Top Book Summary in History & Society

Explores how brain hemispheres shape our perception, arguing the right hemisphere's primacy for a more balanced worldview and fulfilling life.

Nobel laureate Shirin Ebadi's powerful memoir of fighting for human rights and justice in Iran despite persecution and threats.

Exposing the dark impact of porn on society and sexuality

Dragons divide, queens unite: feminist fantasy redefines ancient enemies.

Explore the dramatic decline of Japan's notorious crime syndicates, from their feudal origins and open operations to their modern corporate evolution and international expansion.

Comprehensive biography of Lyndon B. Johnson

The rise of Bitcoin through its colorful pioneers and global impact.

A captivating journey through sushi's history, from ancient origins to modern culinary art, blending science, culture, and gastronomy.

A thought-provoking collection of essays addressing India's challenges and proposing solutions for a progressive, modern nation.

Biography of a pioneering female physician and suffragist.

An intimate look at the controversial media figure Tucker Carlson, exploring his upbringing, career, and influential voice in American politics.

Reclaim education: student voices over standardized metrics for true equity.

Explore Merlin's fascinating evolution from ancient Welsh mythology through Geoffrey of Monmouth's medieval tales to modern films and TV series. Discover the literary sources that shaped this iconic wizard and get recommendations for the best Merlin adaptations on screen.

Two hosts dissect the industrial food conspiracy making us sick, comparing insights from van Tulleken, Schatzker, Attia, and Greger on ultra-processed foods, metabolic dysfunction, and practical habit strategies that actually work in real life.

A captivating exploration of how Earth's geological forces have profoundly influenced human civilization, from evolution to modern politics.

Explore how the War of 1812, despite America's naval disadvantage against Britain, transformed from a bold gamble into a pivotal moment that forged American national identity and exceptionalism.

Investigative journalist exposes Jeffrey Epstein's sex trafficking ring, uncovering a web of power, corruption, and silenced victims.

A compelling chronicle of how economists reshaped global politics and markets in the late 20th century.