"One of the few books that treats the foundations of the theory of relativity seriously and in elaborate detail, at the non-specialist level." — NatureFrom A to B may not seem a great distance to travel, but, as Robert Geroch demonstrates in his conversational style, our perception of distance is always relative to our position in space. For persons situated outside the speculative realms of physics and mathematics, Geroch's tour from A to...

"A remarkable achievement . . . an informing sight of the sort of mathematics that underpins much of the present day research in theoretical physics." —C. J. Isham, Contemporary PhysicsMathematical Physics is an introduction to such basic mathematical structures as groups, vector spaces, topological spaces, measure spaces, and Hilbert space. Geroch uses category theory to emphasize both the interrelationships among different stru...

Augustus and Tiberius; Caligula, Claudius and Nero – we can all name a Roman emperor or two.But what about the philosopher Marcus Aurelius musing in his favourite villa on the Danube in Austria?How about the wretched Valerian, used as a mounting block for the King of Persia before being flayed alive?Or Elagabalus, the sun-worshipping transgender emperor?He who took the poisoned chalice of th...

In today's fast-paced, ever-changing economic landscape, it's easy to feel like you're caught in the crossfire you don't fully understand. Quite Possibly the Best Introduction to the Economy will empower you to understand what causes crashes, bangs and economic wallops, and how to leverage your new-found knowledge to do more than just survive in the global economy.This essential book gives you simple answers to frequently asked questions, such as:• Why, if there's p...

"I know of only one person who could put together such a treasury of the best recipes in the world: Mark Bittman." —Chef José Andrés, founder of World Central KitchenJoin iconic, six-time James Beard Award–winning food writer Mark Bittman on a journey across the globe—not to the fanciest, most-acclaimed restaurants in the world, but to the good bars, little joints, mom-and-pop operations, and home kitchens that serve up common, everyday food.Here you'll fin...

Strengthen Your Mind-Body Connection"Whether you're an ambitious athlete, someone committed to their personal strength goals, or a newcomer looking for physical health inspiration, Functional Training for the Mind will guide you in the right direction!" — Jeremy Bhandari, author of the bestselling Trust the GrindDon't just achieve your gym goals, learn how to achieve any life goal you set.T...

Meet the Gods of Sun and SacrificeStep into the dazzling world of ancient Mesoamerica with this engaging and accessible guide to Aztec mythology.#1 New Release in History of New Age & MythologyExplore the legends, gods, and cosmic cycles that defined one of the most powerful civilizations in the Americas. Far from a dry academic text, Myths, Gods, and Rituals of Aztec Mythology brings these...

**A frank, hands-on guide to using AI at work, unpacking for the curious and skeptical alike the “24 Laws” of AI and revealing strategies that businesses of every size can use to free up time, innovate, and add to the bottom line—from a Wall Street Journal tech columnist“The antidote to AI panic. Read it. You’ll breathe easier.”—Scott Galloway, NYU Stern School of Business professor and co-host of Pivot with Kara Swisher“A clear, practical, and hype-free g...

Earth was never humanity's birthplace.It was our hiding place.When Australian SAS soldiers Rosco Martin and Fergie Moore uncover an impossible device beneath the Outback, they trigger a signal buried for sixty-five million years.Across the world, archaeologist Dr Elizabeth Jones discovers the same symbols on an artifact recovered beneath Antarctic ice. The markings point beyond Earth—and towards a war erased from human memory.

Did Henry VIII really plan to have Anne Boleyn's beloved dog thrown out the window?Was Elizabeth I secretly a man?Who were the Grey sisters, and why is theirs one of the saddest Tudor stories of all?From Henry VII to Elizabeth I, Bloody, Brilliant Tudors answers all these questions and more. Come with us as we delve into the people and places behind the world-famous Tudor myths and legends.Through v...

*A Financial Times and Waterstones Book of the Year 2025*Many artists are unaware of the mathematics that bubble beneath their craft, while some consciously use it for inspiration. Our instincts might tell us that these two subjects are incompatible forces with nothing in common, but what if we’re wrong?Marcus du Sautoy, acclaimed mathematician and Simonyi Professor for the Public Understanding of Science at the University of Oxford, looks to art, ...

SHORTLISTED FOR THE ANDRÉ SIMON FOOD BOOK AWARDS 2025AS FEATURED ON BBC RADIO 4 THE FOOD PROGRAMME 16/01/2026“This deserves a slot on the kitchen shelf of every passionate cook” DAVID ZILBER“A vital resource for the ferment-curious” JAMES READ“This book will inspire a whole new generation of fermenters” KENJI MORIMOTO“A rich resource that enlightens and inspires” MARK DIACONO