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How the Word is Passed takes an unflinching look at America’s history of slavery. It moves beyond traditional narratives that focus narrowly on the institution in the South, instead reckoning with how racism and its legacy have played out across the country. The book offers a searing indictment of white supremacy while also celebrating Black [...]

A People’s History of the United States tells the story of America from the point of view of those who have been traditionally left out of most history books. Author Howard Zinn draws on extensive research to paint a vivid and often shocking picture, showing how American democracy has always been flawed and biased in [...]

Nikole Hannah-Jones, award-winning investigative reporter for The New York Times Magazine, presents a radical new take on America’s history in “The 1619 Project.” Arguing that the year 1619 is when American slavery began rather than when it ended, she posits that racism and white supremacy are not traditional fixtures of our society but instead were [...]

This book is all about the lessons that Navy SEALs learned during their training and how they applied them to parenting. Eric Davis, a former Navy SEAL himself, provides readers with an inside look at this unique fraternity of warriors and what it takes to become one. He also shares valuable wisdom on fatherhood and [...]

When we meet someone for the first time, what do we talk about? How do we create a connection with a stranger? In “Talking to Strangers,” Malcolm Gladwell explores the dynamics of communication and offers insights into how best to navigate our interactions with people who are unfamiliar to us. Drawing on research in psychology, [...]

The Gates of Europe is a comprehensive history of Ukraine, from its earliest origins to the present day. Serhii Plokhy argues that Ukraine has always been an essential part of European civilization, and he provides a detailed and compelling account of the country’s complex political and cultural heritage. The book paints a rich picture of [...]

In this Pulitzer Prize-winning book, Jared Diamond asks how and why some societies become more successful than others. He looks at environmental factors such as climate, landforms, plants and animals that influenced the development of human civilizations across the globe. For who is this book for ? “Guns, Germs and Steel” is an outstanding book [...]

This book tells the story of Quanah Parker, a Comanche Indian chief who led his tribe during an era of great change and upheaval. Drawing on extensive research, S. C. Gwynne provides a compelling account of the rise and fall of the Comanches, as well as their interactions with white settlers and government officials. This [...]

The Devil in the White City tells the true story of two men – one, a brilliant architect and designer, and the other, a serial killer who used the fairgrounds as his playground. Set at the 1893 World’s Fair in Chicago, this is an edge-of-your seat thriller that weaves together themes of murder, magic, and [...]

In her new book, Not One Inch: America, Russia and the Making of Post-Cold War Stalemate (Harvard University Press), Professor M.E. Sarotte argues that successive administrations in Washington and Moscow have allowed a legacy of distrust to prevent them from making progress on critical global issues. Drawing on archival research and interviews with policymakers Past [...]

The Autobiography of Malcolm X is the story of one man’s remarkable journey from street criminal to international spokesman for black rights. Told in his own words, this powerful account chronicles Malcolm X’s life as a self-taught intellectual, uncensored rebel, and public figure who challenged white America – head on. This edition of the Autobiography [...]

The Nine tells the remarkable story of nine women who banded together to survive Nazi Germany. Faced with incredible danger and hardship, these brave women helped one another through desperate times and ultimately emerged stronger than ever. From imprisonment in concentration camps to the struggle for basic necessities like food and clothing, their tenacity is [...]