Top Book Summary in History & Society

A provocative exploration of America's frontier myth, from westward expansion to Trump's border wall, challenging notions of exceptionalism.

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

Male loneliness epidemic: causes and five evidence-based solutions.

Explore how AI, robotics, quantum computing, and fusion energy are converging to reshape civilization itself. From brain-computer interfaces to trillion-dollar economic impacts, we're at the most consequential crossroads in human history.

Electric gospel pioneer who blazed trails, then vanished into history.

An in-depth exploration of Marxism-Leninism's century-plus journey from 19th-century theory to modern implementations across Russia, China, Vietnam, and Cuba. We examine both remarkable successes and devastating failures of this world-shaping ideology.

A.O. Scott defends criticism as a noble, creative, and urgent activity in modern life.

Provocative examination of welfare's unintended consequences, revealing how it traps recipients in poverty and discourages employment.

Comprehensive history of energy's impact on human society from prehistory to modern times.

Revolution ignites as fairy tale meets sci-fi in epic finale.

Thought-provoking columns on food politics, sustainability, and health, offering wisdom on navigating our complex food system and making informed choices.

Compelling profiles of extreme altruists who sacrifice everything to help others, exploring the ethics and psychology of radical do-gooders.

Unravels America's political divide through consumer choices, revealing how mundane preferences reflect deeper ideological rifts shaping our polarized society.

Influential essays advocating for the U.S. Constitution, written by Founding Fathers to persuade states to ratify the document.

A gripping account of young women's fight for justice against radium poisoning in early 20th century America.

A comprehensive economic history of Hawaii, from Polynesian settlement to statehood, examining its unique institutional evolution and development.

Explore how social media platforms have transformed political discourse, creating tension between democratic potential and corporate control in the digital public sphere.

Explore America's turbulent journey from declaring independence to establishing a constitutional republic, revealing how the fragile Confederation period ultimately led to a revolutionary new form of government.