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Paul Graham

Co-founder of Y Combinator, known for his essays on startups and venture capital.

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How To Win Friends and Influence People

How To Win Friends and Influence People

Dale Carnegie

A timeless guide on building strong relationships, persuading others, and increasing influence in personal and professional life.

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Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance

Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance

Robert M. Pirsig

A philosophical exploration of quality, values, and the nature of life, framed through a motorcycle journey.

Recommended by: 8 People
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The Structure of Scientific Revolutions

The Structure of Scientific Revolutions

Thomas S. Kuhn

Introduces the concept of paradigm shifts in science, explaining how scientific progress occurs through revolutionary changes in fundamental theories.

Recommended by: 5 People
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The Moon Is a Harsh Mistress

The Moon Is a Harsh Mistress

Robert A. Heinlein

A science fiction story about a lunar colony's rebellion against Earth’s rule, exploring politics, freedom, and self-governance.

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Founders at Work

Founders at Work

Jessica Livingston

Collection of interviews with successful startup founders sharing their journeys.

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The Autobiography of Benjamin Franklin

The Autobiography of Benjamin Franklin

Benjamin Franklin

Franklin's life story and his thoughts on self-improvement and civic responsibility.

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The Power Law

The Power Law

Sebastian Mallaby

A history of venture capital, exploring its role in shaping technology and entrepreneurship.

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Medieval Technology and Social Change

Medieval Technology and Social Change

Lynn White

Examines how technological innovations in the Middle Ages affected social structures and economic systems.

Recommended by: 3 People
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Structure and Interpretation of Computer Programs

Structure and Interpretation of Computer Programs

Harold Abelson

A foundational text in computer science, focusing on programming principles and problem-solving.

Recommended by: 3 People
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The Old Way

The Old Way

Elizabeth Marshall Thomas

A study of the lives of the Kalahari Bushmen, examining the hunter-gatherer lifestyle and its relevance to human evolution.

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The Soul of A New Machine

The Soul of A New Machine

Tracy Kidder

A narrative about the development of a new computer, capturing the drive and culture of engineers in the tech industry.

Recommended by: 3 People
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The Iliad

The Iliad

Homer

An ancient Greek epic poem about the Trojan War, exploring themes of honor, heroism, and fate.

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The Double Helix

The Double Helix

James D. Watson Ph.D.

Watson’s personal account of the discovery of the DNA structure, highlighting the process and controversies behind scientific breakthroughs.

Recommended by: 3 People
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Hard Drive

Hard Drive

James Wallace

The biography of Bill Gates and the early days of Microsoft, detailing his rise and the evolution of the tech giant.

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The Man Who Knew Infinity

The Man Who Knew Infinity

Robert Kanigel

The biography of mathematician Srinivasa Ramanujan, exploring his genius and unique contributions to mathematics.

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Plagues and Peoples

Plagues and Peoples

William McNeill

A historical analysis of how infectious diseases have shaped societies, cultures, and economies.

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Barbarian Days

Barbarian Days

William Finnegan

A memoir of a life spent surfing, reflecting on the culture, adventure, and personal growth found through the sport.

Recommended by: 2 People
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The Origin of Species

The Origin of Species

Charles Darwin

The foundational text on evolutionary biology, introducing the theory of natural selection.

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With the Old Breed

With the Old Breed

E. B. Sledge

A firsthand account of brutal combat during WWII, detailing the author’s experiences in the Pacific theater.

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Guns, Sails, and Empires

Guns, Sails, and Empires

Carlo M. Cipolla

Analyzes how advancements in military technology and maritime power influenced the rise of European empires.

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