Danny Danziger and John Gillingham delve into the historical significance of 1215, illuminating the events and context surrounding the creation of Magna Carta.

George Orwell's dystopian classic paints a bleak future under total surveillance and state control, examining the erosion of truth, freedom, and individuality.

V.S. Naipaul's profound narrative chronicles an Indian man's experience in a postcolonial African town at the bend of a great river, encapsulating the upheavals and uncertainties of a newly-independent nation.

Stephen Hawking explores the nature of the universe, black holes, and the big bang, presenting complex cosmological concepts in an accessible manner.

Anthony Burgess' dystopian tale delves into the nature of violence and free will, as young Alex's love for ultra-violence meets a state-imposed reformation technique.

Set in New Orleans, this picaresque novel introduces readers to the unforgettable Ignatius J. Reilly, an eccentric, deluded, and comically grandiose character who embarks on a series of misadventures, providing sharp critiques on modern society and its many ills.

The first segment of a twelve-volume masterpiece, Powell delves into British society through the eyes of Nick Jenkins, capturing the ebb and flow of friendships, love, and societal change.

James Agee captures the emotional turmoil of a family coping with sudden loss, reflecting on life, death, and the fragility of human connections.

Evelyn Waugh presents a satirical exploration of the disintegration of the British aristocracy between the wars, marked by infidelity, loss, and the search for purpose.

Dave Eggers melds memoir and fiction in this innovative account of raising his younger brother after the death of their parents.

William Wilberforce passionately advocates for the abolition of the slave trade, combining moral arguments, facts, and fervent appeals to humanity's conscience.

Annie Ernaux offers a poignant memoir of her father, capturing post-war France and the complexities of parent-child relationships.