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August 18: B. F. Skinner died in 1990
“We shouldn’t teach great books; we should teach a love of reading. Knowing the contents of a few works of literature is a trivial achievement. Being inclined to go on reading is a great achievement.” ― B.F. Skinner Born 20 March 1904 Susquehanna, Pennsylvania Died 18 August 1990 (aged 86) Cambridge, Massachusetts Nationality American Fields…
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August 16: Thomas Fuller died in 1661
“It is said that the darkest hour of the night comes just before the dawn.” ― Thomas Fuller, Thomas Fuller (1608 – 16 August 1661) was an English churchman and historian. He is now remembered for his writings, particularly his Worthies of England, published after his death. He was a prolific author, and one of…
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Great Book Mind Mapped – Drive: The Surprising Truth About What Motivates Us (Daniel H. Pink)
“Pink’s analysis–and new model–of motivation offers tremendous insight into our deepest nature.” -Publishers Weekly “Pink’s a gifted writer who turns even the heaviest scientific study into something digestible-and often amusing-without losing his intellectual punch.” –New York Post “Pink is rapidly acquiring international guru status . . . He is an engaging writer, who challenges and…
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Great Book Mind Mapped: To Sell Is Human (Daniel H. Pink)
The ability to move others to exchange what they have for what we have is crucial to our survival and our happiness ~Dan Pink People are now spending about 40% of their time at work engaged in non-sales selling – persuading, influencing, and convincing others in ways that don’t involve anyone making a purchase.…
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Gallery: Courtauld Gallery
Located just off the Strand in the north wing of Somerset House, the Courtauld has one of Britain’s greatest collections of paintings, and contains many works of world importance. Although there are some outstanding works from earlier periods, the collection’s strongest suit is its holdings of impressionist and post-impressionist paintings. ~timeout.com Video: Introduction to the Courtauld…