The 10 Best Books for Politeness

Here’s my curated list of the 10 best books for politeness, 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 Prince by Niccolò Machiavelli — A seminal work on political power and strategy, exploring the often harsh realities of ruling and governance.
• The Art of War by Sun Tzu — An ancient text on strategy and warfare, with applications extending to leadership and management in various fields.
• Democracy in America by Alexis de Tocqueville — A detailed study of American society and its political culture that offers profound insights into democracy and civic involvement.
• The Social Contract: Principles of Political Right by Jean-Jacques Rousseau — A foundational text in political philosophy that presents the idea of a legitimate political order based on a contract among citizens.
• The Origins of Totalitarianism by Hannah Arendt — A profound analysis of the origins of totalitarian regimes, focusing on Nazism and Stalinism.
• On Liberty by John Stuart Mill — An essential work on individual freedom, exploring the limits of authority and the importance of personal autonomy.
• Man and His Symbols by Carl Jung — While primarily a psychological work, it touches on how symbols shape culture, politics, and human behavior.
• Peak Life's Work: Find Your Gift and Give It Away by Said Hasyim — Encourages individuals to discover their personal gifts and apply them towards meaningful, sustainable contributions to society.

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