Chapter 4 Priceless Author Robert K. Wittman is a former FBI special agent and the founder of the FBI’s Art Crime Team. He is also the author of the book “Priceless: How I Went Undercover to Rescue the World’s Stolen Treasures,” which was released in 2010. Apart from “Priceless,” Wittman has not released any other … Read more
Chapter 1 What’s Paper by Mark Kurlansky “Paper” by Mark Kurlansky is a book that explores the history and significance of paper throughout civilizations. Kurlansky delves into how paper has shaped human culture, technology, and communication over thousands of years. He examines the invention of paper, its spread across the world, and its impact on … Read more
Chapter 1 What’s The Shortest History of Europe by John Hirst “The Shortest History of Europe” by John Hirst is a concise overview of European history, covering major events and themes from ancient times to the present. It offers a condensed narrative of the continent’s political, social, and cultural developments, aiming to provide readers with … Read more
Chapter 1 What’s Games Without Rules by Tamim Ansary Games Without Rules: The Often-Interrupted History of Afghanistan is a book written by Tamim Ansary. It provides a comprehensive and in-depth account of the history of Afghanistan, a country that has been plagued by conflicts and political instability for centuries. The book explores various aspects of … Read more
Chapter 1 What’s The Age of Gold by H.W. Brands “The Age of Gold: The California Gold Rush and the New American Dream” is a historical non-fiction book written by H.W. Brands. It was published in 2002 and explores the history and impact of the California Gold Rush in the mid-19th century. The book delves … Read more
Chapter 1 What’s Lost to the West by Lars Brownworth Lost to the West: The Forgotten Byzantine Empire That Rescued Western Civilization is a non-fiction book written by Lars Brownworth. It was first published in 2009. The book explores the history of the Byzantine Empire, which was the continuation of the Roman Empire in the … Read more
Chapter 1 What’s The Vanquished by Robert Gerwarth “The Vanquished: Why the First World War Failed to End” is a book written by historian Robert Gerwarth. Published in 2016, the book focuses on the aftermath of World War I and argues that the conflict did not truly come to an end in 1918 when the … Read more
Chapter 1 What’s Country Driving by Peter Hessler “Country Driving: A Journey Through China from Farm to Factory” is a non-fiction book written by Peter Hessler. It was published in 2010 and explores the author’s experiences and observations while he was living in China for over a decade, particularly focusing on the rapid changes and … Read more
Chapter 1 What’s Embracing Defeat by John W. Dower “Embracing Defeat” is a book written by John W. Dower, an American historian, and it explores the aftermath of World War II in Japan. The book primarily focuses on the period from the end of the war in 1945 until the early 1950s, delving into the … Read more
Chapter 1 What’s Vermeer’s Hat by Timothy Brook “Vermeer’s Hat: The Seventeenth Century and the Dawn of the Global World” is a book written by Timothy Brook. It explores the global connections and networks that existed during the 17th century, as seen through the lens of the renowned Dutch painter Johannes Vermeer and his works. … Read more
