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Kevin Kelly

Futurist and founder of Wired, known for insightful predictions on technology and society.

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19 books recommended

Holy Bible

Holy Bible

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The sacred text of Christianity, encompassing teachings, stories, and doctrines central to the faith.

Recommended by: 12 People
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Finite and Infinite Games

Finite and Infinite Games

James Carse

Discusses the distinction between finite games (with clear winners and losers) and infinite games (focused on ongoing play and evolution).

Recommended by: 9 People
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The Fountainhead

The Fountainhead

Ayn Rand

A novel exploring the struggle between individualism and collectivism through the story of an innovative architect.

Recommended by: 9 People
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Gödel, Escher, Bach

Gödel, Escher, Bach

Douglas R. Hofstadter

A deep exploration of the connections between mathematics, art, and music, with reflections on consciousness and self-reference.

Recommended by: 5 People
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Shantaram

Shantaram

Gregory David Roberts

A novel based on the author’s life, detailing his escape from prison and adventures in the underworld of Mumbai.

Recommended by: 4 People
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So Good They Can't Ignore You

So Good They Can't Ignore You

Cal Newport

Challenges the "follow your passion" mindset, arguing that skill mastery leads to greater career satisfaction.

Recommended by: 4 People
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The Essential Rumi

The Essential Rumi

Jalal Al-Din Rumi

A collection of poems by the Sufi mystic Rumi, offering insights on love, spirituality, and the human experience.

Recommended by: 3 People
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The Qur'an

The Qur'an

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The central religious text of Islam, believed to be a revelation from God to Muhammad, offering spiritual, moral, and legal guidance.

Recommended by: 3 People
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Peopleware

Peopleware

Tom DeMarco

Explores the human side of software development, emphasizing team management, productivity, and workplace culture.

Recommended by: 2 People
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Gandhi

Gandhi

Mahatma Gandhi

A collection of writings by Gandhi, sharing his thoughts on nonviolence, justice, and spirituality.

Recommended by: 2 People
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Leaves of Grass

Leaves of Grass

Walt Whitman

A collection of poetry celebrating individuality, nature, and the human spirit.

Recommended by: 2 People
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Future Shock

Future Shock

Alvin Toffler

Explores the societal impact of rapid technological change, predicting challenges of the modern, fast-paced world.

Recommended by: 2 People
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What the Dormouse Said

What the Dormouse Said

John Markoff

Chronicles the influence of the 1960s counterculture on the development of Silicon Valley and early computing.

Recommended by: 1 Person
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Regional Advantage

Regional Advantage

AnnaLee Saxenian

Studies Silicon Valley and Route 128 to understand why some regions innovate more effectively than others.

Recommended by: 1 Person
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The Ultimate Resource

The Ultimate Resource

Julian Lincoln Simon

Argues that human ingenuity is the ultimate resource, challenging views on population and resource limits.

Recommended by: 1 Person
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It's All Too Much

It's All Too Much

Peter Walsh

Offers practical advice on decluttering and organizing for a more functional living space.

Recommended by: 1 Person
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The Adventures of Johnny Bunko

The Adventures of Johnny Bunko

Daniel Pink

A career guide in the format of a manga about making unconventional career choices.

Recommended by: 1 Person
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The Sound of the One Hand

The Sound of the One Hand

Yoel Hoffman

Collection of Zen stories and koans, providing insights into Zen philosophy.

Recommended by: 1 Person
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Childhood's End

Childhood's End

Arthur C. Clarke

Classic sci-fi novel about alien intervention and the future of humanity.

Recommended by: 1 Person
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