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Ryan Holiday

Author and bookstore owner known for promoting stoic philosophy and practical wisdom.

Daily Stoic, The Painted Porch

97 books recommended

Man's Search for Meaning

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.

Recommended by: 20 People
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Meditations

Meditations

Marcus Aurelius

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

Recommended by: 18 People
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The War of Art

The War of Art

Steven Pressfield

A motivational guide on overcoming creative blocks and achieving personal and artistic goals.

Recommended by: 13 People
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Endurance

Endurance

Alfred Lansing

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

Recommended by: 10 People
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Bird by Bird

Bird by Bird

Anne Lamott

Offers advice on writing and the creative process, filled with humor and wisdom.

Recommended by: 9 People
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The Score Takes Care of Itself

The Score Takes Care of Itself

Bill Walsh

Insights on leadership and success from the legendary coach of the San Francisco 49ers.

Recommended by: 8 People
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Titan

Titan

Ron Chernow

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

Recommended by: 7 People
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Range

Range

David J. Epstein

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

Recommended by: 7 People
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The Road

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.

Recommended by: 5 People
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The Great Gatsby

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.

Recommended by: 5 People
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Hackers & Painters

Hackers & Painters

Paul Graham

A collection of essays on programming, entrepreneurship, and the creative process, drawing parallels between hacking and art.

Recommended by: 5 People
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The Book of Five Rings

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.

Recommended by: 5 People
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The Prince

The Prince

Niccolò Machiavelli

A classic treatise on political power, exploring strategies for gaining and maintaining control.

Recommended by: 5 People
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Founders at Work

Founders at Work

Jessica Livingston

Collection of interviews with successful startup founders sharing their journeys.

Recommended by: 5 People
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Tiny Beautiful Things

Tiny Beautiful Things

Cheryl Strayed

A collection of advice columns blending personal stories with insights on love, loss, and resilience.

Recommended by: 4 People
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The New New Thing

The New New Thing

Michael Lewis

Chronicles the rise of Silicon Valley, focusing on the culture of innovation and the dot-com boom.

Recommended by: 4 People
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The Fish That Ate the Whale

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.

Recommended by: 4 People
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Letters from a Stoic

Letters from a Stoic

Lucius Seneca

A collection of philosophical letters offering insights into Stoicism, ethics, and resilience in the face of adversity.

Recommended by: 4 People
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Mastery

Mastery

Robert Greene

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

Recommended by: 4 People
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History of the Peloponnesian War

History of the Peloponnesian War

Thucydides

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

Recommended by: 3 People
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