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"The Enchiridion" by Epictetus

The Enchiridion

Epictetus

Philosophy, Stoicism

“The Enchiridion”, or “The Manual”, is a short text by Epictetus, a Stoic philosopher who lived in the 1st and 2nd centuries AD.

"God Is Not Great" by Christopher Hitchens

God Is Not Great

Christopher Hitchens

Atheism, Philosophy, Religion

A critical examination of organized religion and its impact on society, advocating for a secular worldview relying on humanistic values instead of religious doctrine.

"Letter to a Christian Nation" by Sam Harris

Letter to a Christian Nation

Sam Harris

Atheism, Philosophy, Religion

“Letter to a Christian Nation” presents a provocative case for the examination of religious beliefs in the light of reason and evidence.

"Quirkology" by Richard Wiseman

Quirkology

Richard Wiseman

Relationships, Science

Quirkology invites readers to look beyond the ordinary, to question and explore the hidden forces that shape our lives.

Lying

Sam Harris, Annaka Harris

Relationships, Wellbeing

A philosophical and practical exploration of the concept and consequences of lying in various aspects of human life.

"Freakonomics" by Steven D. Levitt

Freakonomics

Steven D. Levitt

Work

“Freakonomics” is not just about economics in the traditional sense; it’s about thinking more deeply and critically about the world around us.

"Hamlet's Blackberry" by William Powers

Hamlet’s Blackberry

William Powers

Mindfulness, Wellbeing, Work

“Hamlet’s BlackBerry: A Practical Philosophy for Building a Good Life in the Digital Age,” written by William Powers, delves into the challenges and distractions of our constantly connected, digital world.

"The God Delusion" by Richard Dawkins

The God Delusion

Richard Dawkins

Atheism, Philosophy, Religion

This book systematically addresses arguments for the existence of God, scrutinize the role of religion in morality, and its influence on society.

"The End of Faith" by Sam Harris

The End of Faith

Sam Harris

Atheism, Morality, Religion

“The End of Faith” calls for an honest conversation about the role of religion in modern society.

"On the Shortness of Life" by Seneca

On the Shortness of Life

Seneca

Philosophy, Stoicism

“On the Shortness of Life” is a moral essay written by Seneca the Younger, a Roman Stoic philosopher, addressing the theme of time management and the human perception of time.

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