Thieves of Baghdad is a riveting account of Colonel Matthew Bogdanos and his team's extraordinary efforts to recover over 5,000 priceless antiquities stolen from the Iraqi National Museum after the fall of Baghdad. A mixture of police procedural, treasure hunt, war-time thriller, and cold-eyed assessment of the international black market in stolen art, Thieves of Baghdad also explores the soul of a truly remarkable man: a soldier, a father, and a passionate, dedicated scholar.

In "Tales of the Whispering Forest," join Elara and Finn on an epic adventure through a mystical forest filled with ancient secrets and magical beings. From discovering the enchanted grove to uncovering the legend of the Whispering Trees, they face cunning tricksters, powerful witches, and dark forces. Guided by a prophecy, they embark on a quest for the legendary Silver Leaf, unlocking the ability to communicate with the forest and confronting ultimate challenges that test their bravery, ...

Blending clear science, crisp philosophy, and grounded storytelling, Patrick William explores the biggest questions about reality with a playful, accessible tone. From established theories of the multiverse, time, and entropy to infinity and the possibility of cosmic immortality, he explains bold ideas in plain language. Rather than preach, he invites you to think deeply, question both scientific and religious certainty, and build a flexible idea-system of your own. A concise, energizing r...

From Adam Steltzner, who led the Entry, Descent, and Landing team in landing the Curiosity rover on the surface of Mars, comes a profound book about breakthrough innovation in the face of the impossibleThe Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) is home to some of history’s most jaw-dropping feats of engineering. When NASA needed to land Curiosity—a 2,000-pound, $2.5 billion rover—on the surface of Mars, 140 million miles away, they turned to JPL. Steltzn...

Acholi Intellectuals draws on the writings of homespun historians, interviews with elderly men and women who remember the last days of colonial rule, and government and missionary archives to illuminate the intellectual and political history of the colonial transition in northern Uganda. The book focuses on Acholiland, a place that has been chronically understudied in comparison to Uganda’s rich, fertile, and well-documented south. Southerners there—following the depictions of col...

In 1997, amid Aerosmith's sold-out world tour and number one album release, word about Joey's troubles was reported in the press.Despite the advice he had received to play it down, Joey revealed in an interview his ongoing struggles with depression. The response from fans and people battling those same internal demons was overwhelming. Joey—who has been the drummer in Aerosmith since it was founded in 1970 and is the first member of the band to release his own book—now tells the complete s...

In the coastal village of Marinia, young Elara discovers an enchanted shell that leads her to Seraphina, a cursed mermaid. Together, they embark on a perilous quest to break the curse, battling mythical creatures and confronting dark forces. As Elara rises as the guardian of the shore, her legacy endures, inspiring future generations to protect the ocean. "The Mermaid's Whisper" is a captivating tale of bravery, friendship, and the timeless bond between humans and the sea.

The Phoenix King: unfolds the epic journey of a mythical ruler born from the Sacred Flame, destined to balance life and death. As he navigates trials of fire and confronts ancient evils, the Phoenix King must harness the Eternal Flame's power to restore harmony to his kingdom. From battling gods to merging with a dark counterpart, his quest reveals profound truths about sacrifice and renewal. This compelling saga weaves a tale of legacy, r...

Fine Road to Death Row: The True Story of Herzog and ShermantineBetween 1984 and 1999, childhood friends Loren Herzog and Wesley Shermantine transformed California's San Joaquin County into their personal hunting ground, committing what may be dozens of murders while evading detection through methodological sophistication and systematic victimization of society's most vulnerable populations. This comprehensive true crime investigation chronicles their fifteen-year ...

In a land ruled by prophecy and fate, an ancient Oracle awakens, revealing visions of war, heroism, and the rise of dark forces. As kingdoms gather to face a foretold plague and impending doom, a chosen warrior must rise to fulfill a destiny that will shape the world's future. Exploring themes of courage, sacrifice, and wisdom, The Last Oracle: Prophecies of the Ancient World is an epic tale of power, prophecy, and the eternal struggle between light and darkness.

In "The Enchanted Mirror: A Tale of Destiny," a humble villager named Elara is thrust into a journey to fulfill an ancient prophecy. Guided by a magical mirror that reveals one's true destiny, Elara and her companions face trials that test their courage, wisdom, and loyalty. As they confront dark forces and hidden truths, Elara must embrace her destiny and lead her kingdom to peace. The story culminates in a final confrontation, where the prophecy is fulfilled in an unexpected way, leaving...

The Ghost Ship: Legends of the High Seas is an epic tale of Captain Elias Storm and his cursed crew, doomed to wander the oceans for eternity. Battling mythical creatures, treacherous waters, and the dark forces that bind them, they seek to break their curse. With each harrowing chapter, the legend of the ghost ship deepens, culminating in a final, dramatic confrontation. This haunting narrative explores betrayal, redemption, and the undying lore of the high seas.