Book reviews

Helen Russell’s book captivated millions of readers upon its release in 2015 with its promising subtitle, “Uncovering the Secrets of the World’s Happiest Country”.  Before embarking on her Danish adventure, Helen Russell was a busy journalist in London, immersed in the bustling world of media. Her career took a dramatic turn when her husband landed… Read more

In “21 Lessons for the 21st Century,” Yuval Noah Harari presents a compelling mosaic of the human condition, as viewed through the lens of today’s most pressing challenges. This book is not merely a read; it is an intellectual journey that offers a panoramic view of our contemporary world. Harari’s work stands as an important… Read more

Peter F. Drucker’s “The Effective Executive” is a pioneering work in the field of management theory, revered for its timeless insights into the art of effectiveness. Having graced my bookshelf for some time, it was during a tranquil Easter period that I fully absorbed its wisdom in one sitting. Peter F. Drucker, an Austrian-American management… Read more

Thomas Beaufils, maître de conférences en civilisation des pays néerlandophones à l’université de Lille, nous offre une synthèse remarquable sur l’histoire des Pays-Bas, de leurs origines germaniques à nos jours. Il retrace les grandes étapes et les spécificités de cette nation unique, qui a su faire preuve d’un esprit d’ouverture, d’indépendance et d’ingéniosité, malgré les… Read more

Humor is a powerful tool that can enhance our work and life, but it is often overlooked or misunderstood. That’s why I was intrigued by this book by Jennifer Aaker and Naomi Bagdonas.  The book promises to show us how humor can boost our performance, relationships, and well-being, and how we can develop and use… Read more

This book by Danielle Marchant aims to help readers find balance and happiness in their lives by learning to slow down and reconnect with themselves. The book is inspired by the author’s own experience of suffering a burn-out and recovering through mindfulness and self-care practices. The book starts with a compelling premise: that we live… Read more

Communication is one of the most essential skills in the modern world, especially in the era of remote work and digital collaboration. But how do we communicate effectively when we can’t see each other’s body language, facial expressions, tone of voice, and other nonverbal cues? How do we avoid misunderstandings, confusion, and conflict in our… Read more

L’opinion publique est-elle une réalité ou une illusion? Comment se forme-t-elle, comment s’exprime-t-elle, comment évolue-t-elle au fil du temps et des contextes? Quel est son rôle et son influence dans la vie politique et sociale? Quels sont les acteurs, les outils, les enjeux de la scène publique? Autant de questions passionnantes et complexes que les… Read more

The book Rich Dad Poor Dad by Robert T. Kiyosaki is really dangerous and absolutely badly written. It is claimed to be the number one book for personal financial education. The catchy title suggests an interesting concept and a truly important topic: the financial education of our children and the proper understanding of how money… Read more

This book aims to educate readers on how to interpret and use charts effectively. Cairo, a data visualization expert and professor at the University of Miami, argues that charts are powerful tools for communication, but they can also mislead, confuse, or manipulate us if we are not careful. He shows us how to avoid common… Read more