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100 timeless hits from the Great American Songbook are showcased in this book of arrangements for piano, voice and guitar. From Gershwin and Rodgers & Hammerstein to Stephen Schwartz and Stephen...

Strap on your shield and prepare for a thrilling adventure as Captain America battles the Red Skull in a pivotal saga. This collection of classic comics brings together iconic moments from Tales of...

River Langston-Lee's life has been a series of spectacular failures. In a single 24-hour period, he's dumped his girlfriend, walked out of his SATs, and quit his job at his parents' cafe. But when he...

Born into slavery in Maryland, Frederick Douglass's life story is a testament to the human spirit's capacity for resilience and determination. In this powerful narrative, Douglass recounts his...

Desert Oracle Volume 1: A Collection of Strange and Wonderful Tales from the American Southwest In the vast expanse of the American Southwest, a unique voice has emerged, weaving together the threads...

Jenny Doan's memoir is a heartwarming story of faith, family, and the power of giving. From humble beginnings as a homeschooling mom, Jenny's journey is one of overcoming hardship and igniting...

Bluff is a powerful new collection from Danez Smith, a poet who never loses their way. Written after two years of artistic silence, during which the world came to a halt due to the COVID-19 pandemic...

American Gods: Shadows Adapted for the First Time in Stunning Comic Book FormNeil Gaiman's epic novel is now brought to life in a unique and captivating comic book format. This first of three bind-up...

The Legacy of Enduring Injury and Healing The history of African enslavement in the Americas is a traumatic one, marked by physical, emotional, psychological, and spiritual abuse. Given this history,...

On September 11, 2001, the skies over America became the front lines of an undeclared war. In this gripping narrative, Lynn Spencer brings to life the heroic response of air traffic controllers,...

Thurgood Marshall, a young civil rights attorney, risked his life to defend a boy slated for the electric chair in a case that would have far-reaching consequences for the nation. In 1936, a group of...

Ansel Adams in the National Parks Photographs from America's Wild Places This comprehensive collection brings together over 200 photographs of America's national parks and wilderness areas,...

W.E.B. Du Bois's The Souls of Black Folk is a foundational text that has shaped the struggles and movements of an entire people. This collection of fourteen essays, written in a lyrical and...

The Presidents Noted Historians Rank America's Best--and Worst--Chief Executives C-SPAN's Historians Surveys of Presidential Leadership have been a benchmark for decades, ranking America's presidents...

America's trade policy has been shaped by a unique approach: funding the rise of its rivals. This approach has been a subject of debate, with some arguing it's a recipe for disaster. Robert...

The Sassen Brothers and Their Anti-Bolshevik Crusade in Latin America The Sassen brothers, Wim and Alfons, are infamous figures in the history of the Nazi regime. While their brother's fate is...

The Wisconsin Central Regional Railroad Powerhouse in Review by Dean Sauvola This book tells the story of the Wisconsin Central, a dynamic regional railroad that operated in the upper Midwest from...

From his humble beginnings as a poor farm boy in Princeton, Minnesota, to his rise as a professional wrestling champion, Bob Backlund's life is a story of transformation and perseverance.With the...

Science fiction often explores the relationship between humans and the unknown, but Native American writers have claimed the genre as a space to critique colonialism and assert Indigenous worldviews...

The Rise and Fall of the Neoliberal Order: America and the World in the Free Market Era by Gary Gerstle The neoliberal order that emerged in the United States in the 1970s had a profound impact on...

The Fall of the House of Usher and Other Stories by Edgar Allan Poe is a collection of nine short stories and novellas that explore the darker side of America. Spanning the genres of detective...

The Old Patagonian Express: By Train Through The AmericasA journey through the Americas by train, as seen through the eyes of Paul Theroux, who boarded the iconic train in 1972 and never disembarked...

The Robber Barons: The Great American Capitalists, 1861-1901 by Matthew Josephson This book tells the story of the American capitalists who dominated the economy after the Civil War, shaping the...

The Midnight Assassin: The Hunt for America's First Serial Killer In the late 19th century, a series of brutal murders shook the city of Austin, Texas, leaving a trail of terror and panic in its wake...

Steve Rogers has renounced his role as Captain America. As he navigates this new identity, he becomes embroiled in a complex web of intrigue and power struggles. With the return of the Red Skull,...

African American Women in the Struggle for the Vote, 1850-1920 by Rosalyn Terborg-Penn is a groundbreaking work that sheds light on the crucial role African American women played in the fight for...

Why Marriage Matters: Equality and Gay People's Right to MarryEvan Wolfson presents a compelling discussion on the importance of marriage in America, exploring its significance for all couples and...

Chess For Kids by Richard James This engaging introduction to chess is designed for children aged seven and upwards. The book offers 30 short lessons, covering the basics of the board, pieces, moves,...

Battersby's dream of owning a home is a serious business. He and his friends have a plan to save up and buy a house together, but the reality of life in London is about to throw them a curveball.As...

Sam and Sadie, two college friends, form a creative partnership in a world of video game design, where success brings fame, joy, tragedy, and ultimately, a kind of immortality. Their collaboration,...

Patti Smith's Just Kids is a vibrant and intimate memoir of her early days as an artist and her enduring friendship with Robert Mapplethorpe. Richly illustrated with new material and photographs,...

The End of Faith: Religion, Terror, and the Future of Reason by Sam Harris This thought-provoking book offers a stark analysis of the clash between faith and reason in today's world. Harris explores...

Discover the incredible world of women's football with this record-breaking collection of players, teams, and tournaments. Packed with hundreds of easy-to-digest facts and all-action photos, this...

The Care and Keeping of You 1: The Body Book for Younger Girls is a comprehensive guide for girls aged 8 and up, covering essential topics such as hair care, healthy eating, and body changes. With...

The Echo Machine: How Right-Wing Extremism Created a Post-Truth America Disinformation is no longer just a byproduct of our political system, but a weaponized force shaping public opinion. In this...

Chicago's indie music scene was a hotbed of creativity in the 1990s, with the city's underground redefining what indie rock could sound like. Labels like kranky records, founded in 1993, played a...

War Made Invisible: An Unflinching Exposé of America's Hidden War Costs For over two decades, the United States has been engaged in a perpetual state of war, with many of its military engagements...

The photographs of American blues musicians in England during the 1960s are a rare and precious glimpse into a pivotal moment in music history. This book presents a unique collection of images, taken...

Access to History: the American Revolution and the Birth of the USA 1740-1801This textbook provides in-depth analysis of the American Revolution and its impact on the formation of the United States...

David Foster Wallace's tennis essays are a masterclass in sportswriting. Gathered for the first time in this deluxe collector's edition, five tour-de-force pieces showcase Wallace's competitor's...

Ship of Fools: A Blistering Critique of America's Ruling Class Tucker Carlson offers a provocative commentary on how America's elite has failed everyday Americans. In this witty and insightful book,...

A New York Times Notable Book Best Books of 2021: TIME, Smithsonian New York Times Book Review * Editors' Choice. The United States experienced domestic violence on a scale not seen since the Civil...

The US Seventh Fleet, Vietnam 1964-75: A Comprehensive History of America's Naval Power in Southeast Asia. This book provides a detailed examination of the role of the US Navy's Seventh Fleet during...

American cuisine is a story of mash-ups, where cultures collide and exciting new dishes and flavors are born. In this book, chef and writer Edward Lee takes you on a journey to uncover the...

The untold story of how FDR saved the American economy from default. In 1933, President Franklin D. Roosevelt made a bold decision to abandon the gold standard, a move that would have far-reaching...

Down by the Feed Mill: A Visual Record of America's Feed Mills and Grain Elevators This book presents a unique visual record of feed mills and grain elevators in America, showcasing over 300...

White Fear: How the Browning of America Is Making White Folks Lose Their Minds The deep-seated fear that has driven American politics and culture for centuries is intensifying, with far-reaching...

Dark Continents: Psychoanalysis and Colonialism by Ranjana Khanna explores the intersection of psychoanalysis and colonialism, revealing how the former can be a powerful tool for understanding the...

The American West has long been a subject of national pride, but what of the indigenous peoples who called it home? Dee Alexander Brown's meticulously documented account sheds light on the systematic...

After 20 years away, Bill Bryson returns to the United States with his English wife and four children. He finds a country that has changed in unexpected ways, with new customs and technologies that...

The Eagles' story is a tale of both heavenly highs and hellish lows. Their music embodied the American dream, but behind the scenes, the band's personal relationships were marked by bloodletting...

The eighth edition of the Adventure Motorcycling Handbook is a comprehensive guide for two-wheeled adventurers planning to explore Africa, Asia and Latin America. With 448 pages of expert advice and...

The Doomsday Mother: A Twisted Tale of Love, Faith, and Murder Lori Vallow's life was marked by devotion to her family and her Mormon faith. But when she met Chad Daybell, a charismatic doomsday...

Red Dead's History: A Video Game, an Obsession, and America's Violent Past Tore C. Olsson's book offers a fresh perspective on the Red Dead Redemption series, exploring its connection to American...

The Devil's Chessboard: Allen Dulles, the CIA, and the Rise of America's Secret Government A shocking exposé of the CIA's rise to power and the dark forces that drove its growth. David Talbot reveals...

The Slip: The New York City Street that Changed American Art Forever In the 1950s and 1960s, a small street in Lower Manhattan became the epicenter of the art world. Coenties Slip, a dead-end street...

The Rockford Files: A Revolutionary Television Series The 1970s television landscape was marked by clear genre boundaries, but The Rockford Files (NBC, 1974-1980) shattered these conventions, leaving...

American Indian Stories and Old Indian Legends by Zitkala-Sa This collection brings together two significant works by a prominent Native American author. American Indian Stories features short...

Zodiac Unmasked: The Identity of America's Most Elusive Serial Killer Revealed The Zodiac case remains one of the most infamous unsolved serial killer mysteries in American history. Between December...

The Dying Citizen: A Crisis of American Identity Victor Davis Hanson warns that the concept of the "citizen" is historically rare and has been a valued ideal in America for over two centuries...

The Devil's Chessboard: Allen Dulles, the CIA, and the Rise of America's Secret Government A gripping and disturbing expose of American power, The Devil's Chessboard reveals the dark underbelly of...

New York Block by Block: An Illustrated Guide to the Iconic American City Discover the best of New York, from hidden gems to world-class attractions, in this vibrant guide. Artist Cierra Block takes...

You Know Something Is Wrong When... An American Affidavit of Probable Cause This book presents a unique perspective on the American government, exploring the idea that something is amiss. Anna Maria...

Elena Armas's latest romance novel is a playful and engaging tale of love and inspiration. Rosie Graham, a romance writer, finds herself in a predicament when her New York apartment's ceiling...

A nostalgic celebration of America's golden age of car culture, from the 1950s to the 1970s, is presented in this book. The photographs of John G. Zimmerman capture the optimism and utopianism of a...

The US Navy Pacific Fleet 1941: America's Mighty Last Battleship Fleet In October 1941, the US Pacific Fleet was the most powerful force in the US Navy, with a formidable battleship-led doctrine...

A Long Way South is a memoir of Sara Stewart's travels in Latin America during a tumultuous period in the 1970s. The book recounts her experiences, from crossing the Atlantic to exploring the...

The Kennedy Curse: A Revealing Account of America's Most Famous Family The Kennedys have long been synonymous with American royalty, their name evoking a sense of charisma and public service...

The Football Game That Changed America: How the NFL Created a National HolidayDennis Deninger reveals the fascinating story of how the Super Bowl evolved from a struggling event to a beloved American...

Nathaniel Fox's life was turned upside down when his uncle's rage forced him to flee home. He found himself in New York City, caught up in the midst of the American Revolution. With no experience and...

The Final Act: The Helsinki Accords and the Transformation of the Cold War The Helsinki Final Act was a pivotal moment in the Cold War, marking a shift towards cooperation and peace between European...

Trans* is a thought-provoking exploration of the recent shifts in our understanding of gendered embodiment. In the last decade, public discussions of transgender issues have increased exponentially,...

Radicals in Robes by Cass R. Sunstein is a rigorous analysis of the judiciary's role during a period of significant change. The author examines the implications of conservative ideology on the US...

Empires of Ideas: Creating the Modern University from Germany to America to ChinaThis comprehensive history explores how leading universities rose to prominence over the past two centuries, examining...

Bellevue Three Centuries of Medicine and Mayhem at America's Most Storied Hospital by David Oshinsky explores the turbulent rise of American medicine through the lens of New York City's iconic public...

American Midnight: A Violent Peace and Democracy's Forgotten Crisis by Adam Hochschild In the aftermath of World War I, America teetered on the brink of chaos. Mobs burned churches to the ground,...

The Woks of Life: Recipes to Know and Love from a Chinese American Family This cookbook is a heartwarming story of food and family, shared by the Leung family, behind the popular blog The Woks of...

When a powerful criminal demands a favour, Mitch Rapp is left with no choice but to honour his agreement. His mission takes him to Syria, where a new designer drug is spreading into the criminal's...

Sub Rosa America: A Deep State History is a 4-book series that explores the aftermath of two historical occult rites performed at the 33o parallel in White Sands, New Mexico and Dallas, Texas. The...

Indigenous resistance is a radical rejection of contemporary colonialism, focused on the refusal of the dispossession of both Indigenous bodies and land. Leanne Betasamosake Simpson argues that this...

The Care and Keeping of You 2 is a comprehensive guide for girls aged 10 and up, covering the physical and emotional changes they're going through as they grow. With new illustrations and updated...

A behind-the-scenes look at one of Hollywood's most iconic films. Tony Curtis shares his memories of working on Some Like It Hot, a beloved comedy that has become an integral part of American cinema...

The Girls is a dark and atmospheric novel that explores the lives of a group of young women in 1960s America. At its centre is Suzanne, a beautiful and enigmatic figure who becomes the focal point of...

Giving Thanks: A Native American Good Morning Message is a celebration of the beauty and spirit of Mother Earth. This traditional Haudenosaunee good morning message has been passed down for...

Sam Millar's remarkable story is one of crime, conviction, and redemption. In 1993, he was part of the gang that carried out the largest robbery in US history, stealing $7.4 million from the Brink's...

Sam Neill's memoir is a charming and entertaining account of his life, filled with stories of family, friends, and film. With a good-humoured appreciation for the absurd, he invites readers into his...

Alice and Julie are determined to relive their carefree summer in Cornwall. Ten years after leaving the small town, they return to the same flat and seasonal jobs at the Sail Loft Hotel, hoping to...

Little World: in the Forest A Push-And-pull Adventure is an interactive board book from Ladybird's Little World series. Designed for curious toddlers, this book invites children to explore the...

This guide is for anyone who wants to live their authentic life as an autistic trans teen. Yenn Purkis and Sam Rose offer helpful explanations, tips and activities to help you navigate the world with...

In 1776, England was gripped by 'Canal Mania', a phenomenon that would transform trade and commerce over the next fifty years. Against this backdrop, two young people's lives became intertwined in a...

The Veggie Christmas Cookbook 60 Vegan and Vegetarian Festive Recipes by Heather Thomas is a collection of special festive recipes to help you celebrate in style. Whether you're hosting veggie...

A Libertarian Walks Into a Bear: The Utopian Plot to Liberate an American Town (and Some Bears) In 2004, a group of libertarians set out to create a self-sufficient community in Grafton, New...

The Fists of Fury: How Kung Fu Movies Swept America and Changed the World In 1973, a Hollywood studio released Five Fingers of Death, which sparked a craze that would change the face of American...

Charlie Chaplin, the silent screen's "Little Tramp," was a beloved figure until he starred in a series of high-profile federal courtroom dramas. In 1944, he was on trial, described by a New York...

Travel along America's most iconic route, Route 66, with this comprehensive guide. From its humble beginnings as a vital piece of American history to its current status as a popular tourist...

Inside Siglo XXI, a notorious migrant detention center in Mexico, journalist Belén Fernández offers a unique and unflinching account of life inside the facility. Detained herself after faulty...

Unit 3 - History The American Century C.1890-1990 by Haydn Davey This study guide is designed to support students in building and reinforcing their historical knowledge and exam skills for the WJEC...

The History of the Civil Rights Movement: A Story of Freedom and Equality This book takes you on a journey through the defining moments of America's Civil Rights Movement, from the 1950s to the 1960s...

Vaudeville Melodies: Popular Musicians and Mass Entertainment in American Culture, 1870-1929 by Nicholas Gebhardt explores how vaudeville transformed relationships among performers, managers, and...

The Moscow Rules: CIA Tactics That Helped America Win the Cold War In the late 1970s, the Cold War was at its most perilous, with the Soviet Union's all-pervasive surveillance making intelligence...