Memorial Day is only a couple of weeks away, which means the unofficial start of vacation season is fast approaching. Hopefully, you'll soon be enjoying a few lazy summer breaks . (Really, take a vacation! Science shows it's essential for both productivity and psychological well-being.)

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As president, Obama embraced the role of bookworm-in-chief, regularly offering recommendations based on his own voracious reading. He hasn't given up the habit since leaving the oval office. Recently he took to Facebook to offer a short but eclectic list of must read titles for spring. Get ready to fill up your e-reader or beach bag.