7 Books Every Men Should Read Before 50

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Khuraijam Roger Singh
Dec 21, 2024

The Road by Cormac McCarthy

A trip between a father and son in a post-apocalyptic world that is hauntingly beautiful. It's a poignant story about human nature, love, and survival.

Into the Wild by Jon Krakauer

Freedom, individualism, and the pursuit of meaning are explored in the true story of Chris McCandless's trek into the Alaskan Arctic.

The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald

Insights on human frailties and the drive for achievement can be gained from this timeless examination of ambition, love, and the American Dream.

The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho

A book that explores the philosophical ideas of listening to your heart and pursuing your aspirations. It's a motivational story about purpose and self-discovery.

Man's Search for Meaning by Viktor E. Frankl

This poignant story, written by a Holocaust survivor, examines the strength of purpose and mentality, even throughout the most difficult circumstances. A must-read for everyone interested in the human spirit and resilience.

The Old Man and the Sea by Ernest Hemingway

A tale of a fisherman's unrelenting battle with a marlin and his limitations serves as a metaphor for tenacity and self-respect in the face of hardship.

Meditations by Marcus Aurelius

This work, a pillar of Stoic philosophy, provides timeless insights on virtue, discipline, and fortitude. It offers direction on how to live a morally upright and purposeful existence.

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