Books recommended by Asha Rangappa
Asha Rangappa is a former Director of National Intelligence for the United States (official website) and known for her analysis on national security issues. Her work has gained attention through books like The Folly and the Glory, Let them Eat Tweets, The Language of Emotions, Rigged, Bring the War Home, which showcase her expertise in politics, diplomacy, and intelligence gathering.
Asha Rangappa’s book recommendations are characterized by their straightforward, no-nonsense approach to complex issues. Her writing style is often described as clear, concise, and unafraid to tackle tough topics. The books highlight her ability to break down intricate concepts into accessible language, making them appealing to a broad audience interested in politics, international relations, and national security.
- The Folly and the Glory: America, Russia, and Political Warfare 1945–2020 (by Tim Weiner). Recommended by Asha Rangappa
- Let them Eat Tweets: How the Right Rules in an Age of Extreme Inequality (by Jacob S. Hacker). Recommended by Asha Rangappa
- The Language of Emotions: What Your Feelings Are Trying to Tell You (by Karla McLaren). Recommended by Asha Rangappa
- Rigged: America, Russia, and One Hundred Years of Covert Electoral Interference (by David Shimer). Recommended by Asha Rangappa
- Bring the War Home: The White Power Movement and Paramilitary America (by Kathleen Belew). Recommended by Asha Rangappa
- Too Much and Never Enough: How My Family Created the World's Most Dangerous Man (by Mary L. Trump Ph.D.). Recommended by Asha Rangappa