Oscar Wilde’s The Picture of Dorian Gray is a groundbreaking exploration of vanity, moral degradation, and the perils of hedonism. Upon its publication, it faced strong backlash for its audacious … Read more
In Guns Germs and Steel: The Fates of Human Societies, Jared Diamond embarks on an audacious intellectual journey to answer one of history’s most profound questions: Why has power, wealth, … Read more
My Sister’s Keeper, published in 2004 by Atria Books, is the eleventh novel by bestselling author Jodi Picoult, a name synonymous with morally complex family dramas. With its 432 pages … Read more
In his compelling book, Poverty by America, Matthew Desmond not only interrogates why poverty persists in such an affluent society but also exposes the uncomfortable truth—the perpetuation of poverty is … Read more
In When Breath Becomes Air, Paul Kalanithi confronts the profound reality of death with an intellectual and emotional depth that transcends the typical memoir. Diagnosed with terminal lung cancer at … Read more
Margaret Atwood’s The Testaments, a sequel to The Handmaid’s Tale, serves as both a continuation and expansion of the dystopian world of Gilead. With her intricate storytelling and profound insights, … Read more
Published in 1930, As I Lay Dying stands as a quintessential example of Faulkner’s mastery of narrative innovation and Southern Gothic storytelling. This novel, with its experimental narrative structure and multiple perspectives, … Read more
Alex Michaelides’ debut novel The Silent Patient is a spellbinding psychological thriller that bridges the world of art and psychotherapy. At its core lies the haunting tale of Alicia Berenson, … Read more
The digital age has redefined childhood and adolescence, shaping a generation uniquely tethered to technology. Jonathan Haidt’s The Anxious Generation: How the Great Rewiring of Childhood Is Causing an Epidemic … Read more
Mary Trump has once again taken aim at her family in her third book in four years, Who Could Ever Love You. This latest work portrays the Trump name as … Read more
The Age of Innocence, published in 1920, offers a rich portrayal of New York society through the eyes of Edith Wharton. This classic novel delves into the intricacies of upper-class … Read more
Authored by Taylor Jenkins Reid, The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo is a deeply engaging novel that combines the glamour of old Hollywood with the raw complexities of human relationships.
Steve Jobs Biography by Walter Isaacson is a deeply human tale that captures the brilliance and complexity of one of the most influential figures of our time. This work dives … Read more
Khaled Hosseini’s A Thousand Splendid Suns is a soul-stirring narrative that captures the essence of life in Afghanistan during its tumultuous decades. The novel, through the lives of Mariam and … Read more
In Women, the German-born American poet and novelist Charles Bukowski crafts a brutally candid and raw exploration of masculinity, relationships, and self-destruction through the eyes of his fictional alter ego, … Read more
Books have a unique way of shaping our perspectives, especially those that challenge us to rethink our beliefs, embrace vulnerability, and find meaning even in hardship. Here I have combined … Read more
In The Gifts of Imperfection, Brené Brown delves into the heart of what it means to live authentically and embrace vulnerability. Drawing on years of research into human connection, shame, … Read more
Authored by M. Scott Peck, The Road Less Traveled is an intellectual and spiritual odyssey that invites readers to explore their own journeys toward personal growth and self-awareness. With a … Read more
American author and journalist Michael A. Singer’s The Untethered Soul: The Journey Beyond Yourself offers a profound exploration into the nature of consciousness, self-awareness, and emotional liberation. Having read this … Read more
Daring Greatly by Brené Brown is not merely a book; it is an invitation to engage in the raw and transformative power of vulnerability. From the very first pages, Brown … Read more
American rabbi, Harold Kushner’s When Bad Things Happen to Good People is not simply a theological inquiry into theodicy—the problem of why a benevolent, omnipotent God allows suffering—but an emotional, … Read more
Artificial intelligence isn’t just another technology trend anymore—it’s rapidly becoming a force that will shape economics, politics, culture, and even what it means to be human. From large language models … Read more
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming various aspects of human life, from technology to social and ethical issues. One of the most critical challenges AI faces today is the alignment problem—the … Read more
As someone who has spent considerable time contemplating the advancements of artificial intelligence (AI) and its potential repercussions, Our Final Invention by James Barrat was both a validation of my … Read more
Written by Melanie Mitchell, Artificial Intelligence: A Guide for Thinking Humans, offers a profound knowledge of artificial intelligence (AI) from both a technical and philosophical perspective. Mitchell is a professor … Read more
Absalom, Absalom! explores the dramatic ascent and eventual downfall of Thomas Sutpen, a man born into impoverished circumstances in western Virginia who relocates to Mississippi with the determined goal of building both … Read more
The Singularity Is Nearer: When We Merge with AI (2024) by inventor, thinker and futurist Ray Kurzweil is a sequel to his influential 2005 book The Singularity Is Near. This … Read more
With the spotlight constantly on political figures, their personal tastes—especially in literature—can offer insights into their thinking, beliefs, and values. President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris have shared … Read more
Superintelligence: Paths, Dangers, Strategies by Nick Bostrom, Professor of Oxford University, is a complete and inspiring exploration of the potential rise of machine superintelligence and its consequences for humanity. Published … Read more
The Age of AI And Our Human Future explores how AI will fundamentally reshape human life, society, and global politics.