"Excellent....Taken as a whole, the volume moves beyond food’s sensory pleasures to investigate it as a cultural vessel, a symbol of inequality, and more. It’s a standout addition to the series." —Publisher's Weekly (starred review) A collection of the year’s…
A cautiously optimistic study of the AI-powered computers creating art, literature, and music—which may well surpass the creations of humans. Today’s computers are composing music that sounds “more Bach than Bach,” turning photographs into paintings in the style of Van…
Learn about planets, stars and black holes in The Astronomy Book. Part of the fascinating Big Ideas series, this book tackles tricky topics and themes in a simple and easy to follow format. Learn about Astronomy in this overview guide…
*From the #1 writer on Quora, one of the most-read writers on Medium, and Top 10 columnist for Inc Magazine* What are the secrets to writing online? Why do some writers accumulate hundreds of thousands, even millions of views on…
In this beautifully presented, full-colour volume, readers will not only discover the story behind the remarkable partnership that created Winnie-the-Pooh, but also follow the evolution of Shepard's work
For Jewish deli devotees and DIY food fanatics alike, The Artisan Jewish Deli at Home is a must-have collection of over 100 recipes for creating timeless deli classics, modern twists on old ideas and innovations to shock your Old Country…
Tim Marshall, the New York Times bestselling author of Prisoners of Geography, offers “a readable primer to many of the biggest problems facing the world” (Daily Express, UK) by examining the borders, walls, and boundaries that divide countries and their…
This translation captures the excitement, poetic energy, and intellectual force of Virgil's epic poem, 'The Aeneid'.
In "The Age of Louis XIV," Voltaire presents a meticulous exploration of the political, cultural, and social milieu of France during the reign of Louis XIV, highlighting the monarch's role in shaping a new era of absolutism. Through a blend…
No noodles no life! A 75 recipe celebration 75 fun, easy, comforting recipes that go way beyond spaghetti and ramen. Inspired by the noodle-crazed cuisines of Asia, Italy, and the American melting pot, these recipes dish up high-impact, slurpable flavor…
“Destined to become a classic of both urban reportage and contemporary spirituality” (Los Angeles Times)—Tattoos on the Heart is a series of parables about kinship and redemption from pastor, activist, and renowned speaker, Father Gregory Boyle. For twenty years, Father…
