11 Books recommended by James Altucher

Jesus' Son
Stories
Author :Denis Johnson

"There was a movie about it and it's a beautiful collection of short stories about this total drug addict." - James Altucher [Source]

Fooled by Randomness
The Hidden Role of Chance in Life and in the Markets
Author :Nassim Taleb

James Altucher mentioned this book on "The Tim Ferriss Show" podcast. [Source]


A Thousand Splendid Suns
Author :Khaled Hosseini

"Excellent novel." - James Altucher [Source]

Brain Rules
12 Principles for Surviving and Thriving at Work, Home, and School
Author :John Medina

"Discusses how to keep your brain healthy." - James Altucher [Source]


The Black Swan
Incerto, Book 2
Author :Nassim Taleb

James Altucher mentioned this book on "The Tim Ferriss Show" podcast. [Source]

The Obstacle Is the Way
The Timeless Art of Turning Trials into Triumph
Author :Ryan Holiday

"My life has been beset with obstacles. It takes practice (and pain) to surmount them and achieve success. [This author]’s book is a how-to guide for just that." - James Altucher [Source]

Antifragile
Incerto, Book 3
Author :Nassim Taleb

"A very good book." - James Altucher [Source]


Freakonomics
A Rogue Economist Explores the Hidden Side of Everything
Author :Steven D. Levitt

James Altucher mentioned this book on "The Tim Ferriss Show" podcast. [Source]
FAQs
Q1: How does James Altucher pick the books he recommends?
James Altucher carefully selects books which he finds useful and which he finds himself implementing within his daily life. He also looks for books which are helpful in terms of self-improvement, business ideas, and overall financial independence.
Q2: What types of books does James Altucher recommend?
James Altucher generally recommends books on topics such as self-help, finance, business, economics, philosophy, and entrepreneurship.
Q3: How often does James Altucher recommend books?
James Altucher typically recommends books on a rolling basis usually featuring new books several times per year.
Q4: Where can I find James Altucher's recommended book list?
James Altucher's recommended book list can be found on his blog and website, as well as on his social media accounts such as Twitter and Facebook.