Google CEO Sundar Pichai doesn’t limit himself to reading only business or technology books.
His reading choices include science, psychology, memoirs, history, leadership, and innovation because great books do more than provide information — they change the way you think.
These books explore human behaviour, decision-making, resilience, creativity, and solving complex problems, offering lessons that can be applied in real life.
The best readers don’t just gain knowledge.
They build better thinking models.
Google CEO Sundar Pichai’s recommended books-
📖 The Gene
A fascinating journey through genetics, human identity, and the science shaping our future.
It makes complex biology feel deeply human and easy to understand.
🧠 A Beautiful Mind
The inspiring story of genius mathematician John Nash and his battle with schizophrenia.
A powerful reminder of resilience, creativity, and the strength of the human mind.
✈️ The Wright Brothers
The story of two brothers who changed history through curiosity and persistence.
It shows how innovation is built through patience, experimentation, and hard work.
🌍 Born a Crime
Trevor Noah’s life story growing up during apartheid in South Africa.
Funny, emotional, and deeply insightful about identity, struggle, and survival.
🚀 The Lean Startup
A practical guide on building ideas through testing, learning, and adapting quickly.
Perfect for understanding innovation and smart decision-making in fast-changing industries.
🤝 Trillion Dollar Coach
A book about leadership, mentorship, and building strong teams through trust.
It reveals the human side behind some of the world’s most successful companies.

