What am I reading?

The books that have made me pause, think and reflect. The books that made me smile and brought tears. The books that have made me wonder and imagine. The books that have made me grow and challenge my thinking.

  • My Top 5 Reads of 2024

    Books have the power to transform our perspectives, spark conversations, and create unforgettable moments. From uncovering the roots of India’s languages to exploring the art of systemic change, my top 5 reads of 2024 took me on an incredible journey, across history, strategy, and even father-daughter bonding time. Curious about what made the list? Check…

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  • The Wizard and The Prophet

    Are you interested in reading about any of the following: science, technology, sociology, climate, farming, or philosophy? “The Wizard and The Prophet” by Charles C. Mann is a thought-provoking exploration of two scientists, Borlaug and Vogt, with opposing approaches to solving world hunger. The book delves into their differing methods and philosophies regarding agriculture, water,…

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  • Infrastructure: The Invisible Architecture of Success

    This post first appeared on LinkedIn here Usually I do an end of year post on the books I have enjoyed throughout the year. This one deserves a special mention and a post of its own. This post is dedicated to all those who design, build and operate the technology infrastructure. Deb Chachra’s “How Infrastructure

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  • My Top 5 Reads of 2023

    Some of books I enjoyed in 2023… and 2022!

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  • My top 5 reads of 2021

    This post first appeared on LinkedIn here. In no particular order, here is a selection of five that I enjoyed reading this year. I look forward to another year of reading in 2022. Filled with recommendations (and gifts) from friends, family and colleagues. Have an enjoyable Christmas and Holidays, and a wonderful 2022. The Psychology

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