The Daily Stoic BONUS | Jefferson Fisher's Reading List (From Ryan Holiday)
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Jul 26, 2025 Discover intriguing insights into Abraham Lincoln's impact on American history, focusing on the complexities of his speeches. Unearth the story behind Harper Lee's unfinished narratives and her creative struggles. Explore discussions on innovative nutrition solutions and sleep technologies for well-being. Delve into the artistic aspects of book design while examining accountability in media through Peter Thiel's battle with Gawker. Reflect on memento mori concepts and personal storytelling, highlighting the importance of documenting life’s moments and Stoic virtues.
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Lincoln's Gettysburg Address Reinterpreted
- Ryan and Jefferson discuss how Lincoln's Gettysburg Address is a masterful legal argument rather than a mere inspirational speech.
- Lincoln redefined the purpose of the war, framing it as a fight for the proposition that all men are created equal.
Harper Lee's Unpublished True Crime
- Harper Lee tried to write a true crime book about a murderer in Alabama but never published it.
- She attended the trial every day and was Truman Capote's childhood friend and collaborator for In Cold Blood.
Peter Thiel's Legal Weaponization
- Peter Thiel retaliated against Gawker legally by funding lawsuits to bankrupt them rather than suing directly for what was legal.
- His strategy exploited the legal system’s vulnerabilities and led to Gawker's bankruptcy.
