Welcome to The Freethinker Book Club – Summer 2017 edition. We have collated the most recommended books from our interviews with the world’s most inspirational freethinkers. The picks as always are a combination of the classic reads and a smattering of fresh finds. We genuinely believe freethinkers change the world; together we hope we can inspire a new generation of world-changers. And what better way to do that than to share some mind-blowing, paradigm-smashing reads. So take a look at this month’s picks, get reading, and above all keep freethinking.

Economics

Our economics pick comes from Professor of Economic Policy at the Blavatnik School of Government, University of Oxford, Simon Wren-Lewis.

The pick… The General Theory by John Maynard Keynes

It shows how ideas can have a hugely beneficial impact on people’s lives. – Simon Wren-Lewis

Politics

Our politics pick comes from the former deputy leader of the Lib Dems (2007-2010) and shadow chancellor (2003-2010), Vince Cable.

The pick… The Wealth of Nations by Adam Smith

Try at least skimming Adam Smith’s The Wealth of Nations. – Vince Cable

Philosophy

Our philosophy pick comes from Professor of Public Policy at the Blavatnik School of Government, University of Oxford, Jonathan Wolff.

The pick… On Liberty by John Stuart Mill

It is superbly written, raises questions that are alive today, and shows what philosophy can be. – Jo Wolff

Science

Our science pick comes from Professor of Developmental Biologist, Director of Science at the Wellcome Trust, and Senior Group Leader at the Francis Crick Institute, Jim Smith.

The pick… Don’t You have Time to Think? by Richard Feynman

I like ‘Don’t You have Time to Think?’ as an illustration of a remarkable scientist and human being. – Jim Smith

The Round-Up

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