8 books recommended by reading Mark Zuckerberg

Mark Zuckerberg is known for the fact that he is a co -founder of Facebook and Meta Gee, but in addition to technology and social networks, he is also a passionate reader. For many years, he shared several works that influenced his vision of the world, covering issues such as philosophy, economics and even science fiction. If you want to know that one of the most influential businessmen in the world is reading, here are eight books that you recommend.

Note. Some of these books do not have a Spanish version, and others can be difficult to get physical, but you can find digital.

Ritual diet -Maikl Suk-Yang Che

This book explores the concept of “general knowledge” and how people interpret the world not only depending on their own knowledge, but also that, in their opinion, they think that others know. For Zuckerberg, this analysis is the key to understanding how social networks work and how general information forms the perception of reality.

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Gang leader for one day – Sudhir Venkatesh

This book is the result of a radical sociological experiment, in which the Hungatatus, a professor of sociology in Colombia, entered the Chicago gang in the 90s. Field

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World order – Henry Kissinger

In this work, the former US Secretary of State analyzes how the countries have ruled international relations throughout history. Zuckerberg found this book especially relevant after the birth of his daughter, since he reflects on the importance of creating a peaceful and stable world for future generations.

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Creativity, Inc. – Ed Catmull

This book is a fascinating view of the history of Pixar, written by one of its founders. Catmull shares lessons about creativity, leadership and innovation, emphasizing the importance of advancing the environment in which ideas can flow freely. Tsuckerberg believes that this is a reading source of inspiration on how to build companies that contribute to creativity.

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The best angels of our nature – Stephen Pinker

In this vast but affordable book (800 pages), psychologist Stephen Pinker claims with historical data and analysis that violence in the world has decreased over time, despite the perception created by the media. For Zuckerberg, this book offers the valuable prospect of human progress and the importance of maintaining an optimistic vision of the future.

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Why does the nation fail – They gave Acemoglu and James Robinson

This book discusses the reasons why some nations flourish, while others remain in poverty. The authors argue that economic development largely depends on the existence of inclusive institutions that contribute to participation and innovation. Tsuckerberg chose this book to deepen the causes of global poverty and look for ways to contribute to positive changes.

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The structure of scientific revolutions – Thomas S. Kun

Published in 1962, this work is one of the most influential in the history of scientific philosophy. Kun introduces the concept of “changes in the paradigm” in order to describe moments when a new theory revolutionizes our understanding of the world. Zuckerberg believes that an understanding of how these changes occur can be a powerful tool for increasing innovation and progress.

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Problem with three bodies – Cixin liu

This science fiction novel, created in the Chinese cultural revolution, tells the story of the first contact between humanity and alien civilization. The winner of the Hugo Award is a complex and stimulating work that combines science, philosophy and politics. Zuckerberg recommended him as an interesting and excellent reading from the technical problems that he usually solves.

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