437 results for 'Nassim Nicholas Taleb'

In the heart of an aged city, life is a struggle. Without electricity or paved roads, the residents must scavenge what they can to survive. Young alligator Riley dreams of making it in the baking...

The Songs of Momus: A Prolific Career in Indie Pop. Nicholas Currie, better known as Momus, is one of the most prolific and talented indie songwriters of the last forty years. His work has been both...

The Inner Eye by Nicholas Humphrey explores one of philosophy's most enduring puzzles: how do we know what it's like to be ourselves? This thought-provoking book delves into the nature of...

In 19th-century England, social etiquette and refinement are essential in public life, but beneath the surface, treason and deception thrive. When British officer Nicholas Langdon returns home after...

Music: Why It Matters by Nicholas Cook explores the significance of music in our lives. During periods of isolation, such as lockdowns, people turned to music for comfort and connection with others...

Black Elk Speaks: A Visionary's Story for All Humanity. This powerful and inspirational message shares the story of Nicholas Black Elk, an Oglala Lakota visionary and healer, and his people during...

The Complete David Bowie (Revised and Updated 2016 Edition) by Nicholas Pegg is the most comprehensive source of analysis and information on David Bowie's career. Spanning over 800 pages, this...

Terra, the birthplace of humankind, has long been the ultimate prize for the Clans. According to their founder, Nicholas Kerensky, the Clan that conquers Terra will ascend above all others and become...

Brooklands Cradle of British Motor Racing and Aviation by Nicholas H Lancaster is a fascinating exploration of the history of motoring and aviation. Located near Weybridge in Surrey, Brooklands was...

Discover the grandeur of London's great churches in this beautifully illustrated guidebook. Renowned photographer Derry Brabbs brings the city's most remarkable examples of religious architecture to...

The mighty ship-of-the-line takes centre stage in this gripping instalment of Julian Stockwin's Thomas Kydd series. An Admiralty summons cuts short Thomas Kydd's Caribbean service, bringing him back...

Colonial Chaos in the Southern Red Sea: A History of Violence from 1830 to the Twentieth Century by Nicholas W. Stephenson Smith. The southern Red Sea has long been a hotbed of instability, with...

To See in the Dark: Palestine and Visual Activism Since October 7 The forces of racial capitalism and settler colonialism have become increasingly visible since October 7th, 2023. In this...

The Spring of the Ram is the second book in Dorothy Dunnett's standalone prequel series to her acclaimed Lymond Chronicles. Set in Continental Europe, this novel follows the ancestors of Francis...

The War That Ended Peace: The Road to 1914 by Margaret MacMillan A gripping narrative of the events leading up to the outbreak of World War I, this book explores the complex web of alliances,...

The Dawlish Chronicles: June 1859 and April - August 1882 In this gripping naval fiction series, Antoine Vanner brings to life the tumultuous era of transition from sail to steam in the late 19th...

Explore the diverse world of British and Irish horse racing in this engaging travelogue. Courses for Horses takes readers on a journey to 15 iconic racecourses, from historic tracks like Newmarket...

Sleepers Wake: Getting Serious about Climate Change is an Advent book that explores how we can combat the obstacles to tackling climate change. Archbishop Nicholas Holtam draws on his experience as...

Bodies from the Library brings together 16 rare stories of crime and suspense from the Golden Age of Detective Fiction, a period when detective fiction captured the public's imagination and saw the...

Amy Howard's Rescue, Restore, Redecorate is a comprehensive guide to refinishing furniture and accessories. With its unique approach to upcycling and decorating, this book offers a treasure trove of...

Siberian Red is a gripping thriller set against the backdrop of World War II. When an informant claiming to know the location of Tsar Nicholas II's missing treasure is murdered in Siberia, Stalin...

My Fault is a gripping and intense young adult romance novel that explores the complexities of love, trauma, and secrets. When Noah's mother returns from a surprise trip with a new husband, she...

Historical Turns reassesses Weimar cinema in light of the "crisis of historicism" widely diagnosed by German philosophers in the early twentieth century. Through bold new analyses of five legendary...

Serena Staverley's life was forever changed when her mother passed away, leaving her to care for an impoverished household. Her father, Sir Giles, followed his passion for gambling, which ultimately...

Lady Susan and Other Works by Jane Austen brings together two early novels that showcase Austen's development as a writer. Lady Susan is an epistolary novel about a widow seeking to secure husbands...

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

Start the Dawlish Chronicles series with Britannia's Innocent, set against the backdrop of war and naval adventure in 1864. Political folly has brought Denmark to the brink of invasion by Prussian...

East London Photo Stories One Neighbourhood brings together 14 photographers showcasing the vibrant character of one iconic London neighborhood. To celebrate its fifth anniversary, Hoxton Mini Press...

The Spice Ports: Mapping the Origins of Global Sea Trade By Nicholas Nugent This book tells the story of how global sea trade began in the 15th century, driven by exploration, trade, and profit. The...

Sir Nicholas Beauvallet has never been known to resist a challenge. When he captures a galleon at sea and discovers a treasure that turns out to be the lovely Dona Dominica de Rada y Silva, he vows...

January 1983 marks a new year and a new beginning for Detective Inspector Nicholas Lowry. As he approaches his fortieth birthday, he's made two significant changes: giving up smoking and the police...

Arctic Storm Rising: A Novel by Dale Brown. In this gripping thriller, U.S. Air Force intelligence officer Nicholas Flynn is exiled to guard a remote radar post in Alaska's Arctic frontier after a...

The Real James Dean: Intimate Memories from Those Who Knew Him Best A unique and fascinating collection of personal accounts from those who knew James Dean best. For decades, stories about his life...

The intimate writings of Maria Nikolaevna, the third daughter of Tsar Nicholas II, are presented for the first time in English in this unique collection of diaries and letters. Born in the twilight...

The Perricone Prescription: A 28-Day Program for Total Body and Face Rejuvenation Dr. Nicholas V. Perricone's groundbreaking program offers a comprehensive approach to anti-aging, addressing the root...

Reporting on China has long been one of the most challenging and crucial of journalistic assignments. American media coverage of China has profoundly influenced U.S. government policy and shaped...

The Superbloom: How Technologies of Connection Tear Us Apart In our pursuit of more efficient communication, we often overlook the unintended consequences. From the telegraph to the internet and...