Summer is the perfect season to bask in the sun and get lost in captivating books. Whether you’re lounging on the beach or enjoying a quiet staycation, here are 5 must-read books to make your summer vacation even more enjoyable.
A Promised Land
A riveting, deeply personal account of history in the making—from the president who inspired us to believe in the power of democracy In the stirring, highly anticipated first volume of his presidential memoirs, Barack Obama tells the story of his improbable odyssey from young man searching for his identity to leader of the free world, describing in strikingly personal detail both his political education and the landmark moments of the…
Generations
Professor of psychology and “reigning expert on generational change” (Lisa Wade, PhD, author of American Hookup), Jean Twenge does a deep dive into a treasure trove of long-running, government-funded surveys and databases to answer these questions. Are we truly defined by major historical events, such as the Great Depression for the Silents and September 11 for Millennials? Or, as Twenge argues, is it the rapid evolution of technology that differentiates…
Ikigai
According to the Japanese, everyone has an ikigai—a reason for living. And according to the residents of the Japanese village with the world’s longest-living people, finding it is the key to a happier and longer life. Having a strong sense of ikigai—where what you love, what you’re good at, what you can get paid for, and what the world needs all overlap—means that each day is infused with meaning. It’s…
It Didn’t Start with You
How Inherited Family Trauma Shapes Who We Are and How to End the Cycle Depression. Anxiety. Chronic Pain. Phobias. Obsessive thoughts. The evidence is compelling: the roots of these difficulties may not reside in our immediate life experience or in chemical imbalances in our brains—but in the lives of our parents, grandparents, and even great-grandparents. The latest scientific research, now making headlines, supports what many have long intuited—that traumatic experience…
Prequel: An American Fight Against Fascism
Rachel Maddow traces the fight to preserve American democracy back to World War II, when a handful of committed public servants and brave private citizens thwarted far-right plotters trying to steer our nation toward an alliance with the Nazis.
So, whether you’re seeking inspiration, suspense, self-discovery, or a glimpse into history, these five books are your perfect companions for a memorable summer vacation. Grab your favorite, find a cozy spot, and let the pages transport you to new worlds and ideas.
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These book recommendations are spot-on! I’ve read “A Promised Land” and “Generations,” and they’re perfect companions for a summer getaway. Can’t wait to dive into the other three. Thanks for the great suggestions!
Your selection is fantastic. I’ve been searching for the perfect books to take on my vacation, and these recommendations cover a wide range of genres. I’m excited to start my summer reading journey!
I always struggle to choose books for my summer vacation, but your post made it easy. I’ve added all five to my reading list. Thanks for making my vacation reading so enjoyable and stress-free!