Tag: book-review
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The Rare Satisfaction of Finishing a Technical Book
I recently closed the last page of Real-World Next.js by Michele Riva, and something unusual struck me—I had actually finished a technical book from beginning to end. That doesn’t happen often. Like many developers, my usual approach to technical books is highly utilitarian. I read what I need, when I need it. The beginning of…
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Introducing Haruki Murakami’s New Novel – The City and Its Uncertain Walls
Haruki Murakami has been a constant in my life for over two decades. I first encountered his unique world of storytelling back in 1998 with Norwegian Wood, a novel that left a lasting impression on me as a teenager. It was my gateway into Murakami’s surreal and deeply emotional universe. At the time, I was…
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Walk out of Norwegian Wood
Sitting on the sofa next to a small desk, I poured myself a glass of sparkling wine. Outside the window, the sun was setting, casting the last beams of light onto the balcony. Lights began to twinkle from the surrounding buildings. I opened the door, stepped onto the balcony, and leaned against the railing. The…
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Three Books That Shaped My Life
List three books that have had an impact on you. Why? Reading has always been a significant part of my life, offering windows into different worlds and perspectives. Among the many books that have influenced me, three stand out for their profound impact on my personal growth and view of the world. Here, I share…
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