Our review of : The Autobiography of Malcolm X

Talking to Strangers is a book by Malcolm Gladwell about the dangers of misjudging people we don’t know. For who is this book for ? It is for people who want to understand how to deal with the dangers of misjudging others, and learn more about why it’s important to try and get to know [...]

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 [...]

In Outliers, Malcolm Gladwell examines the factors that contribute to exceptional success. He argues that it is not simply a matter of talent or luck, but rather the result of specific circumstances and opportunities. Drawing on extensive research, Gladwell identifies 10 “outlier” traits that are often associated with extraordinary achievement. For who is this book [...]

William Barr, who served as America’s Attorney General from 1991 to 1993, offers an insider’s perspective on the workings of government in this engaging and highly readable memoir. Barr takes readers behind the scenes at critical moments in history, including his service during Operation Desert Storm and the 1992 presidential election recount. He also provides [...]

Isabel Wilkerson’s Pulitzer Prize-winning book “Caste” tells the story of African Americans who, over six generations and more than 200 years, have experienced every imaginable form of discrimination. Drawing on family interviews, personal narratives and historical documentation, Wilkerson brilliantly illuminates America’s dark history with regard to race relations. The culmination of a decade’s worth of [...]

Not One Inch tells the story of how the United States and Russia failed to resolve their differences after the Cold War, leading to a dangerous post-Cold War stalemate. It is based on extensive research in both Russian and American archives, as well as interviews with key decisionmakers on both sides. For who is this [...]

In Blink, Malcolm Gladwell argues that the human brain can make snap judgments based on very limited information. These judgments are often more accurate than reasoned decisions made after careful deliberation. Gladwell provides numerous examples from a variety of fields to support his argument. For who is this book for ? Blink is for anyone [...]

Looking back at the 1990s, journalist Chuck Klosterman asks whether we overvalued or underrated the decade. In this book, he provides a thoughtful and provocative look at such topics as grunge rock, Bill Clinton’s sex scandals, The OJ Simpson trial, September 11th and more. Along the way he interviews dozens of prominent cultural figures including [...]

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 [...]

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 monumental book details the history of the United States from a different perspective than what is typically taught in schools. Howard Zinn, a professor and historian, provides an account of American history that focuses on the struggles and successes of average people – rather than powerful political and economic leaders. A People’s History Of [...]

The 1619 Project is a new origin story for the United States, one that takes into account the central role of slavery in shaping our country. Written by Nikole Hannah-Jones, one of America’s most acclaimed journalists covering racial injustice, this ambitious and groundbreaking work tells the story not only of black Americans but also of [...]