Title: Unruly: A History of England’s Kings and Queens Author: David Mitchell In the pantheon of historical accounts, David Mitchell’s “Unruly: A History of England’s Kings and Queens” emerges not just as a chronicle but as a spirited, irreverent jaunt through the annals of English monarchy. Mitchell, with his characteristic wit and an
Title: The Wild Men: The Remarkable Story of Britain’s First Labour Government Author: David Torrance In the annals of British political history, few moments are as pivotal yet as understudied as the ascent of the Labour Party to power in the early 20th century. David Torrance’s latest offering, The Wild Men: The Remarkable
Title: Judgement at Tokyo Authors: Gary J. Bass “Judgement at Tokyo: World War II on Trial and the Making of Modern Asia” by Gary J. Bass presents itself as a pivotal historical examination, casting a penetrating gaze on the post-World War II tribunals that sought to bring Japan’s wartime leaders to account. In
Title: Some People Need Killing Authors: Patricia Evangelista In an era where the sanctity of human life is increasingly under debate, Patricia Evangelista’s “Some People Need Killing” emerges as a harrowing yet essential exploration of the drug war in the Philippines. Evangelista, a seasoned journalist, offers a deeply human chronicle that traverses the
Title: Churchill: An Extraordinary Life Authors: Sarah Gristwood, Margaret Gaskin, National Trust Books In the vast ocean of literature dedicated to the iconic British statesman Winston Churchill, “Churchill: An Extraordinary Life” emerges as a unique and captivating exploration of a man whose legacy is as immense as the history he helped shape. Authored
Title: American Prometheus: The Triumph and Tragedy of J. Robert Oppenheimer Author: Kai Bird and Martin J. Sherwin In “American Prometheus: The Triumph and Tragedy of J. Robert Oppenheimer,” authors Kai Bird and Martin J. Sherwin deliver a meticulously researched and gripping biography of one of the most enigmatic figures of the 20th
Title: The Wager Author: David Grann In the latest offering from the international bestselling author of “Killers of the Flower Moon” and “The Lost City of Z,” “The Wager” presents a riveting narrative that weaves together elements of survival, betrayal, and the quest for justice. Set against the backdrop of the 18th-century imperial
Title: King: The Life of Martin Luther King Author: Jonathan Eig In the realm of literary contributions to the understanding of historical figures, Jonathan Eig’s “King: The Life of Martin Luther King” stands out as a monumental achievement. Recently selected as one of Barack Obama’s favourite books of 2023, this New York Times
Title: The Diary of a CEO: The 33 Laws of Business and Life Author: Steven Bartlett In a world where business books often rehash the same themes, Steven Bartlett’s “The Diary of a CEO: The 33 Laws of Business and Life” emerges as a breath of fresh air. Not just another tome on
Title: Charles III: New King. New Court. The Inside Story. Author: Robert Hardman In a literary landscape brimming with biographies, Robert Hardman’s “Charles III: New King. New Court. The Inside Story” emerges as a crown jewel. Acclaimed for his expertise on royal matters, Hardman delivers an exceptional narrative about Britain’s new monarch, King