Read my 5-star review of Black Wave: Saudi Arabia, Iran, and the Forty-Year Rivalry That Unraveled Culture, Religion, and Collective Memory in the Middle East by Kim Ghattas
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A masterpiece in every sense—The Power Broker by Robert A. Caro is a massive volume, but every page grips you. An unparalleled look at power, politics, and the making (and breaking) of New York. Truly worth the time it demands!
Great book! Before Einstein revolutionized physics, there was Lucretius—an ancient thinker who saw the universe as atoms and void to be understood, not feared.
These two leave you wondering about the evil humans are capable of inflicting on others. They highlight the power of resilience and the enduring strength of human connections under difficult circumstances.
History has a way of repeating itself – Polk’s war and Bush’s invasion of Iraq, both sparked by shaky justifications, left lasting marks. Same playbook, different century.
I really enjoyed this book. It provides a comprehensive and personal account of modern Chinese history, juxtaposing Mao's China with contemporary China.@ewong
@danshipper Islamic civilizations have played an important role in shaping the world throughout history. This is an important counter narrative to the harmful stereotypes and biases associating Islam solely with terrorism.
@TheEconomist “The Lemon Tree" by Sandy Tolan stands out as one of the best in grasping not just the historical roots of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict but also the deeply human elements that render the situation so complex and challenging to resolve.
I've thoroughly enjoyed reading these two books. Suleyman's book presents a captivating vision of the future, while Isaacson's work provides a close and insightful examination of how Elon Musk is actively shaping that future @mustafasuleyman@WalterIsaacson