The time has come when you need a "kick", so as not to drop your hands and move forward? Then by all means read the books from the collection presented.
Do you want to get a positive charge and find a good example, to which you can level? Then spend your free time reading biographies of famous people who share the secrets of their success.
1. Margaret Thatcher "Autobiography."
The most famous woman politician, who is called the "Iron Lady", in the book frankly tells about her life: how she faced the prejudiced attitude of others, inner feelings and various problems in society. This book will be an excellent motivator for those who met with obstacles on the way to a dream.
2. Benjamin Franklin "Autobiography."
It is difficult to meet a person who does not know the face of this politician, because he is depicted on a $ 100 bill. The book tells the story of a simple man who started from the very bottom and got to great heights. All his life, Benjamin engaged in self-education and developed. Pleasant bonus - the book presents a table from this notebook Franklin, where he was engaged in self-analysis, wrote down his cons and tried to fight them.
3. Henry Ford "My life, my achievements."
This book can be called a kind of reference book, where a well-known entrepreneur gives practical advice on how to properly build a business, establish contacts with people and disclose other wisdoms of life. The book must be read by people who want to become successful entrepreneurs.
4. Walter Isaacson "Steve Jobs."
To write this bestseller, an American journalist had to spend three years of his life. He carefully studied all the facts and as a result, soon after the death of the founder of the corporation, Apple introduced the world to the book. It tells not only about the career, but also the life of one of the most influential entrepreneurs of the XXI century.
5. Yuri Nikulin "Almost Seriously."
Noteworthy are not only biographies dedicated to people who have achieved success abroad, but also to our no less popular stars. Nikulin was always perceived as a clown with the appearance of an alcoholic, without thinking about his soul and personal experiences. In the book, the actor reveals new facets of his life and allows you to look at it from the other side.
6. Coco Chanel "Life, told by herself."
A woman who, for many, is an example, was the one who turned the world of fashion. All her life she devoted to work, creating the famous short black dress and fragrance №5. The autobiographical story of Chanel can not but affect the soul.
7. Howard Schultz "How the cup for a cup was built by Starbucks".
Who does not know this popular network of coffee houses, which flashes in almost every American film and TV series? The founder of the famous brand tells that it is important not to abandon its principles, no matter what the circumstances demanded, and then success will certainly be achieved.
8. Stacy Schiff "Cleopatra".
A world bestseller, represented by a brilliant biographer. She was able to separate the real story from the myth and interestingly told about the life and death of Cleopatra. The reader will certainly notice the existing contrast between the familiar image and the real woman, who was both stiff and charming at the same time.
9. Faina Ranevskaya "My sister Faina Ranevskaya. Life, told by herself. "
Many people, hearing the name of this woman, expect some kind of humor and sarcastic utterances, but in this book they are not. A well-known actress suddenly tells her life story, filled with various tragic events.
10. John Krakauer "In the wild."
An American traveler, a famous downshifter, talks about his journey to the uninhabited part of Alaska. The main goal of this decision is to live alone with yourself for a while. In this book, you can find many philosophical thoughts and advice that will make you think about global things.
11. Stephen King "How to write books."
This book will be useful and interesting to people who are interested in literature and want to try themselves as an author. This is not a boring allowance, but something that looks like a dialogue with a well-known author who motivates creativity.
12. Solomon Northap "12 years of slavery".
We are sure that this story will not leave anyone indifferent, as an African American who was born free, tells about his life, and then fell into slavery. This book teaches that a person should not give up even in the most desperate situations. The screen version of this book deserved the Oscar.
13. Richard Branson "Losing Innocence."
People who are interested in business and want to reach huge heights should definitely read this book. The author tells about how to develop properly and what will help to quickly achieve success.