Kokoro

Natsume Sōseki | 1914

My personal favorite. An absolute must-read that dives into the internal struggle between friendship and egoism.

Don Quixote

Miguel de Cervantes | 1797

One of those books that teaches how comparison is the thief of joy. I recommend reading the shortened version first.

The Great Divorce

C.S Lewis | 1945

The book dives into the concepts of Heaven and Hell, providing a unique perspective and inspiring hope.

Demian

Hermann Hesse | 1919

The book is often analyzed as a story of the shedding of innocence and self-acceptance. Contrarily, this book taught me the value of innocence and purity.

The The Elements of Typographic Style

Robert Bringhurst | 1992

By far, studying typography has taught me the most about design. This book has been my greatest resource in learning design.

The Alchemist

Paulo Coelho | 1988

My favorite book growing up. The book explores the importance of the journey over the destination.