Summer Reading List 2023
📚 arvy's Book Club
arvy's Teaser: Our very first summer reading list! Compact but powerful — three books that challenge both body and mind: a groundbreaking manifesto on the science of longevity (spoiler: exercise is the most potent pro-longevity "drug"), a small book with big life questions that you'll want to re-read, and an eye-opening story about the most traded product on Earth — the semiconductor chip. Here is the arvy Summer Reading List 2023.
The 3 Books at a Glance
1. Outlive: The Science and Art of Longevity
by Peter Attia · Recommended by Florian, Co-Founder arvy
In "Outlive", Dr. Peter Attia presents cutting-edge approaches to nutrition, strategies for improving exercise and sleep, and tools for managing emotional and mental health — all grounded in the latest scientific research.
Despite its successes, modern medicine has made little progress in fighting age-related diseases: heart disease, cancer, Alzheimer's, and type 2 diabetes. According to Dr. Attia, we need to replace the outdated paradigm with a tailored, proactive approach to longevity — one that acts now rather than waiting. This is science, not "biohacking": a rigorous strategy for extending life and improving our physical, mental, and emotional well-being.
Florian's Takeaway
"A groundbreaking manifesto on living better and longer that challenges conventional medical thinking about ageing and shows a new approach to preventing chronic disease — from a visionary physician and leading longevity expert."
2. The Why Café
by John Strelecky · Recommended by Patrick, Co-Founder arvy
Three questions next to the menu of the day: Why are you here? Are you afraid of death? Are you living a fulfilling life?
A small café in the middle of nowhere becomes the turning point in the life of John, an advertising manager who is always in a hurry. The book invites us to reflect on our own desires, dreams, and goals — and encourages us to find our own path and make the most of our lives. A book you'll want to re-read after some time and that proves wonderfully stimulating for the mind.
Patrick's Takeaway
"'The Why Café' asks profound questions and inspires reflection. It's about the search for meaning, personal change, and the pursuit of happiness. The simple, accessible language lets you experience the characters' emotional journey first-hand. A vivid, humorous, and deeply moving book."
3. Chip War: The Fight for the World's Most Critical Technology
by Chris Miller · Recommended by Thierry, Co-Founder arvy
Power in the modern world — military, economic, geopolitical — rests on a foundation of computer chips. America has maintained its superpower edge because it has dominated the advances in computer chips. Virtually everything runs on chips: cars, phones, the stock market, even the power grid.
China spends more money importing chips than buying oil — and is currently investing billions to catch up with the US. With 37% of the world's chip supply manufactured in Taiwan, within range of Chinese missiles, the world faces one of the greatest geopolitical challenges of our time. Chris Miller tells this fascinating story in short, easily digestible chapters that keep you turning pages.
Thierry's Takeaway
"The battle for control of the semiconductor sector will determine our future. A truly eye-opening book about the world's most traded product — and why it couldn't be more important for investors."
3 Sentences to Remember
1. Longevity isn't luck — it's the result of a proactive approach to exercise, nutrition, sleep, and emotional health.
2. Life's most important questions fit on a menu card — and the answers change everything.
3. Whoever controls chips controls the future — the semiconductor conflict is the geopolitical question of our generation.
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Reading is to the mind what exercise is to the body. Grab a book, enjoy the sun — and have a wonderful summer! — Your arvy Team
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This article was written by Thierry Borgeat, Co-Founder of arvy, and reviewed by Patrick Rissi, CFA, and Florian Jauch, CFA.
Disclaimer: This article is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute personal investment advice. Amazon links are affiliate links. arvy is a FINMA-supervised asset manager.
