Marcus Aurelius Non Fiction Meditations – Marcus Aurelius Meditations by Marcus Aurelius is a collection of philosophical reflections on Stoicism, virtue, and self-discipline, written by the Roman emperor.
Karl Marx Non Fiction The Communist Manifesto – Karl Marx (1848) The Communist Manifesto by Karl Marx and Friedrich Engels critiques capitalism and advocates for a proletarian revolution to establish a classless society.
Solomon Northup Non Fiction Twelve Years a Slave – Solomon Northup (1853) Twelve Years a Slave by Solomon Northup recounts his abduction and years of brutal enslavement before regaining his freedom with the help of Samuel Bass.
Friedrich Nietzsche Non Fiction Beyond Good and Evil – Friedrich Nietzsche (1886) Beyond Good and Evil by Friedrich Nietzsche critiques traditional morality and challenges concepts of truth, religion, and power with bold philosophical insights.
Miyamoto Musashi Non Fiction The Book of Five Rings – Musashi Miyamoto (1645) The Book of Five Rings by Musashi Miyamoto presents samurai strategies in five elemental sections, guiding warriors in combat, discipline, and tactical mastery.
Thomas Paine Non Fiction Common Sense – Thomas Paine (1776) Common Sense by Thomas Paine is a revolutionary pamphlet arguing for American independence, challenging monarchy, and promoting self-governance in clear, persuasive language.
Mary Wollstonecraft Psychological Romance Satire A Vindication of the Rights of Woman – Mary Wollstonecraft (1792) A Vindication of the Rights of Woman by Mary Wollstonecraft argues for women's education and equality, challenging societal norms that limit female intellectual growth.
Kakuzo Okakura Non Fiction The Book of Tea – Kakuzo Okakura (1906) The Book of Tea by Kakuzo Okakura explores the philosophy and cultural significance of tea in Japan, highlighting its influence on art, aesthetics, and life.
Mark Twain Non Fiction Life on the Mississippi – Mark Twain (1883) Life on the Mississippi by Mark Twain is a memoir and travelogue capturing his experiences as a steamboat pilot, offering insights into America’s evolving landscape.
Frederick Douglass Non Fiction My Bondage and My Freedom – Frederick Douglass (1855) My Bondage and My Freedom by Frederick Douglass expands on his life as a slave and his journey to becoming a leading voice in the abolitionist movement.
