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How Democracies Die

How Democracies Die

A riveting exploration of the decline of democracies and how citizens can protect them from authoritarianism.
A Grain of Wheat

A Grain of Wheat

A Grain of Wheat is a captivating novel of Kenya's struggle for independence and its aftermath.
The Broken Ladder: How Inequality Affects the Way We Think, Live, and Die

The Broken Ladder: How Inequality Affects the Way We Think, Live, and Die

A compelling exploration of the damaging psychological effects of inequality in modern society and what we can do to confront them.
Futureface: A Family Mystery, an Epic Quest, and the Secret to Belonging

Futureface: A Family Mystery, an Epic Quest, and the Secret to Belonging

An exploration of identity and belonging centering around a family's journey of uncovering their past to shape their future.
Washington Black: A novel

Washington Black: A novel

"Washington Black": A thrilling adventure novel of a slave and scientist who must risk life and freedom to escape.
There There: A novel

There There: A novel

A heart-breaking story of modern-day indigenous lives from Oakland, California, with a visceral and empowering message of unity.
Immigrant, Montana: A novel

Immigrant, Montana: A novel

A poignant and inspiring story of a young immigrant battling with identity struggles and cultural differences.
Feel Free: Essays

Feel Free: Essays

A thought-provoking collection of essays exploring contemporary culture, politics and the human condition by acclaimed novelist Zadie Smith.
Asymmetry: A Novel

Asymmetry: A Novel

A complex literary exploration of modern relationships, perception and the power of love between two seemingly different people.
Green Hills of Africa

Green Hills of Africa

A heartwarming story of an African safari and a meditation on the joy of hunting, written by Ernest Hemingway.
The Dharma Bums

The Dharma Bums

Kerouac's novel about two hippies and their adventures in search of spiritual enlightenment.
Imprudent King: A New Life of Philip II

Imprudent King: A New Life of Philip II

The book explores Philip II's legacy and his impact on 16th century Europe, demystifying his life through a comprehensive biographical narrative.
Win Bigly: Persuasion in a World Where Facts Don’t Matter

Win Bigly: Persuasion in a World Where Facts Don’t Matter

Scott Adams' debut book explores the power of persuasion, how facts often lack importance in today's world and how to win bigly in such situations.
Master of the Senate: The Years of Lyndon Johnson III

Master of the Senate: The Years of Lyndon Johnson III

The biography chronicles the political battles and legislative victories of President Lyndon B. Johnson in the Senate.
Augustus: The Life of Rome’s First Emperor

Augustus: The Life of Rome’s First Emperor

A fascinating biography of the legendary Emperor Augustus, Rome's first leader, and the impact he had on the city's history.
Dreyfus: Politics, Emotion, and the Scandal of the Century

Dreyfus: Politics, Emotion, and the Scandal of the Century

An emotional analysis of the 19th century Dreyfus Affair, exploring the politics and scandal of one of history's most notorious trials.
With Malice Toward None: A Life of Abraham Lincoln

With Malice Toward None: A Life of Abraham Lincoln

This biography sheds light on the life of one of the greatest presidents in US history--Abraham Lincoln.
The Tigress of Forli: Renaissance Italy’s Most Courageous and Notorious Countess, Caterina Riario Sforza de’ Medici

The Tigress of Forli: Renaissance Italy’s Most Courageous and Notorious Countess, Caterina Riario Sforza de’ Medici

The Tigress of Forli tells the story of Caterina Riario Sforza de’ Medici, a powerful 15th-century Italian countess renowned for her courage and will.
The Devils of Loudun

The Devils of Loudun

Historical account of demonic possession in 17th century France, focusing on a scandalous trial of an Ursuline convent.
How to Write an Autobiographical Novel: Essays

How to Write an Autobiographical Novel: Essays

Collection of autobiographical essays about identity and liberation, exploring both the possibilities and limitations of the writer's life.
The Personality Brokers: The Strange History of Myers-Briggs and the Birth of Personality Testing

The Personality Brokers: The Strange History of Myers-Briggs and the Birth of Personality Testing

The book tells the story of the creators of the Myers-Briggs Test and its journey to becoming the world's most popular personality assessment.
Into the Raging Sea: Thirty-Three Mariners, One Megastorm, and the Sinking of El Faro

Into the Raging Sea: Thirty-Three Mariners, One Megastorm, and the Sinking of El Faro

True story of crew aboard cargo ship caught in a hurricane and sinking of El Faro.
Teaching to Transgress

Teaching to Transgress

Bell Hooks' "Teaching to Transgress" explores how education can enlighten and empower individuals and transform society.
Crushing It!: How Great Entrepreneurs Build Their Business and Influence-and How You Can, Too

Crushing It!: How Great Entrepreneurs Build Their Business and Influence-and How You Can, Too

A book about building businesses and modern approaches to developing a successful career, by renowned entrepreneur Gary Vaynerchuk.
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