Top Book Summary in History & Society

Tracing the 4,000-year evolution of monotheism in Judaism, Christianity, and Islam.

Banking's secret power elite: where unelected money masters rule finance.

Empowering guide for empaths and introverts to make meaningful social impact through alternative, sustainable activism pathways tailored to their strengths.

A compelling call to revitalize American democracy by balancing rights with civic duties and responsibilities.

Ancient wisdom on strategy and leadership, annotated for modern relevance in business, politics, and personal life.

Discover how Avery Brundage's 1966 donation of 7,700 Asian artifacts—despite his controversial legacy—formed the foundation of San Francisco's Asian Art Museum, now housing 18,000 works spanning 6,000 years.

A witty, behind-the-scenes look at dictionary-making that reveals the quirky world of lexicography and celebrates the complexity of language.

A gripping exploration of juvenile rehabilitation, following violent offenders' transformative journeys at a groundbreaking Texas correctional facility.

A raw memoir of redemption from crime to activism

Seven popes, shocking secrets, and the battle for Catholicism's soul.

The US military just captured Venezuela's President Maduro in a massive operation involving 150 aircraft. Trump declared the US will temporarily 'run' Venezuela and deploy American oil companies, sparking global controversy.

An intimate portrait of Ernest Hemingway's final years, revealing the legendary author's brilliance, vulnerabilities, and larger-than-life persona.

Explore how the First Continental Congress of 1774 unified thirteen separate colonies through economic warfare and political coordination, setting the stage for American independence before shots were ever fired.

Discover how America's longest-running cartoon became an accidental masterclass in human psychology. From family dynamics to cognitive biases, explore three decades of psychological insights hidden in Springfield.

A provocative exploration of child development, challenging the belief that parenting style determines children's outcomes in life.

Nobel Prize-winning economists tackle pressing global issues, offering evidence-based solutions for a more equitable and compassionate world.

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

A provocative critique of mid-20th century sociology, advocating for a humanistic approach connecting personal troubles to broader social issues.