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Nassim Taleb

Risk analyst and author known for his work on probability, uncertainty, and "black swan" events.

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Thinking, Fast and Slow

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.

Recommended by: 18 People
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Zero to One

Zero to One

Peter Thiel & Blake Masters

Emphasizes building unique companies that create new markets, focusing on independent thinking, avoiding competition, and driving innovation.

Recommended by: 19 People
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Hopping over the Rabbit Hole

Hopping over the Rabbit Hole

Anthony Scaramucci

A memoir and guide on thriving in the finance industry, emphasizing resilience and strategic thinking for entrepreneurs.

Recommended by: 6 People
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Seeking Wisdom

Seeking Wisdom

Peter Bevelin

A multidisciplinary guide to improving thinking and decision-making, drawing from psychology, philosophy, and science.

Recommended by: 5 People
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Scale

Scale

Geoffrey West

Examines the underlying mathematical principles governing growth and sustainability in organisms, cities, and companies.

Recommended by: 5 People
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Who We Are and How We Got Here

Who We Are and How We Got Here

David Reich

Explores human history through genetic research, revealing insights about ancient migrations and the mixing of populations.

Recommended by: 5 People
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Deep Learning

Deep Learning

Ian Goodfellow

Machine learning, Neural networks, AI algorithms

Recommended by: 4 People
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Alchemy

Alchemy

Rory Sutherland

Argues that unconventional thinking and psychological insights can solve complex problems in business and life, beyond pure data analysis.

Recommended by: 4 People
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The Count of Monte Cristo

The Count of Monte Cristo

Alexandre Dumas

A tale of betrayal, revenge, and redemption, following the journey of Edmond Dantès.

Recommended by: 4 People
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Good Calories, Bad Calories

Good Calories, Bad Calories

Gary Taubes

Challenges conventional dietary wisdom, advocating for a low-carb, high-fat diet based on scientific research.

Recommended by: 4 People
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The Dao of Capital

The Dao of Capital

Mark Spitznagel

Combines Austrian economics with Daoist philosophy, offering a unique perspective on investing and risk.

Recommended by: 3 People
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The Bitcoin Standard

The Bitcoin Standard

Saifedean Ammous

Discusses the economic theory behind Bitcoin, exploring its potential as a global currency.

Recommended by: 3 People
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Market Wizards

Market Wizards

Jack D. Schwager

Interviews with top traders, sharing insights into their strategies, risk management, and approaches to success in financial markets.

Recommended by: 3 People
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Blueprint

Blueprint

Nicholas A. Christakis

Discusses the role of genetics and social structures in shaping human behavior, advocating for a biological approach to sociology.

Recommended by: 3 People
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The Hour Between Dog and Wolf

The Hour Between Dog and Wolf

John Coates

Examines how the body's physiological responses impact decision-making in high-stress financial environments.

Recommended by: 2 People
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The Invisible Gorilla

The Invisible Gorilla

Christopher F. Chabris

Examines cognitive biases and perceptual illusions, showing how our minds can miss obvious information.

Recommended by: 2 People
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Elements of Information Theory

Elements of Information Theory

Thomas M. Cover

A foundational text in information theory, covering concepts like entropy, data compression, and error correction.

Recommended by: 2 People
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A New Kind of Science

A New Kind of Science

Stephen Wolfram

Explores the concept of computational systems, proposing new ways to understand science and complex systems.

Recommended by: 2 People
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The Blank Slate

The Blank Slate

Steven Pinker

Challenges the idea of the human mind as a blank slate, arguing for the role of biology in shaping personality and behavior.

Recommended by: 2 People
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Bull!

Bull!

Maggie Mahar

A history of the 1982-2000 stock market bull run, analyzing factors that contributed to the boom and its eventual end.

Recommended by: 2 People
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