My 2020 Reading List: Non-Fiction Books

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What non-fiction books have you been wanting to read this year? What topics are you interested in and why?I'm always looking to expand my knowledge and gain new perspectives, so I'm always looking for new books to read. This year, I'm particularly interested in books on history, philosophy, and science. I'm hoping to gain a better understanding of the world around me and how it has shaped our lives.I'm also interested in learning more about personal development and self-improvement. I'm curious to know what others are reading for these topics and why they find them interesting.

Bluegorilla

2020 is turning out to be a great year for reading! Here are my top picks for non-fiction books:

Becoming by Michelle Obama – a powerful, inspiring, and deeply personal account of the former First Lady’s life and her rise to the highest office in the land.
Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind by Yuval Noah Harari – a sweeping and comprehensive look at the development of human civilization, from the evolution of our distant ancestors to the world we inhabit today.
Fire and Fury: Inside the Trump White House by Michael Wolff – darkly funny and surprisingly detailed look at the inner workings of the current US presidency.
The Soul of America: The Battle for Our Better Angels by Jon Meacham – an insightful and hopeful look at how past leaders have confronted some of our toughest challenges with courage and faith in the values of democracy.
Range: Why Generalists Triumph in a Specialized World by David Epstein – a compelling argument that being a “generalist” is the key to success in a rapidly changing and complex world.
The Splendid and the Vile: A Saga of Churchill, Family, and Defiance During the Blitz by Erik Larson – a unique and enthralling look into how Winston Churchill’s strength and leadership was tested by the trials of World War II.
The Clean Coder: A Code of Conduct for Professional Programmers by Robert C. Martin – a must-read for software developers and engineers that offers insight into the ethical and professional responsibilities of being a software engineer.
Bad Blood: Secrets and Lies in a Silicon Valley Startup by John Carreyrou – a shocking expose of how the “unicorn” startup Theranos misled investors, regulators, and its own employees about their revolutionary technology for medical testing.

Slawomir421

My 2020 reading list for non-fiction books is shaping up to be quite ambitious. Here are my top picks for this year:

Sorry I'm Late, I Didn't Want to Come: One Introvert's Year of Saying Yes by Jessica Pan. This memoir follows Pan's journey as an introvert and her endless attempts to navigate an extroverted world. I'm looking forward to see a different perspective and learning how to embrace the introverted side of myself.
The Moment of Lift: How Empowering Women Changes the World by Melinda Gates. I've been an avid reader of social and political movements and Gates’ book gives me an insight into understanding and tackling the problems regarding women's rights, health and financial opportunities.
The Power of Now: A Guide to Spiritual Enlightenment by Eckhart Tolle. I'm always on the move and sometimes I forget to take a step back, relax and live in the present. Tolle's teachings in this book provide a useful tool for achieving a sense of peace during moments of stress and unease.
White Fragility: Why It's So Hard for White People to Talk About Racism by Robin DiAngelo. DiAngelo covers the complexities of race and ethnicity in this book, examining how racism is present in our society and how to work together towards a more equitable society.
The Splendid and the Vile: A Saga of Churchill, Family, and Defiance During the Blitz by Erik Larson. A historical account of Winston Churchill's life during World War II, this book celebrates his courage and determination during some of the darkest days of the century.

I'm planning to take my time to read through every one of these books this year!