Thanks a thousand: a gratitude journey
by Jacobs, A. J., Merchlinsky, Claire
fromTed books
After being dared by his son, A.J. Jacobs decided to thank every single person involved in producing his morning cup of coffee. The resulting journey takes him across the globe and transforms his life.
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