If you're looking for the best #books to study to understand all the nuisances of the #crypto and #blockchain revolution, here are the top 12 I'll recommend.
NB: I don't have any affiliation with these authors to sell their books. I've been fortunate to listen to most of them during Web3 events as well as personal research.
The Bitcoin Standard (and The Fiat Standard) by Saifedean Ammous
I added The Fiat Standard because it'll help you understand The Bitcoin Standard. It also creates a good foundation from traditional finance to explain crypto which is the direct opposite of TradFi.
Proof of Stake: The Making of Ethereum and the Philosophy of Blockchain by Vitalik Buterin
For me, there's no better person to listen to on decentralization and the application of blockchain technology than the co-founder of Ethereum.
Blockchain Revolution: How the Technology Behind Bitcoin is Changing Money, Business, and the World by Alex Tapscott and Don Tapscott
The authors elaborated on how "the internet or value" brought about by blockchain technology will transform how humans live economically.
Blockchain: The Insights You Need From Harvard Business
Harvard is known for its quality. Its books come with brevity, clarity, and depth.
Layered Money: From Gold and Dollars to Bitcoin and Central Bank Digital Currencies by Nik Bhatia
Nik exposed the history and evolution of money and what it represents today.
The Age of Cryptocurrency: How Bitcoin and Digital Money are Challenging the Global Economic Order by Michael Casey and Paul Vigna
Michael Casey and Paul Vigna wrote this book to open up the new revolution of finance and how crypto is the face of new money.
Cryptoassets: The Innovative Investor's Guide to Bitcoin and Beyond by Chris Burniske and Jack Tatar
Chris and Jack, who are investors, explained what the process of investing in this new kind of money means.
Don't forget to always DYOR before any crypto investment.
The Book of Satoshi: The Collected Writings of Bitcoin Creator Satoshi Nakamoto by Phil Champagne
If you want to get into the mind of Satoshi, then this feels good to read. Phil compiled some of the thoughts of Satoshi.
Although, to date, there is no exact proof that Satoshi is a person or a group of persons.
Digital Gold: Bitcoin and the Inside Story of the Misfits by Nathaniel Popper
Digital Gold tells the life story of some important figures in the crypto space such as Cameron Winklevoss, and Bitcoin's "creator", Satoshi Nakamoto.
You'll learn how they fared from the time they discovered this new system of money.
The Basics of Bitcoin and Blockchain: An Introduction to Cryptocurrencies and the Technology that Powers Them by Antony Lewis
From the history of Bitcoin, the blockchain itself, selling, buying, and mining Bitcoin, Antony explains where Bitcoin is coming from and how it has developed.
The Internet of Money: A Collection of Talks by Andreas Antonopoulos
Andreas argues that Bitcoin represents a significant financial and technological advancement that goes beyond being just a digital currency.
He emphasizes that its potential extends far beyond its technical aspects, delving into the philosophical, social, and historical implications of this revolutionary technology.
Crypto Revolution by Bryce Paul and Aaron Malone
"Crypto Revolution" is a book written by Bryce Paul and Aaron Malone that delves into the captivating realm of blockchain technology and cryptocurrencies.
Combining historical insights with practical instructions, the book highlights the global disruptive impact of cryptocurrencies and their potential to revolutionize the ways we engage in buying, selling, and living."
Learning never ends.
What other book would you recommend for others here?