Steve Schale

The first true people's history of modern India, told through a seven year, 9,000 mile journey across its many contested borders....

This Pulitzer Prize-winning novel follows the journey of two boys who are sentenced to a nightmarish reform school in Jim Crow-era Florida. Based on a real-life school that ruined the lives of thousands of children, The Nickel Boys tackles issues of race, friendship, and survival as the boys struggle to navigate the horrors of the institution. A must-read for those interested in American history and powerful storytelling.

Learn how to resist and fight against dictatorship with this powerful book, now available in multiple languages around the world. Written by acclaimed journalist Maria Ressa, this guide offers practical insights and strategies to uphold the truth and defend democracy against authoritarian regimes. With rights sold in 15 territories, this is a must-read for anyone seeking to stand up to a dictator.

Explore the hidden caste system that has shaped America through this immersive and deeply researched narrative by the Pulitzer Prize-winning author of The Warmth of Other Suns. In Caste, Isabel Wilkerson examines the power hierarchy that defines our lives today, beyond race, class, or other factors. Through real stories about people like Martin Luther King Jr. and baseball's Satchel Paige, she uncovers the eight pillars that underlie caste systems across civilizations. Wilkerson also links the caste systems of America, India, and Nazi Germany, showcasing how the cruel logic of caste requires a bottom rung to measure against. This eye-opening read offers hope in moving beyond these artificial and destructive separations in pursuit of our common humanity.

"Any Given Tuesday" is a unique political memoir that gives readers an irreverent behind-the-scenes look at American politics. Written by Lis Smith, a sought-after operative in the Democratic Party, this New York Times bestseller is an intimate portrayal of her sometimes rocky personal journey, revealing the highs and lows of her career, from her early days as an intern to her recent role as senior adviser on Pete Buttigieg's 2020 presidential campaign. Smith doesn't shy away from her controversial choices that landed her in the tabloids, but shows readers what it's really like behind the curtain of politics and the flawed human nature of those making life and death decisions. Animated by her deep belief that positive change is still possible, this odyssey is entertaining and eye-opening.

Follow Charlie Walker on an adventure through Central Asia, the Middle East, and Africa, as he pedals his way back home to Britain, covering 26,000 miles in two-and-a-half years. From the mountains and deserts of former Soviet Republics to the Congolese jungle, he encounters often-overlooked places during periods of great change. Experience hiking through sandstorms in the Gobi desert and barrelling down rapids in a dugout canoe in this epic and candid tale of exploration.

A riveting true-story about two larger-than-life Russian oligarchs: Boris Berezovsky and Roman Abramovich. From amassing mega fortunes to taking the reins of power, the book dives deep into the world of unimaginable wealth, power, and corruption. With unprecedented, exclusive access, Mezrich uncovers a thrilling story filled with crime, rivalry, and betrayal that will leave readers on the edge of their seats.

Explore the intricate lives of those who sustain Putin's rule in modern Russia, with Between Two Fires. Moscow journalist and New Yorker correspondent, Joshua Yaffa, introduces readers to figures ranging from politicians to artists, and their individual struggles to balance ambition with government expectations. Through their personal dilemmas and compromises, this novelistic journey delves into the heart of modern authoritarianism in a little-understood nation. With profound depth and sensitivity, Yaffa reveals the reality of life in contemporary Russia.

This gripping book is part financial biography, part political crusade, and part crime thriller - perfect for anyone looking to understand the corruption and murder engulfing Putin's Russia. The author, accidentally turned activist, Bill Browder became Putin's number one enemy after exposing corruption and was almost killed for it. Red Notice details the plight of Browder's lawyer who wasn't so lucky, and the campaign of one man to expose Putin's regime. Discover how Browder succeeded in having a law passed in the United States - The Magnitsky Act - and the lengths Putin went to in retaliation. A captivating read that will keep you on the edge of your seat.

This riveting true espionage story follows Oleg Gordievsky, a top-ranking Russian intelligence officer who ultimately became a crucial asset for MI6 in the twilight years of the Cold War. As tensions escalate between the US and USSR, Gordievsky's revelations help the West foil numerous intelligence plots and avert nuclear disaster. But as the CIA becomes obsessed with discovering his identity, Gordievsky's world grows increasingly dangerous. Ben Macintyre's masterful storytelling that will keep readers on the edge of their seat until the gripping conclusion.