Published in 1949 and translated into around 40 languages, The Second Sex remains one of the most influential books of the twentieth century. In this review of Volume I: Facts and Myths, we explore Simone de Beauvoir's reflections on identity, social norms, and equality, and why these ideas continue to resonate in today's world.

In Le racisme expliqué à ma fille, Tahar Ben Jelloun explores racism with clarity and empathy through a father-daughter dialogue.

Rest to boost creativity and productivity. Discover how less work leads to more success in "Rest: Why You Get More Done When You Work less"