Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI and one of the most influential figures in the tech world, regularly shares his thoughts on the importance of reading. In his personal reading list, he highlights works that go far beyond simple relaxation, offering profound insights into psychology, philosophy, and the future of humanity. Here are the 9 must-read Books he recommends.
Man’s Search for Meaning – Viktor Frankl
This psychology classic explores the idea of finding meaning, even in the most difficult situations. Holocaust survivor Viktor Frankl shares his harrowing experiences and insight into human resilience.
Thinking, Fast and Slow – Daniel Kahneman
Nobel Prize winner Kahneman's work examines how our minds work, analyzing the intuitive and rational processes behind our decisions. An essential book to better understand our behavior.
Zero to One – Peter Thiel
Peter Thiel, co-founder of PayPal, shares his philosophy on innovation. For him, the key to progress lies in creating truly new things, rather than improving what already exists.
Brave New World – Aldous Huxley
In this visionary novel, Huxley depicts a dystopian future where technology and consumerism dominate. A work that encourages reflection on the limits of modernity.
The Beginning of Infinity – David Deutsch
A book that explores fundamental scientific and philosophical concepts, questioning how discoveries can transform our view of the world.
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