Economics & Money
Narrative Economics
Robert J. Shiller
Explore the groundbreaking concept of Narrative Economics with Robert J. Shiller. Discover how viral stories shape economic decisions and drive major events, offering a fresh perspective on understanding and anticipating economic shifts.
Navalny
Jan Matti Dollbaum
A comprehensive account of Alexei Navalny, the most important opposition leader in Russia. This book delves into his life, political views, and activism, exploring his role in contemporary Russian politics and his ongoing battle with the Kremlin. It offers a nuanced understanding of Navalny as an anti-corruption activist, politician, and protester, and examines his impact on Russia's future.
Pegasus
Laurent Richard
A behind-the-scenes account of the Pegasus Project, an investigation into the use of the Pegasus spyware. This book exposes the dangers of unregulated cybersurveillance and its impact on privacy, dissent, and freedom of the press, revealing a world where anyone with a phone can be a target.
Permanent Record
Edward Snowden
A gripping memoir by Edward Snowden, the man who revealed the US government's mass surveillance programs. From his early days as a tech enthusiast to his career in the intelligence community, Snowden recounts the events that led him to expose the truth and the consequences he faced for doing so. A must-read for anyone concerned about privacy, technology, and government power.
Charlie Munger
Tren Griffin
Explore the investment strategies and wisdom of Charlie Munger, Warren Buffett's partner, and learn how his unique approach to business and life can help you make better decisions and achieve financial success. This book delves into Munger's principles, mental models, and the psychology of human misjudgment, offering a comprehensive guide to thinking like one of the world's most successful investors.
Tax-Free Wealth
Tom Wheelwright
Discover how to leverage the tax code to build wealth and reduce your tax burden. Tom Wheelwright, Robert Kiyosaki's personal tax advisor, reveals the secrets to understanding and using tax laws to your advantage, enabling you to achieve financial freedom and build tax-free wealth.
Cloudmoney
Brett Scott
A contrarian exploration of the seemingly inevitable progress of digital money and finance, revealing the hidden forces behind the cashless society and the rise of cloudmoney. It delves into the merger of Big Finance and Big Tech, the automation of global finance, and the potential consequences for surveillance, data extraction, and geopolitical power struggles.
The AI Economy
Roger Bootle
An exploration of the economic and social implications of the rise of robots and artificial intelligence. It delves into how AI will transform work, wealth, and welfare, examining potential benefits and challenges for individuals, businesses, and governments. The book navigates conflicting visions of the future, from utopian to catastrophic, and offers insights into navigating the AI economy.