InParty of One,investigative journalist Michael Harris closely examines the majority government of a prime minister essentially unchecked by the opposition and empowered by the general election victory of May 2011. Harris looks at Harper’s policies, instincts, and the often breathtaking gap between his stated political principles and his practices.Harris argues that Harper is more than a master of controlling information: he is a profoundly anti-democratic figure. In the F-35 debac...

Governor General's Award-winner Michael Harris explores the profound emotional and intellectual benefits of solitude, and how we may achieve it in our fast-paced world.The capacity to be alone--properly alone--is one of life's subtlest skills. Real solitude is a contented and productive state that garners tangible rewards: it allows us to reflect and recharge, improving our relationships with ourselves and, paradoxically, with others. Today, the zeitgeist embraces ...

In 1956, the United States detonated 17 H-bombs in the South Pacific, including the two deadliest explosions ever to occur anywhere on our planet—before or since.The 1,612 soldiers stationed at the headquarters island (including me, a draftee) were sent there to “observe” this nuclear test series, named Operation Redwing. Wearing only T-shirts and shorts and without Radsuits, high density goggles or other protective gear, we were exposed to radiation and fallout.NUKED: ...

Only one generation in history (ours) will experience life both with and without the Internet. For everyone who follows us, online life will simply be the air they breathe. Today, we revel in ubiquitous information and constant connection, rarely stopping to consider the implications for our logged-on lives.Michael Harris chronicles this massive shift, exploring what we’ve gained—and lost—in the bargain. In this eloquent and thought-provoking book, Harris argues th...

Our lives are defined by a story of endless growth and consumption. Now a climate crisis demands that we change. Can we write new stories?In All We Want, award-winning author Michael Harris dismantles our untenable consumer culture and delivers surprising, heartwarming alternatives. Drawing on the wisdom of philosophers, scientists, and artists, Harris uncovers three realms where humans have always found deeper meaning: the worlds of Craft, the Sublime, an...

In a world of constant noise and digital burnout, the search for meaning has moved from the cathedral to the circuit board. We are witnessing the birth of "Functional Faith"—a revolutionary shift where the existential question is no longer "What is true?" but "What works?"In The Future of Faith, Michael Harris explores how artificial intelligence and advanced technology are becoming our new spiritual intermediaries. This isn't a critique of the digital age; it's a manual f...

“Farley and Claire is a love story, a biography, a Tale of Two Farleys, or perhaps three: the public one, the private one, and the secret one.”—Margaret AtwoodThe tumultuous, enduring love story between iconic writer Farley Mowat and his wife Claire, including excerpts from their passionate letters, published here for the first time.When Farley Mowat met Claire Wheeler in August 1960, the attraction was immediate, and within days t...

Catch-22 with radiation.Area 51 meets Dr. Strangelove.Except it really happened.THE ATOMIC TIMES is the absolutely insane, incredibly f*cked-up, but true, eyewitness story of what happened in 1956 on a tiny island in the South Pacific when over 1600 young soldiers (including me) were turned into atomic guinea pigs by the US Army.We...

Discover the Mysteries of History's Most Coveted Lost Treasures!Dear lover of adventure and enigmas,Can you imagine following the clues of hidden treasures that have inspired legends for centuries? Now you have the opportunity to explore the most fascinating stories of humanity in " The Most Sought−After Lost Treasures", a book that will take you on an exciting journey through time, cultures, and mysteries.What will you find in this book?32 Legendary Treasur...

Brighten your day with a memory and a smile!Retired educator and jack-of-all-trades, Dr. Michael Harris offers short, entertaining stories that will evoke memories of your childhood and remind you of a simpler, less politically correct time in life.From clothes shopping to picking out a birthday present; from the uselessness of grits to surviving a road trip in the backseat of the family car in the 1970s, there are few subjects Dr. Harris is not willing to tackle in this co...

Retirement is often thought of as a time to slow down, but what if it could be the most vibrant and fulfilling chapter of your life? In Redefining Retirement: How to Stay Active, Engaged, and Fulfilled, you’ll discover that retirement isn’t about stepping back—it’s about stepping into new possibilities, passions, and purpose. This book is a guide for anyone looking to reinvent retirement, embracing this stage of life with energy, curiosity, and excitement.Whether you’re approaching...

The internet doesn't live in the cloud — it runs through glass threads on the ocean floor, through satellites controlled by a single billionaire, through cobalt mines in the Congo and lithium flats in the Atacama. The Shadow Cartographers maps the invisible infrastructure that actually powers the modern world: who owns it, who can shut it off, and why most governments don't yet understand what they've surrendered. A landmark work of geopolitical nonfiction for anyone who wants to see the w...