Personal Finance
53 books
We Were Liars
by Alex Ng
“We Were Liars” by E. Lockhart is a gripping and emotional tale of friendship, love, and tragedy. It follows Cadence Sinclair as she unravels the dark secrets and lies surrounding a life-altering accident that occurred during her fifteenth summer at her family’s idyllic private island.
Daisy Jones and The Six
by Alex Ng
“Daisy Jones & The Six” by Taylor Jenkins Reid is a captivating novel styled as an oral history, chronicling the rise and fall of a fictional ’70s rock band. It explores themes of love, ambition, and the complexities of creative collaboration, set against the backdrop of the dynamic music scene.
Thinking Fast and Slow
by Alex Ng
“Thinking, Fast and Slow” by Daniel Kahneman is a groundbreaking exploration of human psychology. It delves into how our two systems of thought – the fast, intuitive, and emotional, versus the slow, deliberate, and logical – shape our decisions, beliefs, and behaviors.
Strategy: A History
by Alex Ng
“Strategy: A History” by Lawrence Freedman is a comprehensive exploration of the evolution of strategy in various realms, from military to political and business. Freedman combines historical context with insightful analysis, providing a deep understanding of strategy’s role in shaping outcomes across different eras and fields.
Why Nation Fail
by Alex Ng
“Why Nations Fail” by Acemoglu and Robinson examines the deep-rooted factors influencing nations’ prosperity or poverty. It argues that inclusive political and economic institutions foster success, while extractive ones lead to failure, blending historical examples and economic theory to explain the divergence in global economic fortunes.
The Book Thief
by Alex Ng
In “The Book Thief” by Markus Zusak, Liesel Meminger, a young girl in Nazi Germany, discovers the transformative power of words while navigating the horrors of war, forming deep bonds, and confronting profound loss, all under the omniscient gaze of Death, the novel’s unique narrator.
Your Money or Your Life
by Alex Ng
Vicki Robin and Joe Dominguez’s transformative guide to achieving financial independence by redefining your relationship with money.
The Simple Path to Wealth
by Alex Ng
JL Collins’ clear and actionable advice for achieving financial independence through simple investing.
Cashflow Quadrant
by Alex Ng
Robert Kiyosaki’s framework for understanding different paths to income and achieving financial independence.
Think and Grow Rich
by Alex Ng
What if the secrets to wealth and success weren’t hidden in complex financial strategies, but within the power of your own mind? Napoleon Hill’s ‘Think and Grow Rich,’ first published in 1937, makes this bold claim and has since become one of the most influential personal development and self-help books of all time. Commissioned by Andrew Carnegie, one of the wealthiest men of his era, Hill spent over 20 years researching the habits, philosophies, and strategies of more than 500 successful individuals. This 5-minute summary distills Hill’s famous ’13 Steps to Riches,’ offering a glimpse into the mindset that has purportedly guided countless people towards achieving their dreams. It’s a foundational read for anyone interested in understanding the psychological underpinnings of success and how to harness their thoughts to achieve extraordinary results.
The Richest Man in Babylon
by Alex Ng
In a world of complex financial instruments and ever-changing economic landscapes, could the secrets to wealth lie in ancient parables? George S. Clason’s ‘The Richest Man in Babylon,’ first published in the 1920s, suggests just that. Through a series of captivating stories set in the prosperous ancient city of Babylon, Clason imparts timeless financial principles that are as relevant today as they were thousands of years ago. This 5-minute summary will distill the core teachings, including the ‘Seven Cures for a Lean Purse’ and the ‘Five Laws of Gold,’ offering you a simple yet profound roadmap to financial security and prosperity.
Financial Freedom
by Alex Ng
Grant Sabatier’s revolutionary guide to achieving financial independence and early retirement in record time.