Questions I Am Asked About the Holocaust
Hédi Fried
In this poignant and thought-provoking book, Hédi Fried, a Holocaust survivor, answers the questions she is most frequently asked by young people about her experiences during the Holocaust. Her powerful testimony and reflections offer invaluable lessons about the past and the importance of preventing such atrocities from happening again.
The Color of Law
Richard Rothstein
An examination of how federal, state, and local governments systematically imposed residential segregation in every major metropolitan area in the United States, creating a legacy of inequality that persists to this day. It challenges the myth of de facto segregation and exposes the unconstitutional policies that shaped the racial landscape of America.
America Before
Graham Hancock
Graham Hancock presents compelling evidence that the Americas were inhabited far earlier than previously accepted, potentially by a sophisticated civilization lost to time. He explores archaeological discoveries, genetic anomalies, and ancient myths to challenge established paradigms and reveal a new understanding of human history in the Americas.
The Devil in the White City
Erik Larson
The interwoven stories of the architect Daniel Burnham and the serial killer H.H. Holmes, set against the backdrop of the 1893 Chicago World's Fair. A gripping narrative of ambition, innovation, and unspeakable evil in a city on the cusp of greatness.
Secondhand Time
Svetlana Alexievich
An epic oral history of Russia and the former Soviet Union, told through the voices of ordinary citizens who experienced the collapse of communism and the transition to a new era. Nobel laureate Svetlana Alexievich captures the hopes, dreams, and disillusionments of a generation grappling with the legacy of the Soviet past and the uncertainties of the future.
Atomic Accidents
James Mahaffey
A gripping exploration of nuclear meltdowns and disasters throughout history, from the early days of radiation discovery to the Fukushima Daiichi tragedy. This book delves into the engineering failures, philosophical questions, and human errors that have shaped our understanding of nuclear power, offering a unique perspective on the raw and sometimes disturbing side of engineering.
Impeachment
Jeffrey A. Engel
Explore the history of presidential impeachments in the United States, from Andrew Johnson to Bill Clinton, and the constitutional considerations behind this formidable political tool. Discover how impeachments have shaped American politics and left lasting scars on the nation's unity.
Zero Fail
Carol Leonnig
A behind-the-scenes look at the United States Secret Service, from its origins to its current state. The book explores the agency's successes and failures, its internal struggles, and the challenges it faces in protecting the president and the country. It is a story of bravery and venality, heroism and incompetence, and the ever-present tension between security and symbolism in American democracy.