Reading a wide variety of genres and topics can make you a more well-rounded, knowledgeable person.
Do you aspire to be one of those people who knows at least a little bit about everything?There's any easy way to do it: Read everything!
You can't just stick to the mystery novels, anthologies, or biographies you've grown partial to. If you really want to become a more well-rounded person, you'll need to force yourself out of your comfort zone at the bookstore.
If you're not sure where to start, you've come to the right place. We've selected 32 timeless books on all different topics - politics, science, history, culture, and more - that may help you become the well-rounded person you strive to be.
Jacquelyn Smith and Natalie Walters contributed to a previous version of this article.