Sarah Thornton explores the high-stakes, eccentric world of contemporary art, examining the drama of auctions, the draw of exclusive fairs, and the power struggles in studios and institutions that determine taste and fortune.
Daniel Gilbert explains why people are bad at predicting what will make them happy, exposing the mental errors that trip us up when imagining our future.
Hafid, a camel boy, spends ten months uncovering ancient scroll secrets, transforming from poverty to great success and showing that the best salesman masters himself.
Neuroscience shows that our best decisions come from a complex mix of emotion and reason, offering practical ways to use this understanding in everything from choosing a home to investing.
In an era where the internet creates countless new communities, Seth Godin encourages you to lead and inspire the passion that will unite your unique group.
Jordan Belfort's memoir is a wild ride through the decadent 90s, where an insatiable appetite for wealth, drugs, and debauchery propelled him from selling Italian ices to orchestrating a multi-million dollar stock fraud empire, only to see it all spectacularly collapse.
Conquer the paralysis of fear and transform your life by embracing a 10-step positive thinking process, turning every decision into a 'no-lose' situation, and risking a little more each day.
Naomi Klein exposes how global brands exploit culture and labor, sparking a new generation of activists to reclaim public space and meaning from corporate dominance.
Robert Greene's book explores the universal path to mastery, showing how anyone can develop their passion into skill and influence by debunking myths about genius.
Success is not about never giving up, but knowing when to quit the wrong things so you can focus on conquering the right challenges and achieve excellence.
From the hard streets of San Francisco, where he and his toddler son were homeless, Chris Gardner's strong spirit made a way to Wall Street, ending a family pattern of abandonment and showing what the American Dream can be.
David Brooks examines how historical figures built inner character through humility, struggle, and self-restraint, offering a guide to a more meaningful life.
