Adult Non-fiction

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Life in a French country house : entertaining for all seasons / Cordelia de Castellane ; photography, Matthieu Salvaing.
"French tastemaker Cordelia de Castellane presents her inspirations and secrets to exquisite at-home entertaining and decor, organized according to the four seasons. As France's most prominent host and the artistic director of Dior Home and Baby Dior, Cor…
The Renoir girls : a hidden history of art, war, and betrayal / Catherine Ostler.
"Paris, 1881. The artist Pierre-Auguste Renoir knocks on the door of a wealthy Jewish family’s home in the 8th arrondissement, the grandest quarter of Paris. He has arrived to paint the portrait of the family’s two youngest daughters. The parents, the Cah…
The day after : how to wield power in a post-Trump world / Brian Tyler Cohen ; [foreword by Marc Elias].
"This book is a wake-up call about the decades-long project that led to Trump’s America. It’s the playbook for progressives who want to do far more than restore the status quo. This is how we build a stronger country, with hope and opportunity for all —…
Data empire : the power of information to organize, control, and dominate / Roopika Risam.
"Long before writing existed, at the dawn of civilization in Mesopotamia, rulers pressed marks into clay to keep track of land, people and grain. To rule, they had to keep count. It is no accident, then, that the first written name in human history was ne…
Experience Japan / Tom Fay ... [et al.].
"Discover amazing local experiences from visiting every foodie's mecca, Osaka - home of ramen, takoyaki and conveyor-belt sushi; to basking in the grandeur of Shimane Prefecture's Izumo Taisha, one of Japan's most important shrines; and achieving ultimate…
Sisters of the midnight sun : a murder in Arctic Alaska / Rebecca Wright Stevens.
"Rebecca Wright is a defense attorney living in the Lower 48 when she suddenly finds herself a widow and an empty nester. In need of a radical change, she accepts a public defender position in Utqiagvik on Alaska’s North Slope, an oil-rich area the size o…
Human raised : nurturing connection, curiosity, & lifelong learning in the age of AI / Dana Suskind.
"A timely, urgent guide to parenting in the age of artificial intelligence-and protecting what matters most in childhood"--Provided by publisher.
I'm a lot : surviving myself and all the people I've been / Alison Leiby.
"Have you ever frozen when someone asks, "So, tell me about yourself?" If so, take a page from I’m a Lot. Alison Leiby proudly embraces the identities we’re often encouraged to hide: Housewives stan. Discount shopaholic. Former jock. Happily single. Child…
Aging out : an exploration of caregiving, community, and how Americans grow old / Lucy Schiller.
"A deeply personal investigation into the current state of eldercare and what it means to grow old in America Unlike many other cultures, our collective stance toward older people in the United States has long been one of casual avoidance and neglect. Thi…
Crossroads : a memoir in baseball and life / Dusty Baker.
"Dusty Baker walked with baseball legends and became one himself. After he signed with the Braves in 1968 at the age of nineteen against his father's wishes, no less than the great Hank Aaron promised to take Baker under his wing. Mentored by Aaron, Orlan…
Flower couture : from my garden to my house / [text by] Cordelia de Castellane, [photography by Billal Taright].
"A second book by French tastemaker Cordelia de Castellane, celebrating her garden as an endless source of inspiration for entertaining. Cordelia de Castellane, true ambassador of French lifestyle, returns with a sequel to Life in a French Country House a…
Strong to the end : the simple service and sudden sacrifice of the martyrs in Haiti / David and Alicia Lloyd, with Dean Merrill ; foreword by Mike Pence.
"The world reeled. And wept. Our hearts tried to absorb the shockwaves. To make sense of the madness. The peace of a Haitian children's home and school shattered with cries and fire. And blood. Three beautiful servant hearts murdered . . . brutally. Judes…
Hotel exile : Paris in the shadow of war / Jane Rogoyska.
"Since its opening in 1910, the Hotel Lutetia has been a grand Paris institution, a meeting place for artists, intellectuals, musicians, and politicians. André Gide took his lunch here, James Joyce lived in one of its rooms, Picasso and Matisse were regul…
Quilt panel magic : 15 projects with a creative twist / Cyndi McChesney.
"Cyndi McChesney shows you how to transform a quilt panel into a beautiful one-of-a-kind quilt, providing step-by-step instructions for projects that feature a large single image, multiple same-size images, or a combination of images in various sizes. The…
Moana : the official cookbook : Pacific recipes inspired by Motunui / by Monique Fiso and Katie Monteith.
"After a long day of sailing to see how far you’ll go or keeping the demigod Maui out of trouble with Te Fiti, catch a break with the delicious dishes in Moana: The Official Cookbook! Featuring more than 50 recipes spanning the expansive and flavorful ran…
Alaska [2026] / [contributor: Adam Karlin].
"Breath-taking views of the northern lights. Freshly caught salmon from the Kenai river. Afternoons learning about Alaska Native traditions. For a vacation to remember, Alaska is hard to beat. Whatever your dream trip involves, this DK travel guide is the…
Floramama : from garden to bouquet, growing flowers for market / Chloé Roy ; translated by Laurie Bennett.
"Flower farmer Chloé Roy combines ecological growing practices, proven business strategies, and the artistry of floral design into a beautiful visually rich guide to small-scale floriculture. Inspired by Jean-Martin Fortier's biointensive methods and Queb…
Epic dog tricks : 60 impressive stunts to engage and challenge your pet / Kaylin Haugen.
"Unleash your pup's full potential with 60 awe-inspiring tricks. Certified Trick Dog Instructor Kaylin Haugen makes even the most impressive-sounding feat easy to achieve with thoughtful instruction and helpful images--and all tricks are 5 steps or fewer!…
Centennial : the Great Fair of 1876 and the invention of America's future / Fergus M. Bordewich.
"The spectacular story of the Great Centennial Exhibition of 1876-held in the shadow of a highly contested presidential election that triggered the collapse of Reconstruction and laid the foundations of the Republican Party we know today."--Provided by pu…
The small stuff : how to lead a more gratifying life / Ian Bogost.
"In an era dominated by convenience and efficiency, one would think that life would be simpler, easier, and most importantly, happier. After all, shouldn’t all the time saved with machines and technology leave us with more time for ourselves? The Atlantic…
How the Democrats screwed Bernie / Tad Devine.
"One question haunted the American left after the 2016 election: how could a grassroots movement that drew massive crowds and shattered fundraising records fail? The answer exposes fundamental flaws in American democracy itself. In How the Democrats Screw…
Iceland / Dorling Kindersley
"Drive the legendary Ring Road, go whale-watching in Husavík or soak in the thermal waters of the Blue Lagoon – there are so many reasons to visit Iceland. If you want to see the very best of a place (plus a few surprises along the way), DK’s Iceland trav…
Renaissance dogs : a litter of hilarious pups, mutts, and hounds / Taylor Wagmore.
"Delight in over 100 hilarious depictions of man's best friend-from sweetly puppish to downright demonic-produced between 1400-1700 by the Renaissance's greatest painters"--Provided by publisher.
Summer of '71 : five months that changed America / John A. Jenkins.
"Inflation rages. Crime is rising. Abortion rights take center stage at the Supreme Court. China poses an existential threat. Black lives are under attack. The president battles the press as he seeks to subvert not just the political order but the rule of…
A sudden flicker of light : a revisionist history of movies / David Thomson.
"From one of cinema's wisest and most penetrating observers, an arresting new perspective on the sweep of film history. David Thomson has been called "the greatest living writer on the movies." Here is a career capstone of sorts -- a one-volume history of…
American trickster : the hidden lives of Carlos Castaneda / Ru Marshall.
"Twenty years in the making, American Trickster: The Hidden Lives of Carlos Castaneda unravels the story of the secretive faux-anthropologist who pulled off one of the greatest literary hoaxes in modern history. Both an investigation of the techniques emp…
Fodor's Southern California / Carrie Bell ... [et al.]
"Fodor's Southern California travel guide provides maps, itineraries, and expert travel recommendations for exploring Los Angeles, San Diego, Joshua Tree National Park, and Pacific Coast Highway"--Provided by publisher.
Reboot : AI and the race to save democracy / Beth Simone Noveck.
"Democracy is in retreat at home and abroad. Our institutions and our politics are more broken than ever. At this delicate moment, artificial intelligence has burst onto the scene, a powerful technology that holds as much potential to bolster democracy as…
The asset class : how private equity turned capitalism against itself / Hettie O'Brien.
"For decades, private equity firms have infiltrated every corner of modern life. Wielding debt as a weapon, they push vital services into crisis. Their cover story: that this is merely the “creative destruction” essential to growth. Old-school capitalists…
Financial accounting / by Maire Loughran, CPA.
"Financial Accounting For Dummies helps you decode the language of business, with clear explanations, practical examples, and updated guidance covering the latest GAAP standards. Learn the basics of decoding financial statements and keeping the books, alo…
A vast horizon : artists and lovers, freedom and war / Anna Thomasson
"Late summer 1937. Europe is inching toward war. In the South of France a group of friends picnic in a secluded clearing. The women have peeled down their dresses to their waists. Shoes have been cast aside. A couple kiss playfully while the others look o…
Scavenging beauty : a memoir in walks / Angelica Glass.
"Angelica Glass spent decades as a social worker helping families struggling with poverty, addiction, abuse and neglect. Needing relief from work-related stress, she turned to walking as an outlet. What began as a way to incorporate more exercise into her…
Medesque : everyday recipes with Mediterranean roots / Georgina Hayden.
"In Med-esque, award-winning food writer Georgina Hayden finds the very best recipes from across the Mediterranean and adapts them to suit the home cook. Incorporating the modern twists and tricks that made Greekish such a fan favorite, Med-esque is full …
Mediterranean Europe / [contributing writers: Isabel Albiston, Alexis Averbuck, Abigail Blasi, Federica Bocco, Jean-Bernard Carillet [and 43 others]
"Discover Mediterranean Europe's most popular experiences and best kept secrets from seeing world-famous Renaissance paintings;cycling through world-famous vineyards and exploring charming small towns." --Amazon.com
Western Europe / Anthony Ham [and 11 others]
"Discover Western Europe's most popular experiences and best kept secrets from relaxing on white Mediterranean sand beaches lapped by turquoise waters, to skiing down majestic snow-capped mountain ranges, and exploring a cache of world-famous museums and …
The art of walking : move through the world mindfully / Emma Bastow.
"Blending science, philosophy, and practical tips, The Art of Walking shows how this simple act can profoundly enhance your well-being and connection to the world around you. From mindful strolls to invigorating hikes, the book explores how walking helps …
Fodor's Vancouver & Victoria [8th edition] / writers: Jennifer Foden [and five others]
"Whether you want to eat the finest Pacific Rim cuisine, explore Stanley Park, or go skiing in Whistler, the local Fodor’s travel experts in Vancouver and Victoria are here to help! Fodor’s Vancouver and Victoria guidebook is packed with maps, carefully c…
Thundering waters : the toxic legacy of Niagara Falls / Christen E. Civiletto.
"Few images in the natural world conjure the same awe, power, and amazement as Niagara Falls. Each year, millions flock from around the world to hear the roar of the falls, fell and smell the spray, and maybe take in the sight up close by boat. What they …
The ultimate shell seeker's guide : building a better beachcombing strategy / Ashley Oliphant.
"The Ultimate Shell Seeker's Guide is the book that beachcombers have been anxiously waiting for an expert to finally write. Join Dr. Ashley Oliphant as she reveals the secret calculus that the best beachcombers in the world are constantly working in thei…
The department of revenge : how Trump took control of American justice / Barrett Devlin.
"Whose votes get counted and whose get tossed out? Who gets prosecuted and who gets protected, like Jeffrey Epstein’s friends? Who gets to run our colleges and schools? How do citizens protest without getting killed? For generations, the Justice Departmen…
The fall of republics : a history from ancient Carthage to the American Constitution / Thomas F. Madden.
"What caused the world's great republics to fall -- and what their fate reveals about the dangers facing modern democracies today. In this timely book, distinguished historian Thomas Madden explores the people, events, and factors that led to the collapse…
Backyard birds of North America : a guide to identifying & attracting your favorite birds / Daniel O'Sullivan.
"A practical field guide with identification tips and attracting strategies for over 70 common North American backyard birds. In Backyard Birds of North America: A Guide to Identifying and Attracting Your Favorite Birds, readers are introduced to more tha…
The emergency playbook : a bunker-free guide to disaster preparation / Amy Edelman & Chris Begley.
"A practical and realistic guide to preparing for worst-case scenarios, from wildfires and floods to power outages and the next pandemic, for city dwellers, suburbanites, and everyone else"--Provided by publisher.
The reverse centaur's guide to life after AI : how to think about artificial intelligence--before it's too late / Cory Doctorow.
"In modern tech parlance, a centaur is a person who is able to use technology to be a better, more productive version of themself. A reverse centaur is a person who is forced by technology to work at an inhuman pace—a driver made to deliver all day long, …
One pan feasts : easy entertaining for any occasion / Dominic Franks.
"Deliciously simple recipes for everyday feasts and celebrations. Take the stress out of cooking for a crowd and let Dominic Franks show you how to cook easy impressive one-pan meals to share. From weekend brunches to fill-the-freezer feasts, dinner party…
Ice cream queen : flavors from Black America's past, present & future / Lokelani Alabanza ; photography by Brittany Connerly
"Back in the 1840s, a free Black woman ran a successful ice cream saloon in Nashville. Her name was Sarah Estell, and she became known as “the Ice Cream Queen.” Now taking up her crown is Lokelani Alabanza, a trained pastry chef and avid collector of all …
In defense of sunlight : the surprising science of sun exposure / Rowan Jacobsen ; foreword by Richard Weller.
"A quiet revolution is transforming our understanding of sunlight's effects on human health. For decades, a 'zero-sun' policy has characterized our approach to sun protection, advising us to stay out of the sun whenever possible and apply sunscreen daily …
Central Europe [11th edition] / Mark Baker, Marc Di Duca, Kata Fári, Kerry Walker, Luke Waterson, Nicola Williams, Barbara Woolsey
"Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime in this latest edition of our guide to Central Europe. Discover Central Europe's most popular experiences and best kept secrets from hiking through vineyards,…
Eastern Europe / Kata Fari [and thirteen others].
"Discover Eastern Europe's most popular experiences and best kept secrets from exploring Albania's wild and remote beaches; to hiking past alpine lakes and magical vistas in Slovakia's Tatra Mountains; and visiting the world's biggest castle complex at th…
Regime change : inside the imperial presidency of Donald Trump / Maggie Haberman, Jonathan Swan.
"Regime Change covers the first year of Trump’s second presidency—a term liberated from every constraint that defined his first. The generals who once told him “no” are gone, and the lawyers who remain have learned to pick their battles. His administratio…
Monster of a land : on the road in search of modern America / Lauren Hough.
"Lauren Hough has always been haunted by the road trips she never got to take: no money, no vacation days, no car capable of making the trip. So, upon finally finding herself in a situation where such a trip might be possible—being a writer may not always…
Fires in the night : the Earth Liberation Front, the FBI, and a secret history of eco-sabotage / Matthew Wolfe.
"In the early hours of October 28, 1996, a driver in rural Oregon spotted flames rising from a federal ranger station. Firefighters quickly extinguished the blaze, but not before discovering a cryptic phrase spray-painted on a nearby wall: 'EARTH LIBERATI…
Cody's wish : a boy, a racehorse, and a fight for life / Paul K. Halloran Jr. ; foreword by Tom Hammond.
"This is a story of resilience, triumph, and love-of the inexplicable yet undeniable bond between a courageous boy and the champion racehorse he considered his best friend"-- Provided by publisher.
To love a country : the problem of patriotism in America / Dominic Erdozain.
"As the battle over American democracy plays out on the country’s streets, Dominic Erdozain’s urgent, brilliant new book brings the longstanding tension between patriotism and freedom into sharp focus. Love of country, he shows, helped create the nation a…
The Messi effect : how the global legend changed the future of American soccer / Paul Tenorio.
"In The Messi Effect, Paul Tenorio, national soccer writer for The Athletic, draws on coveted insider access to bring readers behind the ropes and into the inner sanctum to chronicle the last act of Lionel Messi. In The Messi Effect, Paul Tenorio, nationa…
Lifeguard : a love story / Janet Fash with Clio Chang.
"The first time I ever saw a lifeguard get horned was in the summer of 1974. So begins the singular story of Janet Fash, the first female lifeguard chief at Rockaway Beach. Janet never expected to be a lifeguard, but when she got recruited by a friend to …
The Nord Stream conspiracy : the inside story of the explosions that shook the world / Bojan Pancevski.
"In September 2022, Scandinavian seismologists detected what seemed to be an undersea earthquake near the Danish island of Bornholm. Instead, several powerful explosions had destroyed Nord Stream, the $20 billion pipeline system that transported cheap Rus…
On courage : how to be a dissident in an age of fear / Julia Angwin and Ami Fields-Meyer.
"The United States is only the latest country to face a leader who wields fear as a weapon, punishes political enemies, disappears people off the street, and undermines free and fair elections. Today nearly three out of four people on earth live under aut…
A horse's world : a neuroscientist's journey into the equine mind / Janet L. Jones, PhD.
"The bond between horses and humans has been treasured for centuries. Horses have served as aids to civilization, subjects of the earliest art, vehicles for global trade, and extreme athletes. Still, their cognitive processes have remained mysterious, eve…
Revolution : the birth of the greatest nation in the history of the world / Eric Metaxas.
"'Once upon a time there was a REVOLUTION.' There's never been a nation like the United States of America. It's impossible to imagine the world without it -- but do you know the wild and true story of how it came into existence? On our 250th anniversary,…
100 amazing facts about the Negro / Henry Louis Gates, Jr.
"Relying on the latest scholarship, Gates leads us on a romp through African, diasporic, and African-American history in question-and-answer format. Among the one hundred questions: Who were Africa’s first ambassadors to Europe? Who was the first black pr…
Entitled : the rise and fall of the House of York [William Collins paperback edition] / Andrew Lownie.
"Drawing on four years of research, numerous FOI requests and interviews with over a hundred people who have never spoken out before, the book traces the lives of the late Queen’s second son and his ex-wife through their childhoods, courtship, marriage, d…
The big book of beginner amigurumi : 60 easy projects for charming crochet creations / Maggy and Pippa Woodley.
"Whether you have just started crocheting, or you’re looking for tons of quick projects to feed your amigurumi obsession, this book will have you turning yarn into the cutest little creatures you’ve ever seen in no time! Starting with a useful overview o…
Nonviolent communication : a language of life / Marshall B. Rosenberg.
"What is violent communication? if "violent" means acting in ways that result in hurt or harm, then much of how we communicate--judging others, bullying, having racial bias, blaming, finger pointing, discriminating, speaking without listening, criticizing…
Poking the squid : What we can learn from animal sex / by Perrin Roosevelt Ireland.
"In delightful watercolor comics of pregnant seahorse dads, spider oral sex, and the four-headed echidna penis, Perrin Roosevelt Ireland takes us on a wild biodiversity ride through queerness, infidelity, consent, divorce, sex change, and even sexual cann…
Buddhist practices for healing trauma / Tim Desmond.
"While many mental health books draw on secular mindfulness, Buddhist Practices for Healing Trauma offers something deeper: a comprehensive healing path grounded in the full breadth of Buddhist wisdom. Drawing from ancient sutras, traditional metaphors, a…
Arches & Canyonlands national parks / [writer: Stina Sieg]
"Whether you want to hike to the Delicate Arch in Arches National Park, explore the White Rim Road in Canyonlands National Park, or go rafting on the Colorado River, the local Fodor’s travel experts in Arches & Canyonlands National Parks are here to help!…
Radical duke : how one aristocrat - and the American Revolution - transformed Britain / Daniell Allen
"When Danielle Allen unearthed a parchment of the Declaration of Independence buried away in Sussex, England, little did she know that she had discovered a story of historical magnitude that would alter our understanding of British and American history. R…
Knit mini amigurumi cats! : 20 knitting patterns for tiny kitties / Anna Hrachovec.
"From the endlessly creative mind of Anna Hrachovec comes a collection of 20 irresistibly quirky cat-themed amigurumi knitting projects. Whether you’re into Cats in Containers, Cats at Work, or even Delicious Cats (yes, really), this book offers a delight…
All we say : the battle for American identity : a history in 15 speeches / Ben Rhodes.
"For 250 years, we have debated what it means to be American. This question shaped the compromises in our Constitution and the arguments we've been having ever since--spawning abolitionism, secession, and civil war; populism, mass migration, and global le…
Mid-Michigan modern [expanded edition] : from Frank Lloyd Wright to Googie / Susan J. Bandes
"From 1940 to 1970, mid‐Michigan had an extensive and varied legacy of modernist architecture. While this book explores buildings by renowned architects such as Frank Lloyd Wright, Alden B. Dow, and the Keck brothers, the text—based on archival research a…
Catching sight : how a guide dog helped me see myself / Deni Elliott with Graham Buck.
"When ethics scholar Deni Elliott, born with limited vision, realized she could no longer navigate the world safely alone, she turned to a guide dog—a decision that reshaped her understanding of disability and independence. Written in collaboration with …
The garden within : where the war with your emotions ends & your most powerful life begins / Dr. Anita Phillips ; foreword by Sarah Jakes Roberts
"In this game-changing book, trauma therapist and mental health expert Dr. Anita Phillips reveals how embracing emotion is the key to living your most powerful life. Just as gardens thrive in good ground, the abundant life you've been seeking can only be …
Matrescence : on pregnancy, childbirth, and motherhood / Lucy Jones.
"In this important and ground-breaking, deeply personal investigation, Jones writes of the emerging concept of "matrescence"--the wholeness of becoming a mother. Drawing on her own experiences of twice becoming a mother, as well as exploring the latest re…
Baseballisms : a murderers' row of metaphors and idioms / Leonard Skonecki.
"The vivid language of baseball pervades and invigorates American and other forms of English. Its many figures of speech, metaphors and idioms not only add color and drama to the national pastime but also provide eloquence and enlightenment in everyday li…
Fodor's Michigan / writers: Jennifer Billock, Amy S. Eckert, Greyson Ferguson, Karl Klockars, Amber Ogden, Amy Piper, Amy Rea, Robert Russell, Theresa Russell.
"Whether you want to museum-hop in Detroit, bike around Mackinac Island, or go wine-tasting in Traverse City, the local Fodor's travel experts in Michigan are here to help! Fodor's Michigan guidebook is packed with maps, carefully curated recommendations,…
Healthy living high-protein cookbook : 85 recipes and meal plans to build muscle, balance metabolism, and thrive at any age / Toby Amidor.
"Hitting your daily protein goal doesn't need to feel like a chore. The Healthy Living High-Protein Cookbook gives you a science-backed, balanced way to eat for strength and long-term health--without restrictive dieting or complicated tracking"--Back cove…
The U.S. Constitution : a comprehensive and annotated guide for the modern reader / Melissa Murray.
"Think of this as the U.S. Constitution explained by America’s favorite law professor, Melissa Murray. On her podcast, Strict Scrutiny, Murray and her cohosts, Kate Shaw and Leah Litman, provide in-depth, accessible, and irreverent analysis of the Supreme…
Spirits of '76 : celebrating 250 years with cocktails from every state / Kim Laidlaw ; [photography by Ken Carlson]
"As the nation prepares to celebrate 250 years, this collection of themed cocktail recipes is the perfect way to commemorate the freedom and independence of the United States and enjoy a delicious drink. The recipes include not just a traditional Hurrican…
ACT premium prep / lead editor, Heather Waite.
"Ready to master the ACT? ACT Premium Prep, Second Edition, is your comprehensive guide to a higher score. This all-in-one resource reflects changes to the Enhanced ACT and offers a winning combination of in-depth subject review, realistic practice, and e…
God's book : an honest look at the Bible's 7 toughest topics / Andrew Ollerton.
"These are just some of the questions that popular Bible teacher and theologian Andrew Ollerton asks as he helps us navigate the most challenging topics in the Bible. Understanding the Bible isn’t easy. God’s Book follows the biblical plotline from Genes…
Belgium & Luxembourg [10th edition] / Mélissa Monaco, Mark Elliott, Helena Smith.
"Discover Belgium & Luxembourg's most popular experiences and best kept secrets from swooning at the fabulous canal scenes in Bruges, to exploring the brooding stone beast of a medieval castle at Bouillon, and taking one of the most amusing brewery tours …
Europe [5th edition] / Kerry Walker, Kate Armstrong, Mark Baker, Joel Balsam, Cristian Bonetto [and 23 others]
Discover Europe's most popular experiences and best kept secrets from digging into a delicious smorgasbord of Nordic cuisine in the Danish capital of Copenhagen; to island-hopping in Greece where perfect golden beaches await; and roaming the illustrious A…
Switzerland [12th edition] / Nicola Williams, Caroline Bishop, Marc Di Duca, Anthony Haywood, Simon Richmond, Kerry Walker.
Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime in this latest edition of our guide to Switzerland. Discover Switzerland's most popular experiences and best kept secrets from following in Mark Twain's footst…
Weimar : life on the edge of catastrophe / Katja Hoyer.
"The Central German town of Weimar is perhaps most familiar to non-Germans for giving its name to the Weimar Republic. After Germany's inglorious defeat in World War I, the signing of a new constitution in Weimar marked the nation's first experiment with …
Unburdened : finding freedom from the tyranny of stress / Joyce Meyer.
"Work. Family challenges. Relational conflicts. A social media feed full of bad news. A constant stream of duties and decisions that leave your mind spinning long after the day ends. With all the demands we have going on in our lives, it can feel like a p…
Estrogen, interrupted : a guide to surviving and thriving in perimenopause / Dr. Rebecca Dunsmoor-Su, MD and Amy Voedisch, MD.
"After years of being overlooked by mainstream medicine and culture, menopause is finally receiving the attention it’s due. But one major reproductive health cycle in every woman’s life is still hiding in the shadows: perimenopause. It’s generally assume…
Esther's army : the Christian women who power the American right / Katie Gaddini.
"For decades, conservative Christian women have been dismissed as naive and brainwashed, victims of political coercion by the men in their lives. Yet that narrative doesn’t explain how they have also become some of the most influential political organizer…
But you look fine: trapped in the hell between sick and well and how to break free / Amy Kurtz; foreward by Leo Galland, MD
"According to the Center for Disease Control, 194 million Americans--or 76.4% of the population--have at least one chronic illness, and half of them are women. While many of these individuals finally have a diagnosis, and are no longer "sick", they're sti…
The parenting paradox : loving our children by giving them space to grow / Dr. Jenny Brown.
"Many devoted parents instinctively step in to protect and guide their children yet struggle knowing when to step back. While “helicopter parenting” is widely discouraged, parents are often left without clear, practical alternatives. In The Parenting Par…
Taste of home. America the tasty : 100+ iconic eats from coast to coast.
"America the Tasty takes you on a coast-to-coast road trip through 100+ beloved regional recipes....Discover the flavors that made cities famous, from Nashville Hot Chicken and Chicago Deep-Dish Pizza to New England Clam Chowder and Texas Pecan Pie. Wheth…
All summer long : conversations with the Beach Boys from Surfin' to SMiLE / David Beard ; foreword by John Stamos.
"David Beard compiles a wide range of fascinating and eye-opening conversations and original interviews with the group and integral figures in the band's history, including Brian Wilson, Mike Love, Al Jardine, David Marks, Bruce Johnston, Jan Berry, Dean …
Just plain filthy : the story behind book banning's trial of the century / Anthony Aycock.
"In 1975, the school board members of a small Long Island town did what they thought was a no-brainer: they ordered the removal of nine books from a high school library. The books included some classics--Richard Wright's Black Boy; Desmond Morris's The Na…
Empire of ink : the printers, rogues, and radicals who invented the American newspaper / Alex Wright.
"No society had ever generated so much ink and paper in so little time. Between the Revolutionary War and the dawn of the twentieth century, the number of American newspapers increased five hundredfold, producing the greatest outpouring of printed matter …
This is also a love story : a reporter's search for goodness in a cruel world / Sally Hayden.
"We live in an era defined by crisis—whether it be war and displacement, climate collapse, or growing inequality, and how the powerful profit from violence and exploitation. Celebrated foreign correspondent Sally Hayden has spent her career on the frontli…
Grandma Joy and me : a journey of healing, one national park at a time / Brad Ryan.
"Raised in Appalachia, Grandma Joy lived a life shaped by constraints and hardships, while Brad grappled with the weight of family rifts and unresolved pain. Together, they embarked on a quest not only to witness the majesty of America’s wild landscapes b…
Fodor's Yosemite & Sequoia / Kings Canyon National Parks / Cheryl Crabtree, Erika Mailman.
"Whether you want to hike Half Dome, stroll through the Giant Forest, or visit the Crystal Cave, the local Fodor’s travel experts in California are here to help! Fodor’s Yosemite & Sequoia/Kings Canyon National Parks guidebook is packed with maps, careful…
Trash! : a garbageman's story / Simon Pare-Poupart ; translated from the French by Pablo Strauss.
"Paré-Poupart’s story is atypical: he started working as a garbageman to pay for school, and after earning graduate degrees and working in more “respectable” fields, he is still on a truck — out of love for the physical rush, for his rough-and-tumble coll…
Speed : how it explains the world / Vaclav Smil.
"In a world obsessed with efficiency, perhaps nothing is valued as highly as being fast. Some of our greatest achievements include building planes that break the sound barrier and creating computers that process data at the touch of a button. With signatu…
Rick Steves London. 26th edition / Rick Steves & Gene Openshaw
"From the sacred stones of Westminster Abbey to the top of the London Eye, London is yours to discover with Rick Steves! Inside Rick Steves London you’ll find: Fully updated, comprehensive coverage for spending a week or more exploring London - Rick’s str…
The face : a cultural history / Fay Bound-Alberti.
"What’s in a face? And how much power does it hold? The Face begins in the historical West, where we learn how humans have interpreted faces and connected specific features with ideas of morality, social hierarchy, psychology, and so much more, setting t…
Restrung : a memoir of music and transformation / Vijay Gupta ; foreward by Pico Iyer
"By twenty-five, Vijay Gupta had lived several lifetimes: He played Carnegie Hall at eight years old, studied at Juilliard and Yale before most had finished high school, joined the Los Angeles Philharmonic at nineteen, gave a celebrated TED Talk seen by m…
Fodor's complete guide to the National Parks of the West [8th edition] / writers, Shelley Arenas, Andy Austin [and 17 others].
"Whether you want to hike through jaw-dropping landscapes of Yosemite, see rare wildlife and natural wonders in Yellowstone, or go river-rafting in the Grand Canyon, the local Fodor’s travel experts in America's Western national parks are here to help! Fo…
Fodor's Seattle [9th edition] / Shelley Arenas, Alicia Erickson, Matthew Lombardi, Naomi Tomky.
"Whether you want to take in the view from the Space Needle, sample world-class coffee and cuisine, or hike in nearby Mt. Ranier National Park, the local Fodor’s travel experts in Seattle are here to help! Fodor’s Seattle guidebook is packed with maps, ca…
The art of becoming a citizen : a memoir / Gail Godwin.
"'He just had the presidency stolen from him.' Gail Godwin first heard these words in November 1960, one of a crush of reporters eagerly awaiting the first postelection meeting between Kennedy and Nixon. Hearing an uncanny echo in the aftermath of the 202…
No-nonsense nutrition : the science-based plan to transform health, lose weight, feel amazing / Dominique Ludwig.
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…
The courage to commit : embrace the radical power of sticking with something / Shawn Johnson and Andrew East ; with Jimmy Soni.
"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…
In deep water : a true story of sharks, survival, and courage / Michael J. Tougias.
"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…
The caregiver helpbook / Marilyn Cleland, B.S., R.N. [and 10 others]
"One of the greatest challenges of being a family caregiver is maintaining one's own physical and emotional health. This book, developed as part of the family caregiver education program, 'Powerful Tools for Caregivers,' is designed to provide caregivers …
The long revolution : creating a United States after 1776 / Nathan Perl-Rosenthal.
"In the century after Independence, many Americans believed that their Revolution was still in progress. Far from a unifying national myth, the Revolution was for generations of Americans a source of radically conflicting political ideas. Nowhere was this…
Timeless Paris : ateliers, emporiums, savoir faire / Marin Montagut ; photography by Ludovic Balay, Pierre Musellec, and Romain Ricard ; illustrations by Marin Montagut.
"In Paris, enchantment awaits around every corner, and artist Marin Montagut marvels in discovering the ateliers and emporiums that pepper the capital. For centuries, the artisanal trades associated with the city have continued to hum uninterrupted in uni…
The Beatles by Jim Marshall : live at Candlestick Park, Aug 29, 1966 / curated by Amelia Davis ; essay by Joel Selvin
"Jim Marshall's photographs of The Beatles' 1966 concert in San Francisco capture a historic convergence: one of the biggest names in music photography and one of the most beloved bands in history. Specially requested as photographer by The Beatles, Marsh…
The plunge : maverick swimmers, an unlikely quest, and the transformative power of cold water / Chris Ballard.
"When award-winning Sports Illustrated writer Chris Ballard receives a cryptic text promising to extend his athletic life, he has no idea it will lead him into a parallel athletic universe—one populated by record-breaking grandmothers, obsessive scientist…
Lightning beneath the sea : the race to wire the world and the dawn of the information age / James M. Tabor.
"In 1854, the American entrepreneur Cyrus Field set out to lay a 2,000-mile telegraph cable across the bottom of the Atlantic Ocean. Nothing like it had ever been attempted. Field knew nothing about telegraphy, electricity, ships, or oceans, and science i…
GRE premium prep [37th edition] / the staff of the Princeton Review.
"THE ALL-IN-ONE SOLUTION FOR YOUR HIGHEST POSSIBLE SCORE ON THE GRE. Get the prep you need for your best GRE score with The Princeton Review, including 6 full-length practice tests (2 in the book and 4 online), topic reviews updated for the new exam, and …
Freshwater : the view from above and the life below / Bill François, Yann Arthus-Bertrand.
"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…
Embroidering the magic of plants : healing flower, leaf, and herbal designs / Yula ; [translation by Allison Markin Powell].
"Dive into the creative world of beloved embroidery artist Yula! Showcased here for the first time in English, Yula's botanical embroidery is as charming as it is fun to create. Sewers both new and experienced will enjoy a unique set of motifs ranging fro…
Shakespeare's Margaret : the dramatic life of a warrior queen / Charles O'Malley and Scott W. Stern.
"She is more violent than Lady Macbeth, more complex than Ophelia, more strategic than King Lear’s daughters. She is the only Shakespearean character, male or female, whose entire life—from youth to old age—appears on stage. She is a wealth of insight int…
Suicidal empathy : dying to be kind / Gad Saad.
"What happens when a society elevates victimhood to a virtue and decides that punishment is cruel? You get the disease Dr. Gad Saad calls suicidal empathy. And the West may be terminally infected. In his new book, Suicidal Empathy, Saad unleashes a blist…
Nature at your door : connecting with the wild and green in the urban and suburban landscape / Sara A. Gagné ; photographs by William Garcia.
"We are an integral part of the ecosystem where we live. In this book we learn that what we do in our yards matters just as much as the way our local parks and nature preserves are managed. Author and professor of landscape ecology Sara Gagné focuses on t…
Insect safari : exploring the wondrous world of everyday bugs / Margie Patlak.
"When science writer Margie Patlak was inspirited to take a quick close-up snapshot of a bee in her backyard, it was the start of a years-long obsession with cataloging and understanding the tiny creatures that were all around her. The essays in her book …
Shark : the illustrated biography / Daniel C. Abel & Sophie A. Maycock ; illustrations by Adam Hook.
"No two species of shark have the same life history, yet these magnificent creatures share many things in common. This one-of-a-kind narrative biography brings together a wide array of species from habitats around the globe, examining the biology, ecology…
The shortest history of soccer : from ancient kicking games to the world's most popular sport / Brian D. Bunk.
"How did a simple kicking game conquer the world? In this concise yet comprehensive history, sports historian Brian D. Bunk traces soccer’s unlikely, meteoric rise, showing how a pastime humbly rooted in English schoolyard contests grew to become the plan…
No loose ends : the smart & slightly morbid guide to estate planning & end-of-life tasks / Adam Zuckerman.
"No Loose Ends is a practical, straightforward overview of what most people should know about estate planning, end-of-life planning, and the tasks that follow a death. Attorney Adam Zuckerman explains the core components of a complete plan, what to do wit…
Positive angle : reboot your mind, live your awesome life / Chris Norlund.
Chris Norlund lost his family after a plane crash. Growing up an orphan was a nightmare--isolation, abuse, prejudice was all he ever knew. But with tireless determination, hard work, and self-discipline he found his pathway to success and belonging throug…
The wonder of whales : discover the lives of Earth's most majestic giants / Melissa Hobson
"Take a deep dive into the mystery and magic of the world’s largest mammals in this visually stunning and scientifically driven exploration. Full of fascinating scientific and historical insights and stories, The Wonder of Whales surveys the extraordinary…
How Queer bookshops changed the world / A. J. West
"Travelling from Shakespeare and Company in Paris to Gay’s the Word in London to the Oscar Wilde Memorial Bookshop in New York, A.J. West has written the first history of these remarkable spaces. Tracing their evolution from under-the-counter operations t…
Water lines : a life on marshes, rivers, seas and in the rain / Riverhorse Nakadate
"Across 32 essays, Nakadate paddles, hikes, casts, surfs, and canoes through landscapes as varied as the alpine lakes of Colorado, the salt marshes of his native Texas, the trout streams of Minnesota, and the mangrove swamps of the Yucatán. Whether he’s c…
The breaker : how men can overcome shame and live in true freedom / Micah LaCerte & Diana Chaloux-LaCerte
"The Breaker is not your average self-help book for abuse survivors. The goal isn’t just to help you tolerate pain, it’s to show you a path that leads to true freedom from the wounds of your past. This is the raw and powerful true story of Micah LaCerte—a…
It all counts : finding God everywhere they told you not to look / Natalia Terfa ; foreward by Jeff Chu
"It All Counts is a fiercely compassionate and deeply personal exploration of faith, doubt, and the sacredness of everyday life. With humor, honesty, and theological insight, pastor and podcaster Natalia Terfa invites us to reimagine what it means to live…
How we see it : the world looks at America in the age of Trump / The Dial Magazine.
"The 2024 U.S. presidential election reverberated internationally, a global event whose outcome has already reshaped trade, migration, security, and rising authoritarianism across the world. Inside the United States, we are swamped by the news cycle; but …
The game master's book of adventures on demand : 10 epic one-shot adventures and a complete campaign framework, plus 150+ side quest ideas and a guide to building better stories for your 5th edition RPG campagins / Ben Egloff ; illustrations: Conceptopolis.
"The one thing every Game Master needs in order to run a session for their friends is an adventure. This book gives them everything they need and then some. Good, professional-quality adventures are a necessity to play the game, but they can be expensive…
Beginner's Iitalian with online audio & video / Tom Means, PhD ; illustrated by Kelly Gonzalez
"A language steeped in history, culture and art, Italian is spoken by over 65 million people worldwide and is also one of the most widely studied Romance languages. Ideal for those new to Italian, learning at home or in the classroom, Beginner’s Italian…
We interrupt this broadcast : poems / Gregory Orr
"From a master lyric poet characterized by Mary Oliver as “a Walt Whitman without an inch of Whitman’s bunting and oratory” comes this late-life collection that takes its overall title from the venerable phrase that alerted listeners and viewers to an urg…
Net zero : the ABCs of fashion sustainability / Tyler Elizabeth Bell.
"Net Zero: The ABCs of Fashion Sustainability breaks down the complex world of fashion sustainability into a digestible A-to-Z guide, covering key terms, concepts, and actions that shape a more ethical and environmentally responsible industry. Whether rea…