The 10 Best Books for Liberation

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Here’s my curated list of the 10 best books for liberation, 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.
  • The Art of War by Sun Tzu — An ancient text on strategy and warfare, with applications extending to leadership and management in various fields.
  • 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 Power of Now: A Guide to Spiritual Enlightenment by Eckhart Tolle — A transformative guide that encourages readers to live in the present moment and discover spiritual enlightenment.
  • Freedom Is a Constant Struggle: Ferguson, Palestine, and the Foundations of a Movement by Angela Y. Davis — A collection of essays discussing the connections between struggles for freedom across the globe.
  • The Second Sex by Simone de Beauvoir — A foundational text in feminist philosophy that examines the construction of women's roles in society.
  • Pedagogy of the Oppressed by Paulo Freire — A foundational text in critical pedagogy, emphasizing consciousness-raising and the role of education in liberation.
  • The 48 Laws of Power by Robert Greene — A guide to gaining and maintaining power, utilizing historical examples to outline strategies that can be employed in various situations.
  • Peak Self-Control by Said Hasyim — Focuses on building strong willpower to help individuals achieve their important goals effectively.
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