Books
Find ideas on what to read next and read my essays on some notable works.
Kinship: A Better Model for Altruism
Those who are proximate to suffering and poverty seem to experience a deeper level of connection with those they serve. I think kinship is the right word for it.
Understanding Poverty: The Reading List
Recently, my reading theme has been understanding poverty, particularly poverty in America. This is the first of a series on my reflections and learnings on the topic.
My Favorite Children’s Books: Part 1
These are the first of my favorite children’s books, the loveliest ones I have sorted through, both in story and illustration.
Best Books of 2017: Part 2
The second installment of my best books of 2017. Lots of great books this year, but these are the ones I enjoyed the most and what I thought were fantastic books. Enjoy!
Best Books of 2017: Part 1
Best books of 2017: Part 1. These are my favorite 8 from this year’s list, from entrepreneurship, memoirs, and fiction.
Tribe: Home in Community
One of the consequences of affluence in modern society is its isolation from other people. How do you find your tribe?
Trevor Noah’s Insights on the Power of Language
Trevor Noah’s reflections on the power of language to bridge cultural and racial gaps from his book, Born a Crime.
Best Books of 2016: Part 2
Last July, I highlighted the best books of 2016 from the first half of the year. This post lists my favorites from the rest of 2016.
My Fall Reading List: 2016. What Are You Reading?
Check out my picks for the fall reading list! It’s more academic than the summer list, but really exciting to get to.
Uncle Tungsten: Oliver Sacks on Leaving Childhood Fascination
In Uncle Tungsten, Oliver Sacks recounted stories of his chemical childhood. He ended with profound questions on what happens when we grow up.
Hamilton: How Genius Work Happens
Hamilton: The Revolution records the creation story of the breakthrough musical Hamilton. There’s a great story of individuality here.
Hope Jahren’s Love Letter to Life and Science
Lab Girl is Hope Jahren’s love letter to life and science, filled with poetic reflection on her life and the life of a tree.