Ezra Klein
Journalist and policy expert, co-founder of Vox known for his in-depth analysis of political issues.
39 books recommended
Creativity, Inc.
Ed Catmull
Shares the behind-the-scenes story of Pixar and provides insights on leading creative teams.
Stories of Your Life and Others
Ted Chiang
A collection of science fiction stories, including "Story of Your Life," which inspired the film *Arrival*.
What We Owe the Future
William MacAskill
Explores ethical considerations for future generations, focusing on long-term planning and effective altruism.
The Shallows
Nicholas Carr
Discusses how the internet affects cognitive abilities, including attention span and memory.
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.
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.
Children of Time
Adrian Tchaikovsky
A sci-fi novel about humanity’s attempt to colonize a distant planet, encountering a unique, evolved species.
The Price of Peace
Zachary D. Carter
A biography of economist John Maynard Keynes, exploring his impact on economics and the pursuit of peace.
Under a White Sky
Elizabeth Kolbert
Examines human intervention in nature, exploring environmental solutions and their unintended consequences.
The WEIRDest People in the World
Joseph Henrich
Examines how Western, Educated, Industrialized, Rich, and Democratic (WEIRD) societies shaped human psychology and culture.
Something Deeply Hidden
Sean Carroll
An exploration of quantum mechanics, presenting the “many-worlds” interpretation as a theory of parallel universes.
Give People Money
Annie Lowrey
Advocates for universal basic income, examining its potential impact on poverty, inequality, and the economy.
How to Do Nothing
Jenny Odell
A manifesto for resisting productivity culture, advocating for reclaiming attention and connecting with nature.
Lincoln in the Bardo
George Saunders
A novel set in the afterlife, exploring grief and redemption as Abraham Lincoln mourns his young son.
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.
The Extended Mind
Annie Murphy Paul
Discusses how thinking is shaped by interactions with our environment, social connections, and bodily experiences.
Nothing to See Here
Kevin Wilson
A novel about a woman who cares for children who spontaneously combust, blending humor and magical realism.
Down Girl
Kate Manne
A philosophical exploration of misogyny, examining its causes, manifestations, and impact on society.
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.
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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