What if across your lifetime, you could only choose one book to read?

You can only read so many books in a lifetime. I mean, part of me thinks we’d be better off picking one book and never reading another book, and just getting through that one book very well.

The Cultural Tutor. 48:46

Which book would you choose?

For readers, it would be challenging to only read one. Dipping in and out of books is proven method for determining what to read. But the idea of rereading for a deeper understanding is invaluable.

See philosopher/entrepreneur Johnathan Bi‘s careful reading approach:

One of my smartest friends only reads 3-5 books per year but rewrites every page in his own words as he goes through it. Then, he summarizes the entire book once he's done. He reads only the best books, but very carefully. This is the kind of reading we should be encouraging.

— David Perell (@david_perell) August 5, 2023