Reading List

A landmark anthology that gathers fifty masterpieces of the short story form — Hemingway, Chekhov, Maupassant, Katherine Anne Porter, Shirley Jackson, and more. Crane's selection is thoughtful and wide-ranging, making this the perfect entry point into the genre. Each story is tight, purposeful, and rewards re-reading. Jackson's "The Lottery" alone is worth the price of admission.

Thiel offers unconventional insights into innovation and building startups, emphasizing the importance of creating unique value rather than copying existing ideas. The book challenges readers to think critically about technology, business models, and the future of progress.

Fishkin provides a candid and humorous account of the challenges of building a startup, debunking Silicon Valley myths while offering hard-won lessons on growth, fundraising, and resilience. A must-read for founders seeking a grounded perspective.

A practical and easy-to-read book about how the brain works. I liked how it mixes science with everyday advice, making it simple to apply to real life.

Kupor, managing partner at Andreessen Horowitz, pulls back the curtain on venture capital. The book explains how VCs think, what they look for in startups, and how founders can successfully navigate funding negotiations.

Saad argues that harmful ideas spread like mind parasites, undermining rational thinking and common sense. Blending psychology and cultural critique, the book calls for resilience against ideological conformity.

Greene explores the path to mastery, blending history, psychology, and philosophy to show how individuals can achieve excellence in their fields. Drawing from the lives of great masters, he outlines a blueprint for sustained personal and professional growth.

This book gripped me from start to finish. The atmosphere is dark, chilling, and relentless, making every page feel like a descent into madness. Father Silence is one of the most terrifying villains I've come across. The way the author plays with memory and trauma adds so much depth to the characters. Definitely a must-read for horror fans looking for a story that stays with you.

LeDoux delivers an awe-inspiring journey through four billion years of evolution to explore how consciousness emerged. From the cellular to the cerebral, each chapter brings clarity to complex ideas, connecting ancient survival mechanisms with modern human behavior. I used some of the figures in the book during my PhD defense at Yale University.

Bandettini presents an engaging and accessible account of the history and breakthroughs in fMRI. The book distills complex scientific progress into a concise and approachable narrative, ideal for both newcomers and those with a background in neuroimaging. His personal insights add depth to the technical journey.

A thoughtful book about how the brain's functions are deeply interconnected. I liked how it challenges the idea of separating thinking, feeling, and perception, showing how they all work together.

Rosenbaum's Causal Inference is a rigorous and enlightening exploration of causal analysis, blending mathematical precision with practical application. Highly recommended for anyone delving into the challenges of establishing causation in observational data.