Top Book Summary in History & Society

Black woman's daring masquerade rewrites history in America's gilded elite

Underground survivors uncover lethal truths in a dystopian silo society.

Inspiring memoir of a hotel manager who saved over 1,200 lives during the Rwandan genocide through courage and diplomacy.

Journey through 5,000 years of clown history, from sacred Egyptian rituals to modern circus performers. Discover how these mysterious figures evolved from divine entertainers to social commentators-and sometimes into our darkest fears.

Discover how American Saddlebreds evolved from colonial utility horses to spectacular show animals capable of five distinct gaits through selective breeding and a fascinating genetic mutation.

Groundbreaking study revealing humans' shocking tendency to obey authority, even when ordered to inflict harm on others.

A poignant memoir exploring grief, identity, and cultural connection through food after losing a Korean mother to cancer.

Israeli agents hunt down Adolf Eichmann in a gripping tale of justice and morality.

A piercing critique of truth's erosion in modern America, tracing roots from postmodernism to Trump's era.

A gripping time-travel thriller where a teacher attempts to prevent JFK's assassination, altering history and facing unforeseen consequences.

A compelling case for embracing immigration, arguing it benefits both host countries and immigrants through economic and cultural enrichment.

Discover the underwhelming side of Hamburg's famous attractions - from overripe fruit at the Fish Market to the reality of the Reeperbahn. A tongue-in-cheek guide to the city's most disappointing spots.

Explore how shared myths and revolutions shaped humanity in Yuval Noah Harari's groundbreaking book. From our cognitive leap to agricultural transformation, discover why Sapiens has captivated millions worldwide.

Explores how human intelligence relies on collective knowledge, challenging our assumptions about individual understanding and decision-making processes.

A gripping account of the deadliest Ebola outbreak, exploring heroic efforts to contain the virus and ethical dilemmas faced.

A chilling dystopian novel exploring female subjugation in a totalitarian society where fertile women are enslaved as reproductive vessels.

Epic poem exploring humanity's fall from grace, featuring Satan's rebellion and Adam and Eve's temptation in Eden.

Biographical account of Russian royalty