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Meltem Demirors is Chief Strategy Officer of CoinShares, an investment firm that manages $750M in assets, and is a trusted partner to investors and entrepreneurs navigating the digital asset ecosystem. Meltem has been recognized for her personal contributions to the industry and serves as an outspoken advocate.
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Endurance
Shackleton's Incredible Voyage
Alfred Lansing - 1999-01-01 (first published in 1959)
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Embark on a thrilling adventure through the frozen tundras of Antarctica as British explorer Ernest Shackleton and his crew attempt to reach the South Pole. Follow the remarkable journey of these brave men as they battle extreme conditions and navigate through dangerous terrain in their quest for survival. Endurance is a gripping and inspirational tale that has become a timeless symbol of heroic perseverance.
Meltem Demirors
2022-09-29T17:11:42.000Z
@AriannaSimpson such an incredible book! try shadow divers - similarly captivating      source
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The Diamond Age
Or, a Young Lady's Illustrated Primer (Bantam Spectra Book)
Neal Stephenson - 2000-05-02 (first published in 1995)
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In a world shaped by nanotechnology, a young girl named Nell navigates a coming-of-age tale unlike any other. With education, social class, ethnicity, and artificial intelligence at the forefront, The Diamond Age: Or, A Young Lady's Illustrated Primer by Neal Stephenson is a mesmerizing science fiction read with themes relevant to our society today.
Meltem Demirors
2021-06-28T16:01:01.000Z
@matthuang it’s one of the few books to explore collective consciousness (the hive mind) and importance of education / mythology construction via the primer      source
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Billion Dollar Whale
The Man Who Fooled Wall Street, Hollywood, and the World
Bradley Hope - 2018-09-18
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This riveting international bestseller tells the story of how a young social climber from Malaysia pulled off one of the biggest heists in history, siphoning billions of dollars from an investment fund with the aid of Goldman Sachs. With criminal charges looming, the fugitive Jho Low used the money to fund Hollywood films, purchase luxury real estate, and throw champagne-drenched parties. The book is an epic tale of white-collar crime on a global scale and a classic parable of hubris and greed in the financial world.
Meltem Demirors
2020-07-24T14:55:08.000Z
@f0x_society read it. loved it. brilliant book.      source
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The Three-Body Problem
Cixin Liu - 2014-11-11 (first published in 2006)
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Experience an award-winning Chinese science fiction masterpiece from the beloved author, Cixin Liu, in English for the first time. Against the backdrop of China's Cultural Revolution, a secret military project sends signals into space to establish contact with aliens. When an alien civilization on the brink of destruction captures the signal and plans to invade Earth, different camps form on Earth, leading to a battle against corruption or a welcome for superior beings. Delve into this epic story of invasion, alliances, and survival.
Meltem Demirors
2020-07-18T16:15:55.000Z
@yrechtman sci fi is the only genre some essentials: dan simmons - Hyperion @GreatDismal Neuromancer, second book is my favorite The Quantum Thief / Le Flambeur trilogy - the whole trilogy is delightful and obvi three body problem is epic full list:      source
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The Causal Angel
Hannu Rajaniemi - 2014-07-17
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This compelling science fiction novel follows the adventures of Jean de Flambeur, a gentleman rogue living among a fractured, diverse humanity scattered throughout the solar system. Through dazzling science and extraordinary visions of a wild future, author Hannu Rajaniemi weaves warm, intricate capers that explore the nature of reality and storytelling. This third and final book in the series promises a thrilling conclusion to Jean's story.
Meltem Demirors
2020-07-18T16:15:55.000Z
@yrechtman sci fi is the only genre some essentials: dan simmons - Hyperion @GreatDismal Neuromancer, second book is my favorite The Quantum Thief / Le Flambeur trilogy - the whole trilogy is delightful and obvi three body problem is epic full list:      source
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The Fractal Prince
Hannu Rajaniemi - 2012-09-27
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This sci-fi thriller explores the terrifying yet groundbreaking ideas of a physicist through the eyes of two sisters contemplating revolution in a city of "fast ones," shadow players, and jinni. Meanwhile, a thief aided by a sardonic ship is trying to break into a Schrödinger box for his patron, risking his freedom or perhaps even his life. The Fractal Prince is a chillingly awe-inspiring sequel and a must-read for fans of The Quantum Thief.
Meltem Demirors
2020-07-18T16:15:55.000Z
@yrechtman sci fi is the only genre some essentials: dan simmons - Hyperion @GreatDismal Neuromancer, second book is my favorite The Quantum Thief / Le Flambeur trilogy - the whole trilogy is delightful and obvi three body problem is epic full list:      source
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The Quantum Thief
Hannu Rajaniemi - 2010-01-01
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This stunning sci-fi novel explores a world where time is a currency, memories are treasures, and an arch-criminal named Jean le Flambeur reigns supreme. With a mysterious rescuer, a moving city on Mars, and an investigator hot on Jean's heels, the story takes readers on a thrilling ride through a futuristic solar system filled with advanced humans, public-key encryption, and shared memories. At its core, The Quantum Thief is a story of betrayal, jealousy, and revenge that will take your breath away.
Meltem Demirors
2020-07-18T16:15:55.000Z
@yrechtman sci fi is the only genre some essentials: dan simmons - Hyperion @GreatDismal Neuromancer, second book is my favorite The Quantum Thief / Le Flambeur trilogy - the whole trilogy is delightful and obvi three body problem is epic full list:      source
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Neuromancer
William Gibson - 2007-03-03 (first published in 1984)
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Experience a world within a world where technology and art collide in Neuromancer, a cyberpunk sci-fi masterpiece that rivals the likes of 1984 and Brave New World. Follow Henry Dorsett Case, once the sharpest data-thief in the business, on a dangerous quest to take down a powerful artificial intelligence controlled by ominous business magnates. With award-winning writing and a gripping plot, Neuromancer challenges our assumptions about technology and ourselves, forever changing the landscape of our imaginations.
Meltem Demirors
2020-07-18T16:15:55.000Z
@yrechtman sci fi is the only genre some essentials: dan simmons - Hyperion @GreatDismal Neuromancer, second book is my favorite The Quantum Thief / Le Flambeur trilogy - the whole trilogy is delightful and obvi three body problem is epic full list:      source
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Hyperion
Dan Simmons - 1990-03-01 (first published in 1989)
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In this science fiction epic, a creature known as the Shrike awaits on the world of Hyperion, beyond the reach of galactic law. Some worship it, others fear it, and some have vowed to destroy it. On the brink of Armageddon, seven pilgrims set out on a final voyage seeking answers to the unsolved riddles of their lives. With each carrying a desperate hope and a terrible secret, one among them may hold the fate of humanity in their hands. This masterwork by the award-winning author of The Hollow Man is a stunning, inventive narrative that transcends space opera into a new kind of poetry. An essential part of any science fiction collection, Hyperion is a tour de force filled with awe, wonder, and excitement.
Meltem Demirors
2020-07-18T16:15:55.000Z
@yrechtman sci fi is the only genre some essentials: dan simmons - Hyperion @GreatDismal Neuromancer, second book is my favorite The Quantum Thief / Le Flambeur trilogy - the whole trilogy is delightful and obvi three body problem is epic full list:      source
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The Wind Through the Keyhole
The Dark Tower IV-1/2
Stephen King - 2012-04-24
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In this standalone story from the bestselling Dark Tower series by Stephen King, Roland Deschain and his crew find themselves in the midst of a severe storm. While seeking refuge, Roland shares two strange tales that shed light on his own troubled past. One story involves investigating a murderous shape-shifter, and the other is the timeless legend of Tim Stoutheart, a tale passed down through the Magic Tales of the Eld. King’s masterful storytelling is on full display in this enchanting and haunting journey to Roland’s world, which will captivate both longtime fans and first-time readers.
Meltem Demirors
2020-06-25T16:49:33.000Z
@ZDubuya @OnlyFans yes! i love Stephen King, he just cranks out books. the Dark Tower series was amazing, but for some reason Carrie has always really stuck with me, maybe because i read it in middle school      source
Dune by Frank Herbert
The Stone Sky by N. K. Jemisin
Walkaway by Cory Doctorow
Stories of Your Life and Others by Ted Chiang
The Dark Tower VII by Stephen King
Lady of Mazes by Karl Schroeder
The Dark Tower VI by Stephen King
The Dark Tower V by Stephen King
Carrie by Stephen King
Foundation by Isaac-Asimov
Oryx and Crake by Margaret Atwood
Wizard and Glass by Stephen King
The Dark Tower II by Stephen King
The Gunslinger by Stephen King
Waste Lands by Stephen King