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The Books I Read in 2020
And why they were important.
Last year, I probably read more in a year than I’ve read collectively in several previous years. I guess that’s one silver lining of shutdowns. I also made it a point to write more on my blogs. I wrote several tidbits about many of the books I read last year. I didn’t write anything about Stephen Covey’s “7 Habits of Highly Effective People” or Malcolm Gladwell’s “David and Goliath” and “Outliers.” But for the rest, here is a list with my commentaries on them. For more of my perspective on the books that interest you, click the titles.
Man’s Search For Meaning — Viktor Frankl
Easily one of the most life-altering books I’ve ever read. Frankl’s experience in the concentration camps of WWII allow him to offer an insight into humanity we often miss.
The Tipping Point — Malcolm Gladwell
At which point does a relative obscurity take off and become a cultural icon? That’s one question Gladwell attempts to answer in his book. I was particularly fond of his ideas on how environment shapes our lives.
Blink — Malcolm Gladwell
Gladwell discusses how we make snap decisions and quick judgments about people or things. He also covers how our mind works…
