The Book of Five Rings by Miyamoto Musashi
Martial arts wisdom meets timeless strategy in this influential text from a legendary Japanese swordsman.
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Uncle Tom's Cabin by Harriet Beecher Stowe
Stowe's searing indictment of slavery shook America to its core and helped ignite the Civil War.
The Well of Ascension by Brandon Sanderson
Destiny, betrayal, and the power of metals collide in this gripping fantasy sequel set in a world on the brink of chaos.
The Book of Unknown Americans by Cristina Henriquez
This poignant tale weaves together the lives of Latin American immigrants, exploring love, loss, and the pursuit of the American Dream.
Table for Two by Amor Towles
Embark on a journey through time and place with this collection of witty, sophisticated short stories and a novella.
These Truths by Jill Lepore
Spanning five centuries of American history, this ambitious work examines whether the US has lived up to its founding ideals.
The Unbearable Lightness of Being by Milan Kundera
Between philosophy and fiction, this novel weaves a tapestry of love, politics, and existentialism in Communist-era Czechoslovakia.
War and Peace by Leo Tolstoy
Bringing to life the tumultuous Napoleonic era, this epic saga weaves together war, romance, and philosophy on a grand scale.
The War of the Worlds by H.G. Wells
Experience the original novel of alien invasion behind the infamous 1938 radio broadcast that made listeners across America believe the Martians were coming.
Start with Why by Simon Sinek
Brimming with insights on inspirational leadership, this influential book challenges conventional wisdom about organizational success.
Tender Is the Flesh by Agustina Bazterrica
Dark humor and unsettling imagery collide in this dystopian tale of a world where cannibalism has become the norm.
Talking to Strangers by Malcolm Gladwell
Misunderstandings with strangers can have profound consequences, as this thought-provoking analysis reveals.