Social sciences

"Terror is the given of the place." The place is El Salvador in 1982, at the ghastly height of its civil war. Didion "brings the country to life" (The New York Times), delivering an anatomy of a particular brand of political terror—its mechanisms, rationales, and intimate relation to United States foreign policy. As ash travels from battlefields to body dumps, Didion interviews a puppe

#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • NATIONAL BOOK AWARD WINNER • NAMED ONE OF TIME´S TEN BEST NONFICTION BOOKS OF THE DECADE • PULITZER PRIZE FINALIST • NATIONAL BOOK CRITICS CIRCLE AWARD FINALIST • ONE OF OPRAH´S “BOOKS THAT HELP ME THROUGH” • NOW AN HBO ORIGINAL SPECIAL EVENT Hailed by Toni Morrison as “required reading,” a bold and personal literary exploration of Amer

“A masterpiece of the epistolary novel told in diary entries . . . beautifully translated . . . deeply felt”—from an award-winning and bestselling Danish novelist (Bookforum) A penetrating study of a woman who, in the wake of her domineering husband´s death, must embrace her newfound freedom and redefine herself Set in rural Denmark in the early 20th century, A Change of Time tells the sto

THE INSTANT #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER "Superbly reported . . . Reads like a Shakespearean drama on steroids." — Los Angeles Times "Explosive." —The New York Times "[The] most significant book to date about Biden´s cognitive decline." — The Atlantic "Destined to stand alongside classics like Theodore White´s The Making of the President 1960 and even Carl Bernstein and Bob

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • An urgent, topic-by-topic guide to Project 2025, with everything you need to know about how the second Trump administration is remaking America—from a go-to authority at The Atlantic When President Donald Trump returned to the White House in January 2025, news spread about his implementation of Project 2025, a nearly 1,000-page document published by the cons

Awaken your inner wisewoman or cunning man with this cottage witchery primer based on traditional, decolonized Celtic and British practices. Embrace the power of your surroundings by connecting with the spirits of your home, land, and ancestors, whether you live in a bustling city or a rural cottage. Through foundations of ancient Celtic wisdom, Danu Forest, author of Wild Magic, guides you

A magical 48-card oracle deck from the best-selling author of If Women Rose Rooted and Hagitude, drawing on the transformative power of fairy tales to help you believe in the possibility of change. Humans are natural storytellers, making sense of the world through tales, especially those encountered in childhood. Fairy tales are the finest teaching stories, holding rich, deep lessons that show us

A second-chance holiday romance about a woman who flees family scandal by returning to Wilder Ranch for Christmas, where she first found love—and heartbreak. She hasn´t been in love in ten years, but she´s about to get back in the saddle. With the holidays around the corner and her father recently imprisoned for financial fraud, disgraced journalist Emory Oakes doesn´t know where to turn.

- DID YOU HEAR ABOUT THE KIDS WHO FOUND A FERRARI BURIED IN THEIR GARDEN? - WHAT ABOUT THE MAN WHO SUED SATAN? - DO YOU KNOW THE LEGEND OF THE BUNNY MAN? Strange happenings, unsolved mysteries and seemingly supernatural events have gripped and shocked us for centuries, passed from person to person in whispers in classrooms, tales around the campfire and idle gossip among friends. Whether they

The journey of motherhood is a physical and emotional rollercoaster, and there's often little or no time to stop and consider your own needs, at least not without feeling guilty about it. This is where MOTHER POWER comes in – a reassuring parenting guide that's always in your corner.This wake-up call for mums everywhere will demonstrate how looking after your own well-being can make you a better p

If you're intrigued by the question "What makes us human?", strap in for this whirlwind tour of the highlights of anthropology From the first steps of our prehistoric ancestors, to the development of complex languages, to the intricacies of religions and cultures across the world, diverse factors have shaped the human species as we know it. Anthropology strives to untangle this fascinating web

This captivating collection of puzzles and trivia, exploring the world's weirdest events and crazy conspiracies, is sure to set your mind reeling Test your knowledge of US presidents with fiendish trivia questions Solve clues to discover how the CIA allegedly control their subjects Help the reptilian find the right path to its royal throne Discover some of the most perplexing mysteries that

A mood-boosting, confidence-building companion to help 7+-year-olds become their happiest selves Confidence is something many people struggle with throughout their lives. Supporting children as they face this challenge can help them grow into self-assured, happy individuals. Encourage your child to explore their emotions, overcome their fears and boost their self-confidence with this positive

‘At a time when disconnection from wildlife threatens our mental health this book offers the perfect adaptor to plug our brains back into natures’ therapeutic socket. Page by page it reconnects us to the real, wild world we live in. A must-read for any modern-day Homo sapiens.’ – Chris Packham In The Wild Remedy, Emma Mitchell’s deeply personal account of her interactions with nature and its he

An essential book for understanding modern geopolitics and war from a renowned neuroscientist, brain surgeon and strategic advisor to the UK and US governments

SOON TO BE A MAJOR MOTION PICTURE STARRING BENICIO DEL TORO, PRODUCED BY LEONARDO DICAPRIO Cuba, 1961. A failed invasion at The Bay of Pigs results in Fidel Castro tightening his hold over Cuba. José Miguel Battle Sr., a former cop and member of the counter-revolutionary group intent on overthrowing him, is captured. Miami, 1962. José Miguel Battle Sr. travels to the USA, chased from the isl

Queer people go through all kinds of unique milestones and rites of passage as we grow into our true selves. Whether you are coming out, attending your first Pride parade, or changing your pronouns, this book will help you enter these rites of passage thoughtfully and spiritually. Explore rituals for taking on a drag persona, hosting a funeral for your deadname, acknowledging chosen family,

Popularized by Joseph Campbell, the hero's journey features narrative stages along which a person matures and transforms. But where heroes transform is just as important as what they do to get there. Holly Bellebuono shows you how the location of each hero's journey step is intimately tied to the challenges faced, setting the tone for the entire adventure. Once Upon a Place explores narrativ