Books Recommended by Tim Ferriss
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High Fidelity
Nick Hornby
Source: "After his girlfriend leaves him for another man, Rob embarks on a journey of self-discovery and evaluation by contacting ex-girlfriends to see what went wrong in each relationship." - Tim Ferriss
2 recommendersThe Art of Asking
How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Let People Help
Amanda Palmer
Source: "I was so inspired by the book that I put it down to start asking people around me for all of the help that I'd been too ashamed or embarrassed to ask for." - Tim Ferriss
1 recommenderDon't Shoot the Dog!
The New Art of Teaching and Training
Karen Pryor
Source: "There are principles in this that you can take away, even if you have no interest in training a dog, having a dog, or dogs in general." - Tim Ferriss
2 recommendersDune (6 books)
Frank Herbert
Source: "Perhaps the most incredibly detailed and oddly believable fictional landscape I’ve ever encountered." - Tim Ferriss
Awareness
The Perils and Opportunities of Reality
Anthony De Mello
Source: "When I feel myself bleeding into overwhelm or feeling scattered, this is one of the first break-glass-in-case-of-emergency steps that I take." - Tim Ferriss
4 recommendersEnder's Game
Ender Saga, Book 1
Orson Scott Card
Source: "Through Ender’s journey, you’ll learn how to capitalize on your strengths and those of your teammates, as well as exploit your adversaries’ weaknesses." - Tim Ferriss
3 recommendersThe Artist's Way
Morning Pages Journal
Julia Cameron
Source: "Nearly every morning, I sit down with a hot cocktail of turmeric, ginger, pu-erh tea, and green tea. Next, I crack open [this book]." - Tim Ferriss
3 recommendersThe Obstacle Is the Way
The Timeless Art of Turning Trials into Triumph
Ryan Holiday
Source: "It has helped me to turn problems upside-down, become the calm within the storm, and even uncover unique opportunities." - Tim Ferriss
Principles
Life and Work
Ray Dalio
Source: "I highly, highly recommend this book. It has already changed how I think about making decisions in my life and in my business." - Tim Ferriss
25 recommendersArianna HuffingtonBen GreenfieldBill GatesBryan JohnsonDiddyDoug McMillonDrew HoustonDustin MoskovitzGary VaynerchukHoward MarksJack DorseyKevin SystromLex FridmanMarc BenioffMark CubanMichael BloombergNaval RavikantReed HastingsTim FerrissTony RobbinsAusten AllredPatrick O'ShaughnessyTom BilyeuMarty CaganJames ClearMusashi
An Epic Novel of the Samurai Era
Eiji Yoshikawa
Source: "Teaches you about critical thinking, strategizing, and ultimately, that there is more to life than merely surviving." - Tim Ferriss
3 recommendersBiography of the Dollar
How the Mighty Buck Conquered the World and Why It's Under Siege
Craig Karmin
Source: "After 50 pages, I was able to hold my own discussing currency trading with a vice president at JP Morgan Chase." - Tim Ferriss
1 recommenderThe Moth Presents All These Wonders
True Stories About Facing the Unknown
Catherine Burns
Source: "Reading one short (2–5-page) story over tea or coffee in the morning is a nice jumpstart to the day." - Tim Ferriss
1 recommenderLeaving Microsoft to Change the World
An Entrepreneur's Odyssey to Educate the World's Children
John Wood
Source: "If you ever wonder what you can do to really change the world [...] this is a book you need to read." - Tim Ferriss
1 recommenderRework
David “DHH” Heinemeier Hansson
Source: "I encourage people to think of as an 'Elements of Style' for building profitable businesses in a web-savvy world." - Tim Ferriss
Save The Cat!
The Last Book on Screenwriting You'll Ever Need
Blake Snyder
Source: "A very helpful book as a starting point when thinking of screenwriting and also calls me on my own bullshit." - Tim Ferriss
The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy
Douglas Adams
Source: "If 'Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas' and 'Star Wars' had a love-child, it would read something like this." - Tim Ferriss
On Writing Well
An Informal Guide to Writing Nonfiction
William Zinsser
Source: "I have read this book more than a dozen times, more often for thinking than for writing." - Tim Ferriss
4 recommendersGetting Real
The Smarter, Faster, Easier Way to Build a Successful Web Application
37signals
Source: "It does have a software focus, but all of it can be applied to entrepreneurs in general." - Tim Ferriss
1 recommenderPlay It Away
A Workaholic's Cure for Anxiety
Charlie Hoehn
Source: "For all Type-A driven readers — especially those who struggle with the shut-off switch — this one is for you." - Tim Ferriss
3 recommendersIn Other Words
The Science And Psychology Of Second-language Acquisition
Ellen Bialystok
Source: "Adults can learn languages much faster than children83 when constant 9–5 work is removed." - Tim Ferriss
1 recommender
FAQ
Can I find a free trial of a book recommended by Tim on Amazon?
Yes. Some of Tim Ferriss's recommended books are available through the Amazon Kindle Unlimited program, which offers a free trial. You can read or listen to many books Tim Ferriss has recommended during the trial period.
In what publication language are most of the book recommendations by Tim available?
The books top recommendations by Tim Ferriss are primarily available in English. However, some have been translated into other languages too.
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Yes, you can often find books recommended by Tim Ferriss on sale on various platforms. One popular platform is Amazon, where you can filter search results by sale items.
Who are the publishers of the books recommended by Tim?
The publishers vary as Tim Ferriss's book recommendations span a wide array of genres and subjects, all with important main points that contribute to a well-rounded life. Each title read may have a different publisher.
What are some of the top nonfiction books recommended by Tim?
Tim Ferriss recommends a diverse range of nonfiction books. Some top recommendations include "Tools of Titans," "The 4-Hour Workweek," and "Tribe of Mentors." He also suggests "The Psychedelic Explorer's Guide," which discusses psychedelics and their potential impact on life and work.
What is the average rating of books recommended by Tim on Amazon?
Most of the books Tim Ferriss recommends on Amazon have high ratings, usually 4 stars or above. The rating indicates the impact these books have had on readers.
Does Tim recommend any books that are available to listen to?
Yes. Many of the books Tim Ferriss recommends are available in audiobook format. You can find them on platforms like Audible or the Blinkist app, which condenses the main points of a book into a 15-minute listen.
Do any of the books recommended by Tim Ferriss discuss psychedelics?
Yes, on the list of books recommended by Tim Ferriss, there is a book titled "The Psychedelic Explorer's Guide." This book discusses the use of psychedelics in a controlled, safe, and beneficial manner.
How frequently does Tim Ferriss update his book recommendations?
As a venture capitalist, media personality, investor, journalist, and personality model, Tim Ferriss is a voracious reader who frequently updates his book recommendations. You can expect a new list of book recommendations from him at least once a week.
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