Top Book Summary in History & Society

A powerful exposé of how austerity policies have devastated disabled people's lives, demanding urgent change and social justice.

Journalist goes undercover as low-wage worker, exposing harsh realities of America's working poor in eye-opening social experiment.

Carl Sagan defends science against pseudoscience, promoting critical thinking and skepticism.

Hopeful fantasy where court intrigue meets linguistic brilliance and warmth.

Comprehensive biography of Muhammad Ali, revealing the flawed man behind the legendary boxer and cultural icon.

A Buddhist guide to harnessing anger for social change and spiritual growth, blending wisdom with practical exercises.

Explores timeless wisdom on love, work, and life's big questions to help readers craft a more meaningful existence.

Exploring the tension between AI's remarkable benefits and its potential risks, from extinction scenarios to economic disruption, guided by expert concerns and practical preparedness strategies.

Discover how a Kipchak slave boy became history's most feared military genius, revolutionizing warfare to defeat the unstoppable Mongols through strategic brilliance and psychological mastery.

Epic biography of Toussaint Louverture, Haitian revolutionary leader who fought for freedom and shaped the postcolonial world.

Social media fame turns deadly in this mind-bending digital thriller.

Explore America's turbulent journey from declaring independence to establishing a constitutional republic, revealing how the fragile Confederation period ultimately led to a revolutionary new form of government.

A Holocaust survivor's poignant reflections on commonly asked questions, offering profound insights into human resilience and historical memory.

Compelling case for affluent individuals to fight global poverty through ethical and practical charitable giving.

A nuanced biography unveiling Simone de Beauvoir's evolution as a philosopher, feminist, and original thinker beyond Sartre's shadow.

A powerful Holocaust memoir of survival, love, and hope amid unimaginable horrors, based on a young woman's experiences.

Explore the revival of Slavic paganism embraced by urban professionals seeking authentic cultural connections. We'll uncover the beliefs, customs, and practices of this growing movement that blends ancestral wisdom with modern life.

Twelve hours to fall in love before worlds forever separate.