Best Biography Books
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Tuesdays with Morrie by Mitch Albom
Society is becoming increasingly narcissistic and, as a result, miserable. Many people seem out of touch with what it means to live a purposeful, meaningful, and happy life.
If you’re going through an existential crisis, struggling to find meaning, or have the job and the money but still feel miserable, Tuesdays with Morrie might offer some clarity.
This book tells the story of Mitch, an aspiring musician who abandons his dreams to chase a job and material possessions, only to end up unhappy. At the same time, he learns that an old professor he was fond of, Morrie Schwartz, is dying from a degenerative disease.
Morrie has an incredible outlook on life and has lived happily despite his circumstances. Mitch reconnects with him to learn how to live a meaningful life.
The book touches on several key concepts for a fulfilling life:
- Emotional expression and vulnerability: Being open and honest about your emotions.
- Avoiding materialism: Understanding that possessions won’t make you happy.
- Following your passions: Pursuing what truly excites and fulfills you.
- Fostering human connections: Prioritizing deep, meaningful, and loving relationships.
If you’re struggling to find meaning in life, this is one of the best biography books.
"Che Guevara: A Revolutionary Life" by Jon Lee Anderson
Che Guevara is a very extreme historical figure. Most people only really know him from his iconic headshot. This book, Che Guevara: A Revolutionary Life by Jon Lee Anderson, extensively details Che’s life from birth to death. It covers his radicalization into communism and Leninism, as well as the story of the Cuban Revolution.
The Cuban Revolution alone is an incredible story—how Che met Fidel, the insane boat ride from Mexico to Cuba, the intense jungle conflict, and ultimately overthrowing the government.
Politics and ideology aside, he was a very unhinged and extreme individual who caused a lot of damage, which I obviously wouldn’t condone. However, purely from a psychological and sociological standpoint, it’s a fascinating story of a man so committed to his beliefs that he was willing to die for them—and he did.