Top Book Summary in History & Society

Heartfelt stories of young Thai novice monks, revealing Buddhism's transformative power amid poverty, addiction, and broken homes.

Gripping exploration of Elvis Presley, John Lennon, and Muhammad Ali's meteoric rises and tragic falls from grace.

A practical guide to nonviolent activism, using humor and creativity to overthrow dictators and spark social change.

Exploring how different versions of Little Red Riding Hood - from "Little Price" to "Little Red Hat" - reveal the values, fears, and worldviews of cultures across time and geography.

Explore the Prophet Muhammad's astonishingly accurate predictions—from the Byzantine Empire's unexpected recovery to modern skyscrapers built by 'barefoot Bedouins'—that Muslims consider compelling evidence of divine inspiration.

A concise guide exploring populism's core ideas, key figures, and impact on modern democracy across different regions and movements.

A former lawyer's haunting confession explores guilt, morality, and the human condition in post-war Amsterdam.

Groundbreaking cyberpunk thriller that predicted our digital dystopia

A gripping family drama unfolds when a mother-in-law is found dead, exposing secrets and strained relationships.

Haunting chronicle of preventable tragedy that reshaped nations forever.

A hilarious and heartbreaking insider's look at life as a junior doctor, exposing the harsh realities of the NHS.

Discover Barañain, a small but densely populated Spanish municipality near Pamplona that packs 20,000 residents into just 1.39 square kilometers, making it a fascinating study in urban development and community identity.

A novelist held captive by his deranged fan must write to survive.

Haunting revenge tale unearths America's buried historical horror

Journey beyond Santa into the spine-chilling world of Christmas folklore, from Iceland's mischievous Yule Lads to Krampus and other supernatural beings that have haunted winter celebrations for centuries.

Trevor Noah's poignant memoir of growing up mixed-race in apartheid South Africa.

A witty critique of modern happiness ideals, tracing their evolution and impact on society from psychiatry to corporate culture.

Forbidden passion meets societal ruin in literature's most celebrated tragedy.