Books that in some way changed my understanding of life

The Prince

Niccolò Machiavelli

In this work Niccolò Machiavelli outlines pragmatic strategies for acquiring and maintaining power.

The Consumer Society

Jean Baudrillard

Jean Baudrillard explores the pervasiveness of consumerism in modern culture

The Republic

Plato

"The Republic" explores the nature of justice, the ideal state, and the role of philosophy in society.

Guns, Germs and Steel

Jared Diamond

Author examines the causes of global inequality and argues that geography is the primary factor behind the rise and fall of civilizations.

Meditations

Marcus Aurelius

Through introspective reflections, Aurelius guides readers towards inner peace and resilience

On the Firmness of the Wise Man

Seneca

Seneca, explores the concept of resilience and how to maintain composure in the face of adversity and insults.

The Protestant Ethic and the Spirit of Capitalism

Max Weber

Author explores the connection between the Protestant Reformation and the rise of capitalism in Europe.