1. The Autobiography Of A Yogi
About the book : The autobiography of a yogi
The life story of paramhansa yogananda an Indian monk yogi and guru, his spiritual legacy has transcended a century transforming the lives of millions around the world. He was born in 1893 in India, he came to America at the age of 27 with the mission of hope to reintroduce people to the power of yoga for inner transformation his contribution earned him the title of the father of yoga in the west .This book is specifically a phenomenon on it’s own. More than 4 million copies have been sold worldwide and counting .
2. Steve Jobs
About the book : Steve jobs written by Walter Issacson
The book covers jobs’s adoption , his interest in zen budddhism and his early fores in top technology with steve washback. The author then takes you through the roller coaster journey of apple’s success starting from it’s humble beginning in a garage to becoming a tech giant. The book talks about the pivotal moments in apple’s history , the game changing products like the i pod i phone and i pad.
3. Elon Musk Tesla , Space x And The Quest For A Fantastic Future
About the book : Elon musk tesla , space x and the quest for a fantastic future written by Ashlee Vance
This book gives insights on his early life and ambitions with a detailed account of musk’s childhood in South Africa, his passion for technology and his ambitious goals. The book shows how musk’s early experience and curiosity fueled his relentless strive to change the world but also some lesser known aspects of his life. Pay pal, Tesla , and Space x , this book delves into musk’s numerous ventures staring with the founding of zip 2 and the sale of pay pal. It follows his ambitious pursuits in creating tesla and space x. The book covers the near collapse of tesla and space x and how musk ‘s determination and personal investment help to save both companies from the brink of failure. the biography also offers a glimpse into musk’s personal life his relationships and sacrifices he made in pursuit of his dreams.
4. Shoe Dog
About the book : Shoe dog a memoir by the creator of Nike written by Phil Knight
This book offers a candid and personal view of the rise of the world’s most iconic brand Nike “of course ! The book starts with knights humble beginnings , detailing his passion for running and the crazy idea of importing high quality running shoes from Japan. Knight then takes the reader to Nike’s incredible journey from it’s early struggles to says as global sports ware powerhouse. The book explores the development of the iconic swoosh logo , the company’s ground breaking marketing strategy and it’s expansion in various sports markets around the world .
5. Titan
About the book : Titan the life of John D. Rockefeller ,Sr. written by Ron Chernow
This book is gripping in depth biography that transports you in to a world of a true American legend , it’s the story of “the oil tycoon” who forever changed the face of American industry and became the world’s first billionaire . The masterful storytelling unravels the intricate tapestry of rockerfeller’s life revealing the man behind the immense fortune . Born into modest circumstances , he displayed an unwavering determination that catapulted him to the pinnacle of the business world as founder of standard oil. He pioneered innovations in the oil industry & ruthlessly crushed his competitions .
6. My Life And Work
About the book : My life and work , the autobiography of henry ford written by Henry Ford
This book is an inspiring auto bio written by legendary industrialist and pioneer of automobile industry Henry ford . Published in 1922 the book offers a glimpse into ford’s life his unique business philosophy , and his vision for the future . He was a strong believer in the power of efficiency and the importance of continually improving production processes , he revolutionized the automobile industry by introducing the assembly line which significantly reduced production time and costs for making cars more affordable for the masses. The model T ford’s most famous car became an icon for its affordibility and practicality .
7. The First Tycoon
About the book : The first tycoon the epic life of Cornelius Vanderbilt written by T.J. Stiles
This is the most riveting and well researched biography of Cornelius Vanderbilt , one of the most powerful and influential businessman in American history . The book chronicles the remarkable journey of Vanderbilt , who built his empire through shrewd business tactics . relentless ambition and innovative approaches to transportation . He was the wealthiest man in the united states at the time of his death in 1877, having amassed his fortune through investments in steamboats , railroads and other industries innovation . Starting with steam boats he understood the potential of this new technology. Then shifted his focus to railroads as they emerged as the dominant mode of transportation. By staying ahead of the curve and adapting to new oppurtunities , he was able to maintain a competitive edge in the business world .
8. Alibaba The House That Jack Ma Built
About the book : Alibaba the house that Jack Ma built written by Duncan Clark
Jack Ma built China’s leading e-commerce giant Alibaba . The book takes readers to the humble beginnings trials and triumphs of Jack Ma as he built a company that forever changed the landscape of global e commerce and became a symbol of entrepreneurial success . The book is an exciting and captivating story of an underdog who rose to prominence defying all odds to become one of the most influential entrepreneurs . There were many challenge he faced along the way.
9. The Autobiography Of Andrew Carnegie
About the book : The autobiography of Andrew Carnegie written by Andrew Carnegie
The book written by himself it offers some intimate glimpse into his mind. The man who rose from humble beginnings in Scotland to become the embodiment of the American dream . The book takes readers on a journey from his early year as a poor immigrant arriving in the United States through his hard work , determination an shrewd business acumen , that allowed him to amass vast fortune in the steel industry . As the tale unfolds readers will discover the pivotal moments , key decisions and powerful insights that shaped his life and legacy . His profound belief in the power of education , self improvement and philanthrophy . The book highlights his unwavering commitment to giving back to society including his ground breaking efforts to create and fund public libraries , educational institutions and various other causes aimed at uplifting the less fortunate .
10.Walt Disney
About the book : Walt Disney the triumph of the American imagination written by Neal Gabler
The story is behind the man who created our childhood favourite cartoons , there are very few people who had a more interesting story than Walt Disney . Gabler’s book delves into the incredible story of his life , starting from his humble beginnings as a cartoonist and animator to his transformation as a multimedia visionary and entertainment mogul . Throughout his meticulous research and interviews with Disney’s colleagues , friends and family gaper paints a vivid portrait of the man behind it . The book covers his early years in misery & his struggles as an entrepreneur creating the iconic characters like mickey mouse and donald duck. The opening of Disney land and the many challenges and triumphs that came on the way . Gabbler also dives into Disney’s personal life including his relations with his wife and children and his complex personality .