The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck, Everything is F*cked, Atomic Habits and The Courage to Be Disliked 4 Books Set

This four-book set brings together widely read titles in contemporary self-help and personal development, featuring work by Mark Manson, James Clear, and the writing duo Ichiro Kishimi and Fumitake Koga. Across the collection, the authors explore how people approach happiness, change, and the pressures of modern life, using a range of perspectives from direct commentary to behaviour-focused guidance and psychological theory.

Included are The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck and Everything is F*cked, in which Manson challenges conventional ideas around positivity and examines wider social and personal concerns. Atomic Habits focuses on the compound effect of small behavioural choices, while The Courage to Be Disliked draws on Alfred Adler’s theories to discuss freedom from past experiences and expectations.

Included titles

• The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck
• Everything is F*cked
• Atomic Habits
• The Courage to Be Disliked

Key details

• Four-book set
• Includes two titles by Mark Manson
• Includes Atomic Habits by James Clear
• Includes The Courage to Be Disliked by Ichiro Kishimi and Fumitake Koga
• References Alfred Adler’s theories in The Courage to Be Disliked

Synopses

The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck

Mark Manson argues against the idea that constant positivity is the route to a happy life. Drawing on the tone of his popular blog, he presents a blunt, unsugar-coated approach and positions the book as a response to a modern feel-good mindset.

Everything is F*cked

Manson shifts focus from individual shortcomings to the wider crises and anxieties of the world. Using psychological research and ideas associated with figures such as Plato, Nietzsche, and Tom Waits, he examines religion and politics, and considers our relationships with money, entertainment, and the internet. He also challenges common definitions of faith, happiness, freedom, and hope.

Atomic Habits

James Clear presents the idea that meaningful change can begin with tiny adjustments in behaviour. He describes “atomic habits” as small decisions that build through a compound effect, and explains how these incremental changes can develop into significant outcomes.

The Courage to Be Disliked

Ichiro Kishimi and Fumitake Koga introduce a way of thinking based on Alfred Adler’s theories. The book discusses the belief that people can shape their own future without being constrained by past experiences, doubts, or the expectations of others, and frames this approach as liberating and focused on developing the courage to change.