Adult Non-fiction
These non-fiction books are new to our shelves in the last 30 days (most recent on top).
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"When Rupert Murdoch made a fateful decision about who should inherit his media colossus, he believed that pitting his children against each other would produce the most capable heir. Twenty-five years later, that gamble would tear apart one of the world’…
"On September 24, 2021, Rachel Eliza Griffiths married her husband, the novelist Salman Rushdie. On the same day, hundreds of miles away, Griffiths’ closest friend and chosen sister, the poet Kamilah Aisha Moon, who was expected to speak at the wedding, d…
"This is a book about revolutions. Most countries are the progeny of revolution. At the birth of this nation, the Founding Fathers faced the quintessential question of self-governance: how do you keep democracy from devolving into violent anarchy or bruta…
"From 1817 to 1858, a series of conflicts known as the Seminole Wars took place between the United States and the tribes of Florida as they battled for the land. Within this unconquered territory, formerly enslaved mothers and fathers and Seminole famili…
"The American university—one of the most successful institutions in human history—is facing an unprecedented assault from the president of the United States. Experts on authoritarianism have drawn comparisons to Turkey and Hungary, where strongmen subdued…
"While it’s no longer possible to encounter a dodo in the wild, we can still come face-to-face with them in museums. The remains of extinct species—whether taxidermied, skeletal, drawn, or sculpted—stare back at us from display cases. In this moving med…
"When most of their peers were moving in with romantic partners and having children, Kim Hana and Hwang Sunwoo chose independence—savoring solitude, quiet mornings, and the unmitigated freedom of living alone. But in their forties, something shifted, and …
"Rapa Nui, known to Western cultures as Easter Island for centuries, has long been a source of mystery. While the massive stone statues that populate the island’s landscape have loomed in the popular Western imagination since Europeans first set foot ther…
"In a world grappling with major societal shifts and increasing isolation, it’s easy to feel like nothing you do matters. Even when we’re at the top of our game in our careers and have reached the personal milestones we’ve always dreamed about, so many of…
"In 2017, Brooke Nevils made a confidential HR complaint about one of the most powerful and familiar faces in media. Twenty-four hours later, the highest paid morning news anchor in history was fired, stunning millions of Americans in one of the MeToo era…
"Drawing on biology, psychology, and philosophy, Goldstein argues that this need to matter—and the various “mattering projects” it inspires—is the source of our greatest progress and our deepest conflicts: the very crux of the human experience. Goldstein…
"As the number one leading cause of death in the United States, heart disease has several common prescriptions from cardiologists, such as medication, surgery, diet, and exercise. There is, however, one treatment that is consistently overlooked: resilienc…
"Truth’s landmark slave narrative chronicles her experiences as a slave in upstate New York and her transformation into an extraordinary abolitionist, feminist, orator, and preacher. Based on the complete 1884 edition, this volume includes the “Book of Li…
"A grounded and intimate portrait of life by Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro. Where We Keep the Light is the story of public service and personal faith. From an early age, Josh Shapiro learned and practiced the power of showing up, listening, and execu…
"Seen from the West, Russia today is a distant, mysterious, hostile land. Since the invasion of Ukraine it seems to have sunk into an even deeper darkness than in the darkest times of the Soviet Union, like a planet in itself, a sinister world made distan…
"An observant, lyrical memoir exploring what owls can teach us about nature, chronic illness, and ourselves"--Provided by publisher.
"From CNN legal analyst Elliot Williams, a revelatory account of how one man, four teenagers, and a struggling city collided over race, vigilantism, and self-defense... and exposed the fault lines of a nation On a dirty New York subway car on December 22,…
"In his debut collection of nonfiction, Jim Daniels writes about trees, backyard swing sets, above-ground swimming pools, pets, and hoarding, carrying his beloved Detroit with him wherever he goes. A memoir in essays doubling as a rich and textured biogra…
"At three years old, Geena Davis announced she was going to be in movies. Now, with a slew of iconic roles and awards under her belt, she has surpassed her childhood dream—but the path to finding yourself never did run smoothly. In this simultaneously hil…
The war that made the Middle East : World War I and the end of the Ottoman Empire / Mustafa Aksakal.
"The Ottoman Empire’s collapse at the end of the First World War is often treated as a foregone conclusion. It was only a matter of time, the story goes, before the so-called Sick Man of Europe succumbed to its ailments—incompetent management, nationalism…
"In Glimmerings, leading Christian theologian Miroslav Volf and celebrated poet Christian Wiman engage the tensions of belief felt by many. In an exchange of personal letters, Volf and Wiman give voice to and validate the most pressing spiritual questions…
"Improve your artistic fitness―no sweating required! Join Hannah M. Pickerill for a watercolor crash course to bolster your skills and build a diverse portfolio. By completing one comprehensive lesson a day, you’ll radically improve your watercolor skills…
"Dogs love food, and just like human diets, the best canine diets feature natural, whole-food ingredients and homemade meals. Backed by extensive research on dog health, The Dog’s Table is the definitive guide to feeding your canine companions. Real food …
"To most Americans, Malcolm X and Martin Luther King Jr. represent contrasting ideals: self-defense versus nonviolence, Black Power versus civil rights, the sword versus the shield. The struggle for Black freedom is wrought with the same contrasts. While …
"Adventure awaits on the Last Frontier: make your way through Alaska's mountains, glaciers, and rivers with 'Moon Anchorage, Denali and the Kenai Peninsula'. Inside you'll find: Flexible itineraries including four days in Anchorage, four days in Denali Na…
"Long before the first Hebrew temple, before the birth of Christ or the mission of Muhammad, there lived in Persia a prophet to whom we owe the ideas of a single god, the cosmic struggle between good and evil, and the Apocalypse. His name was Zarathustra,…
"What if the path to a meaningful life isn't about what happens to you, but how you respond? Learn to master your mindset when it matters most. The Stoic Habit offers a practical pathway to developing the strength of character needed to handle any of life…
"This selection of Edgar Allan Poe’s poetical works includes some of his best-known pieces, including the triumphant, gleeful ‘The Bells’, the tragic ode ‘Annabel Lee’ and his famous gothic tour de force, ‘The Raven’. Some present powerful, nightmarish im…
"Ever wondered what Iris Murdoch might have served for supper, or how Emily Dickinson took her tea? The Writer’s Table brings together dining habits and favourite recipes from some of the world’s most beloved authors, offering a delicious glimpse into the…
"Vita Sackville-West, novelist, poet, and biographer, is best known as the friend of Virginia Woolf, who transformed her into an androgynous time-traveler in Orlando. The story of Sackville-West’s marriage to Harold Nicolson is one of intrigue and bewilde…
"Become an expert in using your sewing machine feet for various applications! Based on the popular class offered by Shelley Scott-Tobisch and Bernie Tobisch, the dynamic duo returns to teach you how to correctly select the right sewing foot for the job, u…
"Filled with detailed descriptions of materials and tools, the easy step-by-step instructions for all the basic sewing techniques will have you creating projects like aprons, pillows, and even pants and shorts in no time. These simple projects will introd…
"Illustrated with photographs from the author’s personal collection, Two or Three Things I Know for Sure tells the story of the Gibson women — sisters, cousins, daughters, and aunts — and the men who loved them, often abused them, and, nonetheless, shared…
"Chuck Klosterman—New York Times bestselling critic, journalist, and, yes, football psychotic—did not write this book to deepen your appreciation of the game. He’s not trying to help you become that person at the party, or to teach you how to make better …
"In the crucible of World War II, Saint Petersburg—then known as Leningrad—stands as a testament to human endurance. As the Nazis encircle the city, intent on annihilating its 1.5 million inhabitants, the narrative plunges into the harrowing nine hundred …
"Drawing on interviews with dozens of opera insiders—as well as her own experience as an award-winning librettist, trained vocalist, opera company director, and arts commentator—Caitlin Vincent deftly unravels clichés and presumptions, exposing such debat…
"In this groundbreaking work, Wallace makes an urgent case: mattering—the feeling that we are valued and have an opportunity to add value—is a core human need, as essential to our well-being as food and water. And yet, in today’s world, that fundamental n…
"In this startling group memoir, four friends—black and white, gay and straight, immigrant and American-born—use Toni Morrison’s novels as a springboard for intimate and revealing conversations about the problems of everyday racism and living whole in tim…
![Egypt [16th edition] / Sanad Tabbaa, Jessica Buxbaum, Mary Fitzpatrick, Paula Hardy, Anthon Jackson, Lauren Keith, Lama Obeid, Dr Jenny Walker, Nada El Sawy, Shoroq Galal.](https://secure.syndetics.com/index.aspx?isbn=9781837584000/lc.gif&client=cadlmi&type=unbound)
"Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan a multi-week adventure to Egypt. Clamber into dazzling tombs, dive over famous shipwrecks, set sail on a boat trip across the Nile, with our classic travel guide that's packed with …
"Perhaps no founding father is as mysterious as Thomas Jefferson. The author of the Declaration of Independence was both a gifted wordsmith and a bundle of nerves. His superior knowledge of the human heart is captured in the impassioned appeal he brought …
"In August 2019, Trevor Reed, a former US Marine and Presidential Guard, was arrested in Russia on false, trumped-up charges. For three years, he was imprisoned in the infamous Russian gulag, where the inhumane treatment threatened his health so severely …
"The histories of trees in America are also the histories of Black Americans. Pecan trees were domesticated by an enslaved African named Antoine; sycamore trees were both havens and signposts for people trying to escape enslavement; poplar trees are histo…
"Casseroles are the perfect solution for busy families and anyone craving delicious, comforting meals with minimal effort. The Taste of Home Casseroles cookbook offers a collection of over 150 unbeatable meal-in-one recipes that will simplify your meal pl…
"Supported by his allies, Adolf Hitler and Benito Mussolini, Francisco Franco rose to power by defeating the Loyalists in the Spanish Civil War that lasted from 1936 to 1939. Yet while Hitler and Mussolini did not survive World War II, Franco remained Spa…
![Secret London [Edition 10] : an unusual guide / Rachel Howard, Bill Nash ; photographs: Stéphanie Rivoal, Jorge Monedero and Adam Tucker.](https://secure.syndetics.com/index.aspx?isbn=9782361956134/lc.gif&client=cadlmi&type=unbound)
"Where can you peer inside Richard Burton's tent? Whatever happened to Bedlam? Where can you praise God, buy meatballs, and have a sauna? What's in the House of Dreams? Where can you find monsters in Trafalgar Square? What's growing quietly under your fee…
"How do some guests get on the big, new attraction in less than 20 minutes while others wait for longer than 2 hours—on the same day? Why do some guests pay full price for their visit when others can save hundreds of dollars? In a theme park, every minute…
"Planning a Disney Cruise Line (DCL) trip is a big deal. It’s too important to be left to chance, so put the best-selling independent guidebook to DCL in your hands and take control of your vacation. Make every minute and every dollar count with this no-n…
"Chinese is one of the world’s most beloved cuisines, but cooking Chinese food at home can still feel daunting to many. The Complete Illustrated Guide to Chinese Cooking breaks down 100 classic recipes, demystifying ingredients and techniques and inspirin…
"The Apothecary of Belonging takes us on a magickal journey through each of the four seasons with plant allies as our guides and companions. Author Alexis J. Cunningfolk explores how to know ourselves as beings who deeply belong to the land and one anothe…
"For most of his career, the Emmy Award–winning composer and producer Lucas Cantor Santiago was a self-described luddite. Technology, he felt, was moving too fast, transforming the world and the arts with no regard for the cost in tradition, hard-won huma…
"Beyond the usual small rodents that have thrived in cities and suburbs for centuries, urban wildlife now includes larger animals that have adapted to live in areas dominated by human beings. Black bears, deer, coyotes, mountain lions, bobcats, moose, wil…
"Throughout the seventeenth century, medical lecturers demonstrated human anatomy by dissecting a cadaver while surrounded by students. After the Revolutionary War, though, instructors realized they needed many more cadavers to serve a growing number of m…
"Kings and Pawns is the untold story of sports and fame, Black America and the promise of integration through the Cold War lens of two transformative events. The first occurred July 18, 1949 in Washington, D.C., when a reluctant Jackie Robinson, the Brook…
"Our debates about immigration revolve around what happens with immigrants once they arrive. We need to start talking about who is sending them and why. For decades, establishment elites sold us the story of immigration as a compassionate renewal of the A…
"Roger Dooley wasn't looking for the San José. But an accidental discovery in the dusty stacks of a Spanish archive led him to the story of a lifetime, the tale of a great eighteenth-century treasure ship loaded with riches from the New World and destined…
"From New York Times bestselling author Jamie Oliver comes a new cookbook to help you build a celebratory relationship with nourishing food that will make you feel healthier and happier For more than two decades, Jamie Oliver has been leading the charge o…
"Get fit, prevent disease, and future-proof your body with step-by-step strategies to build strength, reduce fatigue, and sharpen your focus at any age. Packed with ground-breaking science, muscle-building exercises, informative graphics, and easy-to foll…
"In 1290, England mourned the death of a queen, Eleanor of Castile, beloved wife of King Edward I, the warrior king. Her body was carried on a 200-mile journey from Lincoln to London, a solemn procession that would become immortalized in stone. To mark th…
"Unleash your creativity and find your next crochet project! With step-by-step instructions, every stitch brings an adorable creature to life. The brilliant creative mind of Amy Ting, a well-known individual in the needle work community, brings you Amigur…
"For more than a decade, Hal Elrod’s groundbreaking book The Miracle Morning has helped people around the world live happier, healthier, more fulfilling lives through a simple morning routine. Now, in partnership with senior living expert Dwayne J. Clark—…
"The World Almanac is America's bestselling reference book of all time, with more than 83 million copies sold. For more than 150 years, this compendium of information has been the authoritative source for school, library, business, and home. The 2026 edit…
"A bilingual poetry collection translated from the Ukrainian by Ilya Kaminsky and Katie Farris, Letters of the Alphabet Go to War is Lesyk Panasiuk’s remarkable account of living in Bucha, Ukraine, during the apex of war and brutality at the hands of the …
"The real revolution of the GLP-1 shots is the insight that the body regulates appetite and more with the hormones GLP-1, GIP, PYY, and CCK--and with Your Best Shot in hand, you can learn to optimize their function and your weight health for life"--Provid…
"Step into your backyard and harvest dinner from a space that's as productive as it is beautiful. The Purposeful Gardener is your complete guide to transforming an outdoor area into a thriving food oasis using raised beds, vertical growing, and companion …
![Wisconsin [9th edition] / Thomas Huhti.](https://secure.syndetics.com/index.aspx?isbn=9798886470024/lc.gif&client=cadlmi&type=unbound)
"From majestic forests and verdant farms to rushing rivers and tranquil lakes, experience the Badger State’s classic Midwestern charm with Moon Wisconsin. Inside you’ll find: Strategic itineraries, from a weekend in Milwaukee or Madison to a week-long get…
![Canadian Rockies [12th edition] : with Banff & Jasper National Parks / Andrew Hempstead.](https://secure.syndetics.com/index.aspx?isbn=9798886471380/lc.gif&client=cadlmi&type=unbound)
"Snowy peaks, icy glaciers, glittering lakes, and alpine meadows: Answer the call of the wild with Moon Canadian Rockies. Inside you’ll find: Strategic, flexible itineraries in the national parks, including a two-week Canadian Rockies road trip ; The best…
![Thailand [2025] / this edition updated by contributor Anna Kaminski.](https://secure.syndetics.com/index.aspx?isbn=9780241757604/lc.gif&client=cadlmi&type=unbound)
"Discover Thailand--from serene beaches to metropolitan cities. Whether you want to experience legendary nightlife, spectacular rainforests or delectable cuisine, your DK Eyewitness travel guide makes sure you experience all that Thailand has to offer. Th…
Embroidery Sampler Collective brings together 12 amazing designers, offering 18 stunning embroidery samplers, and 75+ creative stitches to create embroidery projects that range from timelessly traditional to delightfully whimsical”-- Provided by publisher…
"Whether related to love, work, family, or other parts of everyday life, Stress Management For Dummies, 3rd Edition is dedicated to helping you stock up your wellness toolbox. This new edition will help you identify your stress triggers and ways to manage…
"Cozy Vegan is the ultimate cookbook for anyone wanting to explore a plant-based lifestyle, feel incredible, and not sacrifice the delicious foods they love. This book is filled with colorful, balanced meals and vegan twists on your favorite comfort foods…
"Fifty years after Dag O. Hessen encounters wolverine tracks on a ski trip with his father and follows them until they disappear down a steep passage, he’s back to search for the animal that escaped him. His father is long gone but the mountains are still…
"Senator Bob Menendez stands alone as the most corrupt US Senator in history. After corruption charges were dropped in a 2017 mistrial, he may have considered himself invincible. But when the Feds raided his home in June 2022, they found a gifted Mercedes…
"Among the emancipators are the millions whose stories will never be known. They lived the struggle. They were the great resistance." Thus does acclaimed historian Carrie Gibson conclude her magisterial chronicle of four centuries of effort by enslaved pe…
"The story of the radical conservative intellectual movement shaping Donald Trump's agenda--and how it threatens American freedoms, values, and democracy. Donald Trump is not a big thinker, but his 2016 presidential victory presented a grand opportunity f…
"This newest book by the author of the popular Madame Chic series offers a philosophy of organizing your home to be tidy and beautiful with daily rituals that elevate the soul. Learn to create bespoke systems to rid yourself of clutter, decorate your home…
"For anyone who loves the idea of meal prep but doesn’t love the idea of sacrificing a whole Sunday afternoon to cooking for the week and eating the same meals on repeat, Coco Morante has made this book just for you. As a busy mom of two little ones, she …
"The earth is not a dead, mute landscape but an eloquent, living being. Sometimes it just takes a spade, a packet of seeds, and a pair of sturdy boots to realize it.The philosopher Byung-Chul Han spent three springs, summers, autumns, and winters in his s…
I"No other life form turns noise into sound, sound into language, then language into understanding quite the way we humans do when we listen. As a sociolinguist who grew up in different places with very different languages, Haru Yamada has always been fas…
![Wild on purpose : the American prairie story and the art of thinking bigger / Sean Gerrity ; [foreword by Ken Burns].](https://secure.syndetics.com/index.aspx?isbn=9798890920348/lc.gif&client=cadlmi&type=unbound)
"Is it possible to make more nature? In 2001, a small team of ordinary citizens set out on an audacious effort to establish one of the largest wildlife reserves ever created—bigger than Yellowstone and Glacier National Parks combined. But founding America…
"Spoiler alert: Money’s not the problem. You read that right. When it comes to fixing your money situation, the numbers aren’t the hardest part. It’s the personal emotions and beliefs underneath the financial mess that can keep you spinning your wheels. J…
"Whether you’re just starting a small business, or your business is already up and running, you face a variety of legal questions and requirements. Arm yourself with the information you need to manage the legal aspects of your business on your own or with…
"Widely considered the Mother of the Modernist garden, Mien Ruys (1904-1999) is one of the most influential gardeners and landscape architects of the 20th Century. The Gardens of Mien Ruys is the first authorized book in English to discuss her life, influ…
"Leafing through photos from the January 6 insurrection, extremist researcher Noelle Cook was struck by how many women looked like her : middle-aged white women in puffy coats. Women were not on the fringes of the extreme right, she realized. They were ra…
"By 1942, Churchill found himself facing a vastly different war than the one he’d inherited from Neville Chamberlain back in 1940. In the East, the Soviets were now a co-belligerent (if not exactly a firm ally). And the aid he’d so longed for from across …
"Hop aboard the Hot Mess Express, Sisters, and welcome to the club! Do you wake up with night sweats at 3:26 a.m., overstimulated, mad at anything breathing, and ready to put the world on notice? Do you forget the words you are saying as you are saying th…
"In 1925, the Indianapolis-born Janet Flanner took an assignment to write a regular ‘Letter from Paris’ for a lighthearted humor magazine called The New Yorker. She’d come to Paris to with dreams of writing about “Beauty with a Capital B.” Her employer, s…
"Give your crochet projects a professional and polished look with 150+ Crochet Borders, an essential guide to adding beautiful, intricate edges to your work. Whether you’re finishing off a cozy blanket, embellishing a handmade garment, or adding a decorat…
"Designed for beginner and intermediate artists, Painting Woodland Watercolors covers all aspects of woodland painting, from understanding watercolor materials and techniques to creating detailed forest scenes. In 20 step-by-step tutorials, author and ill…
![Linocut printmaking : a guide to creating beautiful prints / introduction by Gareth Barnes ; [contributions by Esther van Dam, Anna Hermsdorf].](https://secure.syndetics.com/index.aspx?isbn=9781915992208/lc.gif&client=cadlmi&type=unbound)
"Step inside this must-have guide to discover how professional printmakers create their impressive linocut designs, and learn how to make your own beautiful prints. Skilled printmaker Gareth Barnes, aka Spindle Printer, shares the tools and materials you…
"How did we get to this crossroads in history? And will we make it through—individually and as a species? “We all assumed that learning, rationality, and good intentions would prove enough to bring us to the promised land,” says Dr. James Hollis. “But the…
"Forget everything you've been told about diet (from your doctor, the food industry, wellness influencers, etc.). Too many of us mistakenly believe that calorie restriction, pharmaceutical weight loss drugs, and bariatric procedures are effective solution…
"What turns a winning team into a dynasty? According to many, legitimate dynasties are teams that not only won two or more titles but combine personality, superstar talent, and consistent winning seasons. They are teams that you either love or love to hat…
"Whether you want to improve your health, cut down food waste (and spending), reduce your mental load, or build new kitchen skills, Don't Think About Dinner provides everything you need to confidently approach every meal of the day -- from shopping and st…
"A vital guide to the most pressing health concerns women face-including fertility, menstrual health, chronic pain, menopause, and beyond. The medical field has long ignored women's unique health needs, assuming our bodies are the same as men's. But this …
"Joseph Campbell, arguably the greatest mythologist of the twentieth century, was certainly one of our greatest storytellers. This masterfully crafted book interweaves conversations between Campbell and some of the people he inspired, including poet Rober…
![Chicken soup for the soul : Christmas magic : 101 holiday tales of inspiration, love, and wonder / [compiled by] Jack Canfield, Mark Victor Hansen, and Amy Newmark.](https://secure.syndetics.com/index.aspx?isbn=9781935096542/lc.gif&client=cadlmi&type=unbound)
"Christmas is a magical time of year — a time of family, friends, and traditions. And all the joys, blessings, and excitement of the season are captured in Chicken Soup for the Soul: Christmas Magic with its 101 new holiday stories covering everything fro…
"More than 40 years before a Black Hawk helicopter collided mid-air with American Airlines Flight 5342 over the Potomac River, a desperate race against time took place nearby in overwhelming conditions. Washington, DC, was in the grips of a historic snow…
"This...book features 20 timeless patterns inspired by the sea, wind and spirit of each island, perfect for knitters seeking one-of-a-kind garments infused with a touch of coastal magic. From the outer Hebrides, whose ‘poetry, history and stories are vis…
![iPhone for seniors for dummies [2026 edition] / by Dwight Spivey.](https://secure.syndetics.com/index.aspx?isbn=9781394373925/lc.gif&client=cadlmi&type=unbound)
"[T]ech educator and expert Dwight Spivey walks you through the essential parts of owning and using an iPhone. Starting from the beginning, Spivey explains how to choose the iPhone model that's right for you based on your needs, how to set up your iCloud …
"What if your body already has all the healing tools it needs—and you just need to learn how to activate them? In this groundbreaking book, Dr. Victoria Maizes, a pioneer of integrative medicine, reveals the remarkable power of what she calls the “rapid …
"From the moment Patti Smith burst onto the scene, chanting "Jesus died for somebody's sins, but not mine," the irreverent opening line to Horses, her 1975 debut album, the punk movement had found its dissident intellectual voice. Yet outside the recordin…
"Welcome to Frugality Version 2.0. Never has such a compelling case been made for putting your wallet away and looking around at every other form of pleasure with freshly attentive eyes. Annie and Adam are lifelong cheapskates who operate on the principle…
"Step into the extraordinary world of Marion Hayden, Detroit’s 'Queen of the Bass' and 2025 Kresge Eminent Artist. This...monograph celebrates a musical journey spanning five decades, from a young girl discovering jazz in her father’s record collection to…
"I saw my first Blakiston’s fish owl in the Russian province of Primorye, a coastal talon of land hooking south into the belly of Northeast Asia . . . No scientist had seen a Blakiston’s fish owl so far south in a hundred years . . . When he was just a f…
"As a thrifter and vintage collector of more than 40 years, interior designer and stylist Bob Richter speaks to our desire to surround ourselves with belongings that impart beauty and meaning to our lives. Drawing on his years of experience, Richter takes…
"Every December, millions of people around the globe adorn their homes, offices, and town squares with lavishly decorated Christmas trees to celebrate the holiday season. Yet few pause to wonder: Where did this tradition come from? And in an age of climat…
"Here to the rescue of everyone who has celiac disease or gluten sensitivity, or simply likes the idea of baking with alternative flours, come over 30 recipes for festive cookies, shortbread, bars, and more using oat flour, sorghum flour, teff, coconut fl…
![The rough guide to Europe on a budget [seventh edition] / Andrew Beattie, Kate Drynan, Marc di Duca [and 7 others]](https://secure.syndetics.com/index.aspx?isbn=9781835292280/lc.gif&client=cadlmi&type=unbound)
"Ideal for independent travellers, this guidebook to the Europe On a Budget, written by destination experts, combines must-see sights with hidden gems and offers essential tips for both planning and on-the-ground adventures. It's sustainably printed to en…
"No campaign during World War II contained more spinetingling drama, outstanding courage, and heartbreaking tragedy than the Arctic convoys. Yet they—and the multifaceted battle of the Arctic that had to be fought to get them through to Russia—remain one …
"In this radiant work of creative nonfiction, internationally beloved novelist Val McDermid delivers a dazzling ode to a lost world, ruminating on a single winter in her life as she journeys into the heart of the season's ever-evolving community-based tra…
"Whether you want to hike in Bukhansan National Park, sing K-Pop in a karaoke room, or eat Korean street food at Gwangjang Market, the local Fodor’s travel experts in Seoul are here to help! Fodor’s Seoul guidebook is packed with maps, carefully curated r…
"Shakespeare’s King Lear challenges us with the magnitude, intensity, and sheer duration of the pain that it represents. Its figures harden their hearts, engage in violence, or try to alleviate the suffering of others. Lear himself rages until his sanity …
"Create your very own weird and fun-loving companions with this collection of simple, no- or low-sew amigurumi patterns. Led by creative pattern designer Alleshen Hamilton of GheeBeans Crafty, you can stitch up the cuddly, strange creatures of your dreams…
"Most people typically wake up, get hungry for meals, and doze off in bed around the same time every day. But if you’ve ever experienced jet lag or pulled an all-nighter, you know that this schedule can easily be thrown off kilter. For some people, that i…
"We all know markets rise and fall, but when should you pull out, and when should you stay in? The answer is never black and white, but is best reached through a keen understanding of the reasons behind the rhythm of cycles. Confidence about where we are …
"Putting romance onstage, The Tempest gives us a magician, Prospero, a former duke of Milan who was displaced by his treacherous brother, Antonio. Prospero is exiled on an island, where his only companions are his daughter, Miranda, the spirit Ariel, and …
"This updated edition includes: newly revised commentary notes ; scene-by-scene plot summaries ; a key to the play's famous lines and phrases ; an introduction to reading Shakespeare's language ; an essay by a leading Shakespeare scholar providing a moder…
"Books are our first and most lasting form of information technology. Books preserve ideas, yes, but they also provoke new ones— they are true tools for thinking. In The Idea Machine, Joel J. Miller shows that books are one of the most important but overl…
"From the Outer Banks to the Great Smoky Mountains, discover the best of the Tar Heel State with Moon North Carolina. Inside you’ll find: •Flexible itineraries, including scenic drives along the Blue Ridge Parkway, a weekend in Great Smoky Mountains Natio…
Diogenes : the rebellious life and revolutionary philosophy of the original cynic / Inger N.I. Kuin.
"In his own day, the ancient philosopher Diogenes the Cynic had a reputation for eccentricity, dispensing wisdom from a clay pot in the marketplace and relieving himself in public. Since his death in 323 BCE, devoted followers passing on his ideas have ma…
"How do the stories we tell about Midwestern places influence or reflect our experiences? How is the literature of a place or a region relevant to the people who live there? In this expanisve anthology, Andy Oler collects original short essays by a divers…
"The all-in-one solution for your highest possible enhanced ACT score. Contains 6 full-length practice tests (2 in book & 4 online), comprehensive content review for the new exam, scoring strategies, and premium online extras. The new Enhanced ACT is here…
"The owner of the legendary Hoosier Mama Pie Company turns breakfast into an art form with this go-to guide for baking scones, muffins, and other morning favorites"--Provided by publisher.
"Make your living space a place you love. Whether it's the chaos of the laundry room, the overflowing storage closet, or those jam-packed junk drawers, this foolproof home organization guide has the solutions to transform any corner of your home into a ha…
"Get all the prep you need to ace the Enhanced ACT with 4 full-length practice tests (2 in book & 2 online), comprehensive content review for the new exam, and extra practice online! The new Enhanced ACT is here! This all-in-one prep guidebook from the e…
"J.K. Lasser’s Your Income Tax 2026: For Preparing Your 2025 Tax Return delivers practical and hands-on guidance for everyday people preparing to file their taxes for the 2025 calendar year. You’ll find timely and up-to-date info about the latest changes …
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"An Absolute Beginner’s Guide to Keeping a Pet Rabbit is essential guide for rabbit owners. Author Adriana Cinteza explains how to choose the right rabbit for you and your family, and gives detailed information on proper care—including feeding and waterin…
"A celebration of the beautiful game and its 100 greatest players, from the pre–World War II exploits of Dixie Dean to the modern-day genius of Kylian Mbappé and Lionel Messi These players left legacies, redefined the game with trademark skills, and grew…
"James Abram Garfield was one of the most extraordinary men ever elected president. Born into abject poverty, he rose to become a wunderkind scholar, a Civil War hero, a renowned congressman, and a reluctant presidential candidate who took on the nation’s…
"Tells the remarkable story of A A Milne, a playwright, a bestselling crime writer, poet, polemicist, humorist, and the man who created Winnie-the-Pooh. Gyles Brandreth explores 'Winnie-the-Pooh,' a bear beloved by millions: his genesis, his life across a…
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"CNN senior political commentator and Republican strategist Scott Jennings takes readers inside Trump’s return to power—from scenes in the Oval Office and Air Force One to behind-the-curtain moments with the key players shaping the new agenda. Among them:…
"'Short stories in French for beginners' is an unmissable collection of eight unconventional and captivating short stories for adult and young adult learners. Carefully written to provide a sense of achievement and feeling of progress when reading, these …
"Andy Webb, the writer and award-winning filmmaker who first obtained the secret files that broke the story of Princess Diana's betrayal by journalist Martin Bashir, reveals the true extent of the deception the Princess experienced before giving her iconi…
"“The Inner Game” is the one played within the mind of the player, against the hurdles of self-doubt, nervousness, and lapses in concentration. Gallwey shows us how to overcome these obstacles by trusting the intuitive wisdom of our bodies and achieving a…
"From acclaimed historian and author of the "marvelous" (The New York Times Book Review) The Last American Aristocrat comes a captivating new biography of Teddy Roosevelt, exploring the life of America's 26th president and his pivotal role in shaping the …
"Discover the key battles, tactics, technologies, and turning points of the Second World War - the epic conflict that shaped the modern world. Combining authoritative, exciting text and bold explanatory graphics, The World War II Book explores the causes,…
"The human figure is the most rewarding but the most challenging subject to draw. In this book, award-winning drawing instructor Brent Eviston demystifies the process and teaches practical skills that anyone can learn. Starting with simple shapes, the rea…
"For billions of people, religion is important. The tenets of a belief system can provide a life's purpose, explain the surrounding world, and turn death from something to be feared into a concept that may be comforting. For some, religion serves as a gui…
"The game with the funny name was created in the 1960s and is, today, the fastest growing sport in America. We take you through the hows of the game. In true Dummies fashion, the material is easy to understand and appropriate for newbies as well as advanc…
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"Your journey starts here. Featuring DK's much-loved maps and illustrations, walks and information, plus all new, full-color photography, this 100% updated guide to Chile and Easter Island brings you the best of this beautiful country in a brand-new, ligh…
"Explore coastal towns, enjoy fresh seafood, and soak in the charm: with Rick Steves as your guide, Naples & the Amalfi Coast are yours to discover! "--Provided by publisher.
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"From her impoverished childhood in the Smoky Mountains to international stardom as a singer, songwriter, actress, businesswoman, and philanthropist, Dolly Parton has exceeded everyone's expectations except her own. During a time when the Beatles set the …
"Today, South Carolina congressman James E. Clyburn is renowned as a Democratic kingmaker and our nation's most august Black political leader. But behind him stand eight other remarkable men: the first Black politicians to go to Congress from his home sta…
"Scientific studies show that people use body language to express their true feelings about a given situation or topic. With Understanding Body Language, you'll discover essential information and how-to guidance for deciphering nonverbal communication so …
"With dazzling wit and astonishing insight, Bill Bryson explores the remarkable history, eccentricities, resilience and sheer fun of the English language. From the first descent of the larynx into the throat (why you can talk but your dog can’t), to the f…
"Judge Rosemarie Aquilina made headlines with her unprecedented judicial decisions during the Nassar sentencing hearing, but in a life filled with unconventional choices and bold decisions, this was only one of her many extraordinary moments. In this empo…
"From a desperately poor village in northeast China, at age eleven, Li Cunxin was chosen by Madame Mao’s cultural delegates to be taken from his rural home and brought to Beijing, where he would study ballet. In 1979, the young dancer arrived in Texas as …
"The warm and witty authors of English the American Way: A Fun ESL Guide to Language & Culture in the U.S. are back with a new second edition of this bestselling title. Featuring updated units on technology and social media, plus fun-filled word-picture …
"Audition Speeches for Black, South Asian and Middle Eastern Actors: Monologues for Men aims to provide new and exciting audition and showcase material for actors of black, African American, South Asian and Middle Eastern heritage. Featuring the work of i…
"Fortified with Yankee ingenuity and western can-do energy, the Moody family, transplanted from New England, builds a new life on a Colorado ranch early in the twentieth century. Father has died and Little Britches shoulders the responsibilities of a man …
This title aims to provide BAME (Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic) actresses and practitioners with new and exciting audition and showcase material from plays written by contemporary playwrights. The monologue anthology will celebrate the work of British …
"Responding to shifts in the political and economic experiences of Mexicans in America, this newly revised and expanded edition of Mexicanos provides a relevant and contemporary consideration of this vibrant community. Emerging from the ruins of Aztec civ…
"Nature writers Michaela Vieser and Isaac Yuen set out in search of sounds beautiful and loathsome, melodious and disturbing, healing, strange and intimate. The phenomena of sound may be fleeting and evanescent, but the memory of it can open a window into…
"When Dawn Ritter Fischer walked away from a conventional life in 2019, she wasn't chasing bucket lists or Instagram-perfect moments - she was searching for herself. After divorce, heartbreak, and decades of living by everyone else's rules, she chose to r…
"Collecting the most effective and inspiring exercises from her years working as a psychotherapist and NICU family support specialist, Kate Robson invites our imaginations to play with simple metaphors, out-of-the-box images, and engaging prompts to refra…
"Make mouthwatering dinners minus the effort with Stephanie Gigliotti’s debut cookbook of low-prep slow cooker recipes. With this incredible collection and the appliance that can truly do it all, cooking meals at home just became infinitely easier. Featur…
"This amazing collection of crocheted dinosaurs will enchant children and adults alike. Inside this fun, colourful book there are ten Jurassic giants to choose from. Each project contains detailed, easy-to-follow patterns, photographs and hand-drawn chart…
"For centuries, Britain has told itself and the world that it is an abolitionist nation, one that, unlike the United States, rejected human bondage and dismantled its Atlantic slave empire without tearing itself apart in violence. An abolitionist nation h…
"The Montagues and Capulets, sworn enemies, become unwittingly entangled in a web of love and fate when Romeo, a Montague, and Juliet, a Capulet, meet and fall deeply in love at first sight. Despite the deep-seated animosity between their families, the yo…
"People learn by doing. The best instructors guide their students by setting up exercises or drills that allow them to understand concepts and develop their skills. However, there is not one way to hit a tennis ball, nor is there one way to guide your stu…
366 days of tennis : a tip a day to improve your game / Rob Carver ; foreword written by Tom Gorman.
Winning tennis is so much more than just hitting the ball well. Making the proper decisions is crucial if you want to win consistently. Throughout the match you have to make adjustments with not only your shots but also your court positioning. Wouldn't it…
"It's easy to get caught up in the belief that your tennis play will improve if you just spend more time on court or more money on lessons or equipment. And while those things might help, you can get better without doing any of them. The truth is that the…
"Adrian Tinniswood explores the histories of the legendary Guinness family – brewers, philanthropists, socialites – through their mansions and town houses. His tour opens the door to Irish palaces like Farmleigh (where the Edwardian ballroom is said to ha…