Social sciences

'A joy and an education for anyone who loves Paris' Diana Henry, author of From the Oven to the Table 'A delicious journey through Paris' Sami Tamimi Paris has a justifiable claim to be the centre of European gastronomy - but beyond its trademark terrasses and zinc-topped tables, what can its cuisine tell us about the city? Chris Newens, an award-winning food writer and long-time resident of the h

A pioneering researcher and one of the world’s foremost experts on traumatic stress offers a bold new paradigm for healing   Trauma is a fact of life. Veterans and their families deal with the painful aftermath of combat; one in five Americans has been molested; one in four grew up with alcoholics; one in three couples have engaged in physical violence. Such experiences inevitably lea

The hottest thinker in the world . (Bryan Appleyard, Sunday Times ). In The Black Swan , Taleb showed us that highly improbable and unpredictable events underlie almost everything about our world. Here Taleb stands uncertainty on its head, making it desirable, even necessary. The antifragile is beyond the resilient or robust. The resilient resists shocks and stays the same; the antifragile gets

The New York Times bestseller.

**THE INSTANT SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER** **WINNER OF THE BRITISH BOOK AWARDS 2024 BOOK OF THE YEAR** Patriot is the unforgettable life story of one of the most fearless and inspiring figures of our time. 'Mind-blowing ... one extraordinary read' EMILY MAITLIS ‘Charisma and courage dazzle on every page’ SUNDAY TIMES 'Part memoir, part diary, a political manifesto, a darkly funny adieu' BEN MA

A guide to your spiritual journey of transformation using the Enneagram “The Enneagram of the Soul invites us on a journey of profound self-discovery.” —Russ Hudson, cofounder of the Enneagram Institute and bestselling coauthor of The Wisdom of the Enneagram   The Enneagram of the Soul is inspired by over two decades of inner and outer work with the Enneagram by leading expert Nhie

“Digging for Mother´s Bones is the kind of medicine that our world so desperately needs right now.” —Emmi Mutale, author of Return to the Mother World and founder of Feminine Revered   Through visionary words and hard-lived realities, Coco Oya Cienna-Rey guides us through the darkness and great joy of reclaiming our connection with the Mother—a process of deep surrender and h

Sarah Robinson ventures over (and under) Britain´s storied landscapes, with their rich witch heritage as her guide. Explore the places where well-known witches from myth and history lived. Discover ancient stones, crystal caves, and wishing trees connected to the witch in this spellbinding exploration of fascinating folklore, harrowing history, and the magical places where they all collide. 

The Beat of Your Own Drum weaves together science and sacred wisdom to explore the transformative power of drumming for women´s well-being. Practical, scholarly, and inspirational, this book invites women to reclaim their rhythmic heritage and harness the healing power of percussion for personal and collective transformation.   The Beat of Your Own Drum weaves together science and sacred w

What is the earliest temple complex on Earth? Who built it? Is it really 7,000 years older than Stonehenge and the pyramids? How did such a sophisticated civilization evade detection for so long?   In this groundbreaking little book, packed with original research and illustrations, megalithomaniac Hugh Newman tells the story of Göbekli Tepe, Karahan Tepe, Nevali Çori, and othe

Why are dragons recognized in almost all cultures on Earth? What is the mysterious geomantic gold they secretly guard? Could dragons be a folk memory of something that once hunted us?   In this beautiful little book, Joyce Hargreaves tells the story of these extraordinary animals through examples drawn from all over the world. Richly illustrated and with detailed appendices of notable dra

This enchanting book teaches practical witchcraft through wonderfully whimsical stories suitable for all ages.   For all witches, or for the witches in all of us, the tales in this collection will serve you well. Each enchanting story contained within A Witch´s Book of Terribles offers a lesson rooted in the art of witchcraft that a walker of any path will be sure to learn from. While wit

The Confessions of Fiona by Steve Blamires details the beliefs, stories, and tenets of the Sidhe as revealed by one of the Sidhe, Fiona Macleod. For twelve years, this faery woman laid out the entire mythology, pantheon, and rituals of the faeries themselves. This volume reveals, expands, and explains what we can learn from her.   The Secrets of the Sidhe Revealed!  In 1893, the Sco

From a unique upbringing in a meditation commune in the Midwest to bouncing in a biker bar and serving in the military, Nick Osborne eventually found himself donning a suit and becoming a bored and lifeless company man. But in 2018, a week after his fortieth birthday, he unexpectedly lost his career, prompting him to sell all his possessions and ditch his cell phone. For nine months he wandered wi

Hallowed Ground examines the surprising traditions, customs, superstitions, and secular imagery found in Christian churches and churchyards, with a particular emphasis on the traditional rural protestant church.   Beginning with stories associated with the construction of church buildings themselves and the role that they played in the community, the book moves through a number of su

Over one hundred years since its original publication, Brownies & Bogles by Louise Imogen Guiney is now republished as a wonderful, easy-to-follow guidebook to the fae.   American essayist and poet Louise Imogen Guiney put together a fantastic, poetic book dedicated to the happenings of the fair folk. Now republished for a modern audience with a foreword by Chris Allaun, Brownies & Bogles

Explore the Magic of the Moon Once upon a time, minister, lecturer, and astronomer Rev. Timothy Harley published Moon Lore, a culmination of his understanding of the moon and its many myths. Now lovingly updated and reproduced for a modern audience, this book is the perfect reference for everything about lunar folklore. Contained within are different concepts about the moon that span time, relig

Raven´s Call is a captivating collection of articles and essays from the archives of the late Raven Grimassi. This anthology explores the rich traditions of Wicca and witchcraft, delving into many subjects, including rituals, symbols, sacred tools, and magical mirrors. It includes reflections on initiation, moon rituals, and folklore, offering a glimpse into the diverse practices that have shaped

Keep your practice sharp wherever you go.   Travel puts us all in liminal spaces. But despite many practitioners´ affinity for spaces betwixt and between, these areas have many practical and magickal dilemmas. A Traveler´s Guide to Making Magic provides templates and examples for practicing in a broad range of locations and circumstances. Pagans and witches alike will find utility in this

Nineteen stories from the Pashto tradition.   A stunning collection of Pashto folktales, Heartstrings of the Khyber offers a comprehensive exploration of South and Central Asian cultural and literary heritage. Knowledgeable readers and novices alike can learn about the history and traditions of Pashto culture through medieval tales never before shared with the English-speaking literary wo