Politics and Current Affairs

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Animal Farm

4.5

A timeless allegory that mirrors the Russian Revolution and its aftermath, 'Animal Farm' uses farm animals to explore themes of power, corru…

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Chernobyl Roulette

3.9

A gripping account of Ukraine’s nuclear plant workers who, under Russian occupation, risked everything to prevent a second Chernobyl disaste…

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The Achilles Trap

4.4

Steve Coll delivers a deeply researched, compelling account of the complex and fraught decades-long relationship between the United States a…

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Women & Power

4.2

Mary Beard, renowned classicist and feminist, explores the historical treatment of powerful women and the cultural roots of misogyny, from a…

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Animal Liberation

4.5

A groundbreaking exploration of animal rights that sparked a global movement, challenging our ethical treatment of non-human animals.

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Breakneck

4.0

A riveting first-hand account of China's rapid growth and its societal impacts, offering a provocative new framework for understanding the U…

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Remix

3.8

Lawrence Lessig explores the harmful effects of outdated copyright laws on creativity and advocates for a 'read-write culture' that fosters …

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The War Below

4.0

A gripping exploration of the fierce battles between industry, conservationists, and communities over the exploitation of sacred lands and f…