Few writers know a given territory as well as John le Carré knows the world of covert missions, encrypted phones and distrustful professional unions. It’s as if he never has a quiet moment apart from it.The following new books are available in the Business, Science & Technology Media Department
of the Allen
County Public Library.
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Stand Up for Yourself Without Getting Fired: Resolve Workplace Crises Before You Quit, Get Axed, or Sue the Bastards
” by Donna Ballman
An attorney offers workers practical advice for every stage of employment.
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Talk to Strangers: How Everyday Random Encounters Can Expand Your Business, Career, Income, and Life
” by David Topus
Random encounters can change lives when you make them happen the right way and leverage the connection. Topus explains how to tap the potential of others by taking notice of who is alongside you in the bank line or the ticket counter at the airport.
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Tomorrow’s Energy: Hydrogen, Fuel Cells, and the Prospects for a Cleaner Planet
” by Peter Hoffmann
Covering the major aspects of hydrogen production, storage, transportation, fuel use and safety, Hoffmann makes the case for hydrogen as the cornerstone of a new energy economy.
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100 Best Stocks You Can Buy
” by John Slatter
In addition to naming 100 top-performing investments, this book includes an evaluation of the current state of the market, tips for balancing your portfolio, and advice about investing to cover rising college costs.
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Braintrust: 93 Top Scientists Reveal Lab-Tested Secrets to Surfing, Dating, Dieting, Gambling, Growing Man-Eating Plants and More!
” by Garth Sunde
Based entirely on interviews with luminaries from neuroscience, economics, anthropology, music, mathematics and more, this book is full of bite-sized scientific wisdom on everyday challenges.
