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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Dominique Ludwig's "6 principles will revolutionise your approach to food and introduce you to eating that fuels your body and promotes longevity and happiness, without ever missing out. Recipes include: Carrot and Courgette Loaf, Sweet Potato and Feta F…
"Modern life seems designed to keep us uncommitted. Commitment is unsexy, uncool, old-fashioned. Why commit to a loving but flawed partner when there are endless romantic options to swipe through on the apps? Why double down on finishing a difficult proje…
"October, 8, 2022. Three friends are fishing for red snapper when their boat, tied to an oil rig, begins taking on water and sinks 15 miles out in the Gulf of Mexico. Suddenly, the three men find themselves in a struggle for their lives. Their vessel suc…
"Earth from Above author and photographer Yann Arthus-Bertrand is back with another heartfelt call to save our planet—only this time, he is raising awareness for the freshwater that makes up the a large amount of Earth’s surface. With biophysicist, natur…
"Are you living with a capital 'L'? When was the last time you truly felt you were your wildest, most free, most alive self? Eva zu Beck, professional storyteller and avid adventurer believes our best life is available to each of us, in every moment. But …
"Camping in the great outdoors doesn't mean cookouts have to be limited to hot dogs on a stick. With the help of four simple tools -- a cast iron skillet, a dutch oven, skewers, or foil--this beginner-friendly cookbook shows you how to serve up hot and de…
"Elevate your campsite cuisine with outstanding, amazingly delicious recipes anyone can master. Camp Cooking offers ideas for all types of outdoor cooking: directly over an open fire or its embers; cooking on a grill grate; cooking with a Dutch oven, a s…
"In the aftermath of her own critical illness, physician and writer Dr. Rana Awdish finds herself oddly estranged her from her own body. Medicine has conditioned her to view sick bodies as broken objects, not as sites of meaning, mystery, and quiet wisdom…
"From her breakout role as a teen actor on the cult TV show Skins, to critically acclaimed movies, to the smash hit Game of Thrones, Hannah Murray built a career in Hollywood cracking open her own psychological foundations and pushing her body to its limi…
"From an early age, it was clear that George Forster possessed a brilliant mind. At just ten years old, he became a botanist when he accompanied his irascible father, Reinhold, on a wild expedition to Russia. By the time he was twelve, they had moved to L…
"When Julius Caesar conquered Gaul he boasted that he killed a million Gauls and enslaved a million more. This is the truth about the Roman empire: Rome could not function without slavery as it underpinned every single part of their economy. Without the m…
"History has always celebrated the Founding Fathers—the sly but victorious tactics of Washington, the daring exploits of Lafayette, the grand ideas of Jefferson. Yet we rarely hear of the women who kept the colonies running and liberty alive. Obstinate Da…
"Nothing about Deb Haaland's upbringing or family history set her up for a life of firsts: the first Native American woman elected to chair a state political party in the United States; one of the first two Native American women elected to Congress; the f…
"When world-renowned scholar Thomas S. Mullaney “lost” both his parents, he began thinking of how information—all the stuff that makes us, that we make, and that we leave behind—ultimately disappears. The information that makes up our lives, from mundane …
"Tarana didn’t always have the courage to say 'me too.' As a child, she reeled from her sexual assault, believing she was responsible. Unable to confess what she thought of as her own sins for fear of shattering her family, her soul split in two. One side…
"A miracle unfolded on October 10, 1944, at Auschwitz. Amidst the gas chambers and crematoria, a ragtag group of Jewish boys, aged thirteen to seventeen, were marched naked into Crematorium 5, their names already crossed out in Nazi ledgers as "gestorben,…
In this raw, potent memoir of heartbreak and the life-saving power of fandom, an award-winning sports journalist tells the story of how he hit rock bottom - and the unlikely, unlucky soccer team that would carry him through.
"A deeply moving portrait of the lives of Iranians across five decades, from the Iranian Revolution to the inspiring Woman Life Freedom protests, tracing the promise of the revolution, its betrayal by forces of autocracy, and a people's undying spirit of …
"A travelogue that takes readers on a grand tour of the world's animal civilizations, resulting in a transformative new take on the animal kingdom and humanity's place in it. Maps and illustrations from award-winning cartographer Oliver Uberti will add ne…
"In The Gravel Garden, longtime horticulturist Jeff Epping explores the art of gravel gardening, a technique where deep-rooted, drought-tolerant perennials are planted in a deep layer of gravel that suppresses weeds and conserves water. Showcased here thr…
"A groundbreaking exploration of the science and significance of fatherhood that shows great dads are made, not born Over the last decade, we've learned more about the transformative power of parenthood-biologically, psychologically, and socially-than eve…
"Discover the endless possibilities of growing your dream backyard flower garden. Whether it's pots of gardenias and spring bulbs on a balcony, marigolds tucked into a vegetable patch, or sweet peas winding through a trellis, there's room for beauty in ev…
"Whether you’re a crochet novice or an experienced crafter, this delightful guide will teach you how to make 21 lovable amigurumi dogs, one stitch at a time. From the loyal Golden Retriever to the spirited Border Collie, the book features patterns for pop…
"Beginning with the flag’s earliest incarnation, a banner of alternating red and white stripes that hung on Boston’s Liberty Tree years before there was a United States, Old Glory tells an intertwined story of fifty flags and fifty milestone moments that,…
"Fresh, fun, and full of Nordic flair — this collection of 75 crochet motifs brings retro style to life in the most creative way....Inspired by retro fabric prints and iconic Scandi design brands like Marimekko, each motif is bursting with bold shapes, st…
"Follow the step-by-step instructions for using flowers, leaves, bark, and other botanicals to make enchantment spells and beautiful talismans to ward off negative influences to add clarity and peace to everyday life. Learn how to use plants in divination…
"Rhythm & Fire is a roadmap of music, resilience, and reflection as Ralph Johnson digs deep to tell the motivational story of Earth, Wind & Fire, from humble roots to worldwide fame and success. Ralph began his drumming craft absorbing the vibrant energy…
"For decades, we've explained corporate corruption as a problem of bad actors, moral weakness, or isolated scandals. But that story doesn't match reality. Again and again, companies founded with strong ideals drift toward short-term thinking, extractive b…
"In the winter of 1967, the official account of the Kennedy assassination was beginning to unravel. A scattered group of Americans had pointed to major problems with the report prepared by President Johnson’s handpicked Warren Commission. Many of the most…
"Sunday Times bestselling author, personal trainer and social media sensation @sophsplantkitchen delivers her very best plant-based, high fibre meals: all with at least 30 grams of protein, on the table in 30 minutes or less and mouth-wateringly delicious…
"Mike Pence pens a 21st-century version of The Conscience of a Conservative. With candid insights after decades as a happy warrior in the movement, Pence convincingly explains why the Republican Party must choose enduring conservative principles over the …
"Growing up in the 90s in a small town in Indiana, Kevin James Thornton had little notion he would one day make a career as a comedian. Like most kids in his deeply Christian town, his free time revolved around his church community—drinking Messiah Macchi…
![National Parks of the USA [2026] / contributors: Amber Charmei, Adam Karlin, Stephen Keeling, Erin Kirkland, Eric Peterson, Lisa Voormeij](https://secure.syndetics.com/index.aspx?isbn=9780241797532/lc.gif&client=cadlmi&type=unbound)
"Marvelling at the view from the Grand Canyon. Walking among some of the world’s oldest and biggest trees at Redwood. Road-tripping down Glacier’s Going-to-the-Sun Road. The US’s national parks offer enough bucket-list experiences to fill a lifetime. What…
"In 1871 and over the years to follow, the impact of the Paris Commune was felt the world over. Concepts and practices developed there were taken up in all corners of Europe and travelled as far afield as Mexico City and Algiers. Drawing on history, anthr…
"In this follow-up to his acclaimed memoir, Modern Jungles, Pao Lor picks up his story as a young Hmong immigrant building a new life in a new home and shares the narrative of his ensuing journey into adulthood. Lor emerged from war and tragedies in the j…
"Did you know the average job search takes more than five months? That’s because today’s job market is more challenging—and more confusing—than ever. How are we supposed to get hired, get paid, and get ahead in our careers? Why is everything so complicate…
"For generations, women have been told to be “good”—to put others first, to silence their own voices, to neglect their own needs. But a new groundswell of evidence reveals the cost: when our lives are compromised, so are our immune systems. Raised in a b…
"Beautiful Bugs presents a rare and extensive collection of artfully preserved insects, each framed and professionally photographed to create a stunning masterpiece. From shining iridescent beetles to paper-thin butterflies, these insects invite you to po…
"When Nate Chin’s father, also a doctor, began to feel his mind slipping, even a family as knowledgeable and capable as theirs was knocked back on its heels, disorganized, and unsure of what to do first. Chin, who in addition to his practice, became one o…
"During the 1960s, painter, poet, and gardener Robert Dash set out to create a haven where art and the garden existed in tandem. What began as a fallow farm field over time became a beloved public garden and Hamptons treasure that The New York Times has c…
"America’s #1 food hacker is here to help anyone looking to recreate their favorite drinks, dishes, and desserts right at home. Todd Wilbur is a one-man culinary cover band who identifies and decodes America’s favorite restaurant dishes and beloved brand-…
"Despite prevailing assumptions, ADHD is still an underdiagnosed condition. Not only is the diagnostic scale subjective, but the hallmarks of ADHD often remain shrouded behind conditions like anxiety and depression. Most individuals with ADHD live through…
"After a traumatic birth nearly claimed his wife's life, anesthesiologist and intensive care physician Christopher Choukalas should have felt grateful. His twin daughters were healthy, his wife had survived, and they had started a family. But instead of j…
"When acclaimed novelist Anuradha Roy and her husband stumble upon a derelict cottage in the hill station of Ranikhet, they decide it is where they will now live. Fresh from the neon-lit publishing offices of Delhi, Roy is initially bemused by the gentle …
"In this charming book, professional Japanese cat illustrator Sayo Koizumi shows you how to create expressively cute cat sketches, drawings and paintings using a wide variety of different styles and media. Packed with hundreds of colorful examples and hel…
"Motherhood is overwhelming, tender, exhausting, and beautiful--and can feel like a spiritual desert. But what if motherhood offers us an entirely new understanding of who God is? In Love like a Mother, Elizabeth Berget gently invites us to rediscover th…
"Before skyscrapers and smokestacks rose across the eastern U.S., elk, bison, wolves, and cougars roamed. Typically imagined as icons of the West, these large mammals are in fact native to what was once a kind of Eden—towering forests in the Northeast, ro…
"From glacier-covered peaks to windswept red-rock canyons, and moss-draped rainforests to sun-soaked coasts, Otherworldly America reveals the country’s most breathtaking landscapes. Join nature photographer Jake Guzman as he explores hidden backcountry sp…
"A single boundary might, upon closer inspection, reveal eons of history--from epic tales of conquest, treaties, and alliances to intimate, all-too-human stories of love, greed, and folly. None of the lines we know today were inevitable, and all might hav…
"The Book of Birds is a field guide with a difference: It shows readers not just how to identify birds, but also how to identify with them. Robert Macfarlane and Jackie Morris conjure the unique spirit of nearly fifty once-common species: avocet to yellow…
"The United States was shaped by resistance-but not in the way we've been taught. The Revolution did not secure liberty; it opened the door to either liberty or oppression, where only white men enjoyed all of the benefits and protections of citizenship. I…
"Raised by his father, a multimillionaire conman and crack addict who owned Manhattan's most expensive brothel, twenty-four- year-old Jamison Firestone decided to change the channel. He graduated from law school in 1991 and sought his fortune in Gorbachev…
"Weaving personal reflections with piercing insight and expansive vision across nine brilliant essays, Zinzi Clemmons explores the complexities of the elusive concept of freedom. As the daughter of a South African mother and a Trinidadian America father, …
"Facing the global threat of a rising Communist world power in the aftermath of World War II, the U.S. employed hundreds of Black Americans to speed read Russian communications and gather essential information on the US’s most dangerous nuclear rival. The…
"any of us feel we can't draw even though as children we drew unselfconsciously. Artist Sam Marshall believes we are all inherently creative and through her book she invites you into a welcoming workshop where you will develop techniques to help you maint…
"In Trail Work, Dillon Osleger excavates the forgotten trails of the Western United States. He shows how one of the greatest infrastructure investments in the nation’s history—paths through our public lands—has been rubbed away by time and deliberate negl…
"What would it take to unlearn centuries of colonial influence over the books we read? The values, institutions, and structures that determine which of the world’s books and authors are translated, and by whom, are in dire need of disruption. Violent Phen…
"Protest: Respect It Defend It Use It offers a powerful look at the role peaceful activism has played in advancing the public good--and shines a light on the urgent need to protect this democratic right. This is not a how-to guide. Rather, it is a celebra…
"If you love quick makes, scrap-friendly projects, and learning as you sew, Put a Pin in It is made for you. Each project is designed to be completed in one afternoon, use small pieces from your fabric stash, and include a built-in mini lesson that helps …
![Pretend to be fancy : a field guide to style and sophistication / Whitney Marston Pierce ; [illustrations by Rozalina Burkova].](https://secure.syndetics.com/index.aspx?isbn=9781797236605/lc.gif&client=cadlmi&type=unbound)
"This handbook contains everything you need to become a chic, fabulous, self-assured human--no trust fund required! Learn the dos and don'ts of modern etiquette with advice on entertaining, food, fashion, friendship, and decor--plus tons of fake-it-til-yo…
"Geneva Vanderzeil – author of Home Is Where You Make It and founder of Collective Gen – has been a trend-maker in the DIY space for 15 years, inspiring millions with her unique approach to seeing the potential in everything. In New Again, she shares over…
"Every season, Terrain customers flock to their stores for one-of-a-kind container plantings that are at once naturalistic and restrained, unconventional and sophisticated. From tabletop troughs of succulents to stately trees planted in grand urns, each d…
"Laverne Cox is a powerhouse in the fight for transgender rights and representation—but her path from a struggling trans actress to a cultural movement was anything but easy. Surviving a childhood full of trauma, dealing with depression, and working at a…
![Cat / [commissioning editor: Olivia Clark]](https://secure.syndetics.com/index.aspx?isbn=9781838669447/lc.gif&client=cadlmi&type=unbound)
"Cats have been beloved and depicted by humans for millennia. These captivating animals appeared as worship statuettes in ancient Egypt, in anthropomorphic illustrations in Victorian England, and, today, in contemporary artwork, on fashion runways, and as…
"More and more people are turning to herbal remedies for healing, whether they are purchasing the remedies or making them on their own. Herbalists want their clients to have good experiences with these remedies, both to help them heal and to foster a posi…
"Ligaments are the quiet workhorses of the human body. They anchor our bones, guide our movements, and protect our joints—yet they remain largely unseen and misunderstood. In Ligaments: Appreciating the Bands that Bind Us, orthopedic surgeon and acclaimed…
"When did Russia lose its chance of freedom? 1990: As a new openness sweeps Russia, a talented young physicist, Boris Nemtsov, begins his career in politics. Charismatic, confident, liberal and vehemently opposed to corruption, he swiftly rises to promine…
![Rick Steves France [2026] / Rick Steves & Steve Smith ; [researcher Virginie Moré ; contributor Gene Openshaw].](https://secure.syndetics.com/index.aspx?isbn=9781641716918/lc.gif&client=cadlmi&type=unbound)
Wander the lavender fields of Provence, bite into a perfect croissant, and climb the steps of the Eiffel Tower with Rick Steves! Inside Rick Steves France you'll find fully updated, comprehensive coverage for planning a multi-week trip to France; Rick's s…
"To be disabled is to be exiled; to have a terminal illness is to be isolated in one's time-limitedness; to grieve is to be annihilated; and to live is inevitable: all of these, together and at once, form the core of the truth of being human. As most arti…
"Make it your best summer yet. The best season of the year just got a whole lot tastier! Dig in to Summer Potlcks and you'll find fresh takes on addicitve apptizers, showstopping desserts, savory sides, grilled entrees and more. Best of all, each dish is …
"Communion is a spiritual exploration of what it means to be a Christian in all the seasons of life JD Vance has experienced—as a child, a young man, a husband, a father, and a leader. Picking up in some ways where Hillbilly Elegy left off, Communion rec…
"During the Gilded Age in America (1870-1920), wealthy industrialists, such as the Vanderbilts, Rockefellers, and Gardeners, built extravagant homes and gardens that rivaled the palaces and villas of Europe. Gardens of the Gilded Age showcases a selection…
"In 1936, after one of the coldest winters on record, North America experienced a heat wave that remains unmatched today. Thanks to a combination of an unusually warm sea surface in the Atlantic and Pacific, stagnating high-pressure, drought, and poor far…
"We used to take trade for granted. Trillions of dollars of goods and services crossed borders each year, made possible by a global, rules-based system. Nobody paid too much attention to supply chains: they just worked. Now we are in an era of trade confl…
Plant by number : design your dream garden with 24 easy, step-by-step planting plans / Stacy Tornio.
"Many folks with a vision for a garden are swamped with information when seeking guidance. Plant by Number narrows down the often-overwhelming options available to beginner gardeners and provides 24 plans tailored to the fun and vibrant outcome readers se…
"Most of the fancy techniques you see at restaurants don't really matter. Many tropes of fine-dining cookbook recipes -- the hyperspecificity, the rigidity of the recipes -- don't matter, either. You're more likely to make the recipe if it's infinitely l…
"By alternating learning with hands-on projects, this approach helps you master essential crochet techniques, especially those used in amigurumi. You’ll quickly gain confidence with single crochet, increases and decreases, the magic ring, stitch markers, …
The crooked places made straight : reflections on the moral meaning of America / Raphael G. Warnock.
"Senator Reverend Raphael G. Warnock is a transformational voice in Congress and the pastor of Martin Luther King, Jr.’s Ebenezer Baptist Church, and for the semiquincentennial of America, he exhorts us to reach for the highest and noblest aspects of our …
"When you don't know what to do, this book is here to help. Parenting a child in foster care comes with unique challenges that most parenting books don't cover. Between trauma responses, court dates, system constraints, and well-meaning advice that just d…
"Short Stories in Spanish for Intermediate Learners has been written especially for students from a low-intermediate to intermediate level, designed to give a sense of achievement, and most importantly - enjoyment! Mapped to B1-B2 of the Common European F…
"Flamboyance ignites every aspect of our lives, from art and entertainment to ritual and protest. The word connotes an exuberance of thought and expression, and often, unbridled, unashamed passion. Yet historically the term “flamboyant” has been reserved …
"From our mood to our metabolism, hormones are running the show behind nearly every bodily function. They tell our hearts how quickly to beat, our gut how to process the food we eat, our bones to release calcium, and our muscles to grow new fibers. Yet, m…
"Cole LeFavour was 11 years old when their hippie parents moved the family to a guest ranch in Idaho. Hours to the north, as the LeFavours unpacked pots and pans, Richard Butler dreamed of establishing a white separatist nation. It’s here, in one of the r…
"The scandal. The genius. The murder that shocked America. Frank Lloyd Wright was more than the mind behind America's most iconic buildings-he was a man whose turbulent private life captivated a nation. The famous architect's stormy marriage to Kitty Wrig…
"What if your ugliest scar could be your greatest asset? What if your story of struggle could be repurposed into a strategic tool for healing, influence, and impact in this modern world of distraction, disengagement, and division?...Scott Mann reveals how…
"In June 2017, Ashley Heavyrunner Loring was seen on video at a family party on the Blackfeet Indian Reservation. That same day she exchanged text messages with her older sister, Kimberly, who was in Morocco, visiting her fiancé. That was the last Loring’…
"Discover Montréal & Québec City's most popular experiences and best kept secrets from drinking in the panoramic views from the Belvédère Kondiaronk lookout in Parc du Mont-Royal; to getting your sugar fix at cabanes à sucre where steaming maple syrup is …
"It’s the “North,” they like to say, not the Midwest. It’s different. Minneapolis is a city for everyone. But in 2020, George Floyd’s murder by the city’s police left many Americans stunned and wondering, “How could this happen in Minneapolis?” To Ellis, …
"In the bitterly polarized decades leading up to the American Civil War, it was commonplace to argue that America's strife could be traced back all the way to the arrival of two ships less than a year apart-the ship that brought the first enslaved African…
![British Columbia & the Canadian Rockies [11th edition] / Bianca Bujan, Jonny Bierman, Jessica Lockhart, Debbie Olsen, Brendan Sainsbury.](https://secure.syndetics.com/index.aspx?isbn=9781838697020/lc.gif&client=cadlmi&type=unbound)
"Discover British Columbia & the Canadian Rockies' most popular experiences and best kept secrets from taking an Indigenous-led whale-watching tour through the waters of Tofino, to snacking your way through the food stalls of the Granville Island Public M…
"This adorable crochet collection proves that all good things really do come in small packages. Working with fine yarn and the tiniest of hooks, expert craft teacher Catherine Hirst brings you 35 adorable miniature projects, from amigurumi-style animals t…
"Relegation, the devastating consequence English football teams face when they underperform, is something Todd Smith kept seeing in his own life. He grew up surrounded by soccer: his father was the head athletic trainer for the Minnesota Kicks of the 70s-…
![Learning Japanese : learn to speak, read and write Japanese quickly! / Emiko Konomi ; [illustrations by Sumin S. Roy].](https://secure.syndetics.com/index.aspx?isbn=9784805317549/lc.gif&client=cadlmi&type=unbound)
"Learning Japanese is a complete language learning package designed for people who want to learn to communicate in Japanese quickly and easily—whether on your own or with a teacher. The book introduces all the basics of the language including pronunciatio…
"Ever since conquistadores claimed Taino land in the name of their Catholic God and New England Puritans formed their strictly Protestant “city on a hill,” religion has been central to American life. Even as some found religious freedom—Rhode Island welco…
"Proofs play a central role in advanced mathematics and theoretical computer science, yet many students struggle the first time they take a course in which proofs play a significant role. This bestselling text's third edition helps students transition fro…
"Keeping ourselves in motion becomes even more important as we age. This guide for seniors makes it easy to stay stronger for longer with safe and simple chair yoga! Step-by-step instructions and helpful illustrations explain how to improve flexibility, s…
"Autoimmune Protocol Simple makes the AIP lifestyle hassle-free with 150 tasty, quick, and easy-to-follow recipes for every meal of the day"--Provided by publisher.
"The clickety-clack of mahjong tiles being mixed by a group of friends is one of the most soothing and distinctive sounds found across East Asia and, increasingly, North America. First developed in southern China in the early 19th century, mahjong - mean…
"... teaches you to build real workflows, step-by-step. You'll read messy workbooks into pandas dataframes, filter and reshape data without helper columns, merge sources without silent VLOOKUP failures, and export polished results with formatting intact."…
"Ringo Starr's eventful and remarkable life laid bare in a first-of-its-kind mosaic biography of one of the greatest musicians of all time. Often overshadowed by his former bandmates, Ringo Starr has his own remarkable story that is no less compelling. Ri…
"Buddhist wisdom meets the enneagram to offer spiritual guidance tailored to your unique personality"-- Provided by publisher.
"In the early sixteenth century, amidst the ruins of war and mounting religious hatred, the world's first Jewish "ghetto" was established in Venice. Constrained in cramped, often unsanitary conditions, the Jews who were forced to live there were extorted,…
"In space, no one can hear you scream. But the universe is far from silent. It’s been speaking all along, broadcasting its stories and secrets, for those who know how to listen. In The Echoing Universe, Emma Chapman tunes us in to the universe and wha…
"Sentence diagramming might sound like something from a fussy grammar assignment, but you’ll find no red pens here. Instead, this book is a visual celebration of the relationships between words. This witty collection features dozens of unforgettable one-l…
"If you’re picking up this book, chances are you think cooking is one of the ultimate acts of care—both for others and for yourself. But why are most recipes meant to serve four to six people—or more? When you’re cooking for yourself, all that matters is…
"In the attempt to forge himself into a 'Renaissance man,' Nicolas Tobias--a young scholar with a promising future at the Anglo-Saxon Academy, a recent convert to Roman Catholicism, and decidedly tall, dark, and melancholy--instead leaves behind his studi…
"With the never-ending sunlight, this magical time of year allows for pause and presence as the days stretch ever longer and the landscapes come alive. Scandinavian summer is more than just a season. Make the most of the season’s abundance, from slow mor…
"When she was in her early twenties, then-aspiring writer Naomi Kanakia set out to read the Great Books—humankind’s most highly regarded literary classics, representing “the best that human beings have thought or said,” as determined by the two elderly in…
"Book Lover's will explore primary places associated with New England authors such as homes, estates, museums, and commemorative sites with a descriptive scoop on the surrounding towns and cities that shaped their lives and art. The book will feature inte…
"Create magical landscapes that capture nature's beauty in every stitch! Discover the art of stitching majestic, swirling landscapes bursting with rich, thread-painted texture! Richly Stitched Landscape Embroidery teaches you to stitch stunning textile ma…
"There is an allure to Maine that captures the imagination of so many: it’s a longing for a simpler pace of life, it’s the idyllic small towns, village greens, seaside vistas, and an endless coastline. With Maine’s pristine seafood and seasonal fruits, pr…
"As a Lebanese-American boy growing up in the dunes along Lake Michigan’s southern shore, where school is excruciating and symptoms of neurodivergence are diagnosed as disabilities, Nabhan finds refuge and revelation in the natural world. In college, he g…
"In the 1960s, conditions in impoverished Black neighborhoods attracted mainstream attention as civil unrest erupted in hundreds of cities across the United States. Finally recognizing the dire effects of racial segregation and urban disinvestment, politi…
"Through transformational programs and books, including the national bestseller All We Can Save, Wilkinson has inspired hundreds of thousands of climate journeys. In Climate Wayfinding, she shares a proven process for looking inward with care, outward wit…
"In this practical and empowering guide, the CEO of WorkMoney teaches you to take control of your finances to live your best life. Managing money — and getting to real financial security—can be challenging. That’s why Carrie Joy Grimes founded WorkMoney, …
"Over the course of the 1850s and 1860s, during the first era of globalization, the world experienced an unprecedented economic boom. Fueling this expansion was an explosion in borrowing through the global bond market, which provided financing for the cen…
"Flower farming has seen a recent surge of interest, largely due to social media and the presence of idolized flower farmers, such as Washington State’s Floret. Most home gardeners already grow several types of flowers for landscape and ornamental purpose…
"You’ve got the keys from your landlord, moved into your new home, and the boxes are unpacked. Now you want to put your stamp on the place, but how do you do this when you can’t redecorate or renovate. In this newly revised and updated edition book, awar…
"Why’d I do that? He’s such a jerk! I’m such an idiot! What did she mean by that comment? Ideally, our thought spirals help us process difficult situations and emotions. When they become repetitive, however, they can be highly problematic: your brain is r…
"In an unflinching narrative, Craven explores how the military has come to define American masculinity and how it often fosters its most toxic traits. Beginning with the American Revolution, Craven shows how the birth of our nation required a new masculin…
"Turn everyday ephemera into meaningful memories. No perfection required. If you love collecting keepsakes, Creative Junk Journaling offers a playful, pressure-free approach to memory keeping. Artist Natasha Ahmed shows you how to transform life's "junk,"…
"Since the advent of smallpox inoculation in the eighteenth century, the idea that a disease introduced to the body in some lesser, weakened form might prevent full-blown infection has been one of the greatest public health insights of the modern era, ins…
"Create detailed prints from fresh flowers using hammers and mallets with these 20 sustainable projects. •Learn to select the best flowers and leaves for color transfer •Discover ways to pre-treat fabric, card and wood for accurate, durable prints •Get ad…
"We think of the Declaration of Independence as timeless. We know the sacred phrases: “all men are created equal,” “life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness,” “self-evident truths,” “certain inalienable rights.” These are some of the most important wor…
"Take a rollicking tour through the sports world of 1996, when debuts, comebacks, movies, and pop culture crossover changed the sports landscape forever. From college to the Olympics to the pros; from the NBA to golf, tennis, and boxing, 1996 was home to …
"Done in a Day turns on a single event: the April 30, 1975, departure of the last helicopter evacuating civilians from the rooftop of the US embassy in Saigon. Elisa Tamarkin’s interest in that helicopter begins with the fact that her stepfather, the Saig…
"We have added 30 healthy years to life expectancy in the last century alone. Whether you’re approaching retirement, navigating a career change, or simply wondering how to live a meaningful life in your later years, it’s not just about planning—it’s about…
"This practical guide introduces you to the world of interlocking crochet, a method that uses just two familiar stitches (double crochet and chain stitch) to create intricate colorwork with surprising ease. Often considered simpler than mosaic crochet, in…
"The Untold Story of Steve Jobs's Wilderness Years-and the Creation of a Legend In 1985, Steve Jobs-the brilliant, volatile founder of Apple Computer-walked out of his company's headquarters, fired from the very corporation he had created. What happened n…
"In a matter of decades, a spectacular cold-water paradise thirty million years in the making is succumbing to warming oceans. Kelp forests are largely out of sight, hidden under the ocean's surface, yet they are one of Earth's most wonderous and underapp…
"Freshwater fishing is a perfect outdoor activity for all ages and skill levels. There's a whole world to discover beneath the surface of North America's lakes, rivers, and streams. Whether you're casting for bass, spotting an unfamiliar species, or simpl…
"In 1963, four years after Fidel Castro came to power, Ada Ferrer’s mother made the agonizing decision to flee Cuba with her infant daughter, Ada, and to leave behind her nine-year-old son, Poly. That moment was but a ripple in a much larger story of a wo…
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"Why the ongoing fascination with the ancient world? This witty, approachable book asks why--for better or (sometimes) worse--antiquity continues to exert such a powerful hold on the contemporary imagination. Recalling a formative childhood encounter with…
"In the 1930s, during the Great Depression era, the Left Book Club, a socialist group in England, sent George Orwell to investigate the poverty and mass unemployment in the industrial north of England. Once there, he went beyond the requests of the book c…
"In the classic PBS series Upstairs, Downstairs, the aristocratic Bellamy family lived at the fictitious 165 Eaton Place, a grand home in one of London’s most beautiful garden squares just minutes from Buckingham Palace. But, what really goes on behind th…
"Evangelicals claim that their opposition to homosexuality is an inherent feature of their faith, rooted in their unchanging beliefs about the Bible. Most scholars, journalists, and observers have accepted this account; in Born Again Queer, William Stell …
"Microsoft Planner For Dummies delivers a start-to-finish guide to Microsoft’s industry-leading project management software. Jim Boyce walks you through this not-as-confusing-as-it-first-looks software, showing you the ins and outs of creating projects, i…
"True story of the American whaleship Mentor, wrecked in 1832 on a remote reef in the western Pacific. With supplies dwindling, the eleven surviving crewmen face not only the bleak miseries of shipwreck in unfamiliar territory but also the tense uncertain…
"From Pulitzer prize-winning journalist Eric Moskowitz comes the riveting story of the first true coast-to-coast automobile race in U.S. history, a fast-paced tale of the gritty and determined drivers who braved hostile terrain, mechanical failure, and, s…
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"Explore the early days of the iconic American Girl brand, from developing key characters to opening the first store! Go behind-the-scenes of the creation of one of America's most iconic brands, American Girl. From founder Pleasant Rowland's original bus…
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"Jill Biden became First Lady at a complicated moment in US history, at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic and in the shadow of the January 6 insurrection. These were the circumstances under which she set up office in the East Wing, where she hit the gro…
"Celebrated public intellectual Eddie S. Glaude, Jr. presents a groundbreaking analysis of the vicious cycles of American history and the country’s enduring refusal to face its true nature—especially at the moments when national anniversaries steer us bac…
"As a US Attorney, McQuade became all too familiar with corruption cases, prosecuting former Detroit mayor Kwame Kilpatrick, the “underwear bomber” Umar Farouk Abdulmutallab, and Volkswagen, among others. Here, she exposes how rampant corruption and cruel…
"Drawing on extensive interviews with Trudeau, his friends, fellow cartoonists, prominent journalists, and even politicians who were mocked in the strip, as well as previously unmined archival materials, Trudeau & Doonesbury serves as an alternative histo…
"The best Swedish cuisine starts with a touch of lagom. A word meaning “balanced” or “just right,” lagom informs the storied culinary traditions of Sweden: the fresh, bright ingredients in its recipes, and the rich, harmonious flavors that come together o…
"One was the soldier-statesman who would become America’s thirty-fourth president. The other was the British icon who refused to surrender in democracy’s darkest hour. Together they launched invasions, toppled tyrants, and shaped the world as the nations …
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"Can the Founders’ ideals still inspire and unite the nation 250th years after the Declaration of Independence? The impossible dream of the United States of America began with a declaration. Years before the Revolution was won, long before the Constituti…
"Far from the spotlights of the Hollywood film sets and the flashbulbs of the press, Marilyn Monroe was a great reader and lover of books. Her association with writers did not stop at reading their words on the page. She was, of course, briefly married to…
"Early Christians often grappled with a reality we rarely talk about in contemporary life: that God seems to abandon the soul at times, leaving us feeling as if we are alone and left to our own resources. These are times of futility, when work and relatio…
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"From our careers to our politics to our personal lives, the future is unknown. And yet, our capacity to tolerate this uncertainty is in decline. How to Not Know will help you prepare for and even appreciate the uncertainty that surrounds us. Through grip…
"A man thought to be a Muslim from Morocco and a German barmaid fleeing poverty are hardly the images we have of America's august founders. In Newcomers, Alan Mikhail upends the traditional story of America's origins through the revelatory tale of a seven…
"Discover amazing local experiences from walking across the Arctic Circle on the 100km Akshayuk Pass trail through a remote valley on Baffin Island; to stopping over in the Nunavut capital of Iqaluit to investigate the art, festivals and culture of the fa…
"Join acclaimed chef Petty Pandean-Elliott on a delicious plant-based journey through The Spice Islands. This abundant recipe collection features a bounty of vegetarian and vegan dishes, from fiery sambals and crisp pickles to warming stews and bold curri…
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"Soccer has always intersected with history—sometimes during an anonymous match, sometimes in a major world final—because, from the sport's beginning in 1848, echoes of what's happening off the pitch have reached the global playing field in unthinkable wa…
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"In 1990 in Washington state, the bodies of Yolanda Sapp, Nickie Lowe, and Kathy Brisbois were found on the banks of the Spokane River. They were part of a close-knit alliance of sex workers whose oath to protect each other was, in the end, hopeless. For …
"Unemployed and looking for work during the pandemic, journalist and activist Ann Larson found a job as a cashier at a supermarket in Utah. Though she had written about low-wage work for years, nothing could have prepared her for what she experienced. Inf…
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"From New York Times bestselling author T.A. Barron comes this captivating exploration of how human cultures across time and geography have described the living world around them. From the poetic to the practical, the reverent to the resourceful, every la…
"Are fear and comparison holding you back? You were made for more—and deep down, you know it. But self-doubt has a way of keeping women playing small, especially in business and leadership. Whether you're launching a new endeavor, stepping into the spotli…
"After becoming disabled just two weeks after her honeymoon, Sydney was forced to reckon with a body that changed overnight and inhabit a faith that no longer fit tidy answers. Diagnosed with Functional Neurological Disorder (FND)--a condition that disrup…
"Alex Vartan Gubbins paints a stunning portrait of a life lived between his two homelands: Michigan and Armenia. Written primarily in English with some poems in Armenian, this collection combines elegy and lyric across prose and open forms to shed light o…
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"Long beloved for his insightful, inspiring nature writing, Richard Louv returns with his most personal book yet. Noticing is about discovering who you are by exploring the natural world. Louv shows how, by tapping into the thirty or more human senses we …
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