The book I most regret having read

17 · Natemeyvis · May 13, 2026, 1:23 p.m.
Summary
In this post, the author shares their regrets about reading Thomas Piketty's "Capital in the Twenty-First Century," citing an opportunity cost of time and a lack of substantial insights gained. They reflect on the repetitiveness of the book and suggest that many popular social science texts may not offer as much value as their summaries. The author also contemplates the effectiveness of reading groups and the challenge of balancing reading with productivity.