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Nonfiction books I'm still thinking about
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items If you're like me, nonfiction is often second fiddle to a great novel. The good news is there are incredible books out there on history, psychology, and life that aren't boring. In fact, they can be more invigorating than that latest fantasy read. Ch...
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Personal narratives
Psychology
History
Personal growth
Personal narratives
Notable experiences from notable people
Set your politics aside and learn where Vance came from. His rise is nothing short of incredible and inspiring. I didn't expect to love this book.
Hillbilly Elegy - J.D. Vance
Not only is he one of a kind, he also had the ability to apply himself to challenges and create success out of nothing. Step into the mind of a legendary man.
The Autobiography of Benjamin Franklin
This was the definitive window into Musk's life and mind before Issacson's book came out. Informative and easy to read.
Elon Musk: Tesla, SpaceX, and the Quest for a Fantastic Future by Ashlee Vance ...
Amazing story of Rushdie's near-death experience. Against all odds, the man survived and thrived. Emotional read, yet uplifting.
Knife - Salman Rushdie
Hands down the most crudely motivational person I've ever read (or listened to). If you don't know Goggins, you should. His story and methods are intriguing.
Never Finished - David Goggins
Psychology
Get to know the human race
This book sparked my appreciation of nonfiction. Read it twice in my teens and it inspired me to take a macroeconomics course in college. Fascinating stuff.
Freakonomics - Steven Levitt, Stephen Dubner
Find no hacks or lightning in a bottle here. Instead, find impressively down-to-earth wisdom and guidance on how to think about money. Highly recommend Housel.
The Psychology of Money - Morgan Housel
Gladwell thoroughly blew my mind with his critical, investigative approach to mundane ideas which provided shocking answers.
What the Dog Saw - Malcolm Gladwell
Uncomfortable revelations about what and how we eat. Learned a lot about Big Tobacco in particular. Just wow…
Hooked - Michael Moss
History
These won't be on your grandma's bookshelf
The story of WW2 and atomic weapons is a bit different than you think. Want to update your understanding? Read this.
The Bomber Mafia - Malcolm Gladwell
The subtitle says it all. This actually happened. I didn't fully appreciate the fact until I read the book. Again, you don't know WW2 history like you thought.
Operation Paperclip - Annie Jacobsen
I know, it sounds pretty woo. Suspend judgement long enough to read the first chapter. Stick around to see some conspiracies given merit.
Phenomena - Annie Jacobsen
Psyop or not, Elizondo came from government and is saying some wild stuff. Crack this book to get a sense for how deep the UAP topic goes.
Imminent - Luis Elizondo
This book is what happens when absurdly big and legitimate questions meet thorough, intelligent review and response. A true joy to read.
What If? - Randall Munroe
Personal growth
Deep cuts for your self-improvement
Hard to go wrong with Brown. I read this book before I became a people manager. Honestly, it helped me adjust my mindset enough to be ready.
Dare to Lead - Brené Brown
Picked it up because podcasts wouldn't stop plugging it. Finished it because it literally helped me better understand my own introversion.
Quiet - Susan Cain
Hard to think of a more relevant topic for all of us. Understanding and managing anxiety is a required life skill nowadays. Sharpen yourself with this book.
Unwinding Anxiety - Judson Brewer
A rare combination in an author. King helps you approach, dissect, and overcome hard problems, with humor.
The Art of Taking It Easy - Brian King