The Art of Doing Science and Engineering by Richard Hamming how to think in systems, solve hard problems, and build a life around meaningful work.
Working in Public by Nadia Eghbal the best book on modern software ecosystems, open-source dynamics, and digital infrastructure.
The Beginning of Infinity by David Deutsch a sweeping argument for optimism, progress, and explanatory thinking.
The Sovereign Individual by Davidson & Rees-Mogg macro shifts in technology, governance, and the individual's role in the future.
Where Is My Flying Car? by J. Storrs Hall a manifesto for ambitious engineering and the stagnation of hard-tech.
A Little Life by Hanya Yanagihara emotional depth, trauma, intimacy — for understanding the human condition.
