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Sam Shepard's Motel Chronicles and Hawk Moon is a deeply personal account of his life, from birth in Illinois to growing up in America. This new edition features a foreword by Wim Wenders, adding...

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,...

David Ogilvy's groundbreaking work on advertising has stood the test of time. Written by Miles Young, CEO and successor to the legendary adman, this updated edition explores the significant changes...

Hope in a Ballet Shoe tells the story of Michaela DePrince's remarkable journey from war-torn Sierra Leone to becoming an international ballet star.Michaela's life was marked by tragedy and hardship,...

Daisy Dalrymple investigates a mysterious death at the prestigious Henley Regatta in 1923. When Basil DeLancy, a member of the Oxford rowing team, dies under suspicious circumstances during a race,...

Richard Nixon: A Complex Life This comprehensive biography offers a radical and unique portrait of America's 37th president, Richard Nixon. Evan Thomas presents a nuanced exploration of a...

Sherlock Holmes and Dr Watson's first case sets the stage for a gripping tale that would become a cultural phenomenon. In 1881, an American visitor is found dead in an empty house off Brixton Road,...

Steven Millhauser's We Others: A Collection of Stories This magnificent collection showcases the indomitable imagination of Pulitzer Prize-winning author Steven Millhauser. Spanning three decades, it...

A captivating debut novel follows Mei, a young woman who embarks on a life-changing cross-country road trip. After dropping out of college, Mei takes a job driving a limo to make ends meet, but her...

The Founding Fathers are often misunderstood as a group of one-dimensional figures. In reality, they were complex individuals with deep faith and commitment to the cause of independence. This book...

Start your day with authentic home-cooking breakfast dishes from around the world. This comprehensive cookbook celebrates morning meals as they're prepared in kitchens across the globe, featuring...

Liverpool 1863. The American Civil War comes to the British Empire's second city and the world's richest port. Confederate Commander Banastre X. Dunwoody has a plan to turn the conflict by securing...

The 1897 Sears, Roebuck & Co. Catalogue is a fascinating glimpse into the retail landscape of late 19th-century America. This comprehensive catalogue, featuring over 700 pages of product listings,...

The Fabulous Sylvester: The Legend, the Music, the Seventies in San Francisco In the 1970s, a young singer with a powerful voice and a flair for the dramatic emerged as a symbol of liberation and...

A murder in the English countryside seems straightforward, but a tarot card clue at the scene suggests otherwise. Dr. Gideon Fell's investigation is complicated by a series of puzzling events,...

Richard MacPhail's memoir, My Book of Genesis, offers an intimate look at the early years of the iconic band Genesis. As the group's tour manager, road crew, and singer in a precursor band, MacPhail...

Dr. Cyril Wecht and journalist Charles Bosworth examine the public evidence available in the unsolved murder of a six-year-old girl, found dead in her home on Christmas Day 1996. Forensic pathologist...

Deep beneath the icy North Atlantic, a legendary ship holds the key to global security. The Americans and Russians are both after it, and the stakes are higher than ever. Dirk Pitt, a seasoned...

The Lost Beatles Photographs: The Bob Bonis Archive, 1964-1966 by Larry Marion A treasure trove of previously unseen photographs, The Lost Beatles Photographs offers a unique glimpse into the lives...

Charles Carneglia: A Life of Madness and Murder Charles Carneglia was a man who embodied the darker side of the New York mafia. His life was marked by a trail of violence and depravity, as he rose to...

The story of the academics who became spies is one of unexpected bravery and ingenuity. At the start of World War II, the US needed an intelligence agency, and it turned to academia to fill its ranks...

Ulster Sails West: The Story of the Great Emigration from Ulster to North America in the 18th Century, Together with an Outline of the Part Played by Ulstermen in Building the United StatesThis book...

Discover the life and legacy of E.A.R.L. DMX, the American rapper, songwriter, and actor who left an indelible mark on the music industry.Born Earl Simmons on December 18, 1970, in Mount Vernon, New...

Joseph P. Farrell's in-depth analysis of the Kennedy assassination reveals a complex web of interests that ultimately led to the event. Farrell posits that a convergence of motives in the military...

The Jacksonian is a gripping play by Beth Henley, set in a seedy motel in Mississippi in 1964. The story revolves around a troubled teenager, her dentist father, and the motel's bartender and...

A comprehensive history of the Hamer Guitar Company is presented in this lavishly illustrated book, tracing the company's development from its humble beginnings to its acquisition by Fender Musical...

Reclaim Your Desire and Reignite Your Relationship For millions of American women, exhaustion can be a major obstacle to intimacy. Dr. Laurie B. Mintz, a psychologist and sex expert, understands this...

Herman Melville's masterpiece of obsession and the untamed sea is a work of imagination that has stood the test of time. This edition features the Northwestern-Newberry edition of Melville's text,...

Copperhead is the second book in Bernard Cornwell's series on the American Civil War. Set against the backdrop of the conflict, the story follows a northerner who has defected to the rebel South...

When dating an American princess comes with a heavy price, Jane Cobalt's baggage is a surprise even to her. Her five famous brothers are notoriously hard to please, but Jane is willing to carry their...

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...

This Could Be Everything is a heartwarming and uplifting novel about finding hope and healing in the darkest of times. Set in 1990s London, the story follows a young woman as she navigates family...

As Napoleon's forces prepare to invade Britain, Commander Thomas Kydd finds himself at the forefront of the fleet defending the English coast. His ship, Teazer, is a mighty ship-of-the-line, and Kydd...

While Mortals Sleep is a thought-provoking collection of stories from a master of American fiction. Written in the early years of his career, these tightly plotted tales are infused with Vonnegut's...

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 Big Rock Candy Mountain is a poignant and affecting narrative that follows the lives of the Mason family as they struggle to survive during the lean years of the early twentieth century. Drifting...

Edith Wharton's satirical novel explores the complexities of American society in the early twentieth century. Published in 1913, it introduced Undine Spragg, a young woman from the Midwest determined...

The surprise attack on Pearl Harbor by Craig Nelson is a gripping and detailed account of one of the most pivotal moments in American history. On 7 December 1941, an armada of Japanese warplanes...

The Candidate in the Rye A Parody of The Catcher in the Rye Starring Donald J. Trump by John Marquane. In this humorous parody, the author reimagines J.D. Salinger's classic novel as if it were...

Raf Duxford: A History in Photographs from 1917 to the Present DayFrom its establishment as a Royal Flying Corps training base during World War I, to its role as an American airbase during World War...

For over two decades, homebrewers have relied on Brew Your Own magazine for expert guidance on crafting exceptional beer at home. Now, 300 of BYO's most popular clone recipes are gathered in one...

Hip-hop culture has become an all-encompassing lifestyle with its own sports, art style, dialect and even cosmetics lines. But where did it begin? Jeff Chang's comprehensive history of hip-hop...

Dennis Kimbro's insightful guide to achieving financial success is based on a seven-year study of 1,000 of the wealthiest African Americans. Through in-depth interviews with successful individuals...

Gorgeous George and the Unidentified Unsinkable Underpants Part 2 is a humorous chapter book that follows the adventures of its main characters. In this second part of the series, Gorgeous George,...

Romantics, Rebels and Reactionaries: English Literature and its Background 1760-1830 (OPUS) by Marilyn Butler This study explores the richly varied writers of the Romantic era, placing them within...

A humorous collection of taxidermy mishaps showcases the founder of crappytaxidermy.com's unique perspective on the art of taxidermy gone wrong. The book features a range of bizarre and imaginative...

Dark Harvest is a powerful and unsettling novel that explores the darker side of human nature. In this small Midwestern town, a legendary figure emerges every Halloween, sparking a ritual of life and...

The Duke: A Harrowing Tragedy of Boxing Proportions Carlos Acevedo's biography of Tommy Morrison is a gripping read that delves into the tumultuous life of a boxer who rose to fame in the 1990s...

Blowback: A Warning to Save Democracy from the Next Trump As the US presidential election approaches, a former high-ranking official warns of the dangers of a Trump-like presidency returning to power...

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,...

Albert Lee: A Life in Music Albert Lee is a name synonymous with exceptional guitar playing, and this comprehensive biography tells the story of his remarkable career and personal experiences. Born...

The Beatles Rubber Soul to Revolver is the latest installment in Bruce Spizer's Beatles Album Series, exploring two pivotal albums in the band's evolution: Rubber Soul and Revolver, as well as...

Giles Tremlett's España is a concise and engaging history of Spain, spanning from prehistoric times to the present day. The country's unique position on Europe's south-western corner has exposed it...

Dr Jonathan Shay's latest work explores the challenges faced by combat veterans returning to civilian life, using the ancient Greek epic poem, the Odyssey, as a framework for understanding the...

The Autobiography of Malcolm X is a searing and powerful account of the life of Malcolm X, a Muslim leader and firebrand. Originally published in 1964, this book offers a fascinating perspective on...

Unscripted: The Great Rat-Race Escape From Wage Slavery to WealthDiscover how one family breaks free from the cycle of debt and despair to build a life of financial freedom and purpose. After years...

Set against the backdrop of the American Civil War, this novel tells the story of a love triangle that spans centuries. Stefan and Damon Salvatore, two brothers, find themselves entangled in a...

William S. Burroughs' Queer is a novel that defies easy categorisation, blending elements of autobiography and politics with dark humour and fantasy. Written in 1952, but not published until 1985,...

Zabiba and the King is an allegorical love story set in 7th-century Iraq, exploring the complexities of power, identity, and the human condition. The tale revolves around a young king and his...

Agatha Christie's Murder on the Orient Express is a gripping murder mystery set on a luxurious train. The Orient Express is halted by a snowdrift just after midnight, and by morning, one passenger is...

Counternarratives by John Keene is a unique collection of short stories that challenge traditional perspectives on history and identity. Drawing on a range of sources, including memoirs, newspaper...

The Imp of the Mind: Exploring the Silent Epidemic of Obsessive Bad Thoughts Millions of Americans struggle with obsessive bad thoughts, a widespread syndrome that can cause extreme fear, guilt, and...

Simone Biles is a gymnast who has consistently wowed her audience with her incredible skills. With more medals than any other American gymnast, Simone has won every competition imaginable. This book...

James A. Michener's Caribbean is a sweeping epic that brings to life the tumultuous history of the Caribbean islands. Spanning seven hundred years, the novel takes readers on a journey from the 1310...

Garrett M. Graff's definitive narrative history of Watergate explores the full scope of the scandal through the politicians, investigators, journalists, and informants who made it the most...

For managers and executives looking to take control of their company's future, this book provides the tools and strategies needed to lead a successful buyout. By exploring the entire buyout process,...

A cache of arms hidden in the Malayan jungle sets off a chain of events that draws in a diverse group of individuals. Girija Krishnan, an Indian clerk, sees an opportunity to achieve his dream of...

Dirt: The Erosion of Civilizations explores the relationship between humans and the natural world, revealing how our actions have shaped the soil that supports us. From ancient civilizations to...

Cormac McCarthy's writing life from 1959 to 1974 is revealed in this study by Dianne C. Luce. Through extensive archival research, Luce examines the first fifteen years of McCarthy's career and his...

A remarkable memoir from one of our greatest living writers, Alan Garner, takes readers back to a forgotten England. In 'Where Shall We Run To?', Garner recounts his early childhood in Cheshire,...

A passionate account of how France's metropolitan elites and working classes are tearing the country apart. Christophe Guilluy argues that France has become an "American society" - increasingly...

Practical English Usage provides answers to common questions about the English language for teachers, trainee teachers, and advanced-level students.The book is divided into two parts: grammar and...

Discover the incredible buildings that shape our world. This unique atlas takes you on a journey to explore over 50 remarkable structures from around the globe, showcasing architecture that's often...

The Rabbit Hutch by Tess Gunty is a searingly relevant and darkly hilarious portrayal of 21st-century America. Set in a low-cost housing complex, this novel explores the lives of its disenfranchised...

Eric Van Lustbader's gripping novel follows an honor-bound Ninja as he embarks on a perilous mission deep in the Vietnamese jungle. At the heart of this deadly empire is Rock, a ruthless American...

Aim Low Boys! Regimental Wargame Scenarios in the Shenandoah Valley: 1862-1864 by Brad Butkovich is a collection of miniature wargame scenarios set during the American Civil War. This book provides...

Learn and use 300 of the most common English idioms with this comprehensive workbook. Collins Work on your Idioms introduces you to the frequently used expressions that will help you communicate more...

Jack Signs! is a heartwarming true story about a little boy who finds his voice through sign language. With two hearing aids and a strong will, Jack navigates everyday challenges with the help of his...

Part of the Penguin Orange Collection, a limited-run series of twelve influential American classics, this edition celebrates the heritage of Penguin's iconic book design. First published in 1957,...

Tokyo Jazz Joints is a visual chronicle of Japan's unique jazz listening spaces, capturing the transient beauty of these insular worlds. Established in 2015, the project documents the rapidly...

The Revolt of the Cockroach People by Oscar Zeta Acosta In this exhilarating sequel to The Autobiography of a Brown Buffalo, Oscar Zeta Acosta takes us behind the front lines of the militant Chicano...

The Blood Telegram: Nixon, Kissinger, and a Forgotten Genocide A shocking and authoritative account of a pivotal chapter in American foreign policy, The Blood Telegram reveals the secret support of...

Elon Musk: A Biography of the Billionaire Entrepreneur This book tells the story of Elon Musk, a self-made billionaire with a vision for a better future. Born in South Africa, Musk's journey to...

The era of autonomous weapons has arrived, with at least thirty nations now possessing systems that can search for and destroy enemy targets independently. Paul Scharre, a leading expert in...

The Folly and the Glory: America, Russia, and Political Warfare 1945-2020 by Tim Weiner A gripping account of the 75-year battle between the US and Russia, tracing the roots of political warfare from...

The Great Gatsby (Royal Collector's Edition) (Case Laminate Hardcover with Jacket) Set against the vibrant backdrop of 1920s New York, F Scott Fitzgerald's The Great Gatsby is a story of love, greed,...

Cormac McCarthy's No Country for Old Men is a powerful and haunting tale of violence and morality in the American West. A Vietnam veteran, Llewelyn Moss, stumbles upon a tragic scene while hunting...

Michelle McNamara's masterful true crime account of the Golden State Killer, a serial rapist turned murderer who terrorized California for over a decade. For more than ten years, a mysterious and...

Sundown is a compelling autobiographical novel that explores the life of a mixed-blood protagonist born at the beginning of the twentieth century in northeast Oklahoma Territory. Born to fulfill a...

This revised edition of Othello features a new introduction by leading American scholar Ayanna Thompson, offering a fresh perspective on the play's complex themes and historical context. Thompson's...

Hitler's War (The War That Came Early, Book One) by Harry Turtledove In 1938, a single stroke of the pen changed the course of history. The Munich Accord, signed by British prime minister Neville...

President Bill Clinton's candid portrait of a global leader offers a striking insight into the life of an American who dedicated his intellectual and political gifts to serving the public. From his...

Hidden Valley Road is a groundbreaking and deeply moving account of a mid-century American family with twelve children, six of whom were diagnosed with schizophrenia. The story is one of...

The Ragged Irregulars: The Eighth Air Force Series, Volume 2 by Cheryl PulaThis fast-paced and suspenseful novel tells the story of B-17 bomber crews in action over Europe during World War II. With...

The Power of the Dog by Thomas Savage In this dark and poetic tale, two brothers, Phil and George, navigate the complexities of their lives in a small Montana valley. Their ranch, a symbol of their...

Harold Bloom's personal odyssey is a four-part spiritual autobiography, presented as brief, luminous readings of poetry, drama, and prose. This book offers a unique glimpse into the life of a...

Paradise by Toni Morrison is a powerful exploration of the complex relationships between individuals and society in 1970s America. The novel delves into the lives of four young women whose fates are...

A gripping historical mystery set against the backdrop of war-torn Europe and the American continent. In 1939, Dublin and Manhattan are cities of hope and opportunity, but also of dark secrets and...

Deena Kastor's remarkable story is one of transformation and triumph. From a promising youth runner to an elite athlete, she overcame burnout and self-doubt with the help of her coach Joe Vigil.In...

I Capture the Castle by Dodie Smith is a wonderfully quirky coming-of-age story that affectionately draws a portrait of one of literature's funniest families. This beautifully bound edition, part of...