By: Tim Ferriss
Pages: 674
Health, Motivation, Self Help
My recommendation: 10 / 10
Date read: 20th Oct'17
Brief review: I wish I could give it a rating of 11/10. It's an awesome book. Though it's a long read but it's totally worth the time. The book is divided in 3 sections - healthy, wealthy & wise. Unless you are a complete fitness freak, you can skim/skip through the first section about health. It's too micro and too detailed. I almost threw the book after the first 50 pages. I am glad I didn't as the next two section are worth a goldmine. Beside his own thoughts, Tim interviews over 100 world celebrities and summarizes their wisdom. My top 3 takeaways from the book - (1) Make health as #1 priority in life (2) You have limited time on earth. Use it well and do that you can do best. (3) Take chances & believe in yourself. Absolutely a must read for one and all.
By: Susan Cain
Pages: 276
Psychology, Self Help
My recommendation: 10 / 10
Date read: 3rd Oct'17
Brief review: One third to one half of the world's population is probably introverted. Chances are, either you are an introvert or you live with someone who is an introvert. The book's key message is about 'the power of introverts in a world that can't stop talking'. This book will change the way the world looks at introverts. Not raising voice or not engaging in fights doesn't mean they are weak. They have mighty powers of concentration and relatively immune to the lures of wealth and fame. They are brilliant at solving complex problems. They form a big percentage of the world leaders and yet the society at large somehow has an opinion of this breed being 'soft and timid. It's time we change this view. Excellent book. Well researched. Every person who considers herself an introvert (and even the extroverts) must read this book. I would strongly recommend this to all.
By: Darren Hardy
Pages: 200
Motivation, Self Help
My recommendation: 9 / 10
Date read: 10th Aug'17
Brief review: Everything we do; compounds over time. Darren Hardy himself is quite successful (owner of Success Magazine). He became a multimillionaire in his twenties. He makes his point by brilliant examples. How 125 calories every day can make you lose or gain 33 pounds over 31 months. How the routine of Michael Phelps made him a world champion. I liked this book because I am myself a big believer in the power of compounding. It's a no nonsense book. Concise and to the point. A must read.
By: Henry Ford
Pages: 222
Biography, Business
My recommendation: 10 / 10
Date read: 5th May'17
Brief review: Without a doubt, Henry Ford was an industrial genius whose contributions to industry changed the world. He was a thinker much ahead of time and his innovative ideas gave him a place in history. The book gives an account of his life through various challenges and success. It captures the clarity of thought he possessed along with a vision which is unmatched. Published 100 years ago, this book can send shivers to your nerves even today for the decisions he took back then.
By: Osho
Pages: 584
Philosophy, Self Help
My recommendation: 10 / 10
Date read: 23rd Mar'17
Brief review: A must read. I cherish the writings of Osho. Each time I read him, I become richer in my thoughts. He was (is) arguably the most profound thinker in the world. In my entire life I have not found anyone else than Osho who could connect the dots so very well about everything. A long read (over 15-20 hours) but can’t be missed. He shakes your thinking, beliefs and acts. He is the fiercest speaker you will ever encounter. A must read. Every word is gold.
