Our review of : The Ethical Slut

“The Bond King” tells the story of legendary investment advisor Bill Gross and his rise to power in the bond market. It charts his spectacular fall from grace, culminating in his 2014 firing from PIMCO, the largest bond fund in the world. Alongside this personal account is a broader history of Wall Street’s fascination with [...]

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 [...]

In “How to Be Perfect”, Michael Schur provides the perfect answer to every moral question. He covers everything from morality in politics, business, and personal relationships to more controversial topics like abortion, euthanasia, and animal rights. With clear explanations and well-argued arguments, Schur makes it easy for readers to develop their own ethical framework based [...]

Mythos is a book by Stephen Fry that delves deep into the origins of various Greek myths. Fry provides his own interpretations and theories about how these timeless stories may have come to be, shedding light on their hidden messages and meanings. This insightful book is perfect for anyone interested in ancient mythology or looking [...]

In his new book, “The Color of Law,” Richard Rothstein argues that government policy was responsible for segregation in America, not private enterprise. Using historical examples and data, he makes the case that from Reconstruction to the present day, explicit racial discrimination by governments at all levels has been a key factor in creating and [...]

The Coddling of the American Mind is a book about how good intentions and bad ideas are setting up a generation for failure. The author, Jonathan Haidt, argues that young people today have been raised with an excessive focus on safety and comfort, which has left them unprepared for life in the real world. He [...]

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 [...]

The Road to Unfreedom is a book by Timothy Snyder that deals with the history of Russia, Europe, and America. Snyder argues that Vladimir Putin’s regime in Russia represents a fundamental threat to democracy in Europe and the United States. For who is this book for ? The Road to Unfreedom may be of particular [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

The Splendid and the Vile tells the story of Winston Churchill’s family during the Blitz. Erik Larson weaves together historical fact with personal stories to create a compelling narrative that explores Churchill’s life as both a public figure and private individual. The book paints an intimate portrait of one man’s determination in the face of [...]