Best Of Investigative Journalism - Nonfiction
A curated list of 80 influential nonfiction books that showcase exceptional investigative journalism.
Going Clear: Scientology, Hollywood, and the Prison of Belief
A revealing exposé on Scientology, exploring its inner workings, controversial practices, and the question of its religious status.
The Smartest Guys in the Room: The Amazing Rise and Scandalous Fall of Enron
The extraordinary story of Enron's rise and fall, revealing the illusion behind its success and the devastating consequences of corporate gr…
Barbarians at the Gate: The Fall of RJR Nabisco
A gripping account of the high-stakes takeover that shook Wall Street in 1988, capturing the frenzy and excess of the Reagan era.
Liar's Poker
Michael Lewis takes readers behind the scenes of Wall Street in the 1980s, revealing the wild and cutthroat world of investment banking.
The Big Short: Inside the Doomsday Machine
A gripping account of the 2008 financial crisis, revealing how a few outsiders predicted the collapse and profited from it.
Dopesick: Dealers, Doctors, and the Drug Company that Addicted America
A harrowing investigation into America's opioid crisis, revealing the dark truth behind Purdue's OxyContin and its devastating impact on com…
Indian Country
A powerful exposé on the struggles of Native Americans, revealed after an eight-year legal battle.
Fast Food Nation: The Dark Side of the All-American Meal
A revealing exploration of the fast food industry's rise and its profound impact on society.
Aid State: Elite Panic, Disaster Capitalism, and the Battle to Control Haiti
A gripping exposé on how foreign intervention and capitalist exploitation have pushed Haiti to the brink of collapse, revealing the dark sid…
Black Like Me
A journalist's daring experiment to experience life as a Black man in the segregated South, revealing the stark realities of racism.
Deadly River: Cholera and Cover-Up in Post-Earthquake Haiti
Uncover the gripping story of Haiti's cholera epidemic, where science and politics collide in a race against time.
Factory Girls: From Village to City in a Changing China
Dive into the untold stories of China's migrant factory workers through the lives of two young women navigating the industrial city of Dongg…
All the Devils are Here: The Hidden History of the Financial Crisis
Uncover the complex web of the financial crisis through the eyes of those who shaped it and those who were affected, revealing the human nat…
This list features 80 nonfiction books that exemplify the best in investigative journalism. Compiled by Robert Montesano, the list includes works that have made significant impacts through their in-depth reporting and uncovering of truths. The books span various topics, from political scandals to social issues, and highlight the power of journalism in exposing corruption and bringing about change. Notable entries include 'Bad Blood: Secrets and Lies in a Silicon Valley Startup' by John Carreyrou, 'She Said: Breaking the Sexual Harassment Story That Helped Ignite a Movement' by Jodi Kantor, and 'All the President’s Men' by Carl Bernstein. These books not only inform but also inspire, showcasing the dedication and bravery of journalists who strive to uncover the truth. The list is a testament to the enduring importance of investigative journalism in our society.
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