Reading Recap: February 2026

ByPete

Blood in the Machine by Brian Merchant

A deep dive into the Luddite movement during the industrial revolution in England with many lessons for the AI revolution of today.

The 15 Commitments of Conscious Leadership by Jim Dethmer, Diana Chapman, and Kaely Warner Klemp

A great leadership book to develop self-awareness and to approach every environment with a mindset and perspective you choose.

Work Like a Monk by Shoukei Matsumoto

Buddhist lessons for life and leadership

The Way of Excellence by Brad Stulberg

Excellence is intrinsic to our nature. This will inspire and guide you in its pursuit.

The Shipping News by Annie Proulx

This is inception level layers of writing mastery. AMATUER WRITER SUITABLY IMPRESSED

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