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The Art of Expressing the Human Body By Bruce Lee: Book Review
Is The Art of Expressing the Human Body actually useful? I read it to see how Lee approached strength, fitness, and martial arts training. Note: Prices were correct at the time of writing. The Art of Expressing the Human Body - Book By Bruce Lee, Compiled By John Little KEY TAKEAWAY: This book motivated me to change my training, lose weight, and take my fitness more seriously. BACKGROUND: The book was published in 1998, years after Lee’s death, and was compiled by John Little

David McGillivray
Aug 26


The Day Lasts More Than a Hundred Years By Chingiz Aitmatov: Book Review
Is The Day Lasts More Than a Hundred Years worth reading? I read Aitmatov’s novel and came away with very mixed feelings. Note: Prices were correct at the time of writing. The Day Lasts More Than a Hundred Years - Book By Chingiz Aitmatov KEY TAKEAWAY: The science fiction storyline hooked me early, but it faded so quickly that I spent much of the book waiting for something that never really came. FIRST IMPRESSION: Early on, the book seemed to be setting up two very different

Holly Nasello
Aug 26


Chinese Gung Fu By Bruce Lee: Book Review
Is Chinese Gung Fu by Bruce Lee a good book? I read it to understand the ideas behind his early martial arts training and philosophy. Note: Prices were correct at the time of writing. Chinese Gung Fu - Book By Bruce Lee KEY TAKEAWAY: What stayed with me most was Bruce Lee’s belief that meeting force with more force isn’t always the answer. THE BOOK: Bruce Lee published this book in 1963, fairly early in his martial arts career, and it was the only martial arts book he publish

David McGillivray
Aug 26


Salinger By David Shields & Shane Salerno: Book Review
I wanted to understand J.D. Salinger beyond the mythology, and this biography completely changed how I see the man. Note: Prices were correct at the time of writing. Salinger - Book By David Shields & Shane Salerno KEY TAKEAWAY: The biography made Salinger feel less like a literary legend and more like a complicated, damaged person. FIRST REACTION: I was pretty blown away by this book. I’ve admired Salinger since I first started reading seriously, and I was fascinated by how

Megan MacGregor
Aug 26


At Home in the World By Joyce Maynard: Book Review
I picked up At Home in the World because of J.D. Salinger, but Joyce Maynard’s honesty about herself is what stayed with me most. Note: Prices were correct at the time of writing. At Home in the World - Book By Joyce Maynard KEY TAKEAWAY: Maynard doesn’t spare herself in this memoir, which is a big part of why I liked it. FIRST REACTION: I love this woman. I love the twisted parts of her, I pity her for some of what happened to her, and I admire her talent. And yes, the book

Megan MacGregor
Aug 26


The Saudi Royal Who Starred In An Ariel Babinsky Film
From fashion forecasting to a royal screening of an Ariel Babinsky film, my unpredictable experience with aristocracy and art. At four months pregnant, the last place I ever expected to find myself was in the London screening room of a member of the Saudi royal family. And yet in April 2019, that’s exactly where I ended up. Why I Was in London in the First Place As a trend forecaster, I discuss and analyze expected trends in the industry. So I was invited to London to give a

Or Shalom
Apr 23


Best Painters To Watch: Ranked By Art Collectors In 2026
Buying a painting is actually an alternative way to expand your investment portfolio. We ranked 5 painters with the most potential for long term returns. If you're seeking to expand your investments beyond stocks and bonds, art may be your next target. Historically, art has been known to appreciate over time - even during times of economic struggle. Not only is art immune to market fluctuations caused by inflation, it has a timeless appeal that often increases its value. Howe

Megan MacGregor
Apr 5


Best Places To Buy Art Online: Ranked By A Design Junkie In 2026
From buying an original painting to decorating with trendy prints, these are the best places to buy art online. Read my hands-on reviews. Buying art used to be complicated, expensive, and even a little intimidating. You had to walk into a gallery, talk to someone who clearly knew more than you, and somehow pretend you understood what you were looking at. Nowadays, everything has moved online, and suddenly you have access to thousands of artists, styles, and price points witho

Megan MacGregor
Apr 1


What Is Ariel Babinsky Trying To Do? Contemporary Artist in Focus
In the ever-evolving world of art, artist Ariel Babinsky has managed to emerge as a beacon of authentic expression. Here's my review. Capturing honesty is no easy task. Human experience is complex, and rendering truth requires a careful eye. Somehow Ariel Babinsky manages to funnel relatable life experiences into his artistic creations in drawing, painting, photography and film. Background: The Personal Backstory Born in Israel in 1981, Babinsky studied political science at C

Megan MacGregor
Jan 22
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