Economics & Money
The Man Without a Face
Masha Gessen
A gripping account of Vladimir Putin's ascent to power, revealing the dark underbelly of Russian politics and the forces that shaped the leader who would come to dominate the world stage. From his obscure beginnings in Leningrad to the presidency, this is the story of a man who rose from nothing to become one of the most influential figures of our time.
The Road to Unfreedom
Timothy Snyder
In The Road to Unfreedom, Timothy Snyder explores the rise of a new form of authoritarianism in Russia, Europe, and America. He argues that the politics of inevitability and eternity have eroded civic responsibility and opened the door to political fiction and the manipulation of truth. From Russia's invasion of Ukraine to the election of Donald Trump, Snyder connects the dots and reveals the dangers of a world where facts are malleable and the future is uncertain.
Woke, Inc.
Vivek Ramaswamy
An inside look at how corporate America's embrace of social justice is a scam that robs you of your money, your voice, and your identity. Exposing the woke-industrial complex and its impact on American democracy, this book reveals how big business, corrupt politicians, and autocratic dictators collude to undermine American values.
Lost in Work
Amelia Horgan
A searing analysis of the contemporary crisis of work, Lost in Work challenges the tidy narrative of progress around work and calls into question the very foundations of society. It explores how work under capitalism is bad for all of us, even in more secure and better-paid positions, and argues that we cannot get our lives back without radically changing the very foundations of society.
The FairTax Book
Neal Boortz
An examination of the FairTax proposal to replace existing income taxes with a national retail sales tax. The book explores the history of income tax, the impact of withholding, and the potential economic benefits of the FairTax system, arguing for a simpler, fairer, and more transparent method of funding the federal government.
Salted: A Food Manifesto for the Future
Mark Bittman
A collection of writings from the New York Times exploring the vast and varied topics of food, agriculture, environment, labor, legislation, health, hunger, diet, cooking, and food safety. It presents a mosaic of problems and solutions related to our food system, from the impact of agriculture on the environment to the health consequences of the standard American diet.
A World in Disarray
Richard Haass
An insightful analysis of the current state of global affairs, exploring the unraveling of the old world order and the challenges facing American foreign policy in an era of increasing disarray. Richard Haass examines the historical context, current geopolitical landscape, and potential future trajectories, offering a compelling perspective on the forces shaping our world.
Abolish Rent
Tracy Rosenthal
Abolish Rent is a powerful call to action, urging readers to challenge the current housing system and reclaim sovereignty over our shared spaces. Through meticulous research and compelling narratives, the authors expose the exploitative nature of rent and offer a roadmap for building a tenant-powered movement capable of winning radical change.