Anand Mahindra's Book Recommendations

Being Mortal

by Atul Gawande

"Just finished reading Atul Gawande's 'Being Mortal.' A must-read. Looking to start something new...and open to suggestions.. https://t.co/tCyhExsi30"

A House for Mr. Biswas

by Naipaul

"During my college years, whenever I wanted to retreat into a world shaped purely by intellect & ideas, I would read Naipaul.. I wasn’t a fan of his non-fiction, but I owe a debt of gratitude to ‘A House for Mr. Biswas’ for introducing me to the power of post-colonial literature.."

Those magnificent women and their flying machines, Isro’s mission to Mars

by @minnievaid

"On my reading list now is @minnievaid ‘s new book ‘Those magnificent women and their flying machines, Isro’s mission to Mars’. Optimistic that it will encourage many young girls to pursue STEM in India and follow the Isro women’s path to glory...."

How to Be Bold

by Ranjay Gulati

"Ranjay Gulati is a good friend, but he’s also someone whose advice I value immensely. Even as a Professor of Business at HBS, his sensibility reaches far beyond management; it embraces the full breadth of human experience. Ranjay’s new book How to Be Bold is a reminder that in today’s whiplash world, caution has an expiry date. His framework shows that the phrase: ‘fortune favours the bold’ isn’t just a motto, it’s methodology. A must-read for anyone charting their own course through today's uncertainty… @RanjayGulati"

Above and Beyond

"India’s ability to rise and deliver on its immense potential will require the nation to fly, not just metaphorically, but literally as well. ‘Above and Beyond’ offers a fascinating guide to this important industry that is a critical enabler for India to soar to new heights…"