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The Doctrine of the Lesser Magistrates: A Proper Resistance to Tyranny and a Repudiation of Unlimited Obedience to Civil Government In times of turmoil, it is essential to understand the principles...

The Song of Drums and Tomahawks Fast Play Skirmish Rules for the French and Indian War and More provides a comprehensive guide to recreating the brutal and dynamic warfare of the Eastern Woodlands of...

The Cannon Film Guide Volume II (1985-1987) is a comprehensive reference book that delves into the output of the legendary 1980s B-movie studio, Cannon Films, during its peak production years...

The Path to Power: The Years of Lyndon Johnson, Book One is a comprehensive and deeply researched biography of one of America's most influential leaders. This first installment of Robert A. Caro's...

Sidney Gottlieb, the CIA's "poisoner in chief", was a master of secret science and covert action. His work on mind control experiments, known as MK-ULTRA, was shrouded in secrecy for decades. This...

Joni Mitchell's story is one of an artist who defied expectations. A self-taught musician and brilliant bandleader, Mitchell's music captivated audiences with its perceptive language and naked...

The Able Archers: A Cold War Spy Thriller In 1983, the world teetered on the brink of nuclear annihilation, and only a few individuals were aware of the danger. This gripping story follows the lives...

Seth, a New York-based writer, arrives in Los Angeles in mid-August 1994 to observe the marathon parricide trial of the Martinez brothers, broadcast live on Court TV. Still reeling from a recent...

Benjamin West was a young artist with a remarkable gift - the ability to create paintings so lifelike they took one's breath away. However, his family, part of a deeply religious Quaker community,...

A Higher Call: An Incredible True Story of Combat and Chivalry in the War-Torn Skies of World War II In December 1943, a badly damaged American bomber struggled to fly over wartime Germany, its crew...

A sweeping family saga that spans generations, exploring the complexities of Black womanhood and the stories that shape us. Ailey Pearl Garfield's journey takes her through the struggles and triumphs...

Lyndon Johnson's life is a complex tapestry of ambition, strategy, and myth. In "Means of Ascent", the second volume of his biography, Robert A. Caro delves into the wilderness years of the future...

General Chuck Yeager's autobiography is a thrilling account of his incredible life story, from his early days as a test pilot to his record-breaking flight at Mach 1. With his signature "wide-open,...

New Right Vs. Old Right by Greg Johnson This collection of essays explores the principles of White Nationalist "metapolitics" and distinguishes them from other ideologies. Dr. Greg Johnson argues...

Pan Am: A History of the Airline That Defined an Age Pan American World Airways was a name that captured the imagination of travelers for much of the twentieth century. It symbolised adventure,...

The Ku Klux Klan: America's First Terrorists Exposed The Ku Klux Klan's rise to prominence in the early 20th century was a remarkable phenomenon, driven by a potent combination of public relations...

The Hero Two Doors Down is a heartwarming novel based on the true story of an unlikely friendship between a boy and a baseball legend. In 1948, a young boy named Stephen Satlow lives in a Brooklyn...

The Secret History of CIA Paramilitary Armies, Operators, and Assassins by Annie Jacobsen This book is a behind-the-scenes look at the most shadowy corners of the American intelligence community,...

The Bluest Eye by Toni Morrison In this powerful and poignant novel, Toni Morrison explores the tragic lives of a poor black family in post-Depression America. The story is told through the eyes of a...

Reversing Prediabetes with a Proven Plan Prediabetes affects 96 million Americans, a condition where blood sugar levels are elevated but not yet high enough to be labeled diabetes. Fortunately,...

Decision Points is a candid and introspective memoir that offers a unique insight into the defining decisions of America's 43rd president. The book takes readers on a journey through pivotal moments...

Hardly anyone attends St Martin's Church, Kengrave Square, in West London, but when news of its closure and possible sale spreads, interest takes off. The site is worth millions, attracting both Aziz...

Herman Melville's masterpiece of obsession and the untamed sea is a work of imagination that has stood the test of time. This deluxe edition features a Foreword by Nathaniel Philbrick and cover art...

The Godfather by Jon Lewis This study of Francis Ford Coppola's iconic film delves into its audacious visual style and explores the movie's principal themes, including the struggle to balance...

Amy Roa's Radioactive Wolves inhabits a world where the boundaries between reality and fantasy blur. A blazing meteor hurtles towards a planet, and with it, a menagerie of extraordinary creatures...

Toksvig's Almanac 2021 is a fascinating and eclectic journey through the calendar, uncovering the stories of remarkable women from around the world who were often overlooked by history. From...

The Global Merchants: The Enterprise and Extravagance of the Sassoon Dynasty The story of the Sassoons, one of the nineteenth century's preeminent commercial families, is a fascinating tale of...

Charles W. Chesnutt's Conjure Tales and Stories of the Color Line is a powerful collection of short stories that probe the psychological depths of black people in the American South. Written in the...

The conclusion to the extraordinary tale of the Harte clan is at hand. Love, passion, duty and honour collide as the members of this powerful dynasty try to protect their family name at all costs...

Notes of a Native Son is a profound and deeply personal collection of essays that explore the complexities of being black in America. In this rich and thought-provoking work, James Baldwin shares his...

Spider-Man 2099: Exodus After a tumultuous journey across the timestream, Miguel O'Hara, the Spider-Man of 2099, returns home to defend his present and the future. However, the constant flux of life...

The Portrait of a Lady by Henry James In this poignant and thought-provoking novel, Henry James explores the complex relationship between money and happiness through the story of Isabel Archer, a...

The Secret Lives of Numbers: A Hidden History of Math's Unsung Trailblazers Discover the fascinating stories of mathematicians who have been erased from history. Historian Kate Kitagawa and...

That's Not Funny: How the Right Makes Comedy Work for Them A 2022 Best Comedy Book The notion that comedy is inherently liberal has become a widely-held assumption. However, this perspective...

Grenade by Alan Gratz is a heart-pounding story of war and survival. In 1945, Hideki lives with his family on Okinawa, near Japan, but when the Second World War reaches his shores, he's drafted to...

The Invention of Wings by Sue Monk Kidd is a powerful and moving novel about the unlikely friendship between two exceptional women during the last years of slavery in the US. Set against the backdrop...

The Art of Feminism: Images that Shaped the Fight for Equality, 1857-2022 This updated and expanded edition charts the development of feminist art over two centuries, from its origins in the...

The Ultimate Muffin Book offers more than 600 recipes for sweet and savory muffins. From classic Berry and Corn Muffins to new favorites like Margarita and Quiche Lorraine, Bruce Weinstein and Mark...

Doris Kearns Goodwin's latest book is a deeply personal and insightful exploration of the 1960s. Drawing on her own life experiences as well as historical records, she weaves together biography,...

The Donnie Darko Book: A Companion to the Cult Classic Film. This companion volume to the surprise hit film of 2001 offers an in-depth look at the making of Donnie Darko. The screenplay, along with...

The Populist Delusion by Neema Parvini The 2016 US presidential campaign of Donald Trump marked a significant shift in American politics, sparking a wave of populism not seen since the Nixon era...

First published in 1968, Joan Didion's Slouching Towards Bethlehem is a seminal work of nonfiction that captures the essence of a pivotal moment in American history. This collection of essays...

For millions of Americans, chronic pain is a persistent and debilitating condition. Research has shown that a gluten-heavy diet can exacerbate this issue, leading to tissue inflammation, vitamin and...

A gripping and explosive account of the Epstein case, Perversion of Justice by Julie K. Brown is a compelling window into her own experiences as a dogged reporter at a regional newspaper, facing off...

Carl Mørck, a former homicide detective, has been given a new role: to handle Copenhagen's most difficult and cold cases. His colleagues may see him as a liability, but Carl is determined to prove...

The Man Who Caught the Storm: The Life of Legendary Tornado Chaser Tim Samaras In the early 2000s, the tornado remained one of the world's greatest mysteries, a monster that ravaged the American...

Rubin "Hurricane" Carter's life was a testament to the power of resilience and determination. From the highs of a promising boxing career to the lows of a wrongful conviction, his story is one of...

The Colorado Bulldozer Rampage: A True Story of Revenge and Destruction On June 4, 2004, a bizarre and devastating incident unfolded in the small town of Granby, Colorado. Marvin Heemeyer, a local...

The Fabulous Furry Freak Brothers Grass Roots and Other Follies is a collection of epic comic adventures by Gilbert Shelton, Dave Sheridan, and Paul Mavrides. The story follows the misadventures of...

In the aftermath of a zombie virus outbreak, China is ravaged by an estimated one billion undead, forcing survivors to seek refuge in vertically built villages and towns. Against this backdrop, three...

The Serpent and the Rainbow In 1982, Wade Davis embarked on a journey to understand a mysterious phenomenon in Haiti - the re-emergence of people believed to be dead. His investigation led him into...

In the remote countryside of Ruritania, a mysterious and terrifying presence awaits. What Moves the Dead is a gripping horror novella by T. Kingfisher, a masterful retelling of Edgar Allan Poe's...

Deborah Harkness's Time's Convert is the fourth novel in the All Souls series, a story about what it takes to become a vampire. In the midst of the American Revolution, a young surgeon from...

Charles Bronson: A Life of Contrasts Charles Bronson was a Hollywood legend whose on-screen persona as a tough, rugged individualist captivated audiences worldwide. Yet, few knew the truth about the...

The Long Way Home: A Journey Into History with Captain Robert Ford In December 1941, a Pan American Airways B-314 flying boat was caught in the South Pacific, forced to make an unplanned flight...

A story about the beauty of French land and the joy of working with it. Richard Goodman's memoir begins with an ad for a stone house in the south of France, which he and his girlfriend leave behind...

Steely Dan: A Creative Marriage Steely Dan are one of the defining American rock acts of the last half-century, known for their cleverly crafted albums and sleek production. From the catchy Can't Buy...

The Old Man and the Sea, Ernest Hemingway's most beloved and popular novel, is now available in the Hemingway Library Edition. This special edition features early drafts and supplementary material,...

The Slaves of Solitude by Patrick Hamilton In a small boarding house on the Thames, life is marked by loneliness and routine. Miss Roach, a woman in her later years, finds solace in her solitary...

Wayward Lives, Beautiful Experiments In this groundbreaking book, Saidiya Hartman explores the lives of young black women in the early twentieth century, revealing a revolution in black intimate life...

On September 6th, 1949, a shocking mass shooting took place in East Camden, New Jersey, leaving thirteen people dead in less than twelve minutes. This is the true story of the first recorded mass...

The Rise and Fall of a Boxing Legend Alexis Argüello, the mayor of Managua, Nicaragua, was a true warrior and a shining light in the boxing world. His extraordinary career, which spanned over 27...

The Power Worshippers Inside the Dangerous Rise of Religious Nationalism by Katherine Stewart A deeply reported investigation into the Religious Right's rise to political power, revealing a...

Rebels and Patriots Wargaming Rules for North America: Colonies to Civil War Experience the pivotal conflicts that shaped a nation with this comprehensive wargaming ruleset. From the early skirmishes...

Justin J. Lehmiller's groundbreaking study of American sexual fantasies offers a unique insight into the diversity of human desire. Based on a comprehensive survey of over 4,000 participants, this...

The Complete Short Stories of Thomas Wolfe is a comprehensive collection of the author's fiction, showcasing his remarkable talent for character, scene, and social context. Spanning his career, these...

Obitchuary: The Big Hot Book of Death is a darkly funny and deeply poignant exploration of the American culture of death and how we're remembered. The book delves into the physical aspects of death,...

The Tunnels of Cu Chi: A Remarkable Story of War in Vietnam The 200-mile labyrinth of underground tunnels and secret chambers around Saigon became the battleground, barracks, arms factories, and...

The Story of Northern Soul: A Definitive History of a Dance Phenomenon The Northern Soul scene has defied expectations, evolving from an underground 1960s Mod movement in unlicensed clubs in the...

American writer Saul Bellow's masterpiece, "The Adventures of Augie March", is a richly observed human variety show. Augie March, a penniless and parentless Chicago boy growing up in the Great...

In the summer of 1921, a once-grand Moscow mansion falls into disrepair, its grandeur a distant memory. For two sisters, Irina and Lili Goliteva, the house is a place of painful memories and secrets...

The Whitewashing of Christianity: A Hidden Past, a Hurtful Present, and a Hopeful Future Jerome Gay's thought-provoking book explores how the Christian faith has been presented in a culturally...

Kalaya's Southern Thai Kitchen: A Cookbook by Nok Suntaranon and Natalie Jesionka is a vibrant and personal collection of recipes that showcase the bold and spicy flavors of Southern Thai cuisine...

Learning to Eat Soup with a Knife is a thought-provoking examination of the challenges of adapting to changing circumstances during conflicts. Lieutenant Colonel John A. Nagl, a veteran of both...

Dennis Cooper's poetry collection, The Dream Police, is a vital addition to his riveting vision of life, love, obsession, and human need. This selection of poems, spanning five previous books and...

Katerina Makris is back in Portland, determined to untangle some of her father's secrets. However, her investigation is complicated by a pair of American cops asking questions about her missing...

Joan Didion's memoir, Where I Was From, is a moving exploration of her own confusions about the place and the way she grew up, and the culture that shaped her life. The book follows her family's...

Dr Annick Swenson's groundbreaking research holds the potential to change the lives of women forever. But her work is shrouded in mystery, and her investors are growing impatient. When a lab...

Red Traitor by Owen Matthews is a gripping Cold War thriller that delves into one of the most pivotal moments in modern history. In 1962, tensions between the Soviet Union and the United States are...

Scott Kelly's Endurance: A Year in Space, a Lifetime of Discovery As featured on BBC Breakfast, Radio 5Live and Steve Wright in the Afternoon on BBC Radio 2, this book offers a unique glimpse into...

Fiber art and craft-inspired sculpture by eight US and Latin American women artists is a powerful medium for embodied affective experience. This book explores the work of these artists, grounding...

The Booth family's complex web of relationships and ambitions is expertly woven in this riveting novel. Junius, a celebrated Shakespearean actor with a troubled past, flees to rural America with his...

Explore the quintessential American region of New England with Frommer's comprehensive guide. Discover quaint villages, historic sites dating back to the country's earliest days, and bustling cities,...

Courtney Love's 1994 album Live Through This is an album about girlhood and motherhood; desire and disgust; self-destruction and survival. It is an album that changed lives, but its songwriter and...

Discover your spirit animal sign and unlock deeper understanding of yourself and those around you. Shamanic Astrology: Understanding Your Spirit Animal Sign explores the connection between Western...

A new addition to the Flame Tree Epic Tales series, this collection presents classic texts on the history, culture, gods, calendar, myths and tales of the Aztecs, Incas, Mayans and other...

The Lion from the North Volume 2: The Swedish Army During the Thirty Years War 1632-48 by Michael Fredholm von Essen. This book provides new insights into the development of the Swedish army during...

Silent to Sound: British Cinema in Transition explores the pivotal moment when cinema technology shifted from silent films to talkies. From experimental efforts in the late 19th century, through the...

Truffle season has arrived in Italy, and with it, a hunt for the legendary Boscuri White, the golden nugget of Italian gastronomy. But when an American truffle 'supertaster' goes missing, English...

Set against the backdrop of 1962 Italy and the glamour of Hollywood's Golden Age, Beautiful Ruins is a captivating tale of love, fame, and dreams. A young innkeeper witnesses an American actress's...

Furious Hours: Murder, Fraud and the Last Trial of Harper Lee is a gripping true-crime story that explores the shocking events surrounding Reverend Willie Maxwell's murder of his family members for...

At the end of the 20th Century, the boundaries between history, politics, and fiction blur. Superheroes, geniuses, and activists converge in a world on the brink of war. A Soviet "iron" hero, a...

Champagne Supernovas is a fascinating look at the pivotal decade of American fashion, told through the lives of three iconic personalities: Kate Moss, Marc Jacobs, and Alexander McQueen. Veteran pop...

JFK Revisited Through the Looking Glass presents a unique collection of transcripts and interviews that challenge the way we think about the John F. Kennedy assassination. This book contains the...

Boys Enter the House: The Victims of John Wayne Gacy and the Lives They Left Behind In the winter of 1978-79, a series of brutal murders shook the nation, bringing to light the dark secrets of a...

Discover the authentic stories behind American DIY music and the art of building unique hand-made instruments. This book presents a unique perspective on the history of music and the creative...

The Total State: How Liberal Democracies Become Tyrannies by Auron MacIntyre Auron MacIntyre's latest book offers a thought-provoking exploration of the erosion of individual liberties in the United...

The Great Bridge: The Epic Story of the Building of the Brooklyn Bridge by David McCullough In the late 19th century, a monumental engineering project took root in New York, driven by the ambition to...

Floodgate Companion is a unique collection of previously unseen artwork by Robert Beatty, showcasing his distinctive style that blends ink drawings, digital airbrush paintings, and psychedelic op-art...

High Triglycerides Diet A Beginner's 3-Week Step-by-Step Guide With Curated Recipes and a 7-Day Meal Plan by Larry Jamesonn High triglycerides are a common health concern in the US, with 25.1% of...