Born a Crime
Trevor Noah · 2016
"His outlook transcends borders."
Spotted in 5 memoirs that inspired my own, Source Code · 2025-05-22
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Bill Gates
Co-founder of Microsoft
Co-founder of Microsoft and one of the world's best-known philanthropists. He publishes detailed book reviews and annual reading lists on his blog, GatesNotes.
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Chasing Hope
Nicholas Kristof · 2024
"His book made me think: The world would be better off with more Nick Kristofs."
Spotted in 5 memoirs that inspired my own, Source Code · 2025-05-22
"Tara beautifully captures that process of self-discovery in this unforgettable memoir."
Spotted in 5 memoirs that inspired my own, Source Code · 2025-05-22
How Not to Be Wrong
Jordan Ellenberg · 2014
"This book has tons of good stuff in it for non-mathematicians."
Spotted in Here are the 5 books Bill Gates thinks you should read this summer, 2016 · 2016-05-20
Personal History
Katharine Graham · 1997
"This thoughtful memoir is a good reminder that great leaders can come from unexpected places."
Spotted in 5 memoirs that inspired my own, Source Code · 2025-05-22
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