technology

In Caverns of Socrates, a team of elite gamers enters a revolutionary VR world, only to discover they can’t escape. Trapped in a digital labyrinth governed by an AI based on the philosopher Socrates, they must confront their deepest truths to survive. As reality blurs, they learn that the greatest prison is the mind. A thrilling blend of tech, philosophy, and adventure, this novel challenges what it means to be free in a simulated age. Summary powered by VariableTribe

In The Shallows , Nicholas Carr warns that the internet is weakening our ability to focus, think deeply, and retain knowledge. Through neuroscience and cultural analysis, he shows how constant connectivity rewires the brain, replacing deep reading with skimming and reflection with distraction—urging readers to reclaim their capacity for sustained, meaningful thought before it fades away.

In The Lean Startup , Eric Ries redefines entrepreneurship with a model built on agility, experimentation, and customer feedback. By using the Build-Measure-Learn cycle, startups can innovate faster, reduce waste, and build products people truly want. A must-read for founders, innovators, and anyone building the future.