Mark Manson
Author known for his candid and irreverent approach to self-improvement and philosophy.
55 books recommended
Sapiens
Yuval Noah Harari
Explores the evolution of Homo sapiens, examining how biology, myths, and revolutions have shaped civilizations and propelled humanity forward.
Man's Search for Meaning
Viktor E. Frankl
Reflects on life in Nazi concentration camps, introducing logotherapy, which posits that meaning can be found even in suffering.
Thinking, Fast and Slow
Daniel Kahneman
Explores the two systems of human thought—fast, intuitive thinking and slow, deliberate reasoning—analyzing how biases shape decisions and behavior.
Meditations
Marcus Aurelius
A series of personal writings by the Roman Emperor, reflecting on the practice of Stoic philosophy.
Influence
Robert B Cialdini PhD
Explores the psychology of why people say "yes" and how to apply these insights ethically in business and everyday life.
The Better Angels of Our Nature
Steven Pinker
Argues that violence has declined over time and discusses the reasons behind the trend towards a more peaceful society.
The Selfish Gene
Richard Dawkins
Explores the concept of the gene as the central unit of selection in evolution, introducing the idea of the "selfish gene."
Thinking in Bets
Annie Duke
Explores how thinking like a poker player can lead to better decision-making under uncertainty.
Guns, Germs, and Steel
Jared Diamond
Examines the factors that have shaped human history, including geography, biology, and culture.
The Changing World Order
Ray Dalio
Analyzes the rise and fall of empires and nations throughout history to understand the current geopolitical climate.
The Lessons of History
Will & Ariel Durant
A concise examination of history's recurring themes, drawing from the authors' decades of historical research.
Mindset
Carol S. Dweck
Explores the concept of a growth mindset and how it can lead to greater success and fulfillment.
Between the World and Me
Ta-Nehisi Coates
A powerful reflection on race, identity, and history in America, written as a letter to the author's son.
Homo Deus
Yuval Noah Harari
Examines the future of humanity, exploring the possibilities of technological advancements and human evolution.
The True Believer
Eric Hoffer
Analyzes the nature of mass movements and the motivations of their followers.
The Singularity Is Near
Ray Kurzweil
Predicts the future of technology and humanity, focusing on the concept of technological singularity.
The Everything Store
Brad Stone
The story of Jeff Bezos and Amazon, detailing the company's rise and its impact on global retail.
Stolen Focus
Johann Hari
Examines why people are losing their ability to concentrate, exploring societal factors that contribute to distraction and proposing solutions.
The Denial of Death
Ernest Becker
Analyzes how the fear of death influences human behavior, culture, and psychological motivations.
Stumbling on Happiness
Daniel Todd Gilbert
Investigates why people are poor at predicting what will make them happy, delving into cognitive biases and perception.
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