BOOKS THAT INSPIRE ME
I was never much of a reader—starting books only to abandon them. But since the 2024 election, like my writing, my drive to read has been renewed. I mostly listen to audiobooks, drawn to subjects that shape our world—global crises, religion, technology, politics, and the forces behind oppression and resistance. Books offer more than knowledge; they provide history, perspective, and the means to challenge power and seek truth.
In a world of disinformation, reading is an act of resistance. Here, I share books I’ve read and plan to explore. I welcome discussions, recommendations, and new perspectives—because knowledge should never be solitary.
I recently finished reading Lovely One by Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson—a book I originally bought for my daughter, who dreams of becoming a lawyer one day. I hoped it would serve as both inspiration and...
This book came to me through the recommendation of a senior friend in my community—a respected teacher whose wisdom I’ve always admired. When someone like that suggests a book, you don’t ignore it. I wasn’t...
When I began The History and Achievements of the Islamic Golden Age by Eamonn Gearon, I didn’t expect to feel such a deep sense of both awe and melancholy. Awe at the extraordinary intellectual, scientific,...
I picked up AI 2041 by Kai-Fu Lee & Chen Qiufan with high hopes. The idea of blending science fiction with deep analysis on artificial intelligence intrigued me—especially coming from Kai-Fu Lee, someone...
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