Leadership is something we demonstrate, not something we talk about. That’s why I’m not a fan of “leadership books” that try too hard to explain leadership.

I prefer books that highlight what important leaders actually have done—not just what they said. To me, books that demonstrate leadership through examples are the best kind. 

Some of the books you’ll find below don’t even mention leadership at all. Yet, I’ve learned a lot about leadership by reading them.

If you’re looking for inspirational books that make you a better leader, I recommend reading these.