A CEO for All Seasons: Mastering the Cycles of Leadership
Vikram Malhotra WG86, Carolyn Dewar, Scott Keller, & Kurt Strovink
Scribner
Drawing on the insights of more than 1,000 executives, the authors examine how to become a top CEO, whether you’re just approaching the role or preparing to leave a legacy. The authors use their experiences from McKinsey & Company and from writing CEO Excellence — which Malhotra also co-authored — as well as reflections from leaders such as James Gorman and Adena Friedman to illuminate what professionals can do every step of the way on their journey to CEO.
And Then You Win: A Start-Up’s Untold Story of Grit, Grind, and Glory
George Kikvadze WG01
Independently published
Kikvadze shares his experiences with Bitcoin as vice chairman of the startup Bitfury. His story weaves together decades and nations, from Georgia in the wake of the Soviet Union’s collapse to Ukraine in the tumultuous 2010s. Along the way, he imparts lessons gleaned from his experiences and how he dealt with challenges. For anyone interested in Bitcoin or venture capital, this book provides an engaging firsthand experience.
A Boy, a Tent and a Dream
Gideon Chitayat G75 GR75
Independently published
Dr. Chitayat recounts his life story — how he emigrated from Baghdad, Iraq, in the 1950s to a refugee camp in Israel and ultimately followed his dreams to obtain a Wharton PhD and teach business in the United States and Israel. His book has the gripping quality of a novel and the honesty of a memoir, filled with perseverance, achievement, and the drive to reach for the impossible.
Amatulo: Chronicles of an Argentine Hustler
Sebastian Sas WG03 & Ilan Greenfield
Independently published
In Sas’s debut novel — based on true stories that blend mystery and humor — an executive in the United States reconnects with Amatulo, his childhood friend in Argentina, and is shocked to find he is now a rich art dealer. With the help of his classmates, the narrator investigates Amatulo’s sudden rise and gets swept up in a whirlwind of romance, controversy, and introspection.
ProHealth Anti-Cancer: Borderless Pragmatic Cooking
Hadi Jassim WAM96
Austin Macauley Publishers
In a work based on his personal experiences, Jassim explores recipes to ensure balanced meals for anyone battling cancer or living with someone who is. With a global perspective that ranges from Iraqi cuisine such as okra and aubergine stew to Italian foods like bolognese and lasagna — as well as breakfast choices and salads — Jassim provides options that encourage healing along with the experience of a great meal. Also included are tips on how sleep, exercise, and diet work together to support a healthy life.
Transit Tourism: The Iconic Art and Design of 22 Subway Systems around the World
David Seltzer WG76
Schiffer Publishing, Ltd.
Seltzer plays tour guide through 22 of the world’s metro systems, including those in Paris, Moscow, and Philadelphia. He explores the unique architectural features of each as well as the history and routes of the stations, supplementing his accounts with a fair share of photographs and engaging, humorous personal stories. For anyone interested in architecture, cities, or even modern art, this book will be an enjoyable ride.
