Books That Resonate

A selection of books that have sparked ideas, challenged perspectives, and fueled my curiosity. Here, I share key takeaways, reflections, and recommendations.

The Philosophy of Walking - Frédéric Gros

Walking is not a sport. Sport is a matter of techniques and rules, while walking is the simplest act of freedom.

A person walking alone on a quiet forest trail, immersed in thought, surrounded by towering trees.
A person walking alone on a quiet forest trail, immersed in thought, surrounded by towering trees.
Walden – Henry David Thoreau

A peaceful lakeside cabin in the middle of the woods, reflecting a life of solitude and simplicity.

A peaceful lakeside cabin in the middle of the woods, reflecting a life of solitude and simplicity.
A peaceful lakeside cabin in the middle of the woods, reflecting a life of solitude and simplicity.
The Right to Heresy – Stefan Zweig

An old, worn book with handwritten notes, symbolizing intellectual rebellion and the pursuit of truth.

 An old, worn book with handwritten notes, symbolizing intellectual rebellion and the pursuit of tru
 An old, worn book with handwritten notes, symbolizing intellectual rebellion and the pursuit of tru
Misreadings – Umberto Eco

A stack of books with scribbled annotations, representing the playful and critical interpretation of literature.

A stack of books with scribbled annotations, representing the playful and critical interpretation of
A stack of books with scribbled annotations, representing the playful and critical interpretation of
Fahrenheit 451 – Ray Bradbury

We need not to be let alone. We need to be really bothered once in a while. How long is it since you were really bothered? About something important, about something real?

A burning book in the dark, symbolizing censorship, lost knowledge, and the power of ideas.
A burning book in the dark, symbolizing censorship, lost knowledge, and the power of ideas.
The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People – Stephen R. Covey

The key is not to prioritize what’s on your schedule, but to schedule your priorities.

A structured planner and a cup of coffee on a desk, representing productivity and intentional living
A structured planner and a cup of coffee on a desk, representing productivity and intentional living
Walking – Erling Kagge

To walk is to experience the world at a human pace, to slow down and reconnect with your thoughts, with nature, and with yourself.

A solitary figure walking on an empty road at sunrise, capturing the essence of mindfulness and expl
A solitary figure walking on an empty road at sunrise, capturing the essence of mindfulness and expl