From Indian folklore to Paris vs. NYC, by way of Japanese Wonderland and 80 years of loving of dogs.
My favorite is 'Steel like an Artist' by Austin Kleon that gives us the qualities for a creative and engaging life.
The link is worth a scan.... and if you love dog cartoons you must scan to the end with gems like..
"Dont you get it? It was never about the stick, I sent you there to find yourself"
http://www.brainpickings.org/index.php/2012/11/26/best-art-books-2012/