Best Books for Men: 10 Fiction & Non-Fiction Picks
With the pandemic raging all around the world, more and more men are trying to escape reality by reading a good book. If you are one of them, this article will give you a list of the best books for men that you can get your hands on, no matter which genre you prefer. Read on, and take notes!
The Best Book for Men: Fiction
1. The Lord of the Rings Trilogy by J.R.R. Tolkien
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It is best to start with a classic, and no book series is as popular and as well-written as Tolkien’s legendary trilogy. If you’ve seen the movies and liked them, you’ll love the books even more. They give you an even deeper view of the characters and the story, one that makes you appreciate the genius necessary to come up with all of it.
There is a big reason for the fact that these books have stuck around for so long and are still as popular as ever. If you want to find out what that is, pick them up and let yourself be sucked into the treacherous but beautiful Middle Earth!
2. The Road by Cormac McCarthy
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The Road is a brilliant novel about a ravaged, post-apocalyptic America bereft of any hope of a better future. It follows the story of a father and a son as they make their way through the country. As they travel, they try to pick up the pieces of their lives (and survive).
While there is a movie based on this novel as well, it will not grip and affect you as much as the book can. The lessons on hope, family, and endurance you learn in this book will stick with you for a long time to come.
3. Brave New World by Aldous Huxley
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No book will make you as infuriated as this one. However, no book will make you think about the world you live in and where it is headed like this book, either. It is one of those works of literature that you hate because of what it shows you about yourself. However, it becomes your favorite book, all at the same time.
If you are making a list of books you absolutely have to read in your life, this dystopia that is scarily similar to our reality should rank quite high on it.
4. Hard Times by Charles Dickens
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While it is definitely not Dickens’ most famous work, Hard Times is a book that has the most to teach readers. Its central themes are utilitarianism, prejudice, and economic hardships. The author shows the role they all have in thwarting the potential of so many people all around the world.
By the end, you will realize that the book might be set in the past, but that it is as relevant today as it has ever been.
5. The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy Series by Douglas Adams
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If you are into sci-fi, you have to read at least the first part of this series. And once you do that, you will definitely pick up the rest, as the characters and the story are irresistible.The series follows Arthur Dent and Ford Prefect as they escape a demolished Earth. They then begin an adventure through time, space, and the universe.
This series will teach you that nothing is as it seems. More importantly, it will show you that doing your best with what you’re given is the best way to go through life. Whether you’re traveling through the galaxy or just commuting to your regular job, those are the best lessons you can learn.
Best Books for Men: Non-Fiction
6. The Power of Now by Eckhart Tolle
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In today’s day and age, it’s easy to get lost in your work and let stress take over your life. However, freeing yourself of everything that is bringing you down is just as easy with this spiritual guidebook.
This book can teach you a lot about self-reflection and help you reevaluate the way you think of yourself. That can, by extension, help you change how you interact with others. By following this book, you will learn how to live a fulfilled life, regardless of your age and gender.
7. Long Walk to Freedom by Nelson Mandela
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Are you looking for a memoir that will be as engaging as it is inspiring? If so, this book is the way to go. It follows the life of Nelson Mandela from his youth, all the way to the decades he spent imprisoned.
This book will make you think long and hard about concepts like freedom, equality, and politics. It will teach you that, to be great, you have to be brave and break new ground. As far as inspiration for change goes, no one will be able to help you more than Nelson Mandela.
8. The Elephant Whisperer by Lawrence Anthony
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If you are a nature lover, this book is a perfect choice for you. It follows explorer Lawrence Anthony as he lives by a herd of wild elephants.
While taking care of animals everyone has abandoned, Anthony learns a lot from them about life, love, and endurance. The lessons he shares have the power to change lives. And the best thing is, they are presented in an easy-to-read manner that you will love.
9. The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen R. Covey
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Do you need a book to help you get better in every aspect of your life? If so, this is the one you should go with. It contains lessons on productivity, effectiveness, and setting goals.
Moreover, it offers you everything else you need to be successful and happy in today’s world. Follow the steps in this book, and you’ll see that success does not have to go hand in hand with sacrifice and suffering.
10. Steve Jobs by Walter Isaacson
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Steve Jobs is one of the most famous entrepreneurs in the world. He is also one of the richest people on the planet. If you want to read about what it takes to get there, this biography will tell you everything you need to know. This book will help you delve into the mind of a genius and uncover all the secrets to magical life.
