Top Book Summary in History & Society

A powerful memoir exploring racial identity, challenging white privilege, and embracing Black dignity in America's complex social landscape.

Former FBI deputy director's insider account of protecting America, revealing tensions between law enforcement and the Trump administration.

Philosophical examination of gaslighting, its moral implications, and its impact on interpersonal relationships.

A thrilling quest unravels ancient secrets hidden in Da Vinci's art, challenging religious history and sparking a dangerous pursuit.

Poverty transformed into poetry: one man's Irish childhood remembered.

An eye-opening journey into North Korea, revealing the stark realities of life under the world's most repressive regime.

A provocative reframing of US history from Indigenous perspectives, challenging colonial narratives and revealing centuries of Native resistance.

Discover the overlooked fundamentals that transform good players into great ones, from skating mechanics to science-backed training methods that professionals use to dominate the game.

A raw, poetic exploration of Asian American identity, racism, and the complex emotions of existing between cultures.

Media's self-inflicted corruption: how journalism betrays American democracy.

Epic medieval poem of heroism, betrayal and Christian valor in Charlemagne's battle against Muslim forces in Spain.

A scathing critique of Republican governance, examining decades of damage to America's core democratic institutions and constitutional framework.

Une analyse des racines historiques et territoriales du conflit entre deux peuples revendiquant la même terre, depuis les mouvements nationalistes jusqu'aux cycles actuels de violence et tentatives de paix.

A young girl's courage and kindness prevail despite hardship and loss.

A deep dive into why adult male friendship matters more than culture admits, exploring how sexual orientation and political polarization create unspoken tensions in our most meaningful relationships-and what we can actually do about it.

Insightful analysis of Russia's ideology, exploring how historical pillars shape Putin's regime and its confrontation with the West.

A reluctant hobbit embarks on an epic quest with dwarves to reclaim treasure from a fearsome dragon, discovering courage along the way.

Discover how 18th-century pirates weren't just treasure hunters-they were maritime revolutionaries who created floating democracies, challenged empires, and pioneered progressive governance centuries ahead of their time.