The 10 MUST Reads for Men

Hey Guys,

I worked with a great guy over the weekend, and I recommended a few great books to him to read to further his studies of social dynamics, masculinity, dating & relationships.

I decided then to post a list of these books, for your interest.

YES, I recommend some of my competitors as well as books that may seem in conflict with what I teach.

I am not naive enough to believe I have all the answers, and I do think that pieces of what others offer are useful (see: Mystery).

If you’re like me, when you get interested in something, ANY good read is worth the buck.

So, I wanted to give you MY top 10 list of GREAT books for men. Some of these deal with dating, seduction and pick-up, while others focus on fashion, sex, or spirituality.

10) The 4-Hour Workweek: Escape 9-5, Live Anywhere, and Join the New Richby Tim Ferriss. It might seem odd that I include this on the list here, but allow me to explain. A big principle I teach is autonomy. This book is about gaining ownership over your time and money so that you aren’t pray to a boss, or someone leaching your time away from what you truly want out of life. He outlines what to do step-by-step. If you really want a full life (which is ATTRACTIVE to women by the way…), then this book is your indispensable guide.

9) Dressing the Man: Mastering the Art of Permanent Fashion by Alan Flusser. This is THE best book on timeless fashion for men. The pictures and illustrations are unforgettable.

“Double Your Dating” by David DeAngelo. A simple and fun read about meeting and dating women. A bit simplistic and dated, but a great overview on the basics, and few useful tidbits about getting started in meeting women.

7) The Mystery Method: How to Get Beautiful Women Into Bed by, who else, Mystery. Good to see that some literature from this community has gone main stream (I guess). I’d caution you about this book in one way – he’s been picking up women for over 10 years. His brain runs on over drive when it comes to dating and sex, so some/most of this may not be useful to you at all. It’s a definite read, but don’t take it too seriously. Feel free to bring along a few grains of salt for the ride.

6) Art of Seduction by Robert Greene. This book is terrible if you’re looking for ACTION items, but it is a wonderful non-fiction read and can greatly assist you in seeing what is possible. Also, some of the attitudes described of the historical figures are amazing. This book can help you develop a larger view of what can actually happen between men and women, rather than what ‘has always happened’ for you…

5) The Game: Penetrating the Secret Society of Pickup Artists by Neil Strauss. It’s a fun read. It’s a wild read. And it correctly illustrates the pitfalls to picking-up women if you aren’t careful and slip out of balance in your life. I think Neil’s writing is a bit overdramatic and unpolished. But, overall, it’s VERY entertaining…and after you read “The Game”, you’ll have to wash your brain with:

4) “How To Get A Girlfriend” by Stephen Nash. Of course I had to put my own book in here. If you are interested in REAL and PRACTICAL advice about dating, women and relationships…then you must get it now. It should be your second read, after “The Game”

3) Endurance: Shackleton’s Incredible Voyage by Alfred Lansing. As a guy, we all need role models. When I became interested in improving my dating and relationship life, I also got interested in learning more about what it means to be a man. This book was recommended to me as it shows exactly what it means to be a man on a mission, to be a guy who truly knows and owns his purpose and mission in life. These things are critical to get handled if you want to be more attractive to women.

2) The Red Queen: Sex and the Evolution of Human Nature by Matt Ridley. Ever read “Genome”? Well, if you have, then you know how excellent Matt Ridley’s work is. His research into the biological differences between men and women will astound you. He truly clarifies the nature of attraction, and why certain things are more interesting to women that others – and WHY this is so baffling to men. Also, his insight into the sexual mating patterns of humans will blow you away. This is a MUST read for sure.

1) The Way Of The Superior Man: A Spiritual Guide to Mastering the Challenges of Woman, Work, and Sexual Desire by David Deida. This is the BEST book you can read about becoming a man, and being attractive to women – BAR NONE. I have read it three times, and will read it again. When I travel with my girlfriend, I always pack this book. I even purchased it for my dad on his 64th birthday. The chapters are short and sweet, and the language is direct, challenging and immensely hopeful. If you haven’t read this book yet, purchase it today and put down everything else you are reading. I am dead serious – it is that important.

Enjoy the reading list! If you have additions, suggestions, thoughts – please feel free to email them to me or just post them here to the blog.

I am an avid reader too, and enjoy hearing recommendations from guys whenever you have them.

Stephen Nash.

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