Get him reading! These are books guys will love and put down their phones for!!
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Non-Fiction
Fiction
The classic political novel, it’s a great story in its own right and an always-fresh reminder to think for yourself
1984 by George Orwell
An easier read (and the first of a series if he likes it!), the Poachers Son is the story of a young Maine game warden trying to solve a thrilling mystery. It’s a guys book, but it’s got enough romance and intrigue that you might like it too :)!
The Poacher's Son (Mike Bowditch Mysteries) - Books
Sure you saw the movie but the book is actually amazing! It’s nerdy sci fi at its finest with political intrigue and compelling characters. Fair warning - The sequels get a bit weird
Dune by Frank Herbert
An intense story that alternates between hope and deep sadness. It’s also a story of deep love and sacrifice by a father on behalf of his child
The Road by Cormac McCarthy
A classic for a reason. All three books in the Lord of the Rings Trilogy hold up!
Lord of the Rings Trilogy by JRR Tolkien
Non-Fiction
A must for any dude into politics, especially if you’ve spent some time in nyc! Try Caro’s LBJ series if you love this one
The Power Broker by Robert Caro
A must read for everyone. Funny, inspiring, and a reminder that awesome things are possible with ingenuity and courage
The Right Stuff by Tom Wolfe
David Foster Wallace can be long and dense. Start with this excellent book of essays. There’s way more where this came from if he loves it
Consider the Lobster and Other Essays: Wallace, David Foster
An amazing biography. Particularly worth reading if you’re going through a hard time. Grant was a down on his luck failure in the years before the Civil War, but when his country needed him he rose to the occasion!
