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...

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.

A pioneering neuroscientist reveals the reasons for loneliness and what to do about it.John T. Cacioppo’s groundbreaking research topples one of the pillars of modern medicine and psychology: the focus on the individual as the unit of inquiry. By employing brain scans, monitoring blood pressure, and analyzing immune function, he demonstrates the overpowering influence of social context—a factor so strong that it can alter DNA replication. He defines an unrecognized syndrome—chronic...

When Tamara Mellon’s father lent her the seed money to start a high-end shoe company, he cautioned her: “Don’t let the accountants run your business.” Little did he know. Over the next fifteen years, the struggle between “financial” and “creative” would become one of the central themes as Mellon’s business savvy, creative eye, and flair for design built Jimmy Choo into a premier name in the competitive fashion industry.Over time, Mellon grew Jimmy Choo into a billion dollar brand. ...

The Last Sorcerer takes readers on an epic journey through a kingdom where magic reigns and power is coveted. Aelor, a gifted sorcerer born under mysterious circumstances, embarks on a path of discovery, loyalty, and ultimately, betrayal. Under the guidance of his master, Aelor's choices lead him deeper into dark magic, setting the stage for a prophecy of treachery. As he rises in power, a lost heir emerges, threatening to restore balance....

The Call of Nursing is not your typical book about nurses. In it, we go behind the curtain of silence that hangs across the profession. It lets us hear why nurses today do what they do, and allows those nurses to show us—in their own words—what has mattered most to them in their professional careers. A hospice nurse reveals the connection she develops to dying people. A medical missionary talks about using her skills as an RN, RT, and translator in Peru with CardioStart International. A la...

No matter your dreams and goals, THE INNERGY PRINCIPLE centers on one idea: that you are the creator of your own future. You are not a prisoner of your past-in fact, YOU ARE FAR MORE POWERFUL THAN YOU'VE BEEN TAUGHT. It offers a proven framework to turn your life around, whether you're stuck or ready to go further.If you feel stuck, stressed, or settling for less, the problem isn't you. It's that your mindset and behaviors were shaped by childhood ...

The first book of its kind in the field, this timely introduction to post- colonial theory offers lucid and accessible summaries of the major work of key theorists such as Frantz Fanon, Edward Said.Homi Bhabha and Gayatri Spivak. The Guide also Explores the lines of resistance against colonialism and highlights the theories of post-colonial identity that have been responsible for generating some of the most influential and challenging critical work of recent decades. Designed for undergrad...

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 ...

The Legend of the Shadow Blade is a gripping tale of prophecy, power, and sacrifice. When a humble blacksmith named Kael discovers he is destined to wield the Shadow Blade, he embarks on a dangerous journey with unlikely allies. Together, they must confront a dark warlord and an ancient evil bound within the blade itself. With themes of betrayal, heroism, and the struggle between light and darkness, this epic fantasy explores the cost of victory and the enduring legacy of ...

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...

Lara Croft meets Pulp Fiction…“Elocution Lessons” is an adult action-adventure about a brilliant young linguist, Tina Wood. Through her university mentor, she is hired as an FBI consultant to translate documents that originated in the Middle East. These translation assignments were supposed to be routine. However, they lead Dr. Wood into an ever-expanding labyrinth of international intrigue, double-dealing, and deviant deeds. She will need all her ingenuity, wits, and knowledge to ...