Social sciences

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • The fast-paced inside story of America´s plunge into a volatile rivalry with the other two great nuclear powers—Xi Jinping´s China and Vladimir Putin´s Russia—from the Pulitzer Prize–winning journalist and bestselling author of The Perfect Weapon   “[A] cogent, revealing account of how a generation of American officials have grappled with

Why is it so hard to speak up, even when we know something´s wrong? This is the definitive book on defiance—a clear-eyed dissection of the forces that silence us, featuring groundbreaking research and legendary stories of defiance alongside everyday examples and strategies for how to unleash the power of a “True No.” How many times have you wanted to object, disagree, or opt out of somethi

A riveting true story of a mother who fought back against the drug cartels in Mexico, pursuing her own brand of justice to avenge the kidnapping and murder of her daughter—from a global investigative correspondent for The New York Times “Azam Ahmed has written a page-turning mystery but also a stunning, color-saturated portrait of the collapse of formal justice in one Mexican town.”—S

A riveting true story of a mother who fought back against the drug cartels in Mexico, pursuing her own brand of justice to avenge the kidnapping and murder of her daughter—from a global investigative correspondent for The New York Times “Azam Ahmed has written a page-turning mystery but also a stunning, color-saturated portrait of the collapse of formal justice in one Mexican town.”—S

From the author of Irreversible Damage, an investigation into a mental health industry that is harming, not healing, American children In virtually every way that can be measured, Gen Z´s mental health is worse than that of previous generations. Youth suicide rates are climbing, antidepressant prescriptions for children are common, and the proliferation of mental health diagnoses has not helped t

"Read this book to connect with your highest self." -Susan Cain, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Bittersweet and Quiet

From a foremost expert on the science of emotions, a groundbreaking and essential exploration into the history, science, and greater understanding of awe.

 

An INSTANT New York Times bestseller! An INSTANT USA TODAY bestseller! An INSTANT Sunday Times bestseller! A modern-day YA romantic fantasy series opener about a glamorous magical world of social elites, forbidden love, and a dark magic that could destroy it all. **Deluxe edition with special embellishments on first printing only!** "Dazzling and deceptive. The perfect escape!" – Ste

#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • REESE´S BOOK CLUB PICK • A timely and important book that challenges everything we think we know about cultivating true belonging in our communities, organizations, and culture, from the #1 bestselling author of Rising Strong, Daring Greatly, and The Gifts of Imperfection Don´t miss the five-part Max docuseries Brené Brown: Atlas of the Heart! “Tru

The New York Times bestseller Henry Kissinger, consummate diplomat and statesman, examines the strategies of six great twentieth-century figures and brings to life a unifying theory of leadership and diplomacy “An extraordinary book.” -The Wall Street Journal “A must read...His books - including this one - will hopefully be read well into the future. Indeed our present and future leaders would

Based on the best-selling self-help classic about escaping the “happiness trap,” this card deck features 50 Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)-based prompts, practices, and reflections. Free yourself from depression, anxiety, and insecurity, and build a rich and meaningful life. ​This easy-to-use deck version of The Happiness Trap, Russ Harris´s million-copy bestseller, brings the pot

A mythological journey through 10 archetypes of psychedelic healing: ancient stories, tangible tools, and depth psychology insights Designed for a new generation of psychedelic facilitators and seekers, Psychedelics and the Soul invokes the traditions of Jungian depth psychology, mythology, and Indigenous cultural wisdom to meet a critical question of our times: How can the emerging field of psyc

Exploring the results of the first international study on the medicinal effects of microdosing with Amanita muscaria, the psychoactive fly agaric mushroom, Baba Masha, M.D., documents how more than 3,000 volunteers experienced positive outcomes for a broad range of health conditions as well as enhanced creativity and sports performance. Masha discovered that Amanita microdoses offered help and hea

Nathan Law's account of China's takeover of Hong Kong provides insight into Beijing's ambitions – the world must read this.' - Jon Snow 'In Freedom, Nathan Law paints a portrait of courage... A timely read.' - Nancy Pelosi Nobel nominee Nathan Law urges us to defend freedom before it's lost forever.

Learn about compelling worlds and characters depicted in myths and legends in The Mythology Book. Part of the fascinating Big Ideas series, this book tackles tricky topics and themes in a simple and easy to follow format. Learn about Mythology in this overview guide to the subject, brilliant for novices looking to find out more and experts wishing to refresh their knowledge alike! The Mythology

Discover the beguiling history of witchcraft, magic, and superstition through the centuries in this stunningly illustrated title. A History of Magic, Witchcraft and the Occult charts the extraordinary narrative of one of the most interesting and often controversial subjects in the world, covering everything from ancient animal worship and shamanism, through alchemy and divination to modern Wic

Find out what your birthday says about you and what your friends' birthdays say about them in this utterly compelling gift book. What makes me me? Who am I most compatible with? How will my future turn out? Shelley von Strunckel is expert at answering all these questions and more for her celebrity clients and in her newspaper columns. Use your birthday to identify key personality traits and e

Rebel Folklore gathers 50 of the darkest and most complicated folktale characters from around the world, showing readers why we should care about the rebels and misfits of ancient stories. Folktales were humble stories, passed down generations by those on the fringes of society: women, peasants, outcast groups. Across the world, these ancient stories are filled with strange characters, complic

For the first time ever, immerse yourself in the action-packed thrills of DC at the movies in one spectacular book. From the trailblazing 1940s movie serials that first put Batman and Superman on the silver screen to the Caped Crusader's swinging 1960s escapades and the iconic 1970s Superman, to the state-of-the-art 21st century reinventions of the Dark Knight, the Man of Steel, and Wonder Woma

In 1977 in the quiet English countryside a film called Alternative Three was aired. It was so shocking that for more than 30 years it's been discussed and analysed. But what if Alternative Three was in fact real? Was it the blueprint for surviving the end of the world? How does it connect to the Secret Space Programme, Nazi UFO's, SDI and even Chemtrails? Are there bases on the Moon?For the first

Featuring a “Who´s Who” of voices from the contemporary witchcraft community, A Confluence of Witches is an invitation to practicing witches, and those newly drawn to the craft, to explore the authentic intersections of magic, spirituality, personal development, and social justice.   A Confluence of Witches aims to highlight how witchcraft has always been a diverse, constantly evolving, cul