The 10 Best Books for Higher Education

Here’s my curated list of the 10 best books for higher education, 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.
• Educated: A Memoir by Tara Westover — A gripping tale of a woman's quest for knowledge and self-discovery, overcoming her survivalist upbringing.
• The Power of Habit: Why We Do What We Do in Life and Business by Charles Duhigg — Duhigg investigates the science of habits, offering practical insights on how understanding habits can lead to personal and professional transformation.
• Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance by Angela Duckworth — A compelling examination of how determination and persistence can be more critical than talent in achieving success.
• Mindset: The New Psychology of Success by Carol S. Dweck — A deep dive into the importance of having a growth mindset versus a fixed mindset in achieving success.
• 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.
• The Courage to Be Disliked: How to Free Yourself, Change Your Life and Achieve Real Happiness by Ichiro Kishimi & Fumitake Koga — This dialogue-based book presents a challenge to the societal norms that hold us back from living authentically.
• Thinking, Fast and Slow by Daniel Kahneman — An insightful look into how our minds work and the dual systems of thought that drive our decision-making.
• Deep Work: Rules for Focused Success in a Distracted World by Cal Newport — A guide to maximizing focus and productivity in an age full of distractions, advocating for deep, focused work sessions.

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