Curious about how civilizations we thought would last forever crumbled in an instant? In “The End of Everything,” military historian Victor Davis Hanson delves into the dramatic downfalls of Thebes, Carthage, Constantinople, and Tenochtitlán. From Alexander the Great’s brutal conquest of Thebes to the devastating siege of Tenochtitlán by Hernán Cortés, Hanson’s meticulous research reveals […]
Uncover Hidden Threats to Democracy! 🔍
Disinformation is tearing apart the fabric of American society. In “Attack from Within” (2024), legal scholar Barbara McQuade dives deep into the unparalleled threat that disinformation poses to democracy. Using the January 6 Capitol riot as a starting point, McQuade dissects how falsehoods, often amplified by political figures, have led to societal division, violence, and […]
A thrilling behind-the-scenes look at the US Civil War
Erik Larson has done it again. The Demon of Unrest focuses on the chaotic time between Abraham Lincoln’s 1860 election and the Confederate attack on Fort Sumter in 1861. Our latest Instaread looks at the rising conflict and the reactions of politicians, soldiers, and citizens as the country spiraled into a deadly war. The Road to Washington […]
The world is on fire 🔥
Here’s a not-so-fun fact to keep in mind as another heat wave hits large swaths of the United States: Almost half of California’s 20 largest wildfires have occurred in the last four years. These fires are becoming more frequent and more deadly, occurring year-round instead of being limited to a season. The Problem Is Spreading […]
Where’d the money go?
“Wealth erosion” happens when big fortunes aren’t passed down through generations. In 1900, the US was home to approximately 4,000 millionaires. If even one-fourth of them had handled their wealth well, that group would have produced 16,000 billionaires by now. Where did those families go wrong? Keep Getting Richer It turns out that understanding how […]
Who profits from pandemonium?
Are certain elites making a global effort to indoctrinate people by reprogramming their memory? Um…we hope not! Nevertheless, that is the frightening premise of Michael Nehls’s big bestseller, The Indoctrinated Brain. Our latest release takes a closer look at this controversial title. Manipulation through Fear His theory goes something like this: people’s capacity for rational thought […]
Are you tired of being broke?
Americans are drowning in debt, with more than 40 percent of people lacking savings. George Kamel’s plan has helped more than 10 million people with practical advice on buying cars and housing, establishing emergency funds, eliminating debt, and retiring. Are you next? You Need a Budget The good news about your personal finance is that […]
Free will is fake news
What if we told you that there’s no such thing as free will? That’s the premise of Stanford professor Robert M. Sapolsky’s latest bestseller, Determined. He says that all human behavior is down to biological and environmental factors, not personal choices. What does that mean for how we live our lives? Don’t Worry, Society Won’t Collapse […]
How billionaires are ruining your life
Would you believe the world’s richest men aren’t interested in closing the wealth gap? Indeed, those guys need economic disparity in order to build out their fortunes, according to journalist Peter S. Goodman. Jeff Bezos, for example, built Amazon at the cost of workers’ rights and fair competition. The Real Enemy Foreign competition isn’t the number one […]
Let’s get random
What role does randomness play in our lives? Social science tells us that seemingly minor events can have surprisingly significant consequences. Embracing the chaos can help you better manage risk and make plans for the future. It can also make you happier. Leave Room for Chance Our economic and political systems simplify life’s rich tapestry […]
