The Worst Journey in the World Summary of Key Points
A memoir about the ill-fated Terra Nova Expedition, full of harrowing experiences and survival in the Antarctic.
History
The White Spider Summary of Key Points
The White Spider recounts the harrowing stories of climbers attempting the North Face of the Eiger, a notorious Alpine peak.
The Rise and Fall of the Third Reich Summary of Key Points
William L. Shirer’s comprehensive historical study of Nazi Germany from its roots to its downfall after World War II.
The Rise and Fall of the British Empire Summary of Key Points
This historical analysis covers the expansion, dominion, and eventual decline of the British Empire, tracking its impact worldwide.
The Rings of Saturn Summary of Key Points
An English pilgrimage becomes a profound exploration of history, memory, and time, as W.G. Sebald recounts his walking tour of Suffolk.
The Rape of Nanking Summary of Key Points
This historical account details the 1937 Nanking Massacre, where Japanese forces brutally murdered hundreds of thousands of people in the then Chinese capital.
The Places in Between Summary of Key Points
Rory Stewart recounts his adventurous walk across Afghanistan in 2002, exploring the country’s history, culture, and his encounters with its people.
The Pioneering Life of Mary Wortley Montagu Summary of Key Points
This biography details the life of Lady Mary Wortley Montagu, an English aristocrat, writer, and early feminist. It illuminates her work, travels, and influence on 18th-century society, including her advocacy for smallpox inoculation.
The Penguin History of the World Summary of Key Points
An encompassing narrative of the history of the world, covering major civilizations, leaders, and events from ancient to modern times.