Our review of : Armenian Genocide

The Way I Heard it is a collection of short, true stories from Mike Rowe’s varied and interesting life. The anecdotes are engaging, humorous, and sometimes shocking – but always told with the trademark wit and intelligence that has made Rowe one of America’s most beloved storytellers. From his early days as a janitor in [...]

Catherine Belton’s “Putin’s People” is an insightful look at the resurgence of the Russian KGB under Vladimir Putin and their subsequent efforts to rebuild Russia’s relationship with the West. Drawing on interviews with key insiders, Belton provides a unique perspective on how Putin has successfully brought back much of the KGB mentality into modern-day Russia [...]

The Road to Unfreedom is a comprehensive and alarming look at the current state of Russia, Europe, and America. Timothy Snyder provides readers with an in-depth analysis of how democracies can succumb to authoritarianism, detailing the warning signs that we should all be aware of. The book is essential reading for anyone who wants to [...]

Killers of the Flower Moon is a nonfiction book by David Grann about the murders of 24 Native Americans in Osage County, Oklahoma during the 1920s. The FBI began investigating these killings in 1924 and was able to solve them with help from Tulsa law enforcement officials and Texas Rangers. For who is this book [...]

Timothy Snyder’s Bloodlands is a disturbing and brilliantly executed study of the area between Hitler and Stalin that accounted for upwards of 14 million deaths. Snyder examines the policies and politics behind this staggering figure, as well as the personal experiences of those who lived through it. The result is both comprehensive and harrowing, painting [...]

This is a book about the end of history and the last man. It was written by Francis Fukuyama, who is a political scientist. In it, he argues that we have reached the END OF HISTORY as we know it, and that modernity has essentially won out over all other ideologies. He also predicts that [...]

In this sweeping, century-spanning history of American race relations, Pulitzer Prize winner Isabel Wilkerson argues that the social caste system in America is not based on skin color but on African Americans’ origin—a “caste” derived from slavery. Wilkerson chronicles two centuries of race relations in America, from the arrival of the first. For who is [...]

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 [...]

This book tells the story of Winston Churchill’s experience during World War II, as well as his family life. It is a compelling account of the Blitz bombings in London and the challenges that both he and his loved ones faced. For who is this book for ? The Splendid and the Vile is a [...]

The Man Without a Face is a riveting and alarming account of the rise to power of Vladimir Putin, one of the most enigmatic and powerful leaders in recent history. Journalist Masha Gessen traces Putin’s trajectory from rural obscurity to president of Russia, uncovering along the way his dark secrets and mysterious past. This richly [...]

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, [...]

Alexander Hamilton tells the riveting story of one of America’s most prominent and controversial Founding Fathers, from his humble beginnings on the Caribbean island of Nevis to his role in creating the United States government. Raised by a single mother, Hamilton was orphaned at a young age and later became a penniless refugee. He taught [...]