By: Lao Tzu
Pages: 128
Philosophy
My recommendation: 10 / 10
Date read: 25th Oct'16
Brief review: The book is attributed to philosopher Lao Tzu (though still debated). It is said to be written around 4th century BC. Tao Te Ching means 'The Way'. It discusses the objective of human life and how to live an ethical life. It also addresses the problem of governing a country from the point of view of a person who follows "the way". I am mesmerized by this classic chinese text. I guarantee you too will fall in love with this book.
By: Stephen Hawking
Pages: 126
Biography
My recommendation: 9 / 10
Date read: 16th Oct'16
Brief review: Stephen Hawking is considered as one of the most brilliant physicists since Einstein. This book gives reader an inside view of his life - his childhood, struggle with his disease and love for physics. Got to know a little more about Stephen Hawking after reading this book. He has definitely proved that there are 'no boundaries'. It was nice to meet him through this book.
By: Simon Sinek
Pages: 231
Business
My recommendation: 8 / 10
Date read: 8th Oct'16
Brief review: Want to be successful? Start with why. That's what Simon Sinek advocates in this book. He says - in business it doesn't matter what you do but why you do it. He refers to some of the global leaders and suggests they all started with why. Once why is at the core of our vision, all our activities should be aligned with it. This book will surely bring clarity to your own vision.
By: Randy Pausch
Pages: 206
Biography, Inspiration, Self Help
My recommendation: 8 / 10
Date read: 10th Sep'16
Brief review: What would you do if you have a short time to live? Specially when are in the prime of your life and the future looks promising. Randy Pausch was a professor at Carnegie Mellon University. At age 47, he was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer and given 3-6 months of good life left. During this time he gave an inspiring talk called 'The Last Lecture' which went viral. The book is based on that lecture. When you get perspective from people not old enough but mortality looming over their life, you get a lot of wisdom to ponder over your own meaning in life. It's a good and inspiring read.
By: Donald Trump
Pages: 157
Self Help
My recommendation: 9 / 10
Date read: Year 2015
Brief review: This is a compilation of Stephen R Covey's lifelong teachings. Stephen Covey is the best selling author of numerous books including '7 habits of highly effective people'. While I would recommend to read other books written by him, if you are short on time and want the summary of his wisdom and teaching, you would do well to read this one.
