Three books made up my October reading list spanning the categories including the American Revolution, Finance and Investing, and Energy. Franklin and Washington: A Founding Partnership, Going Infinite: The Rise and Fall of a New Tycoon, and The Carbon Almanac: It’s Not Too Late all cut this month. All three books helped to build upon my knowledge about topics that are of interest to me like the American Revolution.
In terms of my favorite book from my October reading list, it is hard to beat the storytelling in Going Infinite: The Rise and Fall of a New Tycoon. Just wow! I am biased in that Michael Lewis is one of my favorite authors. His books pull me in no matter what the story is about. That happened again Going Infinite: The Rise and Fall of a New Tycoon. Do yourself a favor and read this book. Now, it is time to dive into the October reading list. For all the books I have read this year, check out my reading lists [HERE].
Franklin and Washington: A Founding Partnership
In “Franklin and Washington: A Founding Partnership,” author Edward Larson explores the three-decade relationship between two founding fathers Benjamin Franklin and George Washington, both of whom I love reading about. Franklin, an abolitionist from Massachusetts who spent most of his time in Pennsylvania, and Washington, a slave-owning general from Virginia, were one of the main reasons why the US gained its independence and formed a new nation. While the two didn’t always see eye-to-eye on key issues, they found a way to work together. What a novel concept…For more books on Washington and Franklin, check out The Strategy of Victory: How General George Washington Won the American Revolution, Washington’s Crossing, You Never Forget Your First: A Biography of George Washington, George Washington’s Secret Six: The Spy Ring That Saved the American Revolution, Washington: A Life, and Benjamin Franklin: An American Life.
Going Infinite: The Rise and Fall of a New Tycoon
“Going Infinite: The Rise and Fall of a New Tycoon” by Michael Lewis is a captivating exploration of Sam Bankman-Fried, the world’s youngest billionaire and a prominent figure in the world of cryptocurrency. Lewis delves into the enigmatic persona of Bankman-Fried as he does with all of the main characters in his books, a seemingly unassuming individual often seen in cargo shorts and mismatched socks, who rapidly ascended to the Forbes billionaire list. Through this narrative, the book unravels the world of high-frequency trading, cryptocurrencies, philanthropy, financial instability, and the legal system. Prepared to be amazed and confused all at the same time.
The Carbon Almanac: It’s Not Too Late
Seth Godin brought the book “The Carbon Almanac: It’s Not Too Late” to my attention on his recent podcast with Tim Ferriss. The book is written by a collaboration of contributors and tackles climate change by focusing on facts and calls to action. One of the goals of the book is to provide a path to a solution by using data. The book uses visual elements like cartoons, quotes, illustrations, and tables to explain the impacts carbon emissions are having on our food system, oceans, agriculture, energy sources, biodiversity, extreme weather events, the economy, and our health.
