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The Rise & Fall of Great Powers is a nonfiction work by Tom Rachman that explores themes of self‑actualization, early memory, and the role of women booksellers in American culture. The book was reviewed by the New York Times and offers a psychological perspective on personal development.
First publish date: 2014
Genre: Psychology/General Psychology
Authors: Tom Rachman
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