Winners Take All

Anand Giridharadas constructs a compelling argument against private philanthropy and debunks the myths behind systems that concentrate wealth in the hands of the few.

Meditations

Through a serious of personal reflections, analogies and aphorisms, Marcus Aurelius outlines a philosophy of living a good life above external circumstances.

Algorithms to Live By

A foray into equal parts computer science and human decision-making, this book highlights the surprising similarities behind problems that we and our computers face, and how thinking in terms of algorithms may be helpful in tackling both.

21 Lessons for the 21st Century-Part III

Part III: Despair and Hope Terrorism "A small coin in a big empty jar makes a lot of noise" - This phrase sums up the way terrorism seeks to gain ground and political awareness. It might seem like acts of violence and brutality in the name of terrorism are rampant, but this is simply not … Continue reading 21 Lessons for the 21st Century-Part III →

21 Lessons for the 21st Century-Part II

Part II: The Political Challenge 5. Community A short chapter with a simple message: As we become more connected digitally, we are becoming more disconnected in our local communities and social groups. Loneliness is becoming increasingly prevalent for many people worldwide. The reality is that we humans have a very real biological need for social interaction, and … Continue reading 21 Lessons for the 21st Century-Part II →

21 Lessons for the 21st Century-Part I

This book written by Yuval Noah Harari is the 3rd book he has written, joining the likes of 'Sapiens: A brief history of humankind' and 'Homo Deus: A brief history of Tomorrow' (the latter of which I have not yet read). The book tackles the present day - outlining the various challenges that humanity is … Continue reading 21 Lessons for the 21st Century-Part I →

Brief Answers to the Big Questions

Stephen Hawking's final book explores questions regarding our past, present and future from a scientific standpoint. Unlike what you would expect, it's surprisingly succinct and easy to understand. He uses many analogies to explain complicated concepts, from quantum theory, to black holes, nth dimensions and parallel universes. It is a thrilling and thought-provoking journey that … Continue reading Brief Answers to the Big Questions →