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    Robert Twigger is a British author whose literary style is often likened to a 19th-century adventurer inhabiting a 21st-century writer's frame. His prose is characterized by vivid depictions of uncommon journeys and a profound engagement with diverse cultures and human experiences. Twigger explores themes of meaning-driven motivation and polymathy, frequently drawing on his personal expeditions and collaborations with indigenous peoples. His writing offers readers a compelling perspective on the world through the lens of intrepid discovery and personal growth.

    36 Islands
    The Modern Explorers
    Walking the Great North Line
    Red Nile
    Angry White Pyjamas
    How Not to Get Hit
    • 2022

      A journey across the Lake District to discover the secrets of its 36 islands

      36 Islands
    • 2020
    • 2018

      Emphasizing the power of incremental change, this book encourages readers to embrace small, manageable steps toward lifelong learning. It presents practical strategies for integrating learning into daily life, making it accessible and sustainable. By focusing on minor adjustments rather than overwhelming goals, the author inspires a mindset that values consistent growth and curiosity. This approach fosters a deeper engagement with knowledge, ultimately leading to a more fulfilling and enriched life.

      Micromastery: Learn Small, Learn Fast, and Unlock Your Potential to Achieve Anything
    • 2018

      Der englische Philosoph Robert Twigger erläutert in diesem populär-wissenschaftlichen Sachbuch, wie wir unser Gehirn ganz einfach auf Lernen programmieren können. Erfolgreich, vielseitig, selbstoptimiert – wer möchte das nicht sein? Doch der Weg dahin scheint vielen lang und steinig zu sein. Der englische Philosoph Robert Twigger räumt auf mit der gängigen Annahme, dass es Tausende Stunden der Übung braucht, um seine Fähigkeiten zu verbessern. Stattdessen stellt er in diesem Buch ein völlig neues Konzept vor: Indem es uns gelingt, in überschaubaren kleinen Bereichen – sei es beim Zeichnen, beim Kochen oder beim Sport – gute Fortschritte zu machen, motivieren wir uns selbst, grundsätzlich Neues zu lernen und in jeder Hinsicht besser zu werden. Anhand zahlreicher Beispiele und Tipps erläutert Twigger seine verblüffende These und zeigt, wie jeder von uns, mit Freude und Leichtigkeit sein Gehirn auf Lernen programmieren kann.

      Die Kunst, einfach gut zu sein
    • 2017

      Micromastery

      • 272 pages
      • 10 hours of reading
      3.5(513)Add rating

      Brilliant . . . . mastering a series of small tasks has created pockets of perfection through my day, and made me calmer and happier in the process Rachel Kelly, author of 'Walking on Sunshine: 52 Small Steps to Happiness'

      Micromastery
    • 2016

      A sweeping biography of the Himalayas by the acclaimed author of RED NILE and ANGRY WHITE PYJAMAS

      White Mountain
    • 2014

      Dr Ragab's Universal Language

      • 274 pages
      • 10 hours of reading

      Exploring the immense capabilities of the human mind, this book delves into the intricacies of thought, perception, and consciousness. It emphasizes the significance of mental strength and resilience, illustrating how harnessing one's mental faculties can lead to personal transformation and success. Through various examples and insights, the narrative encourages readers to unlock their potential and challenges them to rethink the limits of their cognitive abilities.

      Dr Ragab's Universal Language
    • 2014

      Red Nile

      • 600 pages
      • 21 hours of reading
      3.8(158)Add rating

      Twigger's book on the history of the river Nile is one of the those unexpected great reads... This is a non-fiction book that reads like a great, page- turning novel. CATHOLIC HERALD 20140418

      Red Nile
    • 2013

      The Modern Explorers

      • 304 pages
      • 11 hours of reading
      3.7(76)Add rating

      Stories of the thrills and hardships faced by modern expeditions that continue to enhance our understanding of the world around us This book profiles thirty-nine modern explorers who have disproved the idea that there is nowhere left to discover and explore. Some are greatly experienced and are celebrated worldwide, while others are young or less well known and just starting to make their mark. Here are challenging and extraordinary expeditions to the remotest parts of the world by explorers from the United States, Australia, China, France, and beyond. Eight thematic sections cover all terrains: Polar, Desert, Rainforest, Mountain, Ocean, River, Under Sea, Under Land, and Lost Worlds. Written mainly by the explorers themselves, the accounts provide a unique insight into what it is actually like to join an expedition, from being dragged through the top of the rainforest canopy in an inflatable raft suspended from a balloon to pedaling a boat across the Pacific to standing on the edge of an erupting volcano. Their stories are supplemented with dramatic expedition photographs, many capturing the moment of discovery or danger.

      The Modern Explorers