Ryan Holiday
Author and bookstore owner known for promoting stoic philosophy and practical wisdom.
97 books recommended

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.

Meditations
Marcus Aurelius
A series of personal writings by the Roman Emperor, reflecting on the practice of Stoic philosophy.

The War of Art
Steven Pressfield
A motivational guide on overcoming creative blocks and achieving personal and artistic goals.

Endurance
Alfred Lansing
The incredible true story of Ernest Shackleton's ill-fated Antarctic expedition and the crew's heroic survival.

Bird by Bird
Anne Lamott
Offers advice on writing and the creative process, filled with humor and wisdom.

The Score Takes Care of Itself
Bill Walsh
Insights on leadership and success from the legendary coach of the San Francisco 49ers.

Titan
Ron Chernow
A comprehensive biography of John D. Rockefeller, exploring his life, career, and impact on American industry.

Range
David J. Epstein
Argues that generalists are more successful than specialists, especially in complex and unpredictable fields.

The Road
Cormac McCarthy
A post-apocalyptic novel following a father and son as they navigate a desolate world, exploring themes of survival and humanity.

The Great Gatsby
F. Scott Fitzgerald
A classic novel depicting the decadence of the Roaring Twenties, exploring themes of wealth, love, and the American Dream.

Hackers & Painters
Paul Graham
A collection of essays on programming, entrepreneurship, and the creative process, drawing parallels between hacking and art.

The Book of Five Rings
Miyamoto Musashi
A classic text on strategy and martial arts, discussing principles that can be applied to business and personal development.

The Prince
Niccolò Machiavelli
A classic treatise on political power, exploring strategies for gaining and maintaining control.

Founders at Work
Jessica Livingston
Collection of interviews with successful startup founders sharing their journeys.

Tiny Beautiful Things
Cheryl Strayed
A collection of advice columns blending personal stories with insights on love, loss, and resilience.

The New New Thing
Michael Lewis
Chronicles the rise of Silicon Valley, focusing on the culture of innovation and the dot-com boom.

The Fish That Ate the Whale
Rich Cohen
The biography of Sam Zemurray, a banana magnate, exploring his rise and impact on global business and politics.

Letters from a Stoic
Lucius Seneca
A collection of philosophical letters offering insights into Stoicism, ethics, and resilience in the face of adversity.

Mastery
Robert Greene
Explores the process of attaining mastery by studying the lives and techniques of historical figures.

History of the Peloponnesian War
Thucydides
An ancient historical account of the war between Athens and Sparta, providing insights into power, politics, and strategy.
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