform. I obliged. By this point, I knew not to take a conventional measure of success like a job promotion to mean I’d made it.
Illogical Geology, the Weakest Point in the Evolution Theory
Author: George McCready Price
Publisher: Good Press
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 120
Book Description
"Illogical Geology, the Weakest Point in the Evolution Theory" by George McCready Price George McCready Price was a Canadian creationist. He produced several anti-evolution and creationist works. In this book, he aims to discredit evolution by using geology as his reference. Through his scientific research, he presents his argument for creationism which created waves in the scientific community when it was first released.
Publisher: Good Press
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 120
Book Description
"Illogical Geology, the Weakest Point in the Evolution Theory" by George McCready Price George McCready Price was a Canadian creationist. He produced several anti-evolution and creationist works. In this book, he aims to discredit evolution by using geology as his reference. Through his scientific research, he presents his argument for creationism which created waves in the scientific community when it was first released.
Divorce: AKA The Most Illogical Ride of Your Life
Author: Jenni Goldman
Publisher: Lulu.com
ISBN: 1483421430
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 215
Book Description
For many, divorce is an inherently negative process. In Divorce: AKA The Most Illogical Ride of Your Life, author Jenni Goldman shares her firsthand experiences with her own divorce to help others deal with a process that at times seems almost incomprehensible. In this memoir, Goldman provides background about her and her former husband, how they met and fell in love, how they became parents, how the relationship began deteriorating, how the children were affected, and how the divorce process progressed. Honest and disclosing, Divorce: AKA The Most Illogical Ride of Your Life shares Goldman's thoughts and feelings as she dealt with a man she once loved and watched him turn on her, hurt her, and disregard their own children. Goldman shares her story to show what one could expect when facing a divorce, and she communicates there is hope if you stay true to yourself. A personal testament, she shows you cannot only survive, but end up in a better place on the other end.
Publisher: Lulu.com
ISBN: 1483421430
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 215
Book Description
For many, divorce is an inherently negative process. In Divorce: AKA The Most Illogical Ride of Your Life, author Jenni Goldman shares her firsthand experiences with her own divorce to help others deal with a process that at times seems almost incomprehensible. In this memoir, Goldman provides background about her and her former husband, how they met and fell in love, how they became parents, how the relationship began deteriorating, how the children were affected, and how the divorce process progressed. Honest and disclosing, Divorce: AKA The Most Illogical Ride of Your Life shares Goldman's thoughts and feelings as she dealt with a man she once loved and watched him turn on her, hurt her, and disregard their own children. Goldman shares her story to show what one could expect when facing a divorce, and she communicates there is hope if you stay true to yourself. A personal testament, she shows you cannot only survive, but end up in a better place on the other end.
Stupidly Illogical
Author: Lexy Timms
Publisher: Dark Shadow Publishing
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 249
Book Description
Everyone has the right to be stupid – it's just that some people abuse that privilege… After the harrowing experience in the Amazon, Ryan and Ginny have returned to Rhode Island wanting nothing more than a bit of quiet time together. A series of strange events puts the couple on edge. A conference in Chicago comes up, Ryan sends Ginny on her own so he can figure out what is going on. Unexpectedly, Ryan's brother, Nathan, comes back asking for money. He, and the mafia he has ties to, won't take no for an answer. When Ginny is kidnapped, Ryan has to find Nathan—who's gone underground—in exchange for Ginny. Will they ever find the peace they are looking for? Or will Ryan's past destroy everything? Worth of a Billionaire Series Perfectly Imperfect Entirely Improper Stupidly Illogical
Publisher: Dark Shadow Publishing
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 249
Book Description
Everyone has the right to be stupid – it's just that some people abuse that privilege… After the harrowing experience in the Amazon, Ryan and Ginny have returned to Rhode Island wanting nothing more than a bit of quiet time together. A series of strange events puts the couple on edge. A conference in Chicago comes up, Ryan sends Ginny on her own so he can figure out what is going on. Unexpectedly, Ryan's brother, Nathan, comes back asking for money. He, and the mafia he has ties to, won't take no for an answer. When Ginny is kidnapped, Ryan has to find Nathan—who's gone underground—in exchange for Ginny. Will they ever find the peace they are looking for? Or will Ryan's past destroy everything? Worth of a Billionaire Series Perfectly Imperfect Entirely Improper Stupidly Illogical
A Treatise de Scibili on Logic for the Illogical
Uncovering the Logic of English: A Common-Sense Solution to America's Literacy Crisis
Author: Denise Eide
Publisher: Logic of English, Inc
ISBN: 1936706075
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 204
Book Description
"English is so illogical!" It is generally believed that English is a language of exceptions. For many, learning to spell and read is frustrating. For some, it is impossible... especially for the 29% of Americans who are functionally illiterate. But what if the problem is not the language itself, but the rules we were taught? What if we could see the complexity of English as a powerful tool rather than a hindrance? --Denise Eide Uncovering the Logic of English challenges the notion that English is illogical by systematically explaining English spelling and answering questions like "Why is there a silent final E in have, large, and house?" and "Why is discussion spelled with -sion rather than -tion?" With easy-to-read examples and anecdotes, this book describes: - the phonograms and spelling rules which explain 98% of English words - how English words are formed and how this knowledge can revolutionize vocabulary development - how understanding the reasons behind English spelling prevents students from needing to guess The author's inspiring commentary makes a compelling case that understanding the logic of English could transform literacy education and help solve America's literacy crisis. Thorough and filled with the latest linguistic and reading research, Uncovering the Logic of English demonstrates why this systematic approach should be as foundational to our education as 1+1=2.
Publisher: Logic of English, Inc
ISBN: 1936706075
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 204
Book Description
"English is so illogical!" It is generally believed that English is a language of exceptions. For many, learning to spell and read is frustrating. For some, it is impossible... especially for the 29% of Americans who are functionally illiterate. But what if the problem is not the language itself, but the rules we were taught? What if we could see the complexity of English as a powerful tool rather than a hindrance? --Denise Eide Uncovering the Logic of English challenges the notion that English is illogical by systematically explaining English spelling and answering questions like "Why is there a silent final E in have, large, and house?" and "Why is discussion spelled with -sion rather than -tion?" With easy-to-read examples and anecdotes, this book describes: - the phonograms and spelling rules which explain 98% of English words - how English words are formed and how this knowledge can revolutionize vocabulary development - how understanding the reasons behind English spelling prevents students from needing to guess The author's inspiring commentary makes a compelling case that understanding the logic of English could transform literacy education and help solve America's literacy crisis. Thorough and filled with the latest linguistic and reading research, Uncovering the Logic of English demonstrates why this systematic approach should be as foundational to our education as 1+1=2.