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Ezra Klein

Journalist and policy expert, co-founder of Vox known for his in-depth analysis of political issues.

Vox, NY Times

39 books recommended

Creativity, Inc.

Creativity, Inc.

Ed Catmull

Shares the behind-the-scenes story of Pixar and provides insights on leading creative teams.

Recommended by: 7 People
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Stories of Your Life and Others

Stories of Your Life and Others

Ted Chiang

A collection of science fiction stories, including "Story of Your Life," which inspired the film *Arrival*.

Recommended by: 4 People
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What We Owe the Future

What We Owe the Future

William MacAskill

Explores ethical considerations for future generations, focusing on long-term planning and effective altruism.

Recommended by: 4 People
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The Shallows

The Shallows

Nicholas Carr

Discusses how the internet affects cognitive abilities, including attention span and memory.

Recommended by: 3 People
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This is How You Lose the Time War

This is How You Lose the Time War

Amal El-Mohtar

A sci-fi novel about two rival agents from different futures who develop a deep, transformative connection across time.

Recommended by: 3 People
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The Ministry for the Future

The Ministry for the Future

Kim Stanley Robinson

A sci-fi novel envisioning a future organization dedicated to combating climate change through innovative and radical solutions.

Recommended by: 2 People
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Children of Time

Children of Time

Adrian Tchaikovsky

A sci-fi novel about humanity’s attempt to colonize a distant planet, encountering a unique, evolved species.

Recommended by: 2 People
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The Price of Peace

The Price of Peace

Zachary D. Carter

A biography of economist John Maynard Keynes, exploring his impact on economics and the pursuit of peace.

Recommended by: 2 People
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Under a White Sky

Under a White Sky

Elizabeth Kolbert

Examines human intervention in nature, exploring environmental solutions and their unintended consequences.

Recommended by: 2 People
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The WEIRDest People in the World

The WEIRDest People in the World

Joseph Henrich

Examines how Western, Educated, Industrialized, Rich, and Democratic (WEIRD) societies shaped human psychology and culture.

Recommended by: 2 People
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Something Deeply Hidden

Something Deeply Hidden

Sean Carroll

An exploration of quantum mechanics, presenting the “many-worlds” interpretation as a theory of parallel universes.

Recommended by: 2 People
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Give People Money

Give People Money

Annie Lowrey

Advocates for universal basic income, examining its potential impact on poverty, inequality, and the economy.

Recommended by: 2 People
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How to Do Nothing

How to Do Nothing

Jenny Odell

A manifesto for resisting productivity culture, advocating for reclaiming attention and connecting with nature.

Recommended by: 2 People
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Lincoln in the Bardo

Lincoln in the Bardo

George Saunders

A novel set in the afterlife, exploring grief and redemption as Abraham Lincoln mourns his young son.

Recommended by: 2 People
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The City We Became

The City We Became

N. K. Jemisin

A fantasy novel where New York City comes to life through five avatars who must fight a cosmic threat.

Recommended by: 2 People
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The Extended Mind

The Extended Mind

Annie Murphy Paul

Discusses how thinking is shaped by interactions with our environment, social connections, and bodily experiences.

Recommended by: 2 People
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Nothing to See Here

Nothing to See Here

Kevin Wilson

A novel about a woman who cares for children who spontaneously combust, blending humor and magical realism.

Recommended by: 1 Person
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Down Girl

Down Girl

Kate Manne

A philosophical exploration of misogyny, examining its causes, manifestations, and impact on society.

Recommended by: 1 Person
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Breaking the Two-Party Doom Loop

Breaking the Two-Party Doom Loop

Lee Drutman

Advocates for reforming the U.S. political system to allow for more political diversity and reduce polarization.

Recommended by: 1 Person
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The Polarized Presidency of George W. Bush

The Polarized Presidency of George W. Bush

George C. Edwards III

Analyzes the factors behind the polarized political climate during George W. Bush’s presidency.

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