#10 Quiet, Susan Cain
At least 1/3 of the population is introverted. We’re talking about those people who’d rather listen than speak, innovate, create, and make a difference without self-promotion. Introverts are fond of working by themselves, they’re loners, and they can achieve greatness without any help from others. “Quiet” is a book about the way introverts are so undervalued and underestimated by society. Susan Cain charts the ascend of the extrovert ideal and she explores who easy it can be for someone to switch perceptions. Superbly researched and packed with real-life stories, “Quiet” emphasizes the importance of introvert people.