Social sciences

On Wednesdays we wear pink and read tarot cards! Revisit the cafeteria at North Shore High and celebrate the beloved cult classic film Mean Girls and spill your secrets with this must-have illustrated tarot deck and guidebook. A fan favorite since its release in 2004, Mean Girls has left audiences obsessed with its depiction of high-school drama, humor, and heart. Now, tarot enthusiasts and Mean

Discover the magical properties of gemstones with this definitive work by America's first professional gemologist, George Frederick Kunz, presented in a luxurious hardback gift edition with gilded page edges. Drawing on his wide-ranging research into the occult and magical properties of gemstones, George Frederick Kunz produced a treasure trove of a book that covers ideas about precious and se

Discover how the brain processes the world around us in this accessible introduction to cognitive psychology, written by psychologist and educator, Dr Shona Saul. Cognitive psychology is at the heart of the human experience and helps explain why we perceive the world as we do. This beginner's guide draws on the latest scientific research to present this hugely important subject in a new and exc

"I have committed many acts of cruelty and had an incalculable number of men killed, never knowing whether what I did was right. But I am indifferent to what people think of me." - Genghis Khan A spine-chilling chronicle of dictators and their crimes against humanity, Tyrants introduces the most bloodthirsty madmen - and women - ever to wield power over their unfortunate fellow human beings.

"Peake's explanation of your immortality is the most innovative and provocative argument I have seen" - Bruce Greyson, Carlson Professor of Psychiatry, University of Virginia. What happens when we die? As the bestselling author of Is There Life After Death? and Cheating the Ferryman, Anthony Peake has studied this topic for over two decades. In this latest follow-up, Peake explores the incre

The Hitler Youth was founded in 1922 as the youth organisation of the German Nazi Party in Germany. After Hitler became Chancellor in 1933, the organisation gained importance as a route to indoctrinating German youth with the ideals espoused by the Nazis. As war approached it became partially a paramilitary organisation and as war broke out and Germany came under greater pressure, many very youn

When Laura Estreich is born, her appearance presents a puzzle: does the shape of her eyes indicate Down syndrome or the fact that she has a Japanese grandmother? In this powerful memoir, George Estreich, a poet and stay-at-home dad, tells his daughter's story, reflecting on her inheritance - from the literal legacy of her genes, to the family history that precedes her, to the Victorian physician J

An insightful guide that shows how habits of behavior are formed, and how we can transform bad habits into positive behaviors in ourselves and others. Smart Change explores the psychological mechanisms that form and maintain habits in individuals and groups and offers real, accessible and actionable advice for changing habits. In an engaging narrative, Markman covers a wide range of habits, from

Now in paperback: A groundbreaking, practical guide for fueling workplace happiness, creativity, and success based on the latest research from the behavioral sciences. For readers of Malcolm Gladwell, Daniel Pink, and Stephen Dubner, a captivating and surprising journey through the science of workplace excellence. Why do successful companies reward failure? What can casinos teach us about b

The Heroine´s Journey describes contemporary woman´s search for wholeness in a society where she has been defined according to masculine values. Drawing on cultural myths and fairy tales, ancient symbols and goddesses, and the dreams of contemporary women, Murdock illustrates the need for—and the reality of—feminine values in Western culture. This special anniversary edition, with a ne

Self-talk matters, but what methods of building healthy self-talk actually work? This how-to guide shares evidence-based techniques to go from being your own worst critic to your own best friend. Perhaps you want to be nicer to yourself but don´t really know how to get there. Or maybe you´re someone who assumes self-criticism is a permanent part of your personality. Rest assured y

A Pulitzer Prize nominee and the bestselling author of Emotional Intelligence bridges modern science with the spiritual wisdom of the East This extraordinary series of encounters between the Dalai Lama and prominent Western psychologists, physicians, and meditation teachers sheds new light on the mind-body connection Can the mind heal the body? The Buddhist tradition says yes—and now ma

Gold Nautilus Book Award Winner  Leading African American Buddhist teachers offer lessons on racism, resilience, spiritual freedom, and the possibility of a truly representative American Buddhism. With contributions by Acharya Gaylon Ferguson, Cheryl A. Giles, Gyōzan Royce Andrew Johnson, Ruth King, Kamilah Majied, Lama Rod Owens, Lama Dawa Tarchin Phillips, Sebene Selassie, and Pamela

A beautifully curated presentation of the Thousand Character Essay, a masterpiece of Chinese calligraphy that has served as the art form's classic manual for over 1,400 years. Sung to infants as a lullaby, used to teach reading and writing, and employed as library index codes, the Thousand Character Essay is China's most widely used and beloved calligraphy textbook. Composed by the literary gian

2023 National Parenting Product Award Winner 2023 Next Generation Indie Book Awards Finalist Twelve practical strategies to experience more joy and feel less guilt as a working parent, drawn from ACT, the groundbreaking therapy technique that has helped countless people. Dr. Yael Schonbrun calls out the myth of the work-life balance and offers practical strategies that can help us reframe

For every would-be leader, this acclaimed Taoist classic offers timeless insights for building a better world The Taoist sages of ancient China have long been lauded for their transformative teachings on the art of harmonious living, community organization, and cultivating the common good. Along with Sun Tzu´s Art of War, the Huainanzi, here brought to life in English by preeminent translator Tho

Nautilus Book Award Winner Using the lens of ecopsychology, Returning the Self to Nature shows that the pervasive and extreme forms of narcissism we find in many modern societies are fundamentally the result of alienation from the natural world. But it doesn't have to be that way. Returning the Self to Nature is written for the person who no longer wishes to function in a world that revolve

¡OLVIDA LA REGLA DE LAS 10,000 HORAS, PARA APRENDER LO QUE NECESITAS SÓLO NECESITARÁS 20 HORAS! Si pudieras aprender lo que quisieras ¿Qué encabezaría tu lista? ¿Qué te detiene? ¿Te preocupan las habilidades que necesitarás o el tiempo requerido? En sólo 20 horas ofrece un enfoque sistemático para la rápi

Perder el miedo a la muerte de un ser querido desde el amor, la compasión y el cuidado. «Abrazar hasta el último aliento es una muy necesitada orientación y enseñanza para quienes deben enfrentar estos momentos tan difíciles y delicados en la vida familiar, cuando un ser querido está en la etapa final de su existencia.» —Marcelo Rittner

¿Qué nos estanca en el sufrimiento cuando perdemos a un ser amado? ¿Por qué todo parece una pesadilla interminable? ¿Qué puede ayudarnos para atravesar el pantano de la tristeza? ¿Es posible ser felices después de esta tormenta? Sí, sí es posible y la mejor orientación nos la ofrece Mario Guerra en este libro &iacut