Books

2025

Beej's Guide to C Programming
Author: Beej Jorgensen Date Read: May 30, 2025 Rating: ★★★★☆
Reflections:
A fantastic, practical guide to C. Highly recommended for anyone starting out or needing a refresher.
Stoner
Author: John Williams Date Read: March 04, 2025 Rating: ★★★★☆
Reflections:
A profoundly moving and melancholic character study. Beautifully written.
Beej's Guide to Network Programming: Using Internet Sockets
Author: Beej Jorgensen Date Read: January 10, 2025 Rating: ★★★★☆
Reflections:
Another excellent guide by Beej, demystifying network programming concepts.

The Courage to Be Disliked: The Japanese Phenomenon That Shows You How to Change Your Life and Achieve Real Happiness
Author: Ichiro Kishimi, Fumitake Koga Date Read: December 17, 2024 Rating: ★★★★★
Reflections:
Adlerian psychology presented in an accessible dialogue format. Thought-provoking.
Discourse on the Origin and Basis of Inequality Among Men
Author: Jean-Jacques Rousseau Date Read: November 29, 2024 Rating: ★★★★★
Reflections:
A foundational text in political philosophy. Dense but incredibly insightful.
Programming in Lua (Fourth Edition)
Author: Roberto Ierusalimschy Date Read: September 22, 2024 Rating: ★★★★☆
Reflections:
The definitive guide to Lua, written by its chief architect. Clear and comprehensive.