Reading Lists

2023 Great Leaders Reading List

In celebration of National Book Month, we present a curated reading list that delves into the literary preferences of some of the world’s most renowned and influential leaders, including Jeff Bezos, Elon Musk, Bill Gates, Simon Sinek, Warren Buffet, and others. These visionary minds have not only shaped industries but have also harnessed the power of reading to fuel their intellectual growth and leadership acumen.

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2023 Emotional Wellness Month Reading List

In the demanding world of military service, where challenges often test the limits of both physical and mental endurance, emotional wellness stands as a pillar of strength and resilience. Emotional wellness is the capacity to effectively navigate life’s stresses, adapt to change, and confront the most trying of circumstances.

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2023 National Hispanic Heritage Month Reading List

In an ever-evolving world where diversity and inclusivity take center stage, it is imperative for military professionals to expand their horizons and understand the remarkable stories and accomplishments of individuals from various backgrounds. The Hispanic-American community has significantly contributed to the tapestry of American history, demonstrating unwavering dedication, resilience, and leadership across a spectrum of endeavors.

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Military Book Reviews

White Sun War: The Campaign for Taiwan

Ryan ensures the readers do not lose the human factors. Friction, uncertainty, fear, and exhaustion beguile the characters on the ground throughout the campaign. The taxes these characteristics impose on each of the military actors are ever present in the text. Perhaps more critically, Ryan pulls on his voluminous knowledge of military history to offer compelling notional instances by which the miscalculation of senior leaders can lead rational actors to make decisions that, in hindsight, are anything but rational.

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The Wingmen: The Unlikely, Unusual, Unbreakable Friendship Between John Glenn and Ted Williams

The Wingmen is a captivating story about the friendship between two iconic figures – astronaut John Glenn and baseball legend Ted Williams. The book sheds light on their unique camaraderie but falls short in delivering its impact. Lazarus delves into the lives of Glenn and Williams, providing readers with a compelling account of their friendship. He juxtaposes their different backgrounds and highlights the curious circumstances that brought them together.

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Gavin at War: The World War II Diary of Lieutenant General James M. Gavin

Much of the history of World War II has already been written and analyzed, but researchers and historians continue to find new angles for readers. Previously classified documents continue to surface, providing new insights into the events that shaped the Greatest Generation. One such document is the recently published diary of Lieutenant General James M. “Jumpin Jim” Gavin. Gavin wrote his diary without thought of being published, which some enthusiasts will find interesting since Gavin wrote five books between 1947 and 1976.

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Invisible Women: Data Bias in a World Designed for Men

In Invisible Women, Perez weaves a powerful narrative that reveals how the gender data gap affects every part of a woman’s life. The gender data gaps, Perez argues, develop not from deliberate or malicious action, but from centuries of one way of thinking (and not thinking). Its impact is far more than simply silencing the interests of one group. The gap comes from historical tendencies to prefer men in society, from treating data about men as equally representative of women, and from not collecting data on women. As Perez bluntly states, “these silences, these gaps, they have consequences.”

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