Top Book Summary in History & Society

Victorian forensics meets Ripper murders in feminist gothic thriller.

A spellbinding conclusion to a magical trilogy, blending romance, history, and supernatural intrigue in a richly imagined world.

A disturbing satire of 1980s Wall Street culture, following a narcissistic banker's descent into violent psychopathy and consumerist excess.

Uncovers how table tennis became a political tool, from its Communist ties to its role in US-China relations.

Exploring psychopathy in CEOs, politicians, and criminals through a gripping investigative journey.

Defiant expose of American imperialism's scars on Marcos-era Philippines.

Journey through the incredible transformation of San Francisco from a tiny Spanish mission to a global powerhouse. Discover how earthquakes, gold rushes, counterculture movements, and tech booms shaped the City by the Bay.

Paine's controversial critique of organized religion and the Bible, advocating reason over revelation in matters of faith and morality.

Dimensional adventure challenges perception, reality, and social hierarchies.

Explore the fascinating intersection of science and football, uncovering the physics and strategies behind America's favorite sport.

The triumph and tragedy of J. Robert Oppenheimer, father of the atomic bomb.

A gripping insider account of the January 6 attack and one Republican's courageous stand against his party's extremism.

Dive into Britain's most contentious food debate! From courtroom battles to AI analysis, we explore the legal, scientific, and philosophical evidence that finally settles whether Jaffa Cakes are cakes or biscuits.

Modern love's messy intimacies, brilliantly dissected through four entangled lives.

Journey through centuries of American history in one remarkable place - from Native American treaties to colonial elegance, revolutionary battles to becoming the nation's first peacetime capital.

A deep dive into three pivotal political strategies reshaping America: the Southern Strategy's racial realignment, Project 2025's administrative capture, and the Network State's tech-enabled exit from traditional democracy.

A compelling exploration of scientific racism's persistence, debunking biological race myths and exposing their dangerous societal impacts.

A groundbreaking exploration of racialized trauma, offering body-centered healing practices to mend generational wounds and overcome racial divides.