So you want to rule the world? You’re in... interesting company.

From the megalomaniacal minds of emperors, tyrants, and power-hungry maniacs throughout history comes Power Tools: A Step-by-Step Guide to World Domination from History's Most Successful Dictators, Conquerors and Kings—your tongue-in-cheek, highly educational guide to seizing absolute control.

Inside, you’ll uncover:

  • Step-by-step breakdowns of how history’s most infamous leaders—from Napoleon to Kim Jong-il—clawed their way to power

  • Unfiltered lessons in leadership, manipulation, propaganda, and when not to invade Russia

  • Jaw-dropping missteps, bizarre obsessions, and epic downfalls that prove even dictators are just humans... with really bad ideas

  • Dark comedy meets historical insight, perfect for readers who like their world history served with wit, sarcasm, and a side of doom

Why settle for being well-adjusted and democratic when you can learn from the worst?

Whether you dream of global domination or just want to understand how it all went so horribly wrong, Power Tools is the ultimate guide to history’s most audacious power grabs.

Perfect for fans of John Oliver, Sarah Vowell, The Onion, and anyone who likes their history with a sense of humor and a raised eyebrow, and suitable for bathroom reading.