Top Book Summary in History & Society

Essays by black women writers celebrating identity and literature.

Discover how Romans revolutionized architecture with concrete, domes, and arches, creating 2,000-year-old structures still standing today. From the Pantheon to aqueducts, explore the engineering genius behind history's most enduring buildings.

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

A gripping true story of Indian workers escaping forced labor in America, exposing human trafficking and immigrant exploitation.

A powerful memoir of a young man's journey through conversion therapy, exploring identity, faith, and family relationships.

Discover why economic policy isn't about rational self-interest-it's about competing values and visions of society. Explore fascinating research on how our deepest beliefs drive everything from tax preferences to climate action.

A fascinating journey through human evolution, revealing how our ancient past shapes modern health challenges and future adaptations.

Dive into Erin Watt's captivating world where street-smart Ella must navigate the hostile Royal dynasty's web of grief, privilege, and betrayal. A compelling exploration of identity, power, and the courage to choose authenticity over fairy tales.

A comprehensive guide to restarting civilization after an apocalypse, covering essential scientific and technological knowledge for survival and rebuilding.

Economists explore rising mortality among middle-aged white Americans, linking economic inequality to deaths from suicide, drugs, and alcohol.

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

A gripping exploration of extreme heat's devastating impact on our planet and the urgent need for climate action.

A comprehensive guide to meatless cooking, featuring diverse recipes and techniques for creating delicious vegetarian meals at home.

Explore the distinct values behind French, Italian, and Dutch women's fashion - from French effortless elegance and quality investments to Italian craftsmanship and bold expression.

Healing generational wounds: slavery's enduring trauma and America's path forward

A gripping memoir of a pioneering FBI profiler, exploring serial killers' minds and challenges faced as a woman in law enforcement.

Holocaust survivor's inspiring journey from Auschwitz to becoming a renowned tailor, dressing presidents and celebrities in America.

Exposing King Leopold's brutal Congo empire through heroism and humanitarian crisis.