Whistling Vivaldi

Aug 10, 2010 15:33

I have just finished reading Whistling Vivaldi and Other Clues to How Stereotypes Affect Us by Claude M. Steele. I have it from the library, but am strongly considering purchasing my own copy. This is a book I think everyone should read. Really, everyone.

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muffyjo August 10 2010, 20:08:39 UTC
Well then, with such a hot recommendation, I've ordered it. Now I'm curious!

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kimberlogic August 10 2010, 20:38:13 UTC
Like you, I read it and immediately went out and bought myself a copy and just recently gifted a few copies to HR friends and some family members. I wholeheartedly - this is an important read.

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da_lj August 11 2010, 01:21:10 UTC
Wow. Thanks for the recommendation, the book seems very well presented. I just read the first few chapters before I could help myself. ;)

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lillibet August 11 2010, 01:49:49 UTC
Yeah, I failed to give that warning. I was reading it before bed one night and ended up staying awake way past my bedtime as the chapters just rolled along.

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moria923 August 11 2010, 09:18:54 UTC
Off to see whether I can find it in an accessible format . . .

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