I Will Show You How It Was is a personal Ukrainian perspective on the realities of the Russian invasion of Ukraine, vital for understanding the nature of this war of aggression and the motivation of Ukrainians.

Gary Bass's new book takes the reader through a detailed account of the “Tokyo Trials”; court sessions held by the International Military Tribunal and the lesser known sibling of the Nuremberg Trials. The book illuminates complex personalities, conflicting national interests, and the trial's modern legacy in Asia.

Named after a particularly eventful year in German history, 1923 is a book that examines the economic and political context around Adolf Hitler's coup in the same year. Author Mark Jones presents the existential threats faced by the Weimar Republic—and its surprising resilience—as a tragic foreshadowing of the German state's eventual takeover by Hitler and the Nazi Party.

Indonesia’s farming sector is shrinking, with modern challenges like urban migration, reliance on imports, and declining land availability threatening food security. This book highlights the need for blending ancient farming wisdom with new sustainable practices, as well as empowering small farmers to overcome top-down government policies.

America in the World is a collection of key U.S. diplomatic documents from the Spanish-American War to the Biden administration. While valuable for students, it has been critiqued for its document selection and lack of focus on technology’s role in diplomacy.

This history of Japanese earthquake prediction provides a compelling account of how disaster policies are made and unmade. It offers interesting insights into Japan’s post-war development and its relationship with the world.

It’s an achievement for Adrian Karatnycky to analyse over three decades of Ukrainian independence and six presidents in 306 pages. Part analysis and part memoir, the author showcases his long-term connection to Ukraine. 

This book analyzes the resurgence of the Taliban in Afghanistan post-2021, examining how the group's governance strategies and international relationships have evolved. It offers a comprehensive look at the Taliban's interaction with global and regional powers and the implications for Afghanistan's future.

Base Towns investigates the emergence of anti-US military movements across East Asia. The author's study highlights significant local differences, offering new insights into the dynamics of base politics and social movements.

Helen Fry's book sheds light on the untold stories of women who defied barriers to excel in intelligence roles during the early to mid-20th century, challenging the male-dominated myths of espionage. Fry highlights the bravery, ingenuity, and resilience of these women, emphasising their significant but often overlooked contributions to intelligence work.