Utopia for Realists
Rutger Bregman
A compelling argument for radical new ideas that can change the world, including universal basic income, a 15-hour workweek, and open borders. Bregman challenges conventional thinking and offers a vision of a brighter future.
We Should All Be Feminists
Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
Adapted from her TEDxEuston talk, Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie offers a compelling and accessible exploration of feminism in the 21st century. With humor and clarity, she examines what it means to be a feminist today, challenging stereotypes and advocating for a more just and equitable world for both men and women.
What We Owe the Future
William MacAskill
A thought-provoking exploration of longtermism, the idea that positively influencing the long-term future is a key moral priority of our time. This book challenges readers to consider the impact of today's actions on future generations and offers a framework for making choices that will shape a better world for those who come after us.
When Women Ruled the World
Kara Cooney
A fascinating exploration into the lives and reigns of six remarkable female rulers of ancient Egypt, revealing how these women wielded power, defied expectations, and shaped the course of history in a male-dominated world. From Merneith to Cleopatra, discover the strategies, challenges, and legacies of these extraordinary queens who challenged the status quo and left an indelible mark on one of the world's most enduring civilizations.
Winners Take All
Anand Giridharadas
An incisive look at how elites' efforts to 'change the world' often reinforce the status quo, preserving their power and wealth while offering only superficial solutions to systemic problems. It challenges the notion that market-friendly approaches are sufficient to address deep-seated inequalities, urging a return to democratic governance and genuine social reform.
Begin Again
Eddie S. Glaude Jr.
In this searing and ultimately hopeful book, Eddie Glaude Jr. takes us on a journey through the mind and heart of James Baldwin, exploring Baldwin's life and writings in the context of America's past and present struggles with race and justice. Glaude challenges us to confront the lies we tell ourselves about our history and to begin again in the pursuit of a more just and equitable society.
The Moral Landscape
Sam Harris
Sam Harris argues that science can not only describe the world but also guide us in determining human values. He challenges the long-held belief that science and morality are separate domains, proposing that human well-being should be the foundation for our values and that science can help us understand how to achieve it. This book sparks a conversation about how moral truth can be understood in the context of science, offering a new perspective on meaning, morality, and life's larger purpose.
More Myself
Alicia Keys
In "More Myself," Alicia Keys shares her journey of self-discovery, from her challenging upbringing in Hell's Kitchen to her rise as a global music icon. Through intimate stories and reflections, she explores themes of identity, vulnerability, and empowerment, inviting readers to embrace their own truths and live authentically.