The 33 Strategies of War by Robert Greene is a guide to the subtle social game of everyday life informed by the military principles in war. It consists of a variety of strategies, from active to passive, friendly to aggressive. The book is a guide to the intricate dynamics of social and professional situations, with the end goal of giving the reader a leg-up in all aspects of life.
Slaughterhouse-Five is a darkly humorous critique of war and society, told through the story of Billy Pilgrim. He is an American soldier captured by the Germans during WWII and experiences the bombing of Dresden firsthand. The novel uniquely combines elements of science fiction, such as time travel and alien abduction, with historical facts.
The Song of Achilles is a retelling of the Iliad with a twist. The book, written by Madeline Miller, focuses on the relationship between Achilles and Patroclus, from their boyhood to the fateful events of the Trojan War. It’s a tale of love, war, sacrifice, and the destructive power of pride.
A profound analysis of the causes of war from three perspectives.
A critical dissection of Henry Kissinger’s controversial political legacy.