Reading is an important activity as it sparks the flame of creativity within students. Reading a profound book has an influence on the perspective of the students, as how they look at certain situations and in return how it affects their life. Some of the books motivate students to dream big and never settle for less or small. These motivational books help develop self-confidence and the will to do whatever you have ever dreamt of. Here are some of the books which will motivate you and also at the same time help in your college days to feel a little more special.
The Palace of Illusions by Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni*****
A reimagining of the world-famous Indian epic, the “Mahabharat”-told from the point of view of an amazing woman. Relevant to today’s war-torn world, ‘The Palace of Illusions takes us back to a time that is half history, half myth, and wholly magical. Narrated by Panchali, the wife of the legendary Pandavas brothers in the Mahabharat, the novel gives us a new interpretation of this ancient tale. The novel traces the princess Panchaali’s life, beginning with her birth in fire and following her spirited balancing act as a woman with five husbands who have been cheated out of their kingdom. Panchali is swept into their quest to reclaim their birthright, remaining at their side through years of exile and a terrible civil war involving all the important kings of India. Meanwhile, we never lose sight of her secret attraction to the mysterious man who is her husband’s most dangerous enemy. Panchali is a fiery female redefining for us a world of warriors, gods, and the ever-manipulating hands of fate.
Alchemist by Paulo Coelho*****
Combining magic, mysticism, wisdom, and wonder into an inspiring tale of self-discovery. The Alchemist has become the world and transformed the lives of countless readers across generations. Paulo Coelho’s masterpiece tells the mystical story of Santiago, an Andalusian shepherd boy who yearns to travel in search of worldly treasure. His quest will lead him to riches far different-and far more satisfying- than he ever imagined. Santiago’s journey teaches us about the essential wisdom of listening to our hearts, recognizing opportunities, learning to read the omens strewn along life’s path, and most importantly, following our dreams.
Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind by Yuval Noah Harari****
100,000 years ago, at least six human species inhabited the earth. Today there is just one. Us. Homo Sapiens. In Sapiens, Dr. Yuval Noah Harari spans the whole of human history, from the very first humans to walk the earth to the radical- and sometimes devastating- breakthroughs of the cognitive, Agricultural and Scientific Revolutions. Drawing on insights from biology, anthropology, paleontology, and economics, he explores how the currents of history have shaped our human societies, the animals and plants around us, and even our personalities.
Brave New World by Aldous Huxley ****
Brave New World is a dystopian novel by English author Aldous Huxley, written in 1931 and published in 1932. Largely set in a futuristic World State, inhabited by genetically modified citizens and an intelligence-based social hierarchy, the novel anticipates huge scientific advancements in reproductive technology, sleep-learning, psychological manipulation and classical conditioning that are combined to make a dystopian society which is challenged by only a single individual: the story’s protagonist.
The Fault In Our Stars by John Green****
Despite the tumor-shrinking medical miracle that has bought her a few years, Hazel has never been anything but terminal, her final chapter inscribed upon diagnosis. But when a gorgeous plot twist named Augustus Waters suddenly appears at Cancer Kid Support Group, Hazel’s story is about to be completely rewritten. Insightful, bold, irreverent, and raw. The Fault in Our Stars is award-winning author John Green’s most ambitious and heart breaking work yet, brilliantly exploring the funny, thrilling and tragic business of being alive and in love.
