Our review of : Chinese Mythology

David Graeber’s “The Dawn of Everything” traces the human experience from its first stirrings in Africa to the present day. Blending history, anthropology and philosophy, he offers a sweeping account of how our species has adapted and evolved over time. From early attempts at agriculture to the modern phenomenon of urbanisation, Graeber paints a rich [...]

In Lessons from the Edge, Marie Yovanovitch tells the riveting story of her 33-year career in the U.S. Foreign Service, including her recent tenure as ambassador to Ukraine. From Moscow to Cairo and points beyond, she offers a unique window into global affairs and how they play out on the world stage. But more than [...]

The Devil in the White City by Erik Larson is a nonfiction book about two men – one, Daniel Burnham, who was responsible for the design of the 1893 World’s Columbian Exposition in Chicago and one, H.H. Holmes, America’s first serial killer. The two stories are interwoven to create a compelling narrative that covers not [...]

Kleptopia is a scathing indictment of the pervasive and ever-growing role of corruption in our world today. Award-winning journalist Tom Burgis offers an unvarnished view from the ground up of how dirty money is both fueling and confounding global development, often with deadly consequences. From Nigeria to Bangladesh, Russia to China, Burgis shows how kleptocrats [...]

This book is a biography of Russian president Vladimir Putin, written by Masha Gessen. It traces his life from his humble beginnings as the son of a Soviet bureaucrat to his rise to power as one of the most influential leaders in the world. The Man Without a Face also explores Putin’s controversial policies, including [...]

“The Obstacle Is the Way” is a book about turning trials into triumph, and learning how to face adversity head-on. It was written by Ryan Holiday, an author and marketing strategist who has worked with some of the biggest names in business and politics. The book draws on personal experiences as well as insights from [...]

The book Allow Me to Retort is a Black guy’s guide to the Constitution. It provides an in-depth analysis of the document and its relevance to people of color. The author, Elie Mystal, is a legal editor and commentator who offers his own insights and experiences as a black man living in America. The book [...]

In 12 Seconds in the Dark, veteran police officer John Mattingly provides a firsthand account of the Breonna Taylor raid – one of the most controversial incidents in recent American policing history. On March 18, 2012, SWAT officers descended on the home of 19-year-old Breonna Taylor and her two young children, purportedly acting on information [...]

Four Thousand Weeks is a time management guide for mortals written by Oliver Burkeman. The book provides readers with practical tips and strategies on how to effectively manage their time and live a productive life. It includes real-life case studies of people who have successfully applied the techniques discussed in the book. For who is [...]

A New Earth is a book by Eckhart Tolle that discusses the need for personal growth and spiritual development in order to achieve an awakened state of being. The book emphasizes the importance of living in the present moment and rids readers of their ego-based delusions that hinder them from achieving true happiness. For who [...]

A Promised Land is about Barack Obama’s journey from young man searching for his identity to the 44th President of the United States. This book tells the story of how he became motivated by politics and what inspired him to run for office. It also includes excerpts from speeches that Obama has given throughout his [...]

Glenn Beck’s latest book, The Great Reset, is a scathing indictment of the current state of American politics and society. In it, he lays blame for the country’s ills at the feet of Joe Biden and other leading figures in the Democratic Party. He argues that they are paving the way for fascism to take [...]