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35 books recommended

The Godfather

The Godfather

Mario Puzo

A classic novel about the powerful Corleone crime family, exploring themes of loyalty, power, and family.

Recommended by: 4 People
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The Happiness Hypothesis

The Happiness Hypothesis

Jonathan Haidt

Explores ancient and modern perspectives on happiness, integrating psychological research with philosophical insights.

Recommended by: 3 People
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The Politics Industry

The Politics Industry

Katherine M. Gehl

Analyzes the political system and suggests innovative solutions for reform.

Recommended by: 3 People
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The Evolution of Everything

The Evolution of Everything

Matt Ridley

Argues that change and progress emerge through evolution rather than design, covering a wide range of fields.

Recommended by: 2 People
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The Forgotten Man

The Forgotten Man

Amity Shlaes

A reinterpretation of the Great Depression, focusing on government policies and their impact on economic recovery.

Recommended by: 2 People
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The Road to Serfdom

The Road to Serfdom

F. A. Hayek

Argues against government control in the economy, advocating for individual freedom and market-driven solutions.

Recommended by: 2 People
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The Fatal Conceit

The Fatal Conceit

F. A. Hayek

Critiques socialism and central planning, discussing the dangers of disregarding cultural and economic evolution.

Recommended by: 2 People
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The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo

The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo

Stieg Larsson

A crime novel about a journalist and hacker investigating a family’s dark secrets, exploring themes of corruption and revenge.

Recommended by: 2 People
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The Upright Thinkers

The Upright Thinkers

Leonard Mlodinow

A history of human progress in science, examining the key discoveries that shaped modern knowledge.

Recommended by: 2 People
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A Conflict of Visions

A Conflict of Visions

Thomas Sowell

Analyzes different ideological perspectives on society and politics, exploring how these “visions” influence policy and thought.

Recommended by: 2 People
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Knowledge And Decisions

Knowledge And Decisions

Thomas Sowell

Examines the role of knowledge in decision-making, analyzing how institutions and incentives shape society.

Recommended by: 2 People
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As I Lay Dying

As I Lay Dying

William Faulkner

A Southern Gothic novel about a family’s journey to bury their matriarch, exploring themes of family, identity, and mortality.

Recommended by: 2 People
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Human Action

Human Action

Ludwig Von Mises

A foundational work in Austrian economics, presenting a case for free-market capitalism and individual choice.

Recommended by: 2 People
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The Bonfire of the Vanities

The Bonfire of the Vanities

Tom Wolfe

A satirical novel about greed, wealth, and scandal in 1980s New York, focusing on a Wall Street bond trader.

Recommended by: 2 People
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The Spy Who Came in from the Cold

The Spy Who Came in from the Cold

John le Carré

A Cold War spy novel about betrayal and deception within British intelligence, known for its gritty realism.

Recommended by: 2 People
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State of Fear

State of Fear

Michael Crichton

A techno-thriller involving climate change, questioning the role of media and science in shaping public perception.

Recommended by: 1 Person
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The Science of Liberty

The Science of Liberty

Timothy Ferris

Connects scientific thought with political freedom, arguing that scientific advancements promote democracy and progress.

Recommended by: 1 Person
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Modern Times

Modern Times

Paul Johnson

A historical analysis of the 20th century, covering events, ideologies, and cultural shifts.

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Personal Knowledge

Personal Knowledge

Michael Polanyi

Argues that scientific knowledge is inherently personal, challenging the traditional notion of objective knowledge.

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Brideshead Revisited

Brideshead Revisited

Evelyn Waugh

A novel about faith, love, and friendship, centered on an aristocratic English family and their relationship with the narrator.

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