Overdressed
Elizabeth L. Cline
An eye-opening exploration into the world of cheap fashion, uncovering its hidden social and environmental costs. From the lure of bargain deals to the impact on global industries, this book reveals the unsettling cycle of consumption and waste that defines our relationship with clothing.
She Said
Jodi Kantor
From the Pulitzer Prize-winning reporters who broke the Harvey Weinstein story, She Said is the definitive account of the investigation that unleashed the #MeToo movement. Kantor and Twohey reveal the inside story of their journey to expose decades of alleged abuse and cover-ups, the wrenching decisions of the women who chose to speak, and the forces that tried to silence them.
Women & Power
Mary Beard
A powerful and insightful exploration of the historical roots of the silencing of women in Western culture. From Telemachus telling Penelope to be quiet in Homer's Odyssey to the abuse women face online today, Mary Beard examines the ways in which women's voices have been excluded from public life and the impact this has had on our society. A must-read for anyone interested in gender equality and the history of power.
The Human Swarm
Mark W. Moffett
An exploration of human societies and how they function, drawing parallels between human and insect societies. It delves into the nature of belonging, foreignness, and the factors that hold societies together, as well as those that cause them to fall apart. From hunter-gatherer tribes to modern nations, this book examines the underlying forces that shape our collective identities and destinies.
Fast Food Nation
Eric Schlosser
An explosive exposé that reveals the disturbing truths behind America's fast food industry, from its impact on our health and environment to its exploitation of workers and manipulation of our culture. A chilling look at the hidden costs of convenience.
Notes from a Small Island
Bill Bryson
Join Bill Bryson on a hilarious and insightful journey through the United Kingdom as he rediscovers the quirks and charms of a small island nation. From bustling cities to quaint villages, experience Britain through the eyes of a witty and observant traveler.
Project Animal Farm
Sonia Faruqi
An investment banker's journey into the world of farming reveals the hidden truths about our food system. From organic dairy farms to artificial insemination, this book uncovers the realities of modern agriculture and its impact on animals and our planet.
White Fragility
Robin DiAngelo
An examination of the system of white-body supremacy, which binds us all as Americans. Robin DiAngelo explicates the underlying Western ideologies of individualism and presumed objectivity that tighten those bonds. But she doesn’t just analyze this system. With authenticity and clarity, she provides the antidote to white fragility and a road map for developing white racial stamina and humility. White Fragility loosens the bonds of white supremacy and binds us back together as human beings.