Napoleon the Great
Andrew Roberts
A detailed biography of Napoleon Bonaparte, drawing on his extensive letters and the accounts of those who knew him. It explores his personality, policies, motives, and achievements, offering a fresh perspective on his life and legacy.
From Silk to Silicon
Jeffrey E. Garten
Explore the captivating story of globalization through the lives of ten extraordinary individuals who shaped our interconnected world. From Genghis Khan to Margaret Thatcher, discover the untold stories of those who defied the odds and left an indelible mark on history.
The Stranger in the Woods
Michael Finkel
The incredible true story of Christopher Knight, a man who walked into the Maine woods in 1986 and lived alone for 27 years, stealing from nearby cabins to survive, until his capture in 2013. This book explores his motivations, his survival, and the impact of his actions on the surrounding community.
Dreams from My Father
Barack Obama
In this compelling memoir, Barack Obama recounts his journey of self-discovery, tracing his roots from a childhood in Hawaii and Indonesia to his search for identity as a young African American. A future president grapples with race, family, and the meaning of home in this deeply personal story.
Maid: Hard Work, Low Pay, and a Mother's Will to Survive
Stephanie Land
A poignant and unflinching memoir of a single mother's struggle to escape poverty and provide a better life for her daughter, working as a maid while navigating the complexities of government assistance and societal judgment. This is a story of resilience, love, and the pursuit of the American dream against all odds.
Balloon
Unknown
A collection of humorous and insightful stories from the author's life, starting with childhood memories of getting stuck in a bucket and an obsession with a neighbor named Richard. The author reflects on the powerlessness and absurdity of life's experiences, inviting readers to laugh along the way.
The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks
Rebecca Skloot
A remarkable true story of a poor black tobacco farmer whose cells, taken without her knowledge in 1951, became one of the most important tools in medicine, and the impact on her family.
Alex & Me
Irene M. Pepperberg
A scientist recounts her thirty-year journey of discovery and companionship with Alex, an African Grey parrot, revealing the bird's remarkable cognitive abilities and the profound impact he had on our understanding of animal intelligence. This is a story of groundbreaking research, unexpected emotional bonds, and the extraordinary connection between humans and animals.