Politics
18 books on the shelf tagged Politics, with highlights and notes. All books →
The Irresistible Revolution
Shane Claiborne
Shane Claiborne explores radical Christian living and social justice, challenging contemporary Christianity to embrace countercultural practices of community, simplicity, and service to the poor.
A Line in the Sand
James Barr
A historical account of the Sykes-Picot Agreement and its role in shaping the modern Middle East during the collapse of the Ottoman Empire.
The Future of Almost Everything
Patrick Dixon
Patrick Dixon provides futuristic perspectives on technological, social, and economic trends shaping the coming decades.
Conflict
David Petraeus and Andrew Roberts
David Petraeus and Andrew Roberts analyze military conflicts and strategic leadership lessons from history.
The Sleepwalkers
Christopher Clark
A historical analysis of the diplomatic crises and political decisions among European powers that culminated in World War I.
Technofeudalism
Yanis Varoufakis
A political and economic critique of digital platforms and the emergence of a new form of feudal capitalism.
Occupational Hazards
Rory Stewart
A memoir in which the author recounts his experiences working as a diplomat in Afghanistan and other dangerous postings, examining risk and duty.
Politics on the Edge
Rory Stewart
A political memoir and analysis by former British politician Rory Stewart examining contemporary politics and governance challenges.
My Life, Our Times
Gordon Brown
A political memoir by former British Prime Minister Gordon Brown reflecting on his life, career, and major events during his time in office.
Bullshit Jobs
David Graeber
David Graeber critiques the proliferation of pointless jobs in modern capitalism and their psychological and social effects.
Prisoners of Geography
Tim Marshall
An analysis of how geography shapes geopolitics, national interests, and global conflicts throughout history and in contemporary times.
21 Lessons for the 21st Century
Yuval Noah Harari
A broad examination of major global challenges and questions facing humanity in the 21st century, from artificial intelligence to meaning and purpose.
Black and British
David Olusoga
A comprehensive history of Black British experience and contributions to British society from medieval times to the present.
Providence Lost
Paul Lay
A historical examination of Oliver Cromwell's role in English history and the consequences of his rise to power during the English Civil War.
Capital in the Twenty-First Century
Thomas Piketty, Arthur Goldhammer (Translator)
An economic analysis of wealth inequality and capital accumulation in developed nations, arguing that capitalism concentrates wealth among the richest citizens.
The Deficit Myth
Stephanie Kelton
An examination of modern monetary theory that challenges conventional views on government budgets, deficits, and how economies actually function.
The Shock Doctrine
Naomi Klein
A critical analysis of how disaster capitalism exploits crises to implement radical free-market policies that benefit corporations and harm vulnerable populations.
Empire
Niall Ferguson
A historical analysis of the British Empire examining its rise, dominance, and global impact across centuries.