Bill Gates published a selection of 5 books that he recommends reading

The founder of Microsoft shared a list of literary works that he recommends reading this summer. In 2025, Bill Gates emphasized memoirs dedicated to themes of leadership, overcoming life's challenges, and personal development.

The billionaire's recommended list includes the book "Personal History" by Katharine Graham. These memoirs tell the story of The Washington Post publisher who took control of the publication after her husband's suicide. According to Gates, these memoirs are a vivid example of a narrative about professional challenges and the demonstration of leadership qualities.

Another recommendation is "Chasing Hope" by Nicholas Kristof, a Pulitzer Prize winner. The journalist dedicated his career to fighting poverty and social injustice, and his publications had a direct influence on the creation of the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation.

The memoir "Educated" by Tara Westover tells about the pursuit of knowledge despite social limitations. Gates emphasizes that this story demonstrates the power of education and a person's ability to overcome life's obstacles.

The list also includes the autobiographical book "Born a Crime" by Trevor Noah about his childhood in South Africa during apartheid and "Surrender" by Bono, revealing the U2 frontman's path to world fame and his social activism.