Private Government
Elizabeth Anderson
A radical rethinking of the relationship between private enterprise and the freedom and dignity of workers. It argues that modern industrial firms amount to a system of arbitrary and unaccountable “private government” and “dictatorship”.
Religion for Atheists
Alain de Botton
A thought-provoking exploration of the potential benefits that atheists can derive from religion. Alain de Botton suggests that even without believing in God, we can still find value in the rituals, traditions, and concepts that religions offer, particularly in addressing our needs for community, morality, and consolation in the face of suffering.
Sacred Time
Ann Druyan
A secular approach to celebrating life's milestones and the changing seasons with rituals inspired by science, nature, and human connection. It offers a framework for creating meaningful traditions for those who don't adhere to traditional religious beliefs, emphasizing wonder, community, and the beauty of the natural world.
Self-Reliance
Ralph Waldo Emerson
A timeless essay on the importance of individualism and nonconformity. Emerson urges readers to trust their intuition and embrace their unique selves, rather than blindly following societal norms. A call to action for those seeking authenticity and self-discovery.
Shop Class as Soulcraft
Matthew B. Crawford
A compelling exploration into the value of manual work in a society increasingly focused on knowledge and technology. Crawford challenges the prevailing notion that white-collar jobs are superior, arguing that the trades offer unique cognitive and psychic rewards. Through personal anecdotes and philosophical insights, he makes a case for the importance of craftsmanship, self-reliance, and the satisfaction of working with one's hands.
Something Deeply Hidden
Sean Carroll
A mind-bending journey through the hidden realms of quantum mechanics, cosmology, and the search for meaning in a vast universe. Explore the fundamental nature of reality, poetic naturalism, and the quest to reconcile our understanding of the cosmos with our place within it.
Sophie's World
Jostein Gaarder
When Sophie, a young girl, starts receiving mysterious letters with philosophical questions, she embarks on a journey through the history of Western thought. As she delves deeper into philosophy, she uncovers a reality far stranger than she could have imagined, blurring the lines between fiction and reality.
That One Should Disdain Hardships
Musonius Rufus
Explore the timeless wisdom of Musonius Rufus, a Roman Stoic philosopher, in this collection of his teachings. Delve into profound insights on virtue, hardship, marriage, and the pursuit of a meaningful life. Discover how to apply Stoic principles to everyday challenges and cultivate inner resilience.