Sekar Writes
A Collection of Nonfiction Books Review and Personal Notes
Welcome!
Take a look around my blog, where I bring you book reviews filled with knowledges and favorite quotes. Alongside my literary explorations, I share personal stories and some side projects.
“Some books are undeservedly forgotten; none are undeservedly remembered.”
W.H. Auden, The Dyer’s Hand and Other Essays
Latest Book Reviews
Check out my nonfiction book reviews, featuring thoughts, summaries, and favorite quotes.
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Review and Summary: All in Her Head
in Book ReviewDiscover women’s mistreatment in societal norms that prioritize beauty over well-being has led to medical struggles.
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Review and Summary: Why We Die
in Book ReviewVenki Ramakrishnan covers the science of aging and mortality, examining the genetic program of life and exploring efforts to extend lifespan.
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Review and Summary: Determined
in Book ReviewDetermined discusses the concept of why free will might not exist and how we can optimize our lives in light of this understanding.
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Review and Summary: Probably Overthinking It
in Book ReviewProbably Overthinking It merges math, statistics, and real-life problems, proving the practicality of math in decision-making.
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Review: It’s Okay to Be Angry About Capitalism
in Book ReviewInsights on US wealth disparity, activism, and political reform. Ideal for understanding Sanders’ approach to transforming America.
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Review and Summary: Salt, Fat, Acid, and Heat
in Book ReviewUnderstand the crucial elements of cooking: salt, fat, acid, and heat, along with the ‘why’ behind cooking step, to elevate your cooking skills.
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Review and Summary: Radically Content
in Book ReviewRadically Content invites readers to challenge societal norms. This book explores wisdom on living authentically in a success-driven world.
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Review and Summary: Peak
in Book ReviewMaster any skill with .Deliberate Practice. Learn to leverage the brain’s adaptability for unmatched improvement, guided by expert insights.
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Review and Summary: Don’t Make Me Think
in Book ReviewGet to know web usability secrets with ‘Don’t Make Me Think’ by Steve Krug, a timeless guide for creating user-friendly websites.
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Review and Summary: Learning How to Learn
in Book ReviewBoost memory and learning productivity with practical insights in ‘Learning How to Learn’. Perfect for students and lifelong learners.
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Review and Summary: Never Enough
in Book ReviewNever Enough is a guide on nurturing kids in high-pressure environments, focusing on the importance of feeling valued.
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Review and Summary: Fluke
in Book ReviewFluke shows how small things shape our lives and why luck and simplicity matter in Fluke. Klaas reveals the impact of everyday randomness.
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Review and Summary: Scarcity Brain
in Book Review‘Scarcity Mindset’ tells us why we always want more. Find out how to escape this endless cycle and start enjoying your everyday life.
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Review and Summary: Refactoring UI
in Book ReviewRefactoring UI is a beginner-friendly guidebook offering practical tips for creating visually appealing and user-friendly websites.
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Review and Summary: The Comfort Crisis
in Book ReviewIt explores the impact of excessive comfort, encouraging readers to find a balance with moderate discomfort for a happier, healthier life.
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Review and Summary: Emotional Labor
in Book ReviewEmotional Labor highlights how emotional work, often ignored, affects women and others unfairly, and calls for a change in how it’s valued.
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Review and Summary: The Compound Effect
in Book ReviewFind out the insightful principles of achievement, luck, and making informed choices in The Compound Effect.
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Review and Summary: Why Greatness Cannot Be Planned
in Book ReviewWhy Greatness Cannot Be Planned bridges AI and life, questioning the necessity of explicit goals, and new approach to achieving goals.
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Hi, I am Sekar!
My passion for reading (at least) one book a week fuels my love for books and drives me to share the insights with others.
With a background in medical science, I enjoy compiling and sharing the fascinating knowledge I gain along the way.
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Books let us know we’re not the center of the universe; the universe has many centers.
Mariahadessa Ekere Tallie