Sam Harris
Neuroscientist, author, and host of *Making Sense* podcast, focusing on meditation and philosophy.
21 books recommended
The Beginning of Infinity
David Deutsch
Explores the nature of scientific progress, knowledge, and the potential for human advancement.
Enlightenment Now
Steven Pinker
Argues that reason, science, and humanism are driving forces behind progress and improving the world.
Behave
Robert M. Sapolsky
An exploration of human behavior from a biological and social perspective, delving into neuroscience, psychology, and ethics.
Stumbling on Happiness
Daniel Todd Gilbert
Investigates why people are poor at predicting what will make them happy, delving into cognitive biases and perception.
What We Owe the Future
William MacAskill
Explores ethical considerations for future generations, focusing on long-term planning and effective altruism.
The Qur'an
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The central religious text of Islam, believed to be a revelation from God to Muhammad, offering spiritual, moral, and legal guidance.
Our Final Invention
James Barrat
Examines the potential risks of artificial intelligence, warning about the dangers of unchecked AI development.
One Blade of Grass
Henry Shukman
A memoir and spiritual journey of a Zen practitioner, exploring themes of self-discovery, meditation, and enlightenment.
Reasons and Persons
Derek Parfit
A philosophical examination of identity, ethics, and rationality, discussing complex moral dilemmas.
Machete Season
Jean Hatzfeld
Chronicles the testimonies of Hutu men who participated in the Rwandan genocide, exploring the psychology of violence.
On Having No Head
Douglas Edison Harding
A spiritual exploration of self-awareness and consciousness, encouraging a new perspective on identity.
In Cold Blood
Truman Capote
A true crime novel about the brutal murder of a family in Kansas, blending reportage with novelistic storytelling.
The Last Word
Thomas Nagel
Discusses the concept of reason and objectivity, arguing against relativism in favor of rationalism.
Hitch-22
Christopher Hitchens
An autobiography by the controversial journalist, reflecting on his life, beliefs, and experiences.
God Is Not Great
Christopher Hitchens
Critiques organized religion and argues against the existence of a divine power.
History of Western Philosophy
Bertrand Russell
An extensive overview of Western philosophy from ancient Greece to modern times.
The Anatomy of Disgust
William Ian Miller
Analyzes the concept of disgust and its influence on human behavior and social norms.
Humiliation
William Ian Miller
An exploration of humiliation's role in human behavior and social dynamics.
The Flight of the Garuda
Keith Dowman
A translation of Dzogchen Buddhist teachings, focusing on the path to enlightenment.
I Am That
Nisargadatta Maharaj
Spiritual teachings on self-realization and non-duality from a revered Indian sage.
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