Our review of : Empire of the Summer Moon

Kitchen Confidential is a book by Anthony Bourdain that chronicles his years spent working in restaurant kitchens. The book details the various behind-the-scenes antics and dark secrets of the culinary world, as well as providing insights into Bourdain’s personal life. Kitchen Confidential was an instant hit upon its release, and has since become a classic [...]

In 1942, nine Jewish women banded together in an attic in Nazi Germany to resist the evils of the Holocaust. This is their story—of courage, defiance, and strength in the face of unimaginable terror. The Nine tells the remarkable tale of these brave women who risked everything to save themselves and each other during one [...]

In the 1920s, members of the Osage Indian Nation in Oklahoma were killed one by one. Some said that it was because they had become rich from oil drilling on their land; others whispered about a curse. Investigators at the time could not solve these crimes, but author David Grann resurrects this shocking chapter in [...]

In Love is a powerful, moving memoir from acclaimed author Amy Bloom. This intimate and heart-wrenching story tells the story of one woman’s journey through love and loss, charting both the highs and lows of her life as she experiences romantic relationships, becomes a mother, and deals with the death of her father. Honest, insightful, [...]

Tara Westover is the youngest of seven children born to survivalists in the mountains of Idaho. She spent her childhood preparing for the end of the world, learning how to shoot guns and stockpile food. When she was seventeen, her family moved out of the mountains and into civilization, where she discovered education-and a new [...]

When Masha Gessen was a teenager in the Soviet Union, she dreamt of being Vladimir Putin. She even wanted to marry him. A few decades later, when Putin had finally consolidated his power as Russia’s president-for-life and started hunting down his enemies, Gessen realized how dangerous it was to have such a man with such [...]

This book tells the story of Eddie Van Halen, one of the world’s most influential and iconic guitar players. Through conversations with Tolinski, Van Halen reflects on his life and career, from his early days playing in garage bands to becoming a rock star. He offers insights into his music-making process, discussing everything from songwriting [...]

The Unseen Body is a fascinating journey through the hidden wonders of human anatomy as experienced by Dr. Jonathan Reisman. It offers readers an intimate and insightful look at the inner workings of the human body, from muscle to bone, nerve to organ. Interspersed with personal stories detailing his own experiences as a doctor, Dr. [...]

When Bob Odenkirk was just starting out in the comedy world, he met an outrageous and unpredictable performer named Richard Belzer. The two bonded over their love of improvisational theater and soon became great friends. This book tells the story of their decades-long friendship—a sometimes turbulent, always hilarious relationship that has lasted through good times [...]

Marie Yovanovitch’s Lessons from the Edge is a riveting memoir about her extraordinary 33-year career as a diplomat. From serving in war zones to negotiating with world leaders, she has been tested time and again. This unflinchingly honest account shows what it takes to thrive under high pressure and volatility – and how we can [...]

How Do I Un-Remember This? is a heartfelt and humorous collection of autobiographical essays by Danny Pellegrino. From first loves to family drama, the stories in this book are unfortunately true – but they’re also laugh-out-loud funny. With his trademark wit and unapologetic honesty, Pellegrino offers readers an entertaining look at his life so far. [...]

This hilarious and candid autobiography from one of the funniest men in show business details Mel Brooks’ life story, from his early years in Brooklyn to his time as a writer for Sid Caesar’s “Your Show of Shows” to his Oscar-winning movie career. Insightful, irreverent, and irresistible, this is an unforgettable look at an amazing [...]