“A reader lives a thousand lives before he dies. The man who never reads lives only one” - Jojen
“There are worse crimes than burning books. One of them is not reading them.” - Joseph Brodsky
Books are the bees which carry the quickening pollen from one to another mind’ - James Russell Lowell
“Books are the quietest and most constant of friends; they are the most accessible and wisest of counselors, and the most patient of teachers.” – Charles W.Elliot
“Few are sufficiently sensible of the importance of that economy in reading which selects, almost exclusively, the very first order odf books. Why, except for some special reason, read an inferior book, at the very time you might be reading one of the highest order? ”
And I Hereby Recommend some Highest Order books on Success to Drown in.
Unmissable Classics
1. The Holy Geeta - Commentary by Swami Chinmayananda
“When disappointment stares me in the fact and all alone I see not one ray of light, I go back to the Bhagavadgeeta…I immediately begin to smile in the midst of overwhelming tragedies”- Mahatma Gandhi
“Its teaching is acknowledged as of the highest value if not wholly accepted by almost all shades of religious belief and opinion..All we need of spiritual truth for the spiritual life is to be found in the Geeta”- Aurobindo Ghose
“To all such souls in the East and the West come these divine lessons ; for the path is one, though it has many names”- Annie Besant.
The Geeta gives Philosophical Advice as to how one should Live one’s Worldly Life. It’s a Prescription on “How to Live”.
Immortal words that have & will continue to stand the Test of Time.
This particular translation is by FAR the best I’ve read.
No other translation comes even slightly close to it in terms of its Crystal Clear Explanations ( in the ‘commentaries’) & its inimitable Style of Expression
2. Maxims Of Chanakya – By V K Subramanian
The Crystallised worldly wisdom in the form of more than 1000 Maxims in this book is close to none.
This unparalleled Genius is well known for his Political Acumen & Statecraft which enabled him to win bloodless victories over his Enemies, overthrow a tyrannical Regime & prevent the Balkanisation of India at a Time when it was Brutally Ravaged by Foreign Invasions.
No Branch of Life he left untouched in his works.
He covered Human Nature, Administration, Politics, Economics, Ethics, Education, Health, Relationships, & overall Self Improvement.
This is a Brilliant Book.
3. Emperors Handbook – By Marcus Aurelius
As the Title of the Book indicates, this book is a Compilation of Deeply Intimate Thoughts of an Ancient, Long Dead Roman Emperor, Marcus Aurelius.
If I were to Summarise in 3 Words: “How to Live”- This Book deals with this age old, Eternal Question.
Devour the Deep, yet Simple Wisdom in these Piece of Art.
You’ll never look at Life the same way after doing so.
4. Ethics Of Confucius- By Miles Alexander Dawson
As the Title of the Book indicates, this book is a Compilation of Deeply Intimate Thoughts of an Ancient, Long Dead Roman Emperor, Marcus Aurelius.
If I were to Summarise in 3 Words: “How to Live”- This Book deals with this age old, Eternal Question.
Devour the Deep, yet Simple Wisdom in these Piece of Art.
You’ll never look at Life the same way after doing so.
5. As A Man Thinketh – By James Allen
Our own Thoughts make or Break us.
They Lift us up, or Pull us Down.
As you think, you will be.
No book I’ve read, captures more powerfully the Power & Relevance of our own Thinking. A True, Timeless Classic.
Every Single Sentence reverberates with hard hitting incontestable Truth.
It’s a Short Book. May be an ‘Easy Quick’ Read, but the Impact is Eternal.
6. The Prince – By Nicolo Machiavelli
- What are some everlastingly True & Real, Ignored Aspects of Human Nature?
- How should a Prince conduct himself to Maintain Power?
- What are the Fundamental Principles of Power & Government?
- How must Rascals be dealt with?
- How to Retain power in a ruthless environment?
Get into the works of Machiavelli without further adieu.
7. Art Of War- By Sun Tzu (Translated By Thomas Clearly)
Sun Tzu was a Mysterious Warrior Philosopher who lived more than 2000 years ago.
This is one of the Most Prestigious books on the Inner meaning of the Principles of Strategy in the world today.
Conflict is a part of Life. Instead of Avoiding it, we must Learn to Master it.
This book deals with Conflict & Competition on every level.
This particular Version includes commentaries of 11 other Chinese Strategists & Military Leaders.
Internalise these Principles & you can do away with your other books on ‘Leadership & Conflict’.
8. Raja Yoga – By Swami Vivekananda
“Each soul is potentially divine.
The goal is to manifest this Divinity within by controlling nature, external and internal.
Do this either by work, or worship, or psychic control, or philosophy — by one, or more, or all of these — and be free.
This is the whole of religion. Doctrines, or dogmas, or rituals, or books, or temples, or forms, are but secondary details”– Swami Vivekananda
This is not a book which delves into the Doctrines of any ONE Religion.
What is Yoga Exactly?
What is Consciousness?
Does God Exist?
What’s the Proof that God Exists?
Why can’t God be Proven using Scientific means readily available?
Why can’t we see/hear/taste/touch God? Why is ‘He’ out of our Immediate reach?
How to reach him?
What are the exact Action steps one must take?
Read this Brilliant Manual & start Implementing.
9. Autobiography Of A Yogi- By Paramhansa Yogananda
10. Think And Grow Rich- By Napolean Hill
This is an all time Bestseller in this Field of Literature.
Schools need to Teach the Stuff in this book, but they won’t – so read it.
Full of Gold, this Mindset Transformer will increase your Drive, Motivation & give Practical Advice to fulfil your Goals in Life.
One of the Best Original, Classical, ‘Success Books’ out there.
Masculinity
1. Rational Male- By Rollo Tomassi
This is the Red Pill in Book Form.
This book (first of his 3 book series till date) makes up the Core of the Authors Overall Philosophy.
- Intersexual Behaviour between Men & Women
- Why Women Act the way they do
- ‘How things work’ – in the Sexual Marketplace.
- Overall Sins Committed by Men- and how they Pay for them
Without Delving into this Further, Go Read it. It’s Sinful not to.
2. The Complete Guide To Living With Men- By E James Wilder
One of the Best Books I’ve Read on Masculinity. Filled with wisdom I hadn’t encountered anywhere else before.
It combines both the latest science and the oldest wisdom for training the control center in a man’s brain for relationships.
Immature, wounded men fuck up & destroy themselves, their Children, their Families & Society.
Are you a wounded Man with unresolved issues, still suffering deep Pain & Anguish?
Want to read your inner self like a Map, and Discover the Motivations behind why you Act the way you Act?
Interested in understanding the Different Stages of a Man’s Life, and the various psychological Challenges a Man needs to contend with, during each Stage?
What does Real Maturity look like?
This is a Complete Book. An Absolute Must read.
3. The Way Of Men — By Jack Donovan
- Who is ‘the Man’ really? What’s his Nature?
- What’s the state of ‘manliness’ in this post-modern age?
- Why is it Tortured?
- How does this over civilized, over-regulated, politically correct, Consumerist modern world emasculate Society?
- How do Men Bond? How do they relate to each other?
- What are the Spiritual Challenges faced by Men?
Clear Ideas, that cut straight to the point. Brilliant book.
Soundly Presented by this Modern Day Masculinity Philosopher.
It’s Time to bring back Masculinity, Celebrate it, instead of Punishing it, and shaming it.
Waste no Time, Dive Deep into this Modern Day Masterpiece.
I Consider this an Essential Read for any Man.
4. The Way Of The Superior Man – By David Deida
“Men & Women are the same!” One thing this book is Guaranteed to do, is to permanently shed this Bullshit Notion/Illusion.
Apart from the Abundantly Available Scientific Evidence disproving this often sprouted bullshit assertion, the author delves into the deeper, finer, more subtle spiritual motivations of Man & Woman.
How they WIDELY differ- How they need to be Understood, Appreciated, Honoured and Fulfilled- for overall Healthy Existence.
This book beautifully, poetically, Unravels the mystery of relationships.
If you’re a Man – Reading this book will validate many of your ‘Deepest Desires/Inner Longings’.
This book is call, as well as a Practical Guide for all Men to Live a Masculine life of Integrity, Freedom & Real Authenticity.
5. The Nine Laws – By Ivan Throne
This book is Unique. Scholarly. Brutal. Inspirational. Motivational. Abstract yet Practical. Philosophically Accurate. Builds Strength.
Ivan’s Style of Expression is Refreshingly un-paralleled & Tremendously Eloquent. This was my immediate, first impression.
The punch in his Sentences is Noticeable. There’s no Escape from feeling the Emotions he wants you to feel, as you read the Text.
This book will help you Navigate the Darkness of the World with Clarity of Purpose, Firmness of Conviction, and Clarity of Vision.
Success
1. The Effective Executive – By Peter Drucker
This book is packed with Timeless, Unforgettable Insights which will never lose their Relevance.
One of the most enlightening books you will probably read.
You’ll find yourself underlying parts of every page.
A book which must be read, re-read & put into immediate Practice.
The Key Message is to Cut the Crap & Get the Right things done.
Masterpiece on Self management- authored by the Father of Management himself Dr.Peter Drucker.
2. Kindle Life – By Swami Chinmayananda
What’s the The Real Purpose of Life?
What’s Religion, What’s Spirituality?
What’s the Relation of Mind & Man
What are the Fundamentals of Living?
What is Culture?
What’s the Essence of Man?
What’s the War with the Mind? How to win it?
What’s the Higher Life?
How should one Live it?
A thorough book on Holistic, All round Self Development.
3. The Power Of Your Subconscious Mind – By Joseph Murphy
There is Magic Power in our Subconscious Minds.
Your Mental Imagery Molds your Destiny.
But how? What is the Subconscious Mind? How to unlock these Magic Powers- to SelfHeal, Develop Harmonious Relationships, Enjoy more Refreshing Sleep, Remove Fears, Banish Bad Habits & so forth.
Waste no Time. Dive into it immediately, and start Implementing AS you Read & Discover the Truths embedded in this Masterpiece.
4. Maximum Achievement – By Brian Tracy
5. Not Caring What Other People Think Is A Superpower- By Ed Latimore
Ed is an Author, Blogger, Speaker, Physics Major, a National Heavy Weight Boxing Champion, and a Chess enthusiast.
He’s a Physical, Mental & Emotional Powerhouse.
But most Importantly a Wonderful Human Being who spent his childhood in the Slums of USA.
He draws upon his own unique well of Life experiences to present Modern day, Practical wisdom for Men- in his own inimitable, easily relatable style.
For any Man looking to improve his own Existence, this book is an absolute must read.
6. Thinking For Results – By Christian Larson
7. Mastery – By Robert Greene
- “I’m talented but have no real achievement”
- “I don’t know what to do with my life. Too confused”
- “I just feel I’m wasting away my potential”
- “I don’t know, I can be much more than I am”
If you find yourself being plagued with these nagging, self defeating assertions, doubts & questions, this is a book you must make a Serious Study of- then put into immediate Practise.
It is a Step by Step Manual to becoming a Master, a ‘Genius’ at one’s Art/Craft/Field.
The bestselling author of several books, Robert Greene makes a thorough study of indisputably Great ‘Masters’ like Charles Darwin, Leonardo Da Vinci, Albert Einstein among others & delivers his findings with unparalleled clarity & Precision.
Buy the Concise Version. Cuts out the unneeded information & Effectively gets Straight to the Point.
Health
1. Beyond Training – By Ben Greenfield
- Hacking Brain Waves
- Balancing Hormones
- Detoxing your Body
- Eliminating Chronic Pain
- Improving Cognitive Function & Sleep
Nutrition, Fitness, Recovery, Brain, Lifestyle.
This literal Manual covers all the above.
It will help you Upgrade your Mental & Physical Performance- In Short, MASTER your Health.
Get the Most out of Life by doing so.
2. Bigger Leaner Stronger – By Mike Matthews
A very Sincerely & Painstakingly researched book, filled with Immaculate Knowledge clearly presented- backed by Science which cuts through the bullshit & misinformation regarding body building, weight loss industries.
Many, often flouted, bro science myths are destroyed.
The Principles of getting into Shape are covered with impressive perfection.
He also outlines the details of how to become successful not only on your Fitness Journey, but any Area of your Life.
A Complete and thorough Guide on Body Building without the use of Steroids.
3. Head Strong – By Dave Asprey
Many people think about building a better physique.
Few think about building a ‘better brain’.
A better Brain allows you to Think Better, Faster, Clear.
This means better overall Performance and a more Productive Life.
Upgrade your Brain, Upgrade your Life.
A Complete and thorough Guide on Body Building without the use of Steroids.