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Introduction Quiet is a book about introverts (or intraverts in academic term). The content of this book is based on the author’s research and personal experiences. Author Susan Cain is a writer and blogger. She specializes in the field of psychological non-fiction. She has a blog on psychologytoday.com. The author was a lawyer and negotiations consultant before becoming a writer. She is the co-founder of Quiet Revolution, a company with initiatives in the areas of children, lifestyle and workplace. Content The book has 4 parts with an introduction and a conclusion. Part 1 is about the extrovert ideal, Part 2 talks about the influence of nature and nurture in temperament, Part 3 discusses about the culture difference in the extrovert ideal and Part 4 is about the tips and practical guides for introverts to survive or flourish in the world. Review This book strikes a chord with me because I am a self-confessed introvert. As the author told, not every introvert is socially awkward but introverts shine when they are in their comfort zone. Introversion is a result of nature and nurture; the author substantiates this claim with plenty of scientific results. In a world where extroverts stand out, introverts…

Introduction The Value of Everything is an economic book. It aims to stir a debate about “value” in current turbulent economic times. This book is chosen as one of the best business books 2018 in the economics category by strategy+business magazine. Author Mariana Mazzucato is an economist and Professor in Economics of Innovation and Public Value at University College London. She is also the founder of Institute for Innovation and Public Purpose in the same institution. The author is a member of the Scottish Government’s Council of Economic Advisers and UN Committee for Development Policy. She is an avid author who has published 10 books. Content This book begins with an introduction and contains 9 chapters. Chapter 1 is A Brief History of Value, followed by Value in the Eye of the Beholder: The Rise of the Marginalists. In these 2 chapters, the author introduces selected theories of classical and neoclassical economics. Chapter 3 is Measuring the Wealth of Nations and talks about gross domestic product. Chapter 4 is A Colossus is Born. The Rise of Casino Capitalism is Chapter 5. These chapters discuss the changes in the financial system. Chapter 6 and 7 are Financialization of the Real Economy…