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My Wishlist

This is my gift wish list. Below you’ll find an index of all items organised by category.

Index

Tech & Gadgets

Lifestyle

Books

Biography & History

Philosophy & Self-Development

Literary Classics

Memoir & True Stories

CW&T Pencil Type-C

Category: Tech & Gadgets
Price: CHF 70.00 (~$77)
Where to buy: CW&T Official Store

A mechanical bookmark pencil machined out of titanium that travels nicely in a pocket or notebook

Miyoo Mini Plus 3.5“ Gaming Console

Category: Tech & Gadgets
Price: CHF 69.95
Where to buy: Apfelkiste.ch

Advanced retro gaming handheld with 3.5“ IPS display, 64GB storage, and WiFi connectivity. Features dual-core ARM Cortex-A7 processor, 3000mAh battery (up to 7 hours gameplay), vibration feedback, and built-in Hi-Fi speakers. Supports extensive game emulation including PS1, GBA, SNES, and many more systems. Includes 3.5mm headphone jack, USB-C charging, and expandable storage up to 128GB. Compatible with OnionOS for enhanced functionality. Display protection film included.

Onyx Boox Palma 2

Category: Tech & Gadgets
Price: CHF around 220 Where to buy: Galaxus.ch

Compact 6.13“ E Ink e-reader with 128 GB storage. Phone-sized form factor makes it highly portable for reading on the go. Features Android OS for app compatibility, allowing installation of various reading apps, note-taking applications, and more. Perfect for those who want an e-reader that fits in their pocket with the versatility of Android.

UGREEN NASYNC DH4300 Plus

Category: Tech & Gadgets
Price: CHF 399.00
Where to buy: Digitec

Network Attached Storage (NAS) solution with HDMI connectivity for direct media playback. Features dual-bay design for flexible storage expansion and RAID configuration options. Ideal for centralised file storage, automated backups, media streaming, and personal cloud services. The included HDMI cable enables direct connection to displays for media centre functionality. Supports common NAS features including remote access, file sharing across devices, and data redundancy for enhanced protection.

WUBEN G5 EDC Light

Category: Tech & Gadgets
Price: $24.99
Where to buy: Wuben Official Store

Ultra-compact 400 lumens EDC flashlight with 180° rotatable head, magnetic base, RGB modes, IP68 waterproof rating, and Type-C fast charging. Weighs just 52g with up to 65 hours of battery life.

YubiKey 5C NFC

Category: Tech & Gadgets
Price: ~CHF 65-75
Where to buy: Galaxus

A multi-protocol security key that combines USB-C and NFC connectivity for phishing-resistant two-factor and multi-factor authentication

Dremel 4250 (4250-35) Multi-Tool

Category: Tools
Price: CHF 71.90
Where to buy: Galaxus

The Dremel 4250 combines maximum power with high-quality, durable design. This set includes the Dremel 4250 multi-function tool, 35 accessories and a fabric bag, making it perfect for demanding DIY projects.

Levitating Plant Pot - Hexagon Floating Air Bonsai

Category: Lifestyle
Price: $89.99
Where to buy: Amazon

Hexagon Floating Air Bonsai Pot Suspension Flowerpot Planter for Office Home Decoration

The 48 Laws of Power

Category: Books
Price: CHF 28.00
Where to buy: Galaxus | Ex Libris

By Robert Greene. A distillation of 3,000 years of the history of power into 48 laws. Drawing from the philosophies of Machiavelli, Sun Tzu, and Carl von Clausewitz, this book examines the nature of power and how to attain and maintain it through historical examples and strategic principles.

84, Charing Cross Road - Helene Hanff

Category: Books
Price: CHF 20.00
Where to buy: Galaxus | Ex Libris

A charming collection of letters exchanged between New York writer Helene Hanff and Frank Doel, a London bookseller, from 1949 to 1969. Their correspondence about rare books evolves into a warm friendship across the Atlantic. A delightful celebration of books, letter-writing, and human connection in the post-war era.

A Marriage at Sea - Sophie Elmhirst

Category: Books
Price: CHF 28.00
Where to buy: Galaxus | Ex Libris

A captivating true story exploring love, adventure, and the complexities of marriage through the lens of a couple’s life at sea. Sophie Elmhirst weaves together narrative journalism and intimate portrait to examine how relationships evolve under extraordinary circumstances.

Blue Nights - Joan Didion

Category: Books
Price: CHF 25.00
Where to buy: Galaxus | Ex Libris

Joan Didion’s powerful meditation on mortality, ageing, and loss following the death of her daughter. With her characteristic precision and emotional honesty, Didion explores motherhood, memory, and the passage of time. A profoundly moving work from one of America’s greatest writers.

Note: The title may have been confused with another Joan Didion work. Please verify if you meant “Blue Nights” or another book like “The Year of Magical Thinking”.

Edison - Edmund Morris

Category: Books
Price: CHF 32.00
Where to buy: Galaxus | Ex Libris

A comprehensive biography of Thomas Edison by Pulitzer Prize-winning author Edmund Morris. The book explores the life of America’s most famous inventor, from his humble beginnings to his extraordinary innovations that shaped the modern world, including the light bulb, phonograph, and motion pictures. A detailed portrait of genius, ambition, and the birth of the electrical age.

Four Thousand Weeks - Oliver Burkeman

Category: Books
Price: CHF 24.00
Where to buy: Galaxus | Ex Libris

A radical exploration of time management that confronts the reality that the average human lifespan is absurdly short—about four thousand weeks. Burkeman offers a philosophical approach to productivity, arguing that accepting our limitations can lead to a more meaningful life rather than chasing the impossible dream of “getting everything done”.

How to Make the Best Coffee at Home - James Hoffmann

Category: Books
Price: CHF 32.00
Where to buy: Galaxus | Ex Libris

A comprehensive guide to brewing exceptional coffee at home from world barista champion and coffee expert James Hoffmann. This book covers everything from understanding coffee beans and roasting to mastering various brewing methods including espresso, pour-over, French press, and more. With detailed techniques, troubleshooting tips, and insights into coffee science, Hoffmann demystifies the art of coffee making for both beginners and enthusiasts seeking to elevate their home brewing.

Letters to a Young Poet - Rainer Maria Rilke

Category: Books
Price: CHF 18.00
Where to buy: Galaxus | Ex Libris

A collection of ten letters written by the renowned poet Rainer Maria Rilke to an aspiring young poet seeking advice and guidance. Written between 1902 and 1908, these letters offer profound wisdom on solitude, love, creativity, and the artistic life. Rilke’s counsel transcends poetry to offer timeless insights on how to live with authenticity and embrace life’s difficulties as necessary for growth.

Man’s Search for Meaning - Viktor Frankl

Category: Books
Price: CHF 22.00
Where to buy: Galaxus | Ex Libris

Psychiatrist Viktor Frankl’s memoir of his experiences as an Auschwitz concentration camp inmate and his psychotherapeutic method of finding meaning in all forms of existence, even the most brutal. Frankl argues that we cannot avoid suffering but we can choose how to cope with it, find meaning in it, and move forward with renewed purpose.

Mastery - Robert Greene

Category: Books
Price: CHF 30.00
Where to buy: Galaxus | Ex Libris

Robert Greene analyses the lives of historical masters like Charles Darwin, Mozart, and Leonardo da Vinci to identify the path to greatness. The book outlines the apprenticeship phase, creative mastery, and how to develop intuitive intelligence to achieve mastery in any field.

Nature - Ralph Waldo Emerson

Category: Books
Price: CHF 16.00
Where to buy: Galaxus | Ex Libris

Originally published anonymously, Nature was the first modern essay to recommend the appreciation of the outdoors as an all-encompassing positive force. Emerson’s writings were recognised as uniquely American in style and content, and launched the idea of going for a walk as a new way of looking at the world. A foundational text of American transcendentalism that celebrates the spiritual connection between humanity and the natural world.

Of Boys and Men - Richard Reeves

Category: Books
Price: CHF 26.00
Where to buy: Galaxus | Ex Libris

An examination of the challenges facing boys and men in modern society, exploring educational, economic, and social struggles. Reeves presents data-driven analysis of how boys are falling behind in schools and the workforce, whilst offering practical policy proposals to address male disadvantage without undermining progress towards gender equality. A balanced and nuanced look at masculinity in the 21st century.

Plutarch’s Lives

Category: Books
Price: CHF 25.00
Where to buy: Galaxus | Ex Libris

A series of biographies of famous Greeks and Romans by the ancient Greek historian Plutarch. The Lives explore character and moral virtue through parallel comparisons of great historical figures. A foundational text of Western literature offering timeless insights into leadership, ethics, and human nature.

River of Doubt - Candice Millard

Category: Books
Price: CHF 32.00
Where to buy: Galaxus | Ex Libris

The dramatic true story of Theodore Roosevelt’s harrowing 1914 exploration of the uncharted tributary of the Amazon River. After losing his bid for a third presidential term, Roosevelt embarked on a deadly journey through the Brazilian wilderness that tested his physical and mental limits. A gripping tale of survival, determination, and the high cost of adventure.

The Art Thief - Michael Finkel

Category: Books
Price: CHF 27.00
Where to buy: Galaxus | Ex Libris

A gripping true story by Michael Finkel about one of the most prolific art thieves in history. The book delves into the psychology of art theft, the obsession with beauty, and the complex motivations behind stealing masterpieces. A fascinating exploration of crime, art, and human desire.

The Black Count - Tom Reiss

Category: Books
Price: CHF 29.00
Where to buy: Galaxus | Ex Libris

The Pulitzer Prize-winning true story of General Alex Dumas, father of novelist Alexandre Dumas. Born in slavery in the French colony of Saint-Domingue, he rose to command armies during the French Revolution, becoming the highest-ranking man of African descent ever to lead a European army. A remarkable tale of adventure, discrimination, and forgotten heroism.

The Colossus of Maroussi - Henry Miller

Category: Books
Price: CHF 26.00
Where to buy: Galaxus | Ex Libris

Henry Miller’s lyrical travel memoir about his journey through Greece in 1939. Often considered his best work, it’s a celebration of Greek culture, landscape, and the writer’s encounter with the charismatic Greek writer George Katsimbalis (the ‘Colossus’). A vivid portrait of Greece on the eve of World War II and a meditation on art, life, and human vitality.

The Daily Dad - Ryan Holiday

Category: Books
Price: CHF 26.00
Where to buy: Galaxus | Ex Libris

A collection of 366 daily meditations on fatherhood, drawing from history, philosophy, and literature to offer practical wisdom on raising children. Ryan Holiday explores timeless lessons about patience, discipline, leading by example, and being present for one’s children. Each day provides thoughtful reflections to help fathers become better parents and role models, inspired by Stoic philosophy and the experiences of great fathers throughout history.

The Immutable Laws of Marketing - Al Ries & Jack Trout

Category: Books
Price: CHF 28.00
Where to buy: Galaxus | Ex Libris

A classic marketing text that presents fundamental principles for building and maintaining brand leadership. Ries and Trout outline essential laws that govern marketing strategy, from the importance of being first in a category to the power of perception over product. A concise guide that challenges conventional wisdom about what makes marketing succeed or fail.

The Intelligent Investor - Benjamin Graham

Category: Books
Price: CHF 28.00
Where to buy: Galaxus | Ex Libris

Widely regarded as the definitive book on value investing, this classic text by Benjamin Graham has educated and inspired investors since 1949. Graham introduces the concept of “Mr. Market” and emphasises the importance of a margin of safety, disciplined analysis, and long-term thinking over speculation. Warren Buffett has called it “by far the best book on investing ever written,” making it essential reading for anyone seeking to build wealth through intelligent, patient investment strategies.

The Creative Habit - Twyla Tharp

Category: Books
Price: CHF 28.00
Where to buy: Galaxus | Ex Libris

Legendary choreographer Twyla Tharp shares her practical insights on creativity and discipline. Through personal anecdotes and exercises, she reveals how creativity is not a gift but a habit that can be learned and practised. The book provides a systematic approach to developing a creative routine, overcoming blocks, and sustaining artistic growth throughout one’s life.

The Road to Character - David Brooks

Category: Books
Price: CHF 24.00
Where to buy: Galaxus | Ex Libris

A thoughtful exploration of moral character through biographical portraits of historical figures including Dwight Eisenhower, Dorothy Day, and Augustine. Brooks contrasts ‘résumé virtues’ (career success and wealth) with ‘eulogy virtues’ (kindness, bravery, honesty), arguing that modern culture overemphasises external achievement whilst neglecting the inner life. A call to cultivate humility, self-discipline, and moral depth.

The Stranger in the Woods - Michael Finkel

Category: Books
Price: CHF 26.00
Where to buy: Galaxus | Ex Libris

The extraordinary story of Christopher Knight, who lived alone in the Maine woods for 27 years. Michael Finkel investigates this remarkable case of extreme solitude, exploring why Knight chose to disappear from society and what his story reveals about human nature, loneliness, and the desire to live apart from civilization.

Why Fish Don’t Exist - Lulu Miller

Category: Books
Price: CHF 27.00
Where to buy: Galaxus | Ex Libris

A genre-bending story that weaves together biography, science, and memoir. Lulu Miller tells the story of taxonomist David Starr Jordan while grappling with her own existential questions about chaos, order, and meaning in life. A surprising exploration of resilience, obsession, and the dark side of scientific certainty.

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