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The Creative ACT: A Way of Being
English, Neil, Ruby, Rick/Strauss, 2023
Best Penguin Random House products in the Non-fiction category
On this page you'll find a ranking of the best Penguin Random House products in this category. To give you a quick overview, we've already ranked the most important information about the products for you.
1. The Creative ACT: A Way of Being
From the legendary music producer, a savant at helping people connect with the wellsprings of their creativity, comes a beautifully crafted book, many years in the making, that offers that same deep wisdom to all of us. I set out to write a book about what to do to make a great work of art. Instead, it revealed itself to be a book on how to be.'-Rick Rubin Many famed music producers, however brilliant, become known for a particular sound which has its day and then ages out. Rick Rubin, on the other hand, is most famous for something else: for creating a strong safe space where artists of wildly different genres and traditions can home in on who they really are and what they really offer. To surprise themselves, and thus the world. Rubin's true art is for helping people get out of their own way and commune with the powerful creative signal that is their birthright. Over the years, Rubin has thought deeply about where creativity comes from and where it doesn't, about what it takes to strike a deep nerve within ourselves. Perhaps above all, he has learned that being an artist isn't about your specific output, it's a relationship to the world. Creativity has a space in everyone's life, and everyone has the opportunity to make that space stronger. Indeed, it may be our most important responsibility. More than five years in the making, The Creative Act is a series of meditations that illuminate the path of the artist as a road we all can follow. It is a beautifully generous offering of the wisdom gleaned from a lifetime's work spent in the service of exhilaration and transcendence, distilled into a timeless classic that puts those feelings within closer reach for all of us'--.
2. The World for Sale
"The World for Sale" is an insightful non-fiction book that sheds light on the complex and often unknown mechanisms of global commodity trading. The authors, Javier Blas and Jack Farchy, take readers on a journey through the world of commodity traders who operate behind the scenes and control the supply of energy, food, and metals. In a time when energy crises and food shortages are on the rise, it becomes clear how these traders earn billions through strategic deals and risky decisions. The book not only offers fascinating insights into the world of commodities but also highlights the far-reaching impacts of these trades on the global economy and politics. The gripping narrative and in-depth analyses make it an essential work for anyone looking to understand the dynamics of the international economy.
3. Trump: The Art of the Deal
"Trump makes one believe for a moment in the American dream again." - The New York Times
"Donald Trump is a deal maker. He is a deal maker the way lions are carnivores and water is wet." - Chicago Tribune
"Fascinating... wholly absorbing... conveys Trump's larger-than-life demeanor so vibrantly that the reader's attention is instantly and fully claimed." - Boston Herald
"A chatty, generous, chutzpa-filled autobiography." - New York Post
Information on the author: Donald J. Trump is the forty-fifth president of the United States. He is the very definition of the American success story, continually setting standards of excellence while expanding his interests in real estate, gaming, sports, and entertainment. He was named the Hotel and Real Estate Visionary of the Century.
4. Allen Carr's Easy Way to Stop Smoking
Read this book and you'll never smoke another cigarette again. Allen Carr has discovered a method of quitting that will enable any smoker to stop easily, immediately, and permanently. Allen Carr's Easy Way to Stop Smoking is the one that really works. It is the world's bestselling book on how to stop smoking, with over nine million copies sold worldwide.
The unique method includes no scare tactics and no weight gain. The psychological need to smoke disappears as you read, allowing you to feel great as a non-smoker. Join the 25 million men and women that Allen Carr has helped stop smoking.
Testimonials: "Giving up smoking was one of the biggest achievements of my life. I read Allen Carr's book and would recommend it to anybody trying to kick the habit." - Michael McIntyre.
5. The Diary of a CEO
The new book by Steven Bartlett, entrepreneur, podcaster, and Dragon's Den star, is not about business strategy. Strategy changes like the seasons. This book focuses on something much more permanent. At the very heart of all the success and failure I've encountered—both in my own entrepreneurial journey and through the thousands of interviews I've conducted on my podcast—are a set of principles that can stand the test of time, apply to any industry, and be used by anyone searching to build something great or become someone great.
These are the fundamental laws that will ensure excellence. They are rooted in psychology and behavioral science, based on the wisdom of tens of thousands of people I've surveyed across every continent and age group, and drawn from conversations with the world's most successful individuals on my chart-topping podcast. These laws will work now or in 100 years from now. Are you ready to get started?.
6. How to Win At Chess
Learn chess from International Master and YouTube's top chess teacher Levy Rozman (aka GothamChess) in this refreshing and fun guide for beginner and intermediate players. "How to Win at Chess" teaches you everything you need to know about the game, including all the important moves and strategies to start off strong and keep you thinking several steps ahead.
Full of Levy Rozman's signature charm and humor that have made him beloved by millions of fans, the first half of this unique guide introduces rising players (0-800 Elo rating) to the four key areas to consider when playing chess: openings, endings, tactics, and strategy. The second half builds upon these core skills for more experienced players (800-1300 Elo rating).
Brimming with practical and easy-to-follow tips for improving your game, "How to Win at Chess" includes over 500 instructional gameplay illustrations to help you better visualize the board, as well as chapter-specific QR codes for exclusive bonus content on Chessly, Rozman's teaching platform. Whether you want to become a recreational chess player or are training to be a Grandmaster, "How to Win at Chess" is the perfect interactive introduction to the world of chess.
7. My Name Is Barbra
The long-awaited memoir by the superstar of stage, screen, recordings, and television, Barbra Streisand, is by any account a living legend, a woman who in a career spanning six decades has excelled in every area of entertainment. She is among the handful of EGOT winners (Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, and Tony) and has one of the greatest and most recognizable voices in the history of popular music. She has been nominated for a Grammy 46 times, and with Yentl, she became the first woman to write, produce, direct, and star in a major motion picture.
In My Name Is Barbra, she tells her own story about her life and extraordinary career, from growing up in Brooklyn to her first star-making appearances in New York nightclubs to her breakout performance in Funny Girl on stage and winning the Oscar for that performance on film. Then came a long string of successes in every medium in the years that followed. The book is, like Barbra herself, frank, funny, opinionated, and charming.
She recounts her early struggles to become an actress, eventually turning to singing to earn a living, the recording of some of her acclaimed albums, the years of effort involved in making Yentl, her direction of The Prince of Tides, her friendships with figures ranging from Marlon Brando to Madeleine Albright, her political advocacy, and the fulfillment she’s found in her marriage to James Brolin. No entertainer’s memoir has been more anticipated than Barbra Streisand’s, and this engrossing and delightful book will be eagerly welcomed by her millions of fans.
8. The Interior Design Handbook
The bestselling Swedish phenomenon. What looks good and why? Design consultant Frida Ramstedt runs Scandinavia's leading interior design blog. In this book, she distills the secrets of successful interior design and styling to help you create a home that works best for your space, taste, and lifestyle. Filled with practical tips, rules of thumb, and tricks of the trade, The Interior Design Handbook will help you think like a professional designer. Frida has created this guide to interior design, featuring useful information that has taken years to learn, all in one place. Beautifully illustrated with handy line drawings, The Interior Design Handbook gets down to the nitty-gritty of successfully putting a room together. Take it to bed, and you'll be utterly engrossed and enlightened.
9. Ralph Lauren A Way of Living
A stunning celebration of Ralph Lauren's signature home collections, including the designer's own homes, which have inspired the world of interior design for nearly half a century. The cinematic vision of Ralph Lauren is brought to life with a beautifully written book that spans decades of innovation and influence by the iconic American designer. "Ralph Lauren: A Way of Living," published by Rizzoli New York, commemorates the 40th anniversary of the home collection with the first comprehensive volume dedicated to the signature style of Ralph Lauren and his pioneering lifestyle approach to design.
From trailblazing innovations that revolutionized the home industry to conceptualizing residential retailing and perfecting the art of hospitality, Lauren has created a multifaceted world that evokes emotion and inspires a more beautiful way of life. This special volume presents a visual timeline of Ralph Lauren's remarkable history as a lifestyle innovator. Lauren's unparalleled ability to seamlessly blend fashion and the home is illustrated with groundbreaking designs and innovative use of materials that have distinguished the home collection since its inception in 1983: menswear-inspired Oxford Cloth bedding that required the creation of special looms and took two years to refine; the sleek RL-CF1 chair, crafted of carbon fiber and inspired by Lauren's McLaren F1 racecar; and an appreciation for a timeworn, weathered aesthetic, as exemplified in the iconic Writer's Chair with its hand-burnished leather and rich patina.
Historic achievements such as the opening of his first New York City flagship on Madison Avenue, which invited guests to experience the complete world of Ralph Lauren in a residential environment, and his renowned restaurants that offer the epitome of gracious hospitality, demonstrate the magnitude of Ralph Lauren's influence on the worlds of lifestyle design and hospitality. The timeline is complete with quotes from distinguished members of the design community.
10. Hope
"Hope: The Autobiography" is a captivating non-fiction book by Francis Pope that delves into profound themes of philosophy and religion. In this work, set to be published in 2025, the author offers a personal perspective on the concept of hope and its significance in human life. With a hardcover and a total of 297 pages, the book is suitable for both academic and general readers interested in philosophical questions. The English-language edition is available in its first printing and measures 304 mm in width and 16 cm in height. Weighing 521 g, it is portable and ideal for reading at home or on the go. This book invites reflection on the role of hope in various areas of life and provides valuable insights that provoke thought. It is a significant work for anyone grappling with the fundamental questions of life and human existence.
