New on my Kindle | August 2026
Good Books I am Reading
10 good books now on my Kindle.
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Streetwise: Getting to and Through Goldman Sachs  | Lloyd Blankfein
From early days in Brooklyn public housing to the head of Goldman Sachs, Lloyd Blankfeinâs life and career trajectory is inspiration for education, social mobility, and strategic leadership at times of uncertainty and disruption.
1873: The Rothschilds, the First Great Depression, and the Making of the Modern World | Liaquat Ahamed
A magnificent account of the 1873 crash and Rothschild empire that forged modern global finance. A must-read for history buffs, investors, and anyone trying to make sense of global market cycles and today's AI boom. đđ
How to Rule the World: An Education in Power at Stanford University  | Theo Baker
From Theo Baker, winner of the George Polk Award for his investigation that brought down Stanford's president, comes a revelatory and gripping account of Silicon Valley hubris. An instant NYT Bestseller and consensus Best Book of the Year (so far).
The Last Kings of Hollywood: Coppola, Lucas, Spielbergâand the Battle for the Soul of American Cinema | Paul Fischer
The untold story of three friends and visionariesâFrancis Ford Coppola, George Lucas, and Steven Spielbergâwho revolutionized American cinema and transformed Hollywood with their bold, high-stakes bets on The Godfather, Star Wars, and Jaws.
Relentless: From Good to Great to Unstoppable  | Tim S. Grover
Direct, blunt, and brutally honest, a legendary trainer reveals the relentless mindset of Michael Jordan, Kobe Bryant and other champions he coaches. Whether you agree or disagree, this is an essential read to understand the price, cost, and commitment required to win more than one championship.
Frog and Other Essays | Anne Fadiman
A new collection of essays from one of Americaâs best nonfiction writers. Exploring diverse subjects from a childhood pet frog to polar expeditions, Anne Fadiman's seven witty essays chronicle the world as it changes each day in ways small and large.
Vigil: A Novel | George Saunders
After his spectacular Lincoln in the Bardo, Saunders returns with a new novel some consider more riveting than the last. This #1 NYT best seller explores the twilight hours of an oil tycoon as he is ferried by ghosts from this world to the next.
Everything Was Beautiful and Nothing Hurt: A Novel | Ben Reeves
How do we find warmth and light in life's final moments? A quiet, moving read that explores death, legacy, and unexpected human connections that make life worth living. đâ¨Â
Zen Mind, Beginner's Mind: 50th Anniversary Edition | Sunryu Suzuki
Informal talks on meditation and practice from the Japanese monk who popularized understanding of Zen Buddhism in the West. A timeless classic that teaches how quieting intellect and expertise enables deeper awareness, presence, and new possibilities.
Be Free Where You Are | Thich Nhat Hanh
Based on a talk given at a state prison, this short guide teaches us how to meditate and find inner freedom especially when we are restricted or restrained.Â
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