by Jack Fairweather
The true story of Witold Pilecki, a Polish underground operative, who accepted a mission to uncover the fate of thousands interned at a new concentration camp, report on Nazi crimes, raise a secret army, and stage an uprising.
The Osage Murders and the Birth of the FBI
by David Grann
In the 1920s, the Osage Nation in Oklahoma became incredibly wealthy after oil was discovered on their land. However, their wealth made them targets, and a series of brutal murders began, with many Osage people being killed for their money. The newly formed FBI was called in to investigate, revealing a shocking conspiracy and a deep-seated culture of greed and corruption.
Jim Thorpe and the Carlisle Indian School Football Team
by Steve Sheinkin
The ultimate underdog sports story, Undefeated brings to life the history of Jim Thorpe, Pop Warner, and the Carlisle Indian School Football team. Sheinkin has a way of bringing non-fiction subjects to life in a compelling and interesting way.
The race to build and steal the world's most dangerous weapon
by Steve Sheinkin
Bomb is a riveting nonfiction account of the development of the atomic bomb during World War II. The book intertwines the stories of scientists racing to create the bomb, spies working to steal its secrets, and military leaders navigating the geopolitical stakes of its use. Through gripping narratives and vivid historical detail, Sheinkin explores the ethical dilemmas, espionage, and global consequences of this pivotal moment in history.