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City of One: A MemoirCity of One is a poignant and beautifully written memoir of childhood loss and its enduring meaning. Francine Cournos was three years old when her father died, and by the time she was eleven, her mother was dead of breast cancer. "I had been hurled over a cliff," she writes. "The irreversibility of what had happened crashed down on me; a nauseating wave of fear and a flood of tears followed. I didn't know who I was without my mother. What would fill
City of One is a poignant and beautifully written memoir of childhood loss and its enduring meaning. Francine Cournos was three years old when her father died, and by the time she was eleven, her mother was dead of breast cancer. "I had been hurled over a cliff," she writes. "The irreversibility of what had happened crashed down on me; a nauseating wave of fear and a flood of tears followed. I didn't know who I was without my mother. What would fill the vast space left by the disappearance of this all-consuming relationship? How would I spend my time? What would I become?" In answering these questions, Dr. Cournos offers a sharply perceptive portrait of an injured child's inner life, and the moving-even exhilarating-story of the ways in which, after much struggle and with considerable help from others, that injured child living in a foster home grew to become a happy and successful adult. At once illuminating and heart stopping, City of One is an inspiring account of triumph over childhood adversity. "Eloquent and moving."-New York Times Book Review "Inspiring, insightful, and thoroughly engaging, offering hope and awareness to all who have experienced pivotal losses."-Kirkus Reviews "City of One is extraordinarily moving. It is handled with a remarkable honesty and sensitivity. This is redemptive work because it leaves us with a sense of admiration for the courage of the human spirit."-Jonathan Kozol, Author of Amazing Grace "From tragic to inspirational, City of One is an impressive lesson in one woman's ability to endure."Binding Type: Paperback
Publisher: iUniverse
Published: 10/20/2006
ISBN: 9780595414987
Pages: 254
Weight: 0.72lbs
Size: 8.35h x 5.81w x 0.60d
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★★★★★ 5
Very insightful for new hosts
Format: Kindle
I recently dove into the world of short-term rentals and found this book to be an indispensable guide for newcomers like myself. The author’s insightful tips and strategies have already proven to be game-changers for my rental business.
The book excels in providing practical, step-by-step advice on various aspects of hosting. From setting up an inviting space to navigating the complexities of guest communication, every chapter offers actionable insights that have noticeably improved my hosting approach.
Overall, this book is a must-read for anyone starting their journey in short-term rentals. It’s a comprehensive and accessible guide that imparts valuable knowledge, making it an essential resource for turning your rental venture into a thriving success. Highly recommended!
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Reviewed in the United States on December 16, 2023
★★★★★ 5
Great resource for new or seasoned STR owners
Format: Kindle
This book is a must read for new STR business owners but seasoned owners can glean insights as well.
It covers many facets of owning and managing a short term rental that you should be aware of.
Of particular value are the pitfalls to avoid that I see many hosts make. The book also covers many of the management tools and strategies that are necessary to be a successful business owner, and to make it easier in the process. I believe anyone that reads this book will learn something new.
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Reviewed in the United States on January 4, 2024
★★★★★ 5
Short term rental starting point
Format: Kindle
Very concise explanation of what you would need to know to determine if you would want to “enter the game” and then help to do the next steps. Many people especially when interest rates were low thought STR would be an easy way to have passive income and long term investment BUT understanding the “game “ is crucial to making good decisions. This book can aide in those situations.
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Reviewed in the United States on December 29, 2023
★★★★★ 4
No ChatGPT free download
Format: Paperback
This is a great resource for learning things about your Airbnb listing and how to maximize your success, BUT if you are purchasing this book because you read in the Intro, "Elevate your hosting game with Chatgpt", please know the "free download" link/website shared does NOT exist/no longer works. I do wish I had realized that before purchasing.
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Reviewed in the United States on February 10, 2026
★★★★★ 5
game changer!
Format: Kindle
Game changer for AirBnB hosting. I've though about this avenue, but there seemed to be so many hurdles, like figuring out the right pricing and making my place stand out. This book was is an excellent guide through it all, with practical tips on everything from interior decor to managing reviews. It will make a real difference in how I will run my Airbnb – less stress, more rave reviews, and hopefully better profits too!
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Reviewed in the United States on December 12, 2023
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