"From the national spokesperson for Everytown for Gun Safety and leading gun violence prevention advocate comes the riveting memoir of a mother's loss and call to action, as well as a faith-based exploration of how the nation's gun laws put a deadly target on American lives"
A New Yorker staff writer analyzes the perilous world of the international fossil trade through the story of one man's devastating effort to sell a Gobi Desert dinosaur skeleton from a nation that forbids natural-history trafficking. 150,000 first printing
Argues that Henry Kissinger's strategy for Vietnam was driven by his personal and political rivalries and resulted in an unnecessarily long and ultimately ill-conceived war that cost America billions of dollars and 35,000 lives. 20,000 first printing.
The creator of the Spartan Race and a New York Times best-selling author shows readers how to achieve personal goals by following the 10 Spartan Core Values—timeless principles that will help them embrace adversity and overcome any challenge
A former writer for HBO's The Newsroom presents an insider's account of the difficulties faced by teachers of students with extreme behavioral challenges, outlining frank recommendations for disciplinary approaches that acknowledge the racial and economic realities of the rural South
The Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist, filmmaker and immigration-rights activist presents a debut memoir about how he unknowingly entered the United States with false documents as a child. 150,000 first printing.
Helps budding home chefs build their skills, learn new techniques and become more confident in the kitchen through practical lessons and information on must-have equipment combined with 200 fresh, delicious increasingly challenging recipes.
A collection of game-changing dessert recipes includes the unconventional ingredients and methods used to make East 62nd Street Lemon Cake, Flourless Chocolate-Walnut Cookies, Butterscotch Budino, Peach Cobbler With Hot Sugar Crust, and Parsnip Cake With Blood Orange Buttercream.
"From the New York Times best-selling author of The Tapping Solution for Weight Loss and Body Confidence, the latest book in the Tapping Solution series uses EFT as a tool for finding the clarity and the ease you need to navigate change. Why do we fear the unknown so intensely that we're willing to shy away from our deepest desires and settle for playing small?
The Middle East correspondent of the New York Times presents a candid narrative of how and why the Arab Spring sparked, then failed, and the truth about America’s role in that failure and the subsequent military coup that put Egyptian President Sisi in power
An award-winning oncologist and the psychologist author of Anger present a defense of hormone-replacement therapy that argues that faulty science is behind its fall from prominence as an effective treatment for the symptoms of menopause. 50,000 first printing
Documents the lesser-known violence that marked legislative sessions in the decades before the American Civil War, detailing acts of physical fighting, duels and mortal threats over disagreements about key issues, particularly slavery. By the award-winning author of Affairs of Honor
A lawyer and former journalist digs into a personal tragedy from her family's past--the murder of her two aunts in 1930s California--and examines whether or not the man hanged for the crimes was in fact the guilty party
The Emmy-nominated co-host of Dancing With the Stars draws on her experiences as a breast-cancer survivor to outline an eight-step roadmap for recovery and prevention through nutrition, fitness and the reduction of environmental toxins
A follow-up to Buddha's Brain outlines dozens of accessible meditative practices involving techniques that range from promoting relaxation to experiencing gratitude, explaining the neuroscience and psychology behind specific practices and how they can reduce stress and promote inner peace. Original.
A former chairman of the U.S. House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform presents a scathing indictment of today's liberal media, arguing that the Executive Branch actively protects Democrats and undermines the Trump administration. 100,000 first printing.
A best-selling author and time-travel enthusiast details the science, engineering, mathematics, art, music, philosophy, facts and figures required for even the most clueless time traveler to build a civilization from the ground up. Illustrations.
Recounts the stunning Jets victory at the 1969 Superbowl and the personal stories of the players, including Joe Namath, and coaches on the 50th anniversary of the historic win. 75,000 first printing.
The author of the controversial work The Entrepreneurial State argues that American companies have far too long been valued according to the amount of wealth they capture for themselves rather than for the value they create for the economy. 30,000 first printing.
The prize-winning historian and internationally best-selling author of D-Day reconstructs the devastating airborne battle of Arnhem. Illustrations. Tour
A tale inspired by Jewish mythology is set in a woodland village on the border of Moldova and Ukraine and follows the experiences of two sheltered sisters who uncover a secret magical heritage. 75,000 first printing.
In a series of letters to his Palestinian neighbors, a renowned author explains what motivated his move to Israel in his twenties, describing the regional conflicts through the eyes of an Israeli
The author of Of Paradise and Power discusses why he feels America must not withdraw inward from an essential role played for decades: enforcing peace and order throughout the rest of the world
A National Book Award finalist discusses the personalities and quirks of 13 animals—her friends—who have profoundly affected her, in a poetic and life-affirming memoir. 75,000 first printing.
The New York Times best-selling authors of Sprint outline a four-step system of small, practical habit and lifestyle changes for improving focus, overcoming overscheduling, finding greater work satisfaction and getting more out of everyday life
The Pulitzer Prize-winning author of Grandma Gatewood's Walk presents the story of Depression-era banker Plennie Wingo, who, after losing everything, decided to recapture his spirit of adventure and optimism by walking around the world, backwards. 30,000 first printing
A decorated Boston Police Department member who worked in security for the Red Sox describes his work on suppressed cases involving drug use, identity fraud and human trafficking. 100,000 first printing.
A former U.S. ambassador describes the prior occupants of his residence in Prague, including a Jewish financial baron and a Nazi general who carved swastikas into the furniture, and in the process creates a detailed history of Central Europe in the 20th century.
Two Pulitzer-finalist Wall Street Journal reporters document the true story of how a young social climber orchestrated one of history's biggest financial heists, exposing the secret nexus of elite wealth, banking, Hollywood and politics. 75,000 first printing
A leading cardiologist and author of Doctored and Intern examines the recent dismantling of historical taboos and the development of transformative heart procedures that have changed how we live and what we understand about illness
Describes the disturbing history of Citigroup, from 1812 to its part in the 2008 financial crisis and discusses the other disasters the company has experienced, painting a picture of a long line of instability and government support. 25,000 first printing.
A full-length memoir based on the author's viral essay recounts a harrowing family event and how it reflected changes in beliefs and heightened fears that have transformed parenting in the course of a single generation.
An essential guide to the presidential powers and limits of the Constitution answers timely questions about the checks and balances of government power and how the people of today's America can make informed voting and running decisions.
The executive editor of the National Review draws on his experiences as the conservative son of Muslim immigrants to outline a controversial approach to immigration that strictly favors skilled foreign candidates for citizenship who would not contribute to negative stereotypes
The co-star of Million Dollar Listing: New York draws on his expertise as a regular closer of seven-figure deals to counsel salespeople on how to dominate any market, manage multiple goals and stay clearheaded in high-volume businesses. 100,000 first printing
Drawing on interviews with farmers, gardeners, scientists and bee experts, an eye-opening exploration of the importance of native bees focuses on why they play a key role in gardening and agriculture and shows how and why these pollinators are essential to our survival.
"A look at life in contemporary Palestine through the lens of its literary culture Marcello Di Cintio first visited Palestine in 1999 and, like most outsiders, the Palestinian narrative he knew was one defined by unending struggle, a near-Sisyphean curseof stories of oppression, exile, and occupation told over and over again. In the summer of 2014, during a brief lull in the bombing from Israel's Operation Protective Edge, photos emerged of a young Gazan girl in a green dress sifting through the rubble of her destroyed home. She was looking for her books. In Pay No Heed to the Rockets, Di Cintio travels to Palestine to find the girl. Using the form of a political-literary travelogue, he explores what literature means to modern Palestinians and how Palestinians make sense of the conflict between a rich imaginative life and the daily violence of survival. Taking the long route through the West Bank, into Jerusalem, across Israel and finally into Gaza, he meets with poets, authors, librarians, and booksellers to learn about Palestine through their eyes, and through the story of their stories. Di Cintio travels through the rich cultural and literary heritage of Palestine. It's there that he uncovers a humanity, and a beauty, often unnoticed by news media. At the seventieth anniversary of the Arab-Israeli War, Pay No Heed to the Rockets tells a fresh story about Palestine, one that begins with art rather than war."
The New York Times best-selling author of White Rage presents a timely history of voter suppression that exposes America's insidious history of policies that have blocked African-American voting participation, placing particular focus on the Supreme Court's 2013 Shelby ruling
The elections and surveys director for CBS News presents a fast-paced, illuminating tour through the world of polling and elections to reveal what they actually say about today's America. A first book.
The award-winning author of The Secret History of Wonder Woman chronicles the origins and rise of today's divided America while investigating whether the nation has delivered on its promises of political equality, natural rights and the sovereignty of the people
A chronicle of America's lesser-known "Golden Age" of piracy describes how exploration-era colonists initially supported, and then violently opposed, pirates that targeted the North American coast, citing the contributions of such figures as Blackbeard, John Winthrop and Benjamin Franklin.
The Pulitzer Prize-winning author of Ten Letters traces the story of prominent white supremacist Derek Black and how his college and adult encounters with diverse perspectives changed his heart and mind
The founder of World Central Kitchen describes how his culinary network challenged broken government systems while feeding tens of thousands of Puerto Ricans who lost their homes and livelihoods to Hurricane Maria. 200,000 first printing.
We live in an era in which offensive speech is on the rise. The emergence of the alt-right alone has fueled a marked increase in racist and anti-Semitic speech. Given its potential for harm, should this speech be banned? Nadine Strossen's HATE dispels the many misunderstandings that have clouded the perpetual debates about "hate speech vs. free speech." She argues that an expansive approach to the First Amendment is most effective at promoting democracy, equality, and societal harmony.
The internationally recognized civil rights activist and popular host of Pod Save the People presents a meditative call to arms on resistance, justice and freedom on the front lines of the Black Lives Matter movement. Tour
Traces the Soviet-backed Polish government's 1981 efforts to impose martial law to suppress anti-communist activities, documenting the lesser-known role of the CIA's QRHELPFUL intelligence program and Eastern Europe's dissident groups in establishing a free and democratic Poland.
A two-time National Magazine Award winner traces the medical and technological quest to develop a successful artificial heart implant, chronicling the evolution of cardiac medicine while exploring the pioneering work of two Texas Heart Institute innovators.
An insider's account of the trial and final days of New England Patriots tight-end Aaron Hernandez—written by his defense attorney, who is also a New York Times best-selling author—chronicles the near-impossible courtroom victory that led to Hernandez's acquittal days before his suicide. 60,000 first printing
The director of the Women’s Media Center Speech Project urges 21st-century women to embrace their anger and harness it as a tool for lasting personal and societal change.
From the best-selling author of Americans in Paris and The Deserters comes the untold story of Britain’s Special Operations Executive, one of World War II’s most important secret fighting forces. Illustrations
The National Magazine Award-winning investigative journalist and co-author of A Sliver of Light draws on his experiences working in a Louisiana private prison to connect today's brutal for-profit prison system to the Civil War-era mass incarcerations of African-American workers. Illustrations. Map. Tour
Traces the surprising political partnership between the 32nd President and his Tammany Hall rival, revealing how their disparate perspectives and uncharacteristic support of each other transformed the Democratic Party and led to the New Deal.
A gripping true-crime investigation of the 1948 abduction of Sally Horner details the crime itself and how it inspired Vladimir Nabokov’s classic novel, Lolita. 150,000 first printing. Illustrations
The son of a lifelong singer, known as the Songaminute man, shows how he, after his father’s Alzheimer’s diagnosis, found a way to communicate with him through song. 15,000 first printing.
A popular blogger shares shopping lists and meal plans designed to eliminate processed foods while on a tight budget, sharing such recipes as Cinnamon Roll Pancakes, Chicken Burrito Bowls and Quiche With Easy Whole-Wheat Crust. By a #1 New York Times best-selling author. 100,000 first printing
Collects recipes for those just starting to transition to a ketogenic diet, including such meals as cheesy spinach pancakes, Nordic salad, mushroom stroganoff, and Mediterranean chicken tray bake
The legendary yoga teacher and co-founder of The Jivamukti Method presents a simple guide to designing your very own daily spiritual practice that incorporates yoga poses and practices, meditation, blessings and more to begin one’s day in a positive and life-affirming place. Original.
A follow-up to the New York Times best-seller Run Fast. Eat Slow is aimed at busy young athletes looking for nutritious recipes to fuel their lives, in a book that includes recipes for such dishes as Superhero Muffins, Pizza Bolognese, Baked Avocado and more
Draws on interviews with firsthand sources, meeting notes, personal diaries, and other documents to depict life in the Trump White House, focusing on Trump's decision-making process for foreign and domestic policies
The Pulitzer Prize-winning author of No Ordinary Time draws on five decades of scholarship to offer an illuminating exploration of the early development, growth and exercise of leadership as demonstrated by Presidents Lincoln, Theodore Roosevelt, FDR and Johnson
A veteran insider chronicles the race to develop and perfect the driverless car, sharing insights into how self-driving innovations will create profound changes in commuting, employment, safety and environmental responsibility. 200,000 first printing.
The Stanford professor of Jewish Culture and History and co-editor of Yale University Press' "Jewish Lives" series challenges popular misconceptions in a revised account of the Kishinev riot of 1903 and how it transformed the course of 20th-century Jewish history.
A doodle-illustrated essay collection by the author of Bearded Lady takes readers on an anecdotal tour of the female body that explores the social biases, self-maintenance practices and aesthetic realities that shape how women view themselves
An insider's assessment of the devastating effects of evangelical Christianity on a generation of young woman describes the extreme, shame-oriented tactics of the religious "purity" cultures of the 1990s and her own subsequent journey of investigation and healing.
The former Secretary of Homeland Security and author of Homeland Security: Assessing the First Five Years outlines powerful arguments for new laws and policies to protect society and individual autonomy from cyber-security threats
The founder of the Magnolia New Beginnings nonprofit peer-support group shares the gripping story of her confrontation with the opioid epidemic in the wake of her daughter's sudden and brutal battle with substance abuse.
From a multiple New York Times best-selling author comes the rollicking, outrageous, you-can’t-make-this-up story of the USFL. 50,000 first printing. Illustrations
Documents the 500-year rise of sugar from a costly luxury to a staple thought to be the root of global health problems, tracing how the industry was established through plantation slavery and how it has shaped modern society. By the author of Crossings.
The best-selling author of Medical Medium explores the healing powers of 50 fruits, vegetables, herbs, spices and wild foods while challenging popular misunderstandings in areas ranging from fertility and inflammation to sleep disorders and the mind-gut connection. 30,000 first printing.
The Pulitzer Prize-winning author of The Crusades of Cesar Chavez presents a panoramic history of California and its impact on the nation from the Gold Rush to Silicon Valley, told through the lens of Governor Jerry Brown's family dynasty
A former NFL general manager and three-time Super Bowl winner discusses what makes a football team successful and what makes an organization fail repeatedly by explaining how the best leaders evaluate, acquire, and utilize personnel in ways others do not.
From early celestial navigation to satellite-enabled warfare, a well-researched book provides a thought-provoking exploration of the centuries-old relationship between science and military power.
In an introduction to one of the oldest, yet most radical, ways to improve and beautify a vegetable garden, the author walks readers through the ins and outs of planting flowers and vegetables together, from how it works to which plants go together. Original.
The best-selling author of How the Hell Did This Happen? shares his signature humorous observations about the illogical world of finance in such essays as "How I Learned Economics by Watching People Try to Kill Each Other."
Traces the iconic Senator's rise from her hardscrabble origins in the American Midwest to a leader in progressive politics, sharing stories from her career as well as her insights into the economic realities of today. By a New York Times best-selling author
The author describes his friendship with an 80-year-old woman in Amsterdam who was smuggled as a child into his grandfather's family during the Nazi occupation and together they confront the dark truth of the Dutch cooperation in rounding up the Jews.
A companion to PBS' "Civilizations" chronicles the intertwined histories of art and religion to explain the irreconcilable problems that all faiths have navigated while trying to represent the divine
"Frye Gaillard has given us a deeply personal history, bringing his keen storyteller's eye to this pivotal time in American life. He explores the competing story arcs of tragedy and hope through the political and social movements of the times - civil rights, black power, women's liberation, the Vietnam War and the protests against it.
An advocate of consumer rights, bringing together the outrages of the Trump administration with the key flaws and failures of the previous administrations, shows how these regimes ushered in the rise of corporate power and the abandonment of the lower classes.
The co-founder of TheLi.st describes the discrimination she endured as a successful careerwoman without a spouse or child, tracing her midlife journey of self-discovery and how it challenged her beliefs about love, death, sex, friendship and loneliness.
A Yale philosopher and author of How Propaganda Works reveals the fascist politics behind today's ethnic, racial and religious divides, identifying 10 key examples of fascist politics that are used by today's leaders to hold onto power
A recovery advocate for the Facing Addiction not-for-profit and former White House staffer traces his own recovery journey while comprehensively explaining the national opioid crisis and his recommendations for addressing it.
The "Queen of the Indies" star of such productions as Waiting for Guffman shares insider perspectives on a life in entertainment, exploring the therapeutic activities that enrich her life and her relationships with forefront directors
Describes the outbreak of the Spanish Flu 100 years ago that killed more than 50 million people around the world, including 550,000 in the United States, right in the middle of World War I.
A groundbreaking guide to the art of negotiation, written by three Harvard professors, offers comprehensive examinations of the methods of one of the most successful dealmakers of all time, Henry Kissinger, as well as some of his most impressive achievements, including the Paris Peace Accords for which he won the 1973 Nobel Peace Prize.
The New York Times best-selling author of Sapiens and Homo Deus shares probing insights into such present-day issues as the role of technology in transforming humanity, the epidemic of false news and the modern relevance of nations and religion
A collection of essays offers sharp social criticism on a wide variety of topics, including politics, literature, art, music, travel, the media, psychology, fictional animals, Aretha Franklin, Edward Snowden, Gordon Lish and the closing of the Ringling Bros. circus.
The New York Times best-selling author of The New Fat Flush Plan reveals a digestive system glitch that can result in metabolic slowdown and provides a plan to rest your digestive tract, detox and reboot your metabolism. 40,000 first printing
Documents the 2014 poisoning of the residents of Flint, Michigan, by contaminated water, and the ensuing 18-month activism case that only got the state to admit its complicity after 12 people died and many others suffered permanent injuries.
A candid memoir by the Jefferson Airplane and Hot Tuna co-founder and guitarist traces his life and relationships with fellow artists while discussing his present-day work at the instructional Fur Peace Ranch Guitar Camp.
An award-winning journalist documents the idiosyncratic mix of history, sports, urban studies and more reflected in Oklahoma City, tracing its chaotic origins through the near-instant metropolis of today through the stories of creative innovators.
The author of the best-selling The Righteous Mind and his co-author controversially link rising rates of depression and anxiety to today's culture of safety, social media and political divides, arguing in favor of traditional wisdom that promotes grit and antifragility. Includes charts
The award-winning New York Times Magazine chief national correspondent, best-selling author of This Town and lifelong Patriots fan presents a scathing analysis of professional football in the present climate of high success, dangerous injuries and scandal
An insider's account of the life and trial of Willem Holleeder, written by his sister and confidante, breaks silence on his roles in the 1983 abduction of Heineken's CEO and numerous assassinations. 30,000 first printing.
The New York Times best-selling author of Brainstorm and Mindsight introduces readers to his science-based Wheel of Awareness meditation discipline, demonstrating how a practice of focused attention and kindness can promote brain health and psychological wellness
A book spanning 500 years and drawing on research in the areas of history, anthropology, political science and economics describes the epic history of the country of Brazil, from European colonization in the 1600s to the 2016 Summer Olympics.
A well-respected sleep expert takes readers on a scientific journey through slumber, exploring every aspect of sleep, from the different stages of sleep all the way to what happens when getting some shut-eye becomes more of a trial than a pleasure.
A paleontologist and astrobiologist breaks down the complex process of epigenetics to reexamine how the history of our species has left its mark on our physiology, behavior and intelligence, in a revealing and controversial exploration of how traits are inherited.
A richly detailed portrait of lesser-known Founding Father, Dr. Joseph Warren, examines his work as a forefront architect of the colonial rebellion, before his hero's death at Bunker Hill obscured his essential role in America's independence.
Tells the true story of a pioneering geologist and an explorer/surveyor and their escalating rivalry as they fell in love with the same woman and also wanted to be the first Englishman to reach the summit of Mount Everest.
A Nobel Prize-winning neuroscientist draws on his extensive research to explore how the mind and one's individual sense of self arise from the physical matter of the brain, explaining what brain disorders can teach us about human nature.
The author of Debtor Nation presents a history of the lesser-known origins of the "gig economy" that reveals how deliberate decisions made by consultants and CEOs in the 1950s and 1960s upended the stability of the workplace
A forefront neurobiologist from the University of Florence presents a paradigm-shifting report on the plant world's sophisticated ability to innovate, adapt and learn, explaining how plants can offer compelling solutions to many of today's technological and ecological problems.
A well-respected Republican strategist and contributor for The Daily Beast, using his trademark dark humor and biting analysis, exposes the damage Trump has done to the country and explains why he believes him to be the worst president in U.S. history
A groundbreaking dual biography of notorious gangster Al Capone and Prohibition agent Eliot Ness explores the violence and corruption of 1930s Chicago and the history-shaping raids and arrests made by the legendary Untouchables. 125,000 first printing.
"Keith Woodhouse explores the political and intellectual history of the radical environmental movement--a movement founded by activists who grew disenchanted with the strategies of the mainstream environmental movement. While mainstream environmentalists(Sierra Club, the Wilderness Society, etc.) emphasized lobbying and working within the political system, groups like
The author of Cosmopolitanism draws on historical events to reveal how the collective identities that shape our polarized world are inherently contradictory, subject to cycles of conflict and based on illusory misconceptions
Drawing on the most recent research on attention, a groundbreaking resource shows readers how to manage their attention to get things done, become more creative and live a meaningful life in an increasingly chaotic world. Includes diagrams and charts. By the author of The Productivity Project
Tracing the fee system from its origins to the present, this thought-provoking volume will reshape our understanding of wealth inequality in America as it examines the explosion of fees that accompany virtually every transaction that we make.
Draws on the author's extensive research from Proust and the Squid to consider the future of the reading brain and its capacity for critical thinking, empathy and reflection in today's highly digitized world. 25,000 first printing
A popular podcaster, blogger and "slow-living" guru describes how to find health and happiness in our busy modern lives by focusing on what really matters and decluttering, disconnecting from technology and reconnecting with people you love.
Addressing the diabetes-caregiver community, a timely resource focuses specifically on the needs and interests of those supporting a person with diabetes, educating them on the disease and its management and helping them to understand where their involvement begins and ends. Original.
The author of The True American presents a scathing insider's report on the realities of the global elite's efforts to tackle important world issues through philanthropy and free enterprise while ignoring their direct role in creating the problems
Recounts the author's experiences leaving her editor career behind to join a pig farming collective in Gascony, France, which caused her to question everything she had believed about life, death, and dinner
The author of The Moor recounts his travels through eight of the world's most extreme deserts, including the Gobi Desert and the Great Victoria Desert, in a literary tribute to their cultural relevance and timeless, forbidding allure
A full-color book showcases 10 retired school buses that have been transformed into tiny homes, exploring all of the inventive architectural details, creative materials and unique style that went into each conversion.
A TV pundit defends Trump’s policies in the face of what she sees as liberal hypocrisy and exaggeration.
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