When Casey Brown isn’t rewriting the rules of mountain bikingǰ tackling freeride lines, you’ll often find her deep in a book. These are four of her current favorites.
‘Sapiens,’ by Yuval Noah Harari
“A brief history on humankind, I took my time with , rereading chapters to fully understand how we ended up where we are today. There’s a lot of information, so be ready to get your gears turning. It’s a must-read. I’m excited to dive into the next one: .”
‘The Fear Project,’ by Jaimal Yogis
“Yogisdives into the human brain, from personal stories and experiences with scientific proof of his findings. I really enjoyed reading .It’s a good one for anyone who’s interested in being in control of how they react to fear, not just in sports but in everyday life.”
‘The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck,’ by Mark Manson
“I saw in an airport, picked it up, flicked through a couple pages, and had to buy it. It’s written in a blunt, to-the-point way, which I enjoyed. Mansonincludes a lot from the teachings of Buddha and how it relates to our modern-day selves. It’s a good one for the shelf, so you can pick it up from time to time and remember what you should be giving a f—ck about.”
‘The Golden Spruce,’ by John Vaillant
“This is a story of a man who saw both sides of the logging industry in British Columbia and protested in a heartbreaking way. It includes stories from the indigenous people and their battles with the newcomers. It’s a good way to educate yourself on the history of the area and how logging has shaped and destroyed this province. It’s the I’ve ever had a hard time putting down.”