[This Week's Books] 'Bob Proctor's The Secret of Wealth' and 5 More Titles

◆Bob Proctor's Secret to Wealth = This book summarizes the wealth and success secrets researched by the late author of the well-known self-help book "The Secret" in Korea. According to the author, the dividing line between winners and losers, rich and poor in life and business is ignorance. The author emphasizes that anyone can instantly move from poverty to wealth, failure to success, and scarcity and limitations to prosperity and abundance simply by realizing who they are and what abilities and potential they possess. The book covers key laws of wealth and success such as earnest wishes, change, habits, self-esteem, motivation, positive thinking, subconscious mind, visualization, affirmations, the law of attraction, and the law of vibration. Each principle and practice is organized and introduced under 12 major principles: success, decision, risk, perseverance, responsibility, conviction, action, money, goals, attitude, creativity, and communication. (Written by Bob Proctor · Bookie)

◆Metaverse: The Revolution of Everything = Leading global IT companies are diving into the metaverse. Microsoft plans to acquire Activision Blizzard for $75 billion to build a metaverse worldview, and Meta (Facebook) has announced an annual investment of $10 billion. Apple, Amazon, and Google have also increased their research budgets for virtual world-related technologies to record highs. Regarding this competitive landscape, the author examines the history of "technology preemption." Just as the initial plan to charge for every internet transmission 30 years ago failed, the future form of metaverse services remains shrouded in mystery. The author shares detailed views on what kind of "reality" the "future" of the metaverse will approach. (Written by Matthew Ball · Dasan Books)

◆Humanity's Dark History Seen Through Maps = This book finds useful lessons from ruins that once enjoyed glorious splendor but are now deserted. It delves into humanity's dark history marked by harsh punishments in the notorious Alcatraz prison, which did not tolerate even a single escapee, as well as discrimination, prejudice, arrogance, and ignorance. It introduces cases such as Denmark's Rubjerg Knude Lighthouse, built close to the coastline ignoring the lesson that human power is powerless against nature and ultimately closed in 1968; the U.S. Santa Claus Village, which thrived as a tourist spot but declined after Route 66 connecting Chicago and Los Angeles was closed; and Bolivia's Uyuni, which rose as an emerging railway city due to railroad facilities for transporting natural resources but is now called the "graveyard of trains" due to decreased demand. (Written by Travis Elborough · Hankyoreh Publishing)

◆The Devil Never Sleeps = This is a disaster response manual written by a leader in crisis management and disaster response. The author is an expert who has designed and implemented macro disaster response structures and systems needed for large-scale disasters such as the 9/11 attacks. After serving as Deputy Secretary of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, the author currently teaches at Harvard University's Kennedy School. The book analyzes various past crisis cases. From natural disasters like California wildfires, Hurricane Katrina, and the Haiti earthquake to major accidents such as the Challenger explosion, Deepwater Horizon oil spill, and the collapse of Sampleane Towers South building, as well as infectious diseases like influenza outbreaks and the COVID-19 pandemic, and corporate crises including iPhone 4 antenna reception issues and Sony Pictures hacking, the author introduces eight practical lessons for disaster preparedness through diverse real cases. (Written by Juliette Kayyem · Minumsa)

◆Feng Shui War = This is a new novel by author Kim Jin-myung, released after two years. It highlights the meaning and value of indigenous culture that cannot be fully explained by the language of science. The story begins with a mysterious letter delivered to the President of the Republic of Korea. Although experts from various fields all get involved, they struggle to interpret the message, and presidential office administrator Kim Eun-ha-su is tasked with solving the problem. The story confronts scattered history, lost lands, and the population issue that determines the future survival of South Korea. The author depicts this timely and distressing topic with his characteristic fast-paced development, plot, and speed. (Written by Kim Jin-myung · Itabooks)

◆Simple Habits Last to the End = How should one survive in an era of rapid change? Some people jump in recklessly, trying anything first, and sometimes actually gain some benefits. This situation encourages a mindset of "let's just try it, whether it succeeds or fails." However, the author opposes this mindset. Acting clumsily to overcome immediate anxiety or burning vague will and passion cannot accomplish anything properly. The author asserts that what is needed to see things through to the end is not novelty or greatness but simple and solid repetitive habits. Especially in moments of crisis, the author emphasizes taking a firm step to "finish" whatever you start and encourages moving toward what you truly love. (Written by Horie Takafumi · Sam & Parkers)