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Comprehensive science history for general readers

A powerful memoir reclaiming identity after sexual assault, challenging societal norms and the justice system with raw honesty.

Retired detective uncovers dark secrets in idyllic Irish countryside.

Hidden history: one girl's journey from Castro's Cuba to freedom

Challenging conventional poverty alleviation methods, this book offers a transformative approach to helping the poor without causing unintended harm.

A gripping account of Norway's darkest day, exploring the mind of a terrorist and the lives he shattered.

A compelling exposé on disinformation's threat to democracy, offering practical solutions to safeguard America's future and preserve truth-based politics.

Exploring seven historical events that shaped freedom and America's destiny.

Guides men through women's life phases, Hypergamy, and social dynamics.

An intimate, behind-the-scenes look at George H.W. Bush's post-presidential life, filled with determination, friendship, and unexpected adventures.

Explore how two nations built massive property markets through completely opposite approaches-China's state-controlled speed versus Canada's rights-based deliberation, and what each reveals about power, wealth, and housing.

A black nurse's life unravels when a white supremacist couple's baby dies, sparking a tense legal and racial drama.

Eli and Miles explore how Gen Z is rewriting comedy rules, from Jenny Lawson's dark humor to absurdist memes that baffle millennials. Discover why authenticity beats punchlines.

A gripping exploration of psychiatry's controversial history, from pseudoscience to life-saving profession, by a former APA president.

Discover how Kraków evolved from Stone Age settlement to Poland's cultural heart, surviving world wars intact while preserving its rich heritage that continues to shape its vibrant modern identity.

Explore the profound history behind Christmas destinations, from Bethlehem's living biblical sites to Europe's centuries-old Christmas markets, discovering how these places offer transformative encounters with the sacred story that continues to unfold today.

A gripping thriller set at a Vermont college, where ancient rituals and dark forces collide with modern-day greed and ambition.

A raw memoir of redemption from crime to activism