Top 10 Books To Spark Your Curiosity

Curious books

Curiosity is a wonderful trait that can drive us to explore the unknown and expand our understanding of the world. At CuriousMatrix.com we like to explore curiosity in many different ways. Today we’d like to bring you best books that cater your curiosity.

Best Curious Books

  1. Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind” by Yuval Noah Harari: This book offers a captivating exploration of the history and evolution of our species, covering topics like anthropology, biology, and sociology.
  2. The Gene: An Intimate History” by Siddhartha Mukherjee: This enlightening book delves into the history and impact of genetics on humanity, providing a thought-provoking journey through the world of genes and their significance.
  3. The Emperor of All Maladies: A Biography of Cancer” by Siddhartha Mukherjee: Mukherjee’s Pulitzer Prize-winning book is a comprehensive and engaging exploration of the history, science, and treatment of cancer, blending medical research with personal narratives.
  4. Thinking, Fast and Slow” by Daniel Kahneman: Nobel laureate Daniel Kahneman takes readers on a tour of the mind, exploring the two systems of thinking that shape our judgments and decisions. It provides insights into human behavior and the quirks of our thought processes.
  5. The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks” by Rebecca Skloot: This non-fiction book tells the fascinating story of Henrietta Lacks, whose cells were taken without her consent and became instrumental in medical advancements. It raises important ethical questions about medical research and ownership.
  6. The Power of Now: A Guide to Spiritual Enlightenment” by Eckhart Tolle: This thought-provoking book explores the concept of living in the present moment and finding inner peace. It encourages readers to reflect on their consciousness and the nature of reality.
  7. The Man Who Knew Infinity: A Life of the Genius Ramanujan” by Robert Kanigel: This biography chronicles the life of the self-taught Indian mathematician Srinivasa Ramanujan. It offers a glimpse into the world of mathematics and the brilliance of a mind that transformed the field.
  8. The Elegant Universe: Superstrings, Hidden Dimensions, and the Quest for the Ultimate Theory” by Brian Greene: This book explores the fascinating world of theoretical physics and the quest for a unified theory of the universe. Greene explains complex concepts in a manner that makes them accessible to curious readers.
  9. The Righteous Mind: Why Good People Are Divided by Politics and Religion” by Jonathan Haidt: Haidt explores the moral foundations of our beliefs and the psychology behind our political and religious divisions. It provides insights into the way different people perceive the world.
  10. The Brain that Changes Itself: Stories of Personal Triumph from the Frontiers of Brain Science” by Norman Doidge: This book presents a compelling exploration of neuroplasticity—the brain’s ability to reorganize itself. It showcases inspiring stories of individuals who have overcome challenges through brain plasticity.

Bonus: “Curious Matrix: Questions I always wanted to ask” by Domagoj Pernar : Curiosity is all around us. You just need to explore it. This book is doing exactly that – exploring various questions and hypothesizes about past, present and future world and society we’re living in.

Remember, curiosity knows no bounds, and these books are just a starting point. Those books will for sure spark your curiosity in every single way, open the curious world of knowledge.


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