The School of Life books in order

The School of Life series is a collection of short non-fiction books offering practical advice on modern life, from relationships and work to aging and leadership.

Reading order

# Title Published Author Buy on Amazon
1 How to Thrive in the Digital Age 2012 Tom Chatfield Buy
2 How to Think More About Sex 2012 Tom Chatfield Buy
3 How to Change the World 2012 Tom Chatfield Buy
4 How to Find Fulfilling Work 2012 Tom Chatfield Buy
5 How to Think About Exercise 2014 Tom Chatfield Buy
6 How to Be Alone 2014 Tom Chatfield Buy
7 How to Age 2014 Tom Chatfield Buy
8 How to Choose a Partner 2016 Tom Chatfield Buy
9 How to be a Leader 2016 Tom Chatfield Buy
10 How to Be Bored 2016 Tom Chatfield Buy
11 How to Think Like an Entrepreneur 2016 Tom Chatfield Buy
12 Relationships 2016 Tom Chatfield Buy
13 The School of Life: An Emotional Education 2019 Tom Chatfield Buy

The School of Life series is a line of short, practical non-fiction books published between 2012 and 2019. Each volume tackles a different aspect of modern life with a mix of philosophy and practical advice. How to Thrive in the Digital Age, How to Find Fulfilling Work, and How to Be Alone are among the titles in the collection.

The series was produced as part of The School of Life organization, which also published a broader anthology and a comprehensive overview called An Emotional Education. The books are short enough to read in a sitting and cover subjects that range from the personal (How to Choose a Partner) to the professional (How to Think Like an Entrepreneur).

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books are in the The School of Life series?

There are thirteen books in the The School of Life series, published between 2012 and 2019.

What is the first book in the The School of Life series?

The first book in the The School of Life series is How to Thrive in the Digital Age, published in 2012.

Do the School of Life books need to be read in order?

No, each School of Life book covers a different topic and stands on its own. You can read them in any order based on what interests you. Topics range from digital life and exercise to aging, relationships, and entrepreneurship.

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