Best Books For Men To Read

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The best books for men offer gripping narratives, insightful themes, and compelling characters, ranging from classic literature to contemporary nonfiction, here are some books to follow.

1

Empire Of Pain

A meticulously researched book that delves into three generations of the Sackler family, revealing the origins of their wealth and their role in the opioid crisis.

2

The Heart’s Invisible Furies

This novel follows Cyril Avery,  an adopted child in post-war Catholic Ireland, as he navigates his homosexuality.

3

Swimming In The Dark

The narrative explores the tension between Ludwik's desire to resist political tyranny and Janusz's focus on survival in a repressive regime.

4

What Am I Doing Here

The book includes vivid stories  from writer's global travels, such as yeti-hunting in Nepal and sailing down the Volga river.

5

The Lonely City

The book examines themes of solitude via figures like Edward Hopper and David Wojnarowicz, providing a nuanced portrait of being alone.

6

Butler To The World

This book investigates Britain's new role post-empire: managing the wealth of the world's richest & often dodgiest people.

7

A Perfect Spy

A semi-autobiographical spy the  novel follows Magnus Pym, an ideal intelligence agent who disappears after his conman father's funeral.

8

Three Women

This non-fiction work explores female sexuality and desire through the real-life stories of three women.

9

Shah Of Shahs

The book combines reportage with a narrative style, offering a detailed and personal look at the upheaval.

10

The Line Of Beauty

This Booker Prize-winning novel follows Nick Guest, an Oxford graduate who moves into the home of his posh friend, Toby Fedden.