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Books Come From Books
- Erik realized that many books he read stemmed from core, influential works.
- Reading Thinking, Fast and Slow led him to five other books that expanded on single ideas from Kahneman's work.
Importance of Foundational Texts
- Erik realized the importance of reading foundational texts instead of derivative works.
- This insight prompted him to shift his focus to "The Great Books."
Inspiration and Planning
- A podcast with Leon Cass inspired Erik to read the Great Books.
- Despite owning many, he realized he needed a plan to actually read them.