I have not read the book but it sounds like a refreshing look at history. As I recall, most texts for students are glorified accounts of the nation's history (regardless of which nation we are talking about). I think every country should have a book written which shows their dark side and I think it should be written in language accessible to school kids. It would probably increase their reading skills and improve their comprehension but above all else, it would develop their critical thinking skills.

Why not?