The 10 Best Books for Diversity

Here’s my curated list of the 10 best books for diversity, in no particular order.

• The Republic by Plato — The origination of political science and a brilliant critique of government that is still important today.
• Beyond Good & Evil: Prelude to a Philosophy of the Future by Friedrich Nietzsche — Probably Nietzsche’s most cogent statement of his views: that traditional morality is subjective and that people must evolve to a higher understanding of what’s valuable and what is not.
• Man's Search for Meaning by Viktor E. Frankl — A profound account of Frankl's experiences in Nazi concentration camps, emphasizing the importance of finding purpose and meaning in life.
• The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks: The Untold Story of the Woman Who Helplessly Changed the Medical Community by Rebecca Skloot — An intersection of medical ethics and personal narrative, revealing the story behind the cells that became vital to medical research.
• The New Jim Crow: Mass Incarceration in the Age of Colorblindness by Michelle Alexander — A powerful examination of the systemic racism within the U.S. criminal justice system and its impact on African American communities.
• Becoming by Michelle Obama — An intimate memoir by the former First Lady of the United States, detailing her life, values, and time in the White House.
• The Hate U Give by Angie Thomas — A compelling young adult novel that addresses issues of race, police violence, and activism from the perspective of a black teenage girl.
• Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind by Yuval Noah Harari — A thought-provoking journey through the history of our species, offering profound insights into human behavior and societal evolution.
• Peak Mindset: Apply Realistic Thinking When Studies on Happiness Fail to Make Us Happy by Said Hasyim — A thought-provoking exploration of how realistic thinking can help individuals navigate the complexities of happiness and fulfillment.
• What We Talk About When We Talk About Anne Frank: Stories by Nathan Englander — A poignant collection of stories that explore themes of identity, faith, and the complexities of Jewish life in contemporary America.

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