Our review of : French Revolution

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 [...]

The Color of Law tells the forgotten story of how our government segregated America. Using extensive research and compelling storytelling, author Richard Rothstein provides a timely and important history lesson that is essential for understanding race relations in America today. For who is this book for ? This book is for anyone who wants to [...]

Red Notice tells the story of how Russian oligarch, Sergei Magnitsky exposed a $230 million tax fraud scheme perpetrated by government officials and their cronies. When Magnitsky reported the crime to authorities, he was arrested and thrown in prison where he was tortured until he died. Furious at this injustice, Bill Browder set out to [...]

In 1995, Barack Obama visited Kenya for the first time since he was two years old. He had come to see the land of his father’s birth and to learn more about the country where his family came from. Nearly two decades later, as president of the United States, he returned to Africa—this time with [...]

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 Way Forward is a history book written by Robert O’Neill. The book chronicles some of the most pivotal moments in human history, and examines how individuals have faced and overcome adversity to create lasting legacies. O’Neill draws on his own experiences as a Navy Seal officer to provide insights into what it takes to [...]

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 [...]

David Graeber’s The Dawn of Everything is a comprehensive and insightful history of humanity that offers readers a new perspective on the origins and development of our species. From prehistoric times to the present day, Graeber provides an engaging and accessible account of human civilization that will appeal to anyone interested in learning more about [...]

This book is a comprehensive history of Nazi Germany from its earliest origins to the end of World War II. It provides detailed information on all aspects of life in Nazi Germany, from politics and government to education and propaganda. For who is this book for ? This book provides an in-depth exploration of all [...]

In The Nineties, Chuck Klosterman examines the era-defining decade through a cultural lens. He explores how technologies like cell phones and the internet changed both our personal lives and public discourse; he considers what made Kurt Cobain such an influential musician and why America’s politicians became so unpopular; he looks at how various figures—from Jean-Claude [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]