11.29-Liberty, Equality, Humanity

The History of the Russian Revolution is a three-volume book that provides a comprehensive account of the February and October revolutions in Russia in 1917. Written by Leon Trotsky during his exile in Turkey, the book is divided into three volumes: The Overthrow of Tzarism, The Attempted Counter-Revolution, and The Triumph of the Soviets. It explains the historical reasons behind the overthrow of tsarism, the role of the masses in revolutions, and the political dynamics leading to the Bolsheviks' rise to power. The book also serves as a critique of Stalin's attempts to rewrite history and is considered an important work due to its unique perspective from a participant and theorist of the revolution.

The novel follows Alex Claremont-Diaz, the son of the first female President of the United States, and his unexpected romantic relationship with Prince Henry of the British royal family. Initially forced to pretend to be friends after a public altercation, they develop a close bond and eventually a secret romantic relationship. The book explores themes of identity, politics, and love.

In this memoir, Jesse Thistle chronicles his difficult upbringing, including being abandoned by his parents as a toddler, placed in the foster care system, and later cared for by his paternal grandparents. Thistle details his struggles with drug and alcohol addiction, petty crime, and homelessness, as well as his journey towards redemption through education and reconnecting with his Indigenous culture. The book is an honest and fearless account of his painful past, the abuse he endured, and his ultimate triumph over adversity.