General Nonfiction
Sure, it's the Happiest Place on Earth, but how much do the 45 million-plus people who visit the Disney World theme parks annually really know about it? From where to find all the hidden Mickeys to the truth behind Madame…
History
A wise and witty compendium of the greatest thoughts, greatest minds, and greatest books of all time—listed in accessible and succinct form—by one of the world's greatest scholars. From the “Hundred Best Books” to the “Ten Greatest Thinkers” to the…
Advice and How-To
Lose Weight and Feel Great by Indulging in the World's Healthiest and Most Delicious Diet! Ancient Greeks enjoyed wine and rich ingredients like olive oil and honey, and their bodies were immortalized in sculpture as a standard of beauty and…
Biographies and Memoirs
‘You are no longer a number’ Poland, 1944 The train slowed and halted with a squeal of the breaks. It felt like we waited in the carriage for an eternity, but eventually, the heavy doors opened, directly into the chaos…
Cooking
Two James Beard-Award winners show how to unlock the secrets of the global pantry and elevate all your favorite foods Make the most succulent pot roast ever with oyster sauce. Transform a broiled salmon filet with miso. Give an irresistible…
History
"Tremendous . . . zeroes in on the critical first days of Weserübung and offers a minutely detailed account of the unfolding action."—World War II This book documents the German invasion of Norway, focusing on the events at sea. More…
History
Twenty-five years ago, Neil Howe and the late William Strauss dazzled the world with a provocative new theory of American history. Looking back at the last 500 years, they'd uncovered a distinct pattern: modern history moves in cycles, each one…
General Nonfiction
Immerse yourself in the vibrant dishes and enchanting flavours of Spain with Claudia Roden's inimitable guide 'A real classic by a superb food writer. This will be on my shelf for many years' 5***** Reader Review 'The best Spanish cook…
Nonfiction
"Human beings are incredibly diverse, from appearance and language to culture. How do we understand this diversity as a product of evolution and migration over millions of years? In this book, Peter Bellwood brings together biology, archaeology, linguistics, and anthropology…
Biographies and Memoirs
From the award-winning author of "Jesse James: Last Rebel of the Civil War" comes the first full, authoritative look at the life of Cornelius Vanderbilt--the complex and combative man whose genius and force of will gave birth to modern capitalism.
Advice and How-To
Increase your fiber intake—and achieve your health goals—with this guide featuring 40 easy recipes, meal plans, and helpful tips for meeting your daily fiber needs. Discover the secret to successful dieting, good nutrition, and a healthy gut! Want to lose…
History
Discusses the subjugation of Native Americans on the American frontier, and explains how it was used to justify American territorial expansion.
