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Best 45-Minute Science & Math Short Reads

The Einstein Theory of Relativity (Illustrated): premium Edition
The theory of relativity usually encompasses two theories by Albert Einstein: special relativity and general relativity. Hendrik Antoon Lorentz (1853-1928) was a Dutch physicist who shared the 1902 Nobel Prize in Physics with Pieter Zeeman for the discovery and theoretical explanation of the Zeeman effect.
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"Pretty easy read and informative at a high level if you want to try to grasp the Theory."
"Einstein said that at the speed of light time stands still so from the light's view, it would take zero time to get here!"
"It is good to find that Lorentz, given the fact that he formulated the equations of special relativity before Einstein, appreciated the momentousness of Einstein's achievement and harbored no resentment."
"An excellent accounting of Professor Einstein's theory."
"Worth reading as a "classic" in the field, but the explanations in it are not as clear as they could be."
"A hundred years after having been written, I find the explanation easier to understand than when it was written."
"Though I've only read the first five pages thus far (I'm a college student), this book starts out very intuitively, and really grasps the attention of the reader."
"Great Read...even an engineer can begin to grasp relativity!"
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The Origin and Development of the Quantum Theory: with "A Scientific Autobiography"
In his fascinating Nobel Lecture and Scientific Autobiography, which are carefully edited in this book, Planck told us how he discovered the quantum “after a few weeks of the most strenuous work” of his life, and what “an unexpected vista began to appear” after the darkness was lifted. The work he thus performs does not get lost; it remains stored up, perhaps for many years, undiminished and latent in the block of stone, until one day the block is perhaps loosened and drops on the head of some passerby. My futile attempts to fit the elementary quantum of action somehow into the classical theory continued for a number of years, and they cost me a great deal of effort.
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"I like autobiographies like this because it puts things in perspective of the times and trials that the author went through."
"Planck is a joy to read."
"Planck's scientific autobiography was worth it and an interesting and insightful self-reflection."
"For a physics history buff, the book is a wonderful read."
"Not a casual read, but an utterly fascinating account of Planck's ground breaking work."
"If you are sensing a waning of enthusiasm for your pursuits, Laue,Planck and Einstein provide, in these pages fresh air for the smoldering embers of motivation."
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Electromagnetic Pulse: EMP Attack Survival Guide-Learn How To Prepare For And Survive An EMP Attack In Less Than 60 Minutes
In this book, you will learn the fundamentals about electromagnetic pulse attacks. EMP can cause damage to electronic equipment such as computers, cars or aircrafts. The book is meant for novices with no or little prior experience with EMP's. Tags: electromagnetic pulse, emp, survival, pulse, electromagnetic, guide, survive, attack, preparedness, surviving, prepare, electric, magnetic, powerless, protect, after, beginner, novice, emp protection, emp attack, emp weapon, electromagnetic pulse weapon, electromagnetic pulse protection, what is an emp, electro magnetic, electro magnetic pulse.
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"I recommend this for a beginner to open your eyes for more in depth study."
"Very helpful as a reminder to always be prepared."
"I have no experience in storing food or preparing for a disaster like this, but after reading this I feel like, I can at least give it my best shot."
"Nice and easy to follow guide."
"It covers topics like communication, food, shelter, and security."
"How many of us would know what to do in case of an attack like this?"
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Best 45-Minute Science Fiction & Fantasy Short Reads

The Kid
A group of people evacuating ahead of civil unrest amid a societal collapse find themselves lost, alone, and on the run, deep in the woods of rural West Tennessee.
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"They find themselves seventy miles into the Tenneessee wilds, with no food, freezing and close to death, when a teenage kid enters their crude camp. First as a warning to those of us who are totally unprepared for a true emergency, to learn basic skills to become self sufficient, and secondly, to live the Golden Rule."
"An excellent story based on good, simple and intelligent people helping those less fortunate during a time of upheaval. Very classy style, very skilled with societal blends and life-styles and realistic and probable approaching times."
"The writer has an unusual ability to draw in the reader gently and to spin a story that, while violent at points, does not dwell upon the violence but rather, upon the angels of our better natures."
"Love this story."
"The story is short, but gets the point across with what is portrayed. That's just the way many people are. I would like to think that; if a lot of us found ourselves in these circumstances, we would willfully step up and have a desire to learn, or to be the one to assist those who are already lost, so that they may live."
"I recommend this to anyone who is interested in learning some survival techniques, but you won't feel like you have completed the trek of the survivors after this almost short story."
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Best 45-Minute Self-Help Short Reads

Make Him Beg To Be Your Boyfriend In 6 Simple Steps
And I’m here to tell you that there’s a simple, step-by-step system any woman can use to finally flip the “commitment switch” in that one special man’s brain . And make him beg you to be his (and only his) even he swears up and down that he doesn’t want to commit or if he sees you as a “Friend with Benefits” or an “occasional date” now. Even better, this simple, powerful method has been proven again and again to work on almost ANY guy (no matter how stubborn he is or how desperately he’s holding on to his “freedom.”). * “Players” who are dating (and even sleeping with) multiple women and swear they’ll never settle down. (Follow these simple instructions and he’ll be your own personal monogamy addict who can’t even LOOK at another girl.). “Comittment-phobes” who think “having a girlfriend” is some kind of freedom-killing prison sentence (use step 3 on this guy and he’ll crawl over broken glass to make you his and ONLY his.). This 25 page report is nothing but the raw, powerful, step-by-step information you need to pry open his heart and make him yours for good. * The secret and downright silly fantasy banging around in the back of his unconscious that’s sabotaged every attempt you’ve made to get him to commit . and how to “break out” of the “girl I have sex with” box with a guy so he sees you as you as “girlfriend material” . and why “forcing” him to commit to you will blow up in your face, ruin your relationship and leave you desperate, angry and alone. Silently repeat this one sentence to yourself in your mind and you’ll be shocked at how he transforms into an eager puppy suddenly desperate for your attention no matter how “cool” he’s been in the past. The real reason men are petrified of commitment and wake up in cold sweats at the idea of being with just one woman . All packed into 25 lean and devastating pages and for less than you'd pay for a coffee at Starbucks.
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"I enjoyed the short/brief to the point 25 pages, but had a few concerns for those that may have grabbed this super awesome deal without understanding or practicing other changes in your life and conversations to have happened prior to using or trying this information - I am a big fan of this author and have read quite a few of his books dealing with relationships...honestly for me, you have to take his suggestions and apply them to your situation maybe with modification, not all is cookie cutter and you have to be comforatble understading what you are doing, so you are applying a change as a benefit to yourself not as a game - though he covered the majority of the scenarios, one that was not covered was a long distance romance that is in the blooming stages...For that reason I felt this book did not apply to me...just yet BUT good news, I now have this read under my belt and can be prepared when I do get to that point !"
"So I decide after reading the book last night to take local guy a surprise today during lunch, nothing special, a case of his favorite beer that he mentioned during one of our conversations for him to have after work. This is after my check in at the grocery store saying I was grabbing a case of beer to make a friend's day better. He was totally more attentive the rest of the day and spoke more of me coming up much sooner than we had planned."
"The only thing I'd add to it is a few lines on how this could work on a relationship that has started online and long distance relationships."
"This book mainly tells girls to "friend zone" a guy and treat him like crap basically. We hit it off right off the bat, had awesome chemistry, were instant friends and getting along fine... UNTILLLL I started doing the dumb shit this book told me to do. These techniques are for immature, insecure, player type guys who need to validate their ego - this is probably who the author is and who he sounds like when he describes himself. If you have all the stuff going on - trust me - you are going to care a lot of less about the guy - you wont have to fake it... you're gonna feel fulfilled by all the other things in your life."
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Best 45-Minute LGBT Short Reads

The Summer Palace: A Captive Prince Short Story (Captive Prince Short Stories Book 2)
It's an epilogue of sorts to the Captive Prince series.
Reviews
"I was a bit a scared when I started reading this that it would be unsatisfying but truly I don't think C.S."
"This was a sweet finish in some ways to the trilogy."
"Omg finally."
"It's a beautiful, intimate recapping epilogue that helped recall important moments in the series and fills in the blanks one may wonder about after the end of Kings Rising."
"It's an epilogue, but it just leaves me wanting to read more shorts about Damen and Laurent leading their peaceful lives in blissful happiness."
"If you haven't read the original Captive Prince trilogy, it's absolutely worth your time."
"I enjoyed the Captive Prince trilogy, but I always felt the end of Kings Rising was a tad unfinished/abrupt."
"Nice follow-up short story that takes the characters beyond Kings Rising."
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Best 45-Minute Education & Reference Short Reads

DIANA GABALDON COMPLETE SERIES READING ORDER: Entire Outlander universe in reading order, Outlander series only, Lord John Grey series, short stories, novellas, all non-fiction, and more!
A comprehensive list of every Diana Gabaldon title designed exclusively for your Kindle. Diana Gabaldon has written dozens of novels, novellas and short stories, some set in her Outlander universe and some not. Everything in the Outlander universe IN READING ORDER A separate list just for the Outlander series A separate list just for the Lord John Grey series All short stories and novellas All stand-alone mysteries and thrillers All graphic novels All non-fiction. We've even included a bonus list of Diana Gabaldon adaptations, so that you can watch the TV series or listen to the musical when you finish a book!
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"It helped me put all the other books like the John Grey series and the novellas in perspective as to when they all took place in relationship to each other."
"This was comprehensive but I just needed a list of the Outlander series in order."
"Great book to have if you have this series and are getting confused as to the order of "history" ."
"I love that it not only gives the reading order of each series, but is also listed by date so you can see all books in order regardless of series."
"Necessary book for me to keep on track with all the Outlander and other Gabaldon reading series."
"Just what I needed to keep all the books straight and it helps me to know what to read next."
"Knowing what books should be read and when really enhances the Outlander story."
"Very helpful to keep the series in order and up to date."
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Best 45-Minute History Short Reads

Lincoln's Little Girl (Kindle Single)
"I wish I had a little girl like you, Julie," Mary Todd Lincoln often told Julie Taft, and for the first year of the Lincoln presidency, sixteen year old Julie had the run of the White House, befriending the First Lady, playing with the Lincoln boys, and sharing priceless moments with Lincoln himself, which she noted down in her diary. In graceful and effortless prose, best-selling Kindle Singles author Cecelia Holland juxtaposes the indefatigable joy that Willie and Tad brought to Lincoln even after Washington DC became a military zone, and the sorrow that he experienced as his closest friends died in the first battles of the war.
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"I haven't read a lot about Lincoln and his children other than the biographies all seem to focus on Lincoln's severe mourning of Willie's death (and his son Eddie who died at four years old) and of course, that these tragedies all led to his wife's breakdown. A sad but wonderful account of the real man behind the legend, this short is a bargain as it is offered here for .99 cents."
"Celeste Holland writes a short but lovely story of Abraham Lincoln the father."
"The children, Willie and Tad Lincoln became fast. friends with Bud and Holly Taft. Mr. Lincoln gently picked him up and carried Bud to Willie's room and tucked him into bed, so grateful his son had such a loyal friend. She was well-versed in politics of the times and spent many hours strolling by the White House, hoping to catch sight the President. A few times Lincoln noticed the sweet young girl watching him and would bow and tip his hat to her. Another day, he noticed Julia sitting on the White House steps reading and looking at the flower bed. She was from a highly reputable old aristocratic Virginia family who treated Mary with honor and respect, not like the people In Washington who ignored and snubbed her. This shocked and offended her, as she wasn't just anyone, she was the wife of the President of the United States of America, the nation's First Lady. Julie blushed, performing a slight curtsy telling Mary how thrilled she was to meet her and how fortunately to have this powerful man, himself, take her on a tour. Mary took Julie's hand, pressing it to her heart and smiled into Julia's beautiful twinkling eyes , so thankful to meet this charming young lady who impressed her joyfully,telling her how lonely she was, that Julie was the perfect touch to cheer her. They met many times enjoying tea and women talk, about children, decorating, as this was something Mary would be doing as soon as funds became available, they talked fashion" what the women on the street were wearing, where to shop, good restaurants, schooling, oh so many things and Julia asked many questions that Mary was more than happy to answer. I laughed, I cried, I dreamed, and like Abe and Mary Lincoln, I adored little Julia Taft."
"The book was about a 16 year old girl Julie Taft who was the oldest sister of two brothers who played with friends of the Lincoln boys, Willie and Tad. Julie learned to love the solemn Lincoln, who was always mussing up her hair, but who was always ready to stop what he was doing in order to play with the boys."
"Julia Taft was the daughter of one of Lincoln's friends (Horatio Nelson Taft) and older sister of two fellows close in age to Willie and Tad Lincoln."
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Best 45-Minute Sports & Outdoors Short Reads

Stephen Curry: The Children's Book: The Boy Who Never Gave Up
The Boy Who Never Gave Up is the inspiring true story of NBA superstar Stephen Curry. Author/Illustrator, Anthony Curcio has a B.A.
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"This is a delightful book by Steph Curry, a remarkable man and an outstanding basketball player !"
"My 7 and 8 year old grandson say it was Great!"
"Motivational for young readers."
"My students LOVE this book."
"Raising an athlete so this book was fun."
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Best 45-Minute Politics & Social Sciences Short Reads

Trump's Brain: An FBI Profile of Donald Trump: Predicting Trump's Actions and Presidency
This is an unofficial FBI profile of Donald Trump that lists the likely actions he will take over the next four years.
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"As an attorney with a fairly constant exposure to people with thought disorders in my clients, or in the defendants, the author's outline reads as though it was the executive summary and predicate to the trial expert's report."
"Written prior to Trump' s inauguration Dr. Decker uses FBI profiling methods to predict the president-elect' s future behavior."
"This book gave me reasons for my feelings about him."
"In addition, predictions are proffered for the reader's consideration, based on the profile."
"This tells me that as he started his presidency so it will remain."
"From the minute you get it in your hands, you will see why it is funny."
"With a textbook description of narcissism the author presents an accurate forecast of Trumpism that has proven to be accurate over the first year with the exception of the economic forecast, which has proven to be completely wrong as of Jan 2018."
"It was astonishing to see how many predictions have already turned into reality since this booklet was written and published."
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Best 45-Minute Biography & Memoir Short Reads

Stephen Curry: The Children's Book: The Boy Who Never Gave Up
The Boy Who Never Gave Up is the inspiring true story of NBA superstar Stephen Curry. Author/Illustrator, Anthony Curcio has a B.A.
Reviews
"This is a delightful book by Steph Curry, a remarkable man and an outstanding basketball player !"
"My 7 and 8 year old grandson say it was Great!"
"Motivational for young readers."
"My students LOVE this book."
"Raising an athlete so this book was fun."
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Best 45-Minute Arts & Photography Short Reads

How to Use Spotify Playlists to Launch Your Career in Music
Ever wonder how to get your music onto a Spotify Playlist? -How getting on playlists can result in millions of streams, bookings, record label deals and, thousands of dollars in your pocket.
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"Wow, so glad I found this little guide to Spotify, I was a little lost before this was recommended to me."
"Right now about 15% of my total income is derived from Spotify."
"I bet this will speak highly of this books effectiveness added to my active willingness to trust George's guidance."
"I always ask people who are trying to “make it” in entertainment- if there is someone who is an expert in your field would you not jump at the chance to buy them coffee and hear what they have to say?"
"Thanks to this special little well-written book, I now have a game-plan in place for taking my music to the next level of exposure."
"Would definitely recommend to anyone looking to get into Spotify playlists and making Spotify a key part of their portfolio."
"I honestly thought I had reached a dead end after producing a track that was close to my heart."
"Super useful!"
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Best 45-Minute Craft, Hobby & Home Short Reads

Mirror Image Scarves | Crochet | Leisure Arts (6805)
Creating beautifully symmetrical scarves is easy with the designs in Mirror Image Scarves from Leisure Arts. Ruthie Marks has been hopelessly in love with crochet since learning how after retirement.
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"I have not tried any of these patterns but can't wait until cooler weather to get started."
"I LOVE this book."
"was looking for the pattern that is in the bookl."
"somewhat different to crochet."
"LOVE THESE PATTERNS!!!"
"Looking forward to starting a pattern."
"it was as good as I had hoped."
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Best 45-Minute Comic & Graphic Novel Short Reads

Archie (2015-) #1
As the new school year approaches, you'd think Archie Andrews would be looking forward to classes and fun -- but nothing is as it seems in the little town of Riverdale.
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"The good thing about this comic is that it does provide a nice introduction to the new series."
"Great introduction to this new avenger series fun and witty like the personalities and enjoyed the art style and qwerky attitudes!"
"Bought for my grandchildren."
"I like the two different stories in this comic because it outlines different character stories and their purpose as a team!"
"I like the classic Avengers, but don't like this new Avengers team."
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Best 45-Minute Computers & Technology Short Reads

AMAZON ECHO: NEW 2017 Amazon Echo User Guide: Beginner's User Guide to Master Your Amazon Echo (NEW 2017 VERSION, Amazon Echo Manual, Amazon Alexa, Echo ... Amazon Echo App, Amazon Echo Reviews)
Reading this amazing book will allow you to discover its potential, learn how to use it, and get the chance to find out is it worth your money or not! The insight this book will give you will take through every feature , every functionality , and every potential usage of Amazon Echo.
Reviews
"I love Alexa, she's part of the family!"
"I thought I get a lot of information for the Echo."
"Very poorly written."
"Wouldn't recommend this book to family or friends you can find the same things in a ad about amazon echo."
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Best 45-Minute Cookbook, Food & Wine Short Reads

Anthony Bourdain: The Kindle Singles Interview (Kindle Single)
He was previously a writer and editor at The New York Times Magazine, and a contributing editor at New York and Esquire magazines.
Reviews
"Bourdain obviously, and wisely, thinks about all these kind of questions beforehand, even so it has some of the no nonsense off the cuff remarks he is famous for."
"Perfect follow-up/bookend if your only real experience with Bourdain was "Kitchen Confidential.""
"Love Anthony Bourdain, so this was a great interview."
"Delightful person...totally upfront and "out there" ....prompted me to read his book "Kitchen Confidential"...which I am totally enjoying."
"Anthony Bourdain's book is a "no holds barred" expose of what happens in the kitchen without the customers' knowledge."
"It may be a bit ironic to write a review about this interview considering its content, but the restaurant world - the world in general - would be a better place if more people listened to Anthony Bourdain."
"I am glad I have read this interview, my husband is a Chef, and, it is almost an unbelievable difficult job, mainly if you want to do it the right way...thanks God we are over it, raised two wonderful boys, one is a successful hotelier who with two partners, they created a successful concept in Miami, and the other works for a Hotel Corp. Mister Bourdain, I could not sometimes understand your boldness projected through your programs, sometimes bordering the line of arrogance, yet, after reading and understanding you better, I do take my hat off!."
"It was a very short read."
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Best 45-Minute Humor & Entertainment Short Reads

Go the F**k to Sleep
Read by a host of celebrities, from Samuel L. Jackson to Jennifer Garner, this subversively funny bestselling storybook will not actually put your kids to sleep, but it will leave you laughing so hard you won’t care. “ Go the Fuck to Sleep is the secret anthem of tired parents everywhere.” —Bliss Broyard, author of One Drop: My Father’s Hidden Life , mother of two. “Captures the beautiful struggle of being a parent at it’s rawest point: bedtime.” —Daniel Sinker, author of The F***ing Epic Twitter Quest of @MayorEmanuel , father of one. His work has been featured in the New York Times, Entertainment Weekly, the Village Voice, the San Francisco Chronicle, and on CNN and FOX News.
Reviews
"I was shocked to find that some reviewers, apparently completely forgot to read the title of the book before purchasing. For those parents who do have a sense of humor and who may not find profanity particularly offensive and who live in the real world. It's real, overworked, frustrated beyond belief, about to loose your mind at 3am, inner parent monologue. Samuel L. Jackson should narrate a book for every single stage of life, from being born to the grave. This book is one that will be shared from one exhausted, fed up, delusional, red eyed, sleep deprived parent to another."
"I purchased this book as a 21st birthday gift for my best friend."
"If you have a child that fights sleep, this book may be for you."
"Then they said their baby wouldn't need it - that they knew how to make babies sleep really well."
"Nor should you purchase this book if you do not have a sense of humor."
"I gave this book to my best friend who is due any day now and she could not stop laughing."
"If you have had children, you have said and or thought what is written in this book."
"It is cleverly written in a tone that only the most desperately tired mom or dad could understand."
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Best 45-Minute Health, Fitness & Dieting Short Reads

A Low Carbohydrate, Ketogenic Diet Manual: No Sugar, No Starch Diet
This manual describes the practical details of a low carbohydrate, ketogenic diet as used by nutritional and medical professionals.
Reviews
"I was worse, gained weight! I realized then that my patients were not lying to me when they continued to get worse: more weight, higher BP, worse cholesterol and triglycerides DESPITE my recommendations. I strongly recommend that anyone who wants to follow this regimen become very familiar with the contents, and bring the manual to their health care provider. If there are any medical conditions present, as there usually are, then this regimen should be done under the supervision of a health care provider who is familiar with Low Carbohydrate Ketogenic nutrition. If your health care provider is willing to go along with you, but has not had experience with a ketogenic diet bring a copy of this manual along with a copy of the book "The Art and Science of Low Carbohydrate Living" as a gift."
"This manual is a simple and effective low carb diet program; the same one used at the Duke Lifestyle Medicine Clinic."
"Gets right to the meat of it... lol ...I like stright forward, get to the point stuff and this delivers."
"Good information and has helped me and my mother to maintain a low carb diet and shed a few pounds."
"I had been looking for a quick reference guide as I frequently need reminders of what are the best foods for the LCHF lifestyle."
"This little gem is a wonderful, quick read about a healthy ketogenic way of eating."
"I purchased this booklet to see if there was something new in it."
"Slowly but surely, Dr. Westman's guidelines are working for me."
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