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Read These Books by the Time You Graduate
“Figuring things out” is a lifelong endeavor, but these titles offer inspiration for young adults finding their way.
TL;DR
- Stephen King's 'On Writing' emphasizes persistence, learning from negative experiences, and creative spontaneity.
- Pema Chödrön's 'Start Where You Are' guides readers toward self-compassion and trusting instincts.
- Mary Oliver's 'Devotions' celebrates appreciating the small wonders of the world as a form of salvation.
- Toni Morrison's 'The Source of Self-Regard' explores intellectual altruism, moral urgency, and critical thinking about community.
- Louisa May Alcott's 'Little Women' portrays the challenges of growing up, balancing personal ambitions with relationships and responsibilities.
- John Muir's 'Nature Writings' offers an antidote to digital culture by advocating for earnestness and attention to the natural world.
- James Baldwin's 'The Fire Next Time' addresses dignity, survival, and the legacy of slavery, urging readers not to forfeit their spiritual freedom by accepting others' narratives about their worth.