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Binding: Paperback
Language: English
ISBN-13: 978-0615467351
Reader’s Age: Adults 18+ (Suitable for Teens 16+)
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Author: Peter Atkins
Release Date:  March 8, 2011
Genre: Self Help & Motivation

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Description

Brief Thoughts That Can Change the Way You Live Your Life

About the Book

We all know life is short. But do we actually live like it?

Life Is Short And So Is This Book by Peter Atkins is a compact yet impactful self-help book that cuts straight to the point. The average human lifespan adds up to fewer than 30,000 days. This book helps you make every single one of them count.

From the Back Cover

You cannot get more time. But you can choose how you use it.

Peter Atkins distills years of real-world experience, learning, and reflection into a short book with a long-lasting effect. It is the kind of honest, no-nonsense advice a wise mentor would give you over coffee, without wasting a single minute of your time.

About the Author

Peter Atkins is the Managing Director of Permian Partners, an investment fund he founded in 2001. Before that, he served as a General Manager at Microsoft, where he helped launch and grow early consumer internet businesses. He holds a BA from Skidmore College, an MBA from Cornell University, and completed graduate studies at Harvard University. His insights in this book come directly from a life lived at the intersection of business, investing, and personal growth.

Who Is This Book For?

This book is perfect for anyone who feels busy but not fulfilled, or anyone looking for a gentle but firm reminder to start living more intentionally. Whether you are a young professional just starting out or someone in mid-life looking to reset your priorities, this book speaks to you clearly and honestly.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1. What is Life Is Short And So Is This Book about? This book by Peter Atkins is about making the most of the limited time we all have. It covers topics like time management, finding purpose, building good habits, nurturing friendships, embracing change, and choosing a life that truly makes you happy. It is a short self-help read with big, practical takeaways.

Q2. Is this book good for beginners who do not read much? Yes, absolutely. This is one of the best short self-help books for anyone who finds it hard to finish long books. It is concise, easy to read, and gets to the point quickly. You can finish it in a single sitting and still walk away with life-changing ideas.

Q3. How is this book different from other self-help books? Unlike most self-help books that repeat the same ideas over hundreds of pages, Peter Atkins keeps it short and honest. He writes the way a trusted friend would speak to you, covering what truly matters without wasting your time. Readers often say it reminded them of things they already knew but had forgotten to actually practice.

Q4. Is Life Is Short And So Is This Book worth buying as a gift? Yes, it makes a thoughtful and meaningful gift for graduates, young professionals, or anyone going through a life transition. Its universal message about time, purpose, and happiness connects with readers at any age or stage of life.

Additional information
Weight400 g
Dimensions12.7 × 0.36 × 20.32 cm
Short Summary

Peter Atkins does not waste a single page. In this book, he walks you through the importance of creating space in your life so that real thinking and creativity can thrive. He gently pushes you to stop worrying about things beyond your control and focus your energy on what actually moves the needle in your life.

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