The best way to keep your brain working during holidays is by reading. We have compiled a list of books and novels for every taste so you can have fun this summer. Check them out below!
Blink: The Power of Thinking Without Thinking by Malcolm Gladwell
This non-fiction book presents behavioral economics and psychology research on issues regarding adaptive unconscious. In other words, it talks about our ability to make judgement calls on little information. A great read for those looking for something factual and related to psychology.
2. Wuthering Heights by Emily Bronte
This classic novel is for all you fans of gothic romance.
3. Nudge by Richard Thaler and Cass Sunstein
This non-fiction book is written by an economist and a law professor. It is a classic for those interested in learning about behavioral economics and “nudges” that go unseen in our everyday lives.
4. The Haunting of Hill House by Shirley Jackson
This horror classic served as an inspiration for the Netflix series. It is also considered one of the best literary ghost stories published during the 20th century!
5. Emma by Jane Austen
Although most people are familiar with Austen’s Pride and Prejudice, this is another classic novel about misconstrued romance.
6. Notes on a Scandal by Zoe Heller
This is a disquieting novel about a female teacher who has an affair with one of her students. A fast-paced and scandalous read!
7. All the Light we Cannot See by Anthony Doer
This Pulitzer-winning novel takes place in France during WW2. It is centered on a blind French girl who crosses paths with a German boy.
8. Give and Take: Why Helping Others Drives Our Success by Adam Grant
An amazing non-fiction book that displays Wharton Professor Adam Grant’s pioneering research on success.
9. Becoming by Michelle Obama
Best-selling memoir of former United States First Lady Michelle Obama published in 2018