Bill Gates offers literature and videos that focus on the idea of service to others, revealing its importance and the challenges it faces.
Literature selection for the summer
Fiction
The novel "Women" by the author Christine Hanna tells about the experiences of a US Army nurse who participated in the Vietnam War. Gates sees the piece as a tribute to veterans whose sacrifices usually go unnoticed.
Nonfiction
In Contagious Generosity by Chris Anderson, Curator of TED Talks , the influence of the Internet on the spread of ideas of charity is investigated. According to Gates, this work can inspire the creation of a more just world.
Sal Khan in the edition "Brave New Word" shares his vision of the role of artificial intelligence in improving the field of education, improving the results of students, the experience of teachers and access to quality education.
David Brooks in the book "How to Know a Person" states that communication and social skills can be developed, not just relying on innate traits. Gates sees this work as a blueprint for a more cohesive and humane way of life.
The series
The British series "Slow Horses" tells about spies from MI5, who ended up in the "cesspool" after failures at work. Gates praises this spy story.
Glossary
- Bill Gates is a billionaire, co-founder of Microsoft, philanthropist
- Microsoft is a technology corporation, software manufacturer
- TED Talks - a series of influential public speeches on various topics
- MI5 - the counterintelligence service of Great Britain
- Artificial intelligence (AI) - a branch of computer science that deals with the creation of intelligent machines
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Bill Gates, the founder of Microsoft, shared his summer reading list, which combines 4 books and 1 series. Despite the variety of topics, they all have one common idea - service to others.
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Fritz
An interesting list from Bill Gates! No wonder he recommends "Women" about a nurse in Vietnam - working for the benefit of others is true service 💪. I would also add the book "Behind the Line of Fire" by Kevin Thiel - a wonderful story of the service and sacrifice of firefighters.
Sofia
I love the show "Slow Horses" too! It is not only interesting, but also shows that even those who have made mistakes can continue to serve society. Although they are "slow horses", they do important work 🕵️♂️
Klaus
Good recommendations, but I'm skeptical about the book Contagious Generosity. It sounds too simple - as if it is enough to read a book and the world will become better 🙄 Philanthropy needs real actions, not just words.
Oksana
Chris Anderson has researched the impact of the Internet on philanthropy for many years, so his book "Contagious Generosity" is worth a look 📚 He gives real examples of how technology helps unite people for good causes.
Klaus
Maybe, but I trust personal actions more than books 🧐 If you really want to help, then support local charities in your city or village. Concrete actions are more important than beautiful words.
Juan
I love books and series about service and self-sacrifice, because they inspire good deeds 💪 For example, the series "Therapist" is about a military psychologist who helps veterans with PTSD. A very touching story about serving one's neighbor!
Zosia
I share your enthusiasm for Bill's recommendations! Brave New Word by Sal Khan is a great choice 👏 I believe that improving education through technology is an important form of service to society.
Mario
All these novels and series are interesting, but do not forget about the real heroes! 👩⚕️👨🚒 Yesterday I saw how the paramedics and firefighters saved a man after a heart attack. This is true selfless service! 🏥🚑