391 results for 'Brower, Elena'

Artificial Communication: How Algorithms Produce Social Intelligence by Elena Esposito explores how digital technologies like machine learning are transforming our social lives. Esposito argues that...

The Incomplete Husband by Ben Faccini is a love story that spans continents and explores the complexities of family relationships. When Elena falls in love with Riccardo, she also becomes enamored...

In 18th-century Venice, a city notorious for its decadence and corruption, two friends from an orphanage and music school find themselves entangled in a web of tradition, vendettas, and deception...

Twelve-year-old Toby's life is turned upside down when his grandfather goes missing. With no other living relatives to turn to, Toby sets out to find him, following clues that lead him into a secret...

Alessia Ricciardi's Finding Ferrante explores the complex relationship between authorship and literary ambition in Elena Ferrante's Neapolitan novels. By examining the intertextual resonances with...

In 1936, Italy's small city of Monza holds secrets and scandals. On the pebbled bank of the Lambro, two frantic girls scramble to hide a body. A year earlier, Maddalena was known as 'The Cursed One',...

Tinisima by Elena Poniatowska is a deeply moving portrait of a woman shaped and destroyed by her tumultuous times. Based on ten years of research, this novel tells the story of Tina Modotti's life in...

Critical participatory action research offers a powerful approach to social science and psychology research. Michelle Fine and Maria Elena Torre introduce this method in their book, providing a...

Develop transformational professional development programs with practical tools and strategies. In "The PD Book", Elena Aguilar and Lori Cohen offer seven habits to help you build and sustain your...

Mammal Sacrifice Is Not a Virtue explores how our physical bodies shape our emotional desires and relationships. Ana María Caballero delves into the complexities of motherhood, pregnancy, and the...

A Cold, Cold World by Elena Taylor is a gripping mystery set in a small Washington State mountain town. As a deadly snowstorm engulfs the town, Sheriff Bet Rivers must navigate treacherous conditions...

This unique exchange explores the intersection of temporality, shame, and evil in Jungian psychology. Authors Murray Stein and Elena Caramazza engage in a rich conversation through letters, essays,...

The Lost Daughter by Elena Ferrante is a novel about a woman's unexpected sense of liberty after her daughters leave home. She embarks on a vacation to the Ionian coast, where she strikes up a...

Loving Sabotage by Am'lie Nothomb is a poignant and provocative novel about a young girl's precocious understanding of life's struggles and pains. Born into a world of diplomats, the narrator finds...

The Shining Path: Love, Madness, and Revolution in the Andes A narrative history of the Maoist rebellion that terrorized Peru after the fall of global Communism. In 1980, five masked men stormed a...

Scientific History: Experiments in History and Politics from the Bolshevik Revolution to the End of the Cold War by Elena Aronova explores how historians have engaged with the natural sciences,...

Abandoned by her husband and marooned by an epic snowstorm, a mother gives birth to her third child in this unflinching portrait of a woman's powerlessness.The story takes place in a small village on...

Archangel's Shadows Book 7 by Nalini Singh is set in a world where archangels and hunters coexist. A brutal war has left the city reeling, and Raphael and Elena must navigate treacherous politics...

In the midst of war, nothing is holy. Emperor Constant's crusade teeters on the edge of disaster after a devastating battle, leaving the East to rise with equal measures of hope and despair. This...

A Life of One's Own: Nine Women Writers Begin Again by Joanna Biggs is a deeply philosophical exploration of reading as a source of existential comfort. This intricate and intimate group biography...

The Greatest Inventor by Ben Brooks is a magical new adventure about breaking a curse and finding your way home. When Walter Swizwit's magic tricks fail to impress, he puts a spell on the village of...

A Most Anticipated Book of 2022 by Cosmopolitan, Goodreads, PopSugar, and more! Elena Armas' latest novel follows Rosie Graham as she navigates a series of experimental dates designed to spark her...

A beautifully crafted novella based on real letters from Angelina Beloff to her husband Diego Rivera. Elena Poniatowska's Querido Diego, te abraza Quiela brings to life the Parisian world of post-war...

For over 90 years, women have been challenging social norms by expressing their opinions and sharing their unique perspectives. In the 1920s, Maruja Mallo, Margarita Manso and Concha Méndez took a...

In 2029, a future that feels uncomfortably close, Néstor García Canclini presents a world in turmoil. Wars are fought in the virtual realm, ancient archives lie in ruins, and social interactions are...

Red Valkyries: Feminist Lessons from Five Revolutionary Women by Kristen Ghodsee explores the history of socialist feminism in Eastern Europe through the lives of five prominent women. Alexandra...

This remarkable first novel depicts life in a small Mexican town during the grim days of the Revolution. Against a backdrop of political change, religious persecution, and social unrest, the town...

When a young girl named Yilda escapes from a life of slavery to the druidic cult that killed her family, she learns valuable skills in healing and nature magic. These abilities will prove crucial...

A special collection of poetry for parents and children to share together each night, Versos de buenas noches brings together some of the most prominent voices in contemporary children's poetry. This...

Competitive Archaeology in Jordan explores how antiquities have been used to build narratives and national identities. Tracing the history of Jordan and its relationship with Jerusalem, Elena D...

Business Casual is the final book in the Lovelight rom-com series by B.K. Borison, a worthwhile read for fans of Elena Armas and Hannah Grace. In this scorching-hot romance, Charlie Milford, a top...

This is Elena Ferrante's last column, penned after a year that has both scared and inspired her. For 12 months, she wrote short pieces for the Guardian, responding to suggestions from editors and...

Structural Violence: The Makings of Settler Colonial Impunity by Elena Ruíz explores the underlying mechanisms that enable social systems to perpetuate inequality and violence. A new perspective on...

The Ferrante Letters: An Experiment in Collective Criticism A unique and innovative approach to literary criticism, this book brings together four critics who embark on an experiment in collective...

Circle of Amber by Jura Reilly In this poignant and powerful novel, Kristina's life is turned upside down when her husband is brutally murdered. Forced to raise three young children alone, she must...

Dos pediatras en casa by Elena Blanco and Gonzalo Oñoro is a thought-provoking exploration of family dynamics and healthcare. This insightful book delves into the complexities of parenting,...

A captivating debut novel about two best friends and daughters of the Italian mafia, set against the backdrop of twentieth-century Brooklyn. Sofia Colicchio is a free spirit, loud and untamed, while...

Soul Dog: A Journey into the Spiritual Life of Animals by Elena Mannes explores the profound connection between humans and animals, delving into the world of animal spirituality and communication.The...

This collection of essays explores the fascinating stories behind famous animals immortalized by humans. From Yuka, a 39,000-year-old mummified woolly mammoth, to Mozart's starling and Darwin's...

Abbey's plans for a perfect day are quickly derailed when her boyfriend reveals he's met someone else and she loses her job. In an act of reinvention, she splurges her wedding savings on renting a...

DDT's dark legacy has left an enduring impact on our environment and public health. In "How to Sell a Poison", historian Elena Conis reveals the surprising history of DDT, tracing its use from World...

Russia and Iran in the Great Game: Travelogues and Orientalism by Elena Andreeva This book explores the interactions between Russian explorers and officials with Iran during the 19th and early 20th...

Landsmoder by Elena Salamanca is a powerful exploration of the intersections between nationalism, dogma, patriarchy, and violence. Originally performed from the oldest standing monument in San...

A collection of poems by Ane Santiago, accompanied by the beautiful illustrations of Elena Pancorbo. This book is a genuine reflection on everyday life, transition to adulthood and the emotions that...

The Unforgettable Logan Foster and the Shadow of Doubt by Shawn Peters is the second book in an acclaimed series that combines superheroes, supervillains, and epic showdowns. After using his...

Four friends know that being a geek is a superpower. They're about to prove it as they solve a puzzlemaker's last clue and uncover a long lost treasure! The GEEKs have been best friends for as long...

Andrew Hale's life has been marked by deception and betrayal. As a young double agent, he infiltrated the Soviet spy network in Nazi-occupied Paris, but the consequences of his actions have haunted...

Workplace culture has evolved significantly in recent years. Employees now attend work to not only perform their jobs but also engage with and contribute to important social issues. As a result,...

Elena Ferrante's personal writings offer a unique glimpse into her creative process and inner world. In this collection, she invites readers into her writing workshop, sharing over twenty years of...

Taste Makers: Seven Immigrant Women Who Revolutionized Food in America by Mayukh Sen. This group biography tells the story of seven extraordinary women, all immigrants who left an indelible mark on...

Encounters in Video Art in Latin America by Elena Shtromberg and Glenn Phillips explores the history and current state of artistic experimentation with video throughout Latin America. This...

The Other End of the Line by Andrea Camilleri In the coastal town of Vigàta, a surge of migrants has brought the community to a standstill. As the police work to identify the people smugglers...

One hundred years after Marshall McLuhan's birth, Elena Lamberti explores a fundamental aspect of his work: the humanistic roots of his 'mosaic' form of writing. This investigation delves into how...

The Roots of Respect: A Historic-Philosophical Itinerary By Giovanni Giorgini and Elena Irrera A comprehensive treatment of respect for persons is long overdue, despite growing concern over the past...

Trauma Survivors' Strategies for Healing is an actionable workbook that offers recovery-oriented strategies to manage symptoms and take your life back from trauma. Clinical psychologist Dr. Elena...

The 1924 Revolution in Sudan was a pivotal moment in the country's history, marking the first episode of anti-colonial resistance where a nationalist ideology was explicitly used. This detailed...

Harvard Law School's tumultuous twentieth century is revealed in this magisterial study. From its peak as the nation's preeminent professional school to its near collapse due to financial struggles...

Little Fires Everywhere is a riveting novel about the power of motherhood, teenage love, and the danger of perfection. In the idyllic suburb of Shaker Heights, the Richardson family's carefully...

Gabriele D'Annunzio's "Pleasure" is a masterpiece of sensuality and seduction, first translated into English since the Victorian era. This new translation restores scenes considered too offensive in...

A poignant and beautifully written novel explores the complexities of identity, family, and belonging. Talia's journey to reunite with her family in Colombia after being held at a correctional...

Celebrate the Christmas season with 'Twas the Evening of Christmas, a heartwarming retelling of the nativity story in verse. Written by Glenys Nellist and illustrated by Elena Selivanova, this...

The Unforgettable Logan Foster and the Shadow of Doubt is the second book in the acclaimed series from super-author Shawn Peters. After using his photographic memory to defeat Necros, Logan's life...

In Paradise, WV, a small West Virginia town ravaged by the opioid epidemic, two teenagers, Henry and Jane Lusher, face unimaginable challenges. Their father, Hollis, is a convicted serial killer...

The New York Times: Footsteps From Ferrante's Naples to Hammett's San Francisco, Literary Pilgrimages Around the World Explore the geographic muses behind some of history's greatest writers in this...

Choro: A Social History of a Brazilian Popular Music By Tamara Elena Livingston and Thomas George Caracas Indiana University Press, 2005 This book explores the history of Choro, a type of Brazilian...

A new and disturbing case opens for the Brigada de Análisis de Casos. A body is discovered in a Madrid mortuary with signs of a brutal attack, including the removal of organs and their replacement...

Vaccine Nation: America's Changing Relationship with Immunization Elena Conis explores the complex history of vaccines in the United States, from their introduction in the 1960s to the present day...

Underwater Cultural Heritage: Exploring Ethical Issues and Practical Challenges Elena Perez-Alvaro presents a comprehensive study of underwater cultural heritage, shedding light on the complex...

Figurative Language, Genre and Register by Alice Deignan, Jeannette Littlemore, and Elena Semino is a comprehensive study that brings together methods from discourse analysis and corpus linguistics...

Ray Cruz is a man driven by vengeance. When his daughter is brutally attacked, he'll stop at nothing to protect her and punish those responsible. Elena Maldonado's life takes a devastating turn after...

Coaching for Equity: A Guide to Transforming Conversations and Creating Equitable Schools. To create schools where every child thrives, we need to engage in purposeful conversations that address...

Network Sovereignty: Building the Internet Across Indian Country By Marisa Elena Duarte The United Nations General Assembly has declared affordable internet access a human right, essential for...

Trailblazing Women Printmakers Virginia Lee Burton Demetrios and the Folly Cove Designers is a comprehensive history of one of America's longest-running block printing collectives, founded by...

Sam Levitt and Elena Morales find themselves entangled in a complex web of international intrigue when billionaire Francis Reboul's life is threatened by a ruthless Russian tycoon. As they navigate...

Buddy Holly Sessions 5 Late by Trevor K. Jacob In November 1958, Buddy Holly and the Crickets embarked on a whirlwind tour of England, performing at iconic venues such as the London Palladium and...

The War of Troy: A Pelasgian and Illyrian War by Elena Kocaqi provides a historical perspective on the Trojan War, separating myth from fact. This 30-year conflict began after the Achaeans killed the...

The Absent City by Ricardo Piglia explores the intersection of politics and memory in a futuristic detective novel. In this thought-provoking work, Junior, a reporter, searches for a secret machine...

The Gun that Changed the World by Mikhail Kalashnikov is a remarkable portrait of a man of ingenuity and vitality in one of the most unforgiving periods of Russian history. Born in 1919, Kalashnikov...

A murder. A kidnapping. A lost Salvador Dalí painting. Just 36 hours to resolve all three. In this gripping thriller, Benjamin Blake is sent to Barcelona to authenticate a possible art piece, only to...

The Secret of the Galleon by Ana Alcolea is set in the 19th century when a young girl travels to Spain with her family from the American colonies. She dreams of becoming a sailor, an impossible goal...

A tale as old as time. A spirit that has never rested. In this unforgettable novel, two women are drawn together by a home bathed in blood and magic. Set against the backdrop of 17th-century England,...

A Life Well Danced: Maria Zybina's Russian Heritage and Legacy in Classical Ballet and Character Dance Across Europe. This memoir explores the teacher-dancer relationship within the context of the...

A gripping coming-of-age story set against the backdrop of a small Italian town in the summer of 1976. When the factory that employed his father closes, Elia's family is thrown into turmoil, and the...

El cuaderno de Celia es el diario personal de una joven que compartió la clausura de las monjas durante un mes antes de recibir la eucaristía por primera vez. La escritora Elena Fortún, conocida por...

The Ideal Refugees: Gender, Islam, and the Sahrawi Politics of Survival by Elena Fiddian-Qasmiyeh explores how the international community's perception of Sahrawi refugee camps has been shaped...

Archangel's Shadows by Nalini Singh is a sensual and emotionally charged novel that delves into the complexities of love, loyalty, and sacrifice. In the aftermath of a brutal war, archangels Raphael...

The Crossings: A Terrifying Novel of the Old West By Jack Ketchum In 1848, the Arizona Territory is a lawless land, where fate and violence have brought together an unlikely duo - reporter Marion T...

In a world where flames hold magic, an ancient prophecy sets in motion a chain of events that will determine the fate of a kingdom. For three individuals, the prophecy brings both opportunity and...

The Green Power of Socialism: Wood, Forest, and the Making of Soviet Industrially Embedded Ecology by Elena Kochetkova. In the context of the current environmental crisis, state socialism is often...

Las Sinsombrero 2 ocultas e impecables recupera el legado de aquellas mujeres intelectuales y artistas que, durante el franquismo, tuvieron que adaptarse a un papel determinado por las circunstancias...

Sissi, emperatriz accidental es una novela fascinante sobre la vida de Isabel, Sissi, la joven emperatriz de Austria-Hungría. Publicada en 2018, esta historia captura la complejidad y la personalidad...