As spring starts to bleed into summer, graduates of all kinds leave the comforting cocoons of their education institutions and emerge into the real world.
Many people like to give graduates gifts that are practical and provide a head start in life, or a cushion if they need to fall -- things like cars, money, or a place to stay. Other gifts are motivated by inspiration, most often in the form of a book.
The books in this list are concrete symbols of wisdom, full of lessons and advice culled from years of experience. They will move with your graduate from apartment to apartment, always ready to dole out life advice or help them out of a rough patch.
From Vonnegut's graduation speeches to Julia Child's autobiography and Cheryl Strayed's advice columns, these books will educate and inspire graduates of any age or education level.
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