Book Reviews

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Many suggestions for learning that extend beyond language acquisition. "Becoming Fluent" by Roberts and Kreuz

Title : Becoming Fluent: How Cognitive Science Can Help Adults Learn a Foreign Language Authors : Richard Roberts and Roger Kreuz ...

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Oct 7, 2025

Great for those interested in information theory, but NOT for a general or lay audience. "Introduction to Information Theory" by John R. Pierce

Title : An Introduction to Information Theory: Symbols, Signals, and Noise Author : John R. Pierce Reviewer : Richard Sesek (educator, wantrepreneur) Amazon Affiliate Link (I get a small commission at no cost to you) Topic/Intent of book : As the title suggests, this book introduces the basis for information theory (aka communication theory) which is the foundation for psychologists/human factors professionals and telecommunication engineers. I selected this book

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Oct 7, 2025

Valuable book for wannabe writers and those looking to harness their creative side. "Accidental Genius" by Mark Levy

Title : Accidental Genius: Using Writing to Generate Your Best Ideas, Insight, and Content Author : Mark Levy Reviewer : Richard Sesek...

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Oct 7, 2025

Timeless dystopian novel is unfortunately very timely. "1984" by George Orwell

Title : 1984 Author : George Orwell Reviewer : Richard Sesek (educator, wantrepreneur) Amazon Affiliate Link (I get a small...

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Sep 25, 2025

Great book! Changed how I thought about my career. "A Whole New Mind" by Daniel H. Pink

Title : A Whole New Mind: Why Right-Brainers Will Rule the Future Author : Daniel H. Pink Reviewer : Richard Sesek (educator,...

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Sep 16, 2025