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NATIONAL BESTSELLER • An extraordinary book that reveals how the themes and symbols of ancient narratives continue to bring meaning to birth, death, love, and war.“Campbell has become the rarest of intellectuals in American life: a serious thinker who has been embraced by the popular culture.”—NewsweekThe Power of Myth launched an extraordinary resurgence of interest in Joseph Campbell and his work. A preeminent scholar, w...

SHORTLISTED FOR THE AMERICAN LIBRARY ASSOCIATION'S "ADRENALINE" CATEGORY"Any new novel by Joseph Finder is a ticket to reading pleasure, and this one is hands down his best ever."—Stephen King"This is Finder at his finest—a perfect everyman-in-peril story, first building an ominous drumbeat of menace, then exploding in action and intrigue and triumph. As good as it gets."—Lee ChildFrom the New York Times...

For a cop, a night on the job means killing time and trying not to get killed. If you're a cop in Hollywood Division, it also means dealing with the most overwrought, desperate, and deluded criminals anywhere. When you're patrolling Sunset and Hollywood Boulevards, neither a good reputation nor the lessons of scandals past will help you keep your cool, your sanity, or your life when things heat up.The robbery of a Hollywood jewelry store, complete with masks and a hand grenade, quickly con...

Relational Alchemy: Transforming Toxic Social Fuels Into Unbreakable Bonds is a groundbreaking exploration of how human connection can be reshaped through the fusion of trauma-informed communication, conflict chemistry, social physics, and deep relating. This book proposes a near-magical process for turning the most painful aspects of relationships-resentment, fear, shame, and conflict-into catalysts for intimacy, trust, and resilience. Written in a deeply human voice, it guides readers th...

A New York Times Notable Book of 2020A Bloomberg Best Non-Fiction Book of 2020A Behavioral Scientist Notable Book of 2020A Human Behavior & Evolution Society Must-Read Popular Evolution Book of 2020A bold, epic account of how the co-evolution of psychology and culture created the peculiar Western mind that has profoundly shaped the modern wor...

Catch-22 is a darkly comic anti-war novel that follows Captain John Yossarian, a U.S. Army bombardier during World War II, as he desperately tries to escape the madness and bureaucracy of military life. Trapped by the paradoxical logic of “Catch-22”—which states that trying to avoid combat missions proves one is sane, but asking to be grounded is evidence of insanity—Yossarian finds himself in an endless cycle of absurdity, fear, and frustration. Through satire and surreal humor, Joseph He...

New York Times Bestseller"Hypnotic and darkly funny. . . . Belongs to a particular strain of American gothic that encompasses The Twilight Zone, Stephen King and Twin Peaks, with a bit of Tremors thrown in." —The Guardian"A splendid, weird, moving novel."— NPR.orgFrom the creators of the wildly popular Welcome to Night Vale podcast comes an imaginative su...

This fiftieth-anniversary edition commemorates Joseph Heller’s masterpiece with a new introduction; critical essays and reviews by Norman Mailer, Alfred Kazin, Anthony Burgess, and others; rare papers and photos; and much more.Nominated as one of America’s best-loved novels by PBS’s The Great American Read.Now a Hulu limited series starring Christopher Abbott, George Clooney, Kyle Chandler, and Hugh Laurie....

Book DescriptionMasters of Innovation: How Tech and Real Estate Billionaires Drive Progress delves into the lives and legacies of visionary leaders at the intersection of technology and real estate. This book provides an in-depth exploration of how these trailblazers transform industries through disruptive innovations, strategic partnerships, and sustainable development.The narrative unfolds the stories of tech and real estate billionaires who defy...

T he Polite Poison is a provocative exploration of how civility- long celebrated as the cornerstone of social harmony-has been transformed into a subtle weapon of control. Blending social contract theory, power dynamics, communication ethics, and revolutionary praxis, this book dismantles the myth that politeness is always virtuous. Instead, it reveals how civility disciplines speech, silences dissent, and sustains inequality across class, gender, race, and politics. With sharp analysis an...

The Untethered Anchor: Balancing Stability and Adventure in a Changing WorldIn a world constantly evolving, the desire to break free from the chains of routine and explore the unknown is an intrinsic part of the human experience. The Untethered Anchor: Balancing Stability and Adventure in a Changing World delves into the delicate equilibrium between the need for stability and the yearning for adventure. This captivating book explores the journey of embraci...

A highly original and groundbreaking book from a noted PGA coach and Buddhist instructor • “The lessons in Zen Golf make the mental game seem so simple. Dr. Parent has given me very effective methods for working with thoughts and emotions, and for taking the negatives out of the picture.” —Vijay Singh, Masters and PGA ChampionBy combining classic insights and stories from Zen tradition, Zen Golf helps eliminate the mental distractions that routine...