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 chose to read Being Jewish After the Destruction of Gaza because I wanted to understand how a prominent Jewish thinker like Peter Beinart processes the moral and emotional weight of what Israel has done...
After reading Sapiens and Homo Deus, I was eager to explore Yuval Noah Harari’s Nexus. Harari has a unique way of blending history, philosophy, and future speculation into thought-provoking narratives....
Having read several books on the history of Israel and Palestine, I can confidently say that The Lemon Tree by Sandy Tolan stands out as the most compelling and deeply human narrative. Unlike other historical...
I just finished reading The Israel Lobby and U.S. Foreign Policy by John Mearsheimer, a professor at the University of Chicago, and Stephen Walt, a professor at Harvard University. At nearly 500 pages,...
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