Windsweptand is a wonderful work, prose painted in bold, bright strokes like a Scottish Colourist's canvas' ROBERT MACFARLANE An instant classic of British nature-writing'and SUNDAY TELEGRAPHA few years ago, Annie Worsley traded a busy life in academia to take on a small-holding or croft...

Women and girls worldwide will find inspiration and strength in the pages of this beautiful book.' Malala YousafzaiRiseand celebrates the inspirational stories of 100 remarkable women of colour. From the entrepreneur with a homemade marmalade business who went on to found Women's World Banking,...

Jenny Aaron was once part of an elite police unit in Berlin, tracking the country's most dangerous criminals. She was the best. Until a mission went wrong and she lost her sight forever.Five years later, Aaron has shut out her past life and learnt...

You empower yourself and then you reach out to others.'Uplifting life lessons from one of the greatest leaders the world has ever known...and through the eyes of the grandson whose life he changed forever.In his bookand Going to the Mountain, Ndaba Mandela shares the...

You have come into your comfort Zone, haven't you? The comfort Zone is the enemy of ambition. I am willing to try, and I might even fail miserably, but you won't even try. We have only one life, Sanjay, and time flies by. You...

You know, it's funny,' Detective Inspector Hitching said. Whoever I see, they keep saying, talk to Neve Connolly, she'll know. She's the one people talk to, she's the one people confide in.'and A trusted colleague and friend.A mother.A wife.and Neve Connolly is all these...

• A fascinating and practical manual: Looking at the ways we spend, save, borrow, invest, and waste money, Gary Belsky and Thomas Gilovich reveal the psychology underlying irrational financial behavior. Entertaining case studies illustrate common patterns of thinking and show readers how changing their...

• Why are lovers quicker to forgive their partners for infidelity than for leaving dirty dishes in the sink?• Why will sighted people pay more to avoid going blind than blind people will pay to regain their sight? • Why do dining companions insist...

•Restore resilience at its developmental source through energy medicineWhen neuroscientist Stephanie Mines started practising the hands-on healing art of Jin Shin, she began to unravel the mystery of trauma and the secret to resilience.As a survivor of early childhood abuse, police brutality as a...

“[A] reminder of just how horrible nuclear weapons are. -The Wall Street Journal“Aand devastating read that highlights man's capacity to wreak destruction, but in which one also catches a glimpse of all that is best about people. -San Francisco Chronicle“Aand poignant and complex picture...

“[E]ntertaining, bracingly honest and, yes, thought-provoking. -The New York Times Book ReviewAt once provocative and laugh-out-loud funny,and Battle Hymn of the Tiger Motherand ignited a global parenting debate with its story of one mother's journey in strict parenting.and Amy Chua argues thatand Western parenting...

“[Eteraz's] adventures are a heavenly read. -O, the Oprah magazine“In this supremely assured, lush, and rip-roaring book, Eteraz manages to do the impossible, gliding confidently over the chasm that divides East and West. Wildly entertaining…memoir of the first order. -Murad Kalam, author of and...

“[John Naisbitt's] vision of the world's economy has the mark of genius. -Minneapolis Star Tribune Internationally-renowned futurist and bestselling author John Naisbitt is back with China's Megatrends, the most comprehensive look at the present and future of China and the transformation that is reshaping...

“A clarion call to justice and Soraya Chemaly, author ofand Rage Becomes Her“An important and courageous book and William A. Herbert, Distinguished Lecturer, Hunter College, City University of New YorkIn the years since #MeToo, there has been a fundamental shift in public consciousness about...

“A compact but thorough guide to successfully handling and surviving a divorce. -PsychCentralThe bestselling author ofand Will I Ever Be Good Enough?: Healing the Daughters of Narcissistic Mothersand draws on her expertise in treating men, women, and children damaged by narcissists in this practical...

“A dynamic group biography studded with design history and high-society dash . . .and [This] elegantly wrought narrative bears the Cartier hallmark. -The EconomistTheand “astounding (Andre Leon Talley)and story of the family behind the Cartier empire and the three brothers who turned their grandfather's...

“A gripping fly-on-the-wall story of the rise of this unique and important industry based on extensive interviews with some of the most successful venture capitalists. - Daniel Rasmussen,and Wall Street Journal“A must-read for anyone seeking to understand modern-day Silicon Valley and even our economy...

“A marvelous interweaving of poetry, scholarship, literary criticism and memoir: it is wise, welcoming, and a delight to read. There are poems here that are memorable in any context:and Qasida of 700,000 Years of Loveand one among those for me. I wish Agha Shahid...

“A must-read…It reveals important truths. -Vint Cerf, Internet pioneer“One of the finest books on information security published so far in this century-easily accessible, tightly argued, superbly well-sourced, intimidatingly perceptive. -Thomas Rid, author ofand Active MeasuresCyber attacks are less destructive than we thought they would...

“A rich and rewarding history of one of the most astounding ideas in physics and astronomy (Marcia Bartusiak) - that the universe we know isn't the only one and Our books, our movies-our imaginations-are obsessed with extra dimensions, alternate timelines, and the sense that all...

“Aand shorthand manual for living with kindness, decency, and generosity of spirit. and -Maria Popova“I love aphorisms, proverbs, and Secrets of Adulthood . . .and Excellent Advice for Livingand includes wise, practical advice for life. and -Gretchen Rubin, via Twitter“One hundred years from now,...

“A story of love and courage amid brutality and terror, this is the testimony of a child who has endured the unthinkable. -J.K. Rowling “I'm very afraid I will die tonight. -Bana Alabed, Twitter, October 2, 2016 “Stop killing us. -Bana Alabed, Twitter, October...

“A valuable insider's account of financial diplomacy in the Bush administration. -Jeffrey E. Garten,and Washington PostSworn in as head of the U.S. Treasury Department's international finance division just three months prior to 9/11, John B. Taylor soon found himself at the center of the...

“A Washington, DC based Pakistani origin doctor's periodic escapes to bucolic Virginia countryside are developed and deftly transformed by Maniza Naqvi into a vast, complex, and highly nuanced cultural exchange and contemplation. As the lonely doctor keeps returning to the exclusive Inn kept by...

“A welcome gift ... Highlighting Lenin's flexibility and cultivation of collective leadership, Le Blanc brings out the practical activism and revolutionary patience crucial to organizing the oppressed on a rapidly over-heating planet and Jodi Dean, author ofand Comrade“Crackling with intellectual life and Lars T....

“Absolutely essential reading for everyand LEGOand fan. and -BlocksThe definitive history of LEGO, based on unprecedented access to the company's archives and rare interviews with the founding family who still owns the company"This book tells the story of how my family built the LEGO...

“All aspiring authors know the value of a great literary agent, but few know how to get one. Lucinda Halpern has written the definitive guide to attracting an agent and laying the groundwork for a book well worth publishing. - Adam Grant, #1and New...

“Ambiguous work. Where can we start? , wrote the art historian Oscar Schürer in the historic series Junge Kunst about Pablo Picasso's multi - faceted oeuvre back in 1927. Picasso, who was investigating Surrealism at the time, was regarded as a genius even then...

“AN IMPORTANT BOOK ABOUT MOTIVATION FROM A PROVEN MOTIVATOR. -JACK WELCHYum! Brands CEO David Novak learned long ago that you can't lead a great organization of any size without getting your people aligned, enthusiastic, and focused relentlessly on the mission. But how do you...

“As intricate and absorbing as a Van Gogh painting…MRS VAN GOGH will stay with me for a long time. and New York Timesand bestseller Hazel Gaynor“All the characters jump off the page…what we have here isand a very fine novel. and Historical Novel SocietyShe's...

“Bacha Khan's message of the power of peaceful protest for liberty, equality and justice changed our culture and customs forever and inspires me every day in my activism for girls' education and women's empowerment. Malala Yousafzai,and Youngest-ever Nobel Prize laureateand “As a student activist,...

“Belinda Huijuan Tang's debut novel is a beautifully drawn, sensitively rendered portrait of a man desperately searching for his father-and for reconnection to the past and people he once knew and loved. Both rich in historical detail and timeless in scope,and A Map for...

“Bill Foege takes us inside the world's greatest public health triumph: the eradication of smallpox. It's a story of true determination, passion and courage. The story of smallpox should encourage all of us to continue the critical work of worldwide disease eradication. --Bill Gates,...

“Black Snowand brilliantly vivifies the horrific reality of the most destructive air attack in history, against Tokyo on the night of March 9-10, 1945. James Scott deftly employs sharply etched portraits of individuals of all stations and nationalities to survey the global, technological, and...

“Building businesses is a craft like carpentry. If you know how to build, it doesn't matter if the product is a table or a chair. Astonishingly successful humans are not the chosen few. They are people who chose to make the best investment ever....

“Champions, again. compiles exclusive content from England, compiling articles done for DAWN newspaper while covering the event. It also contains added comment and opinions as well as exclusive photographs from Pakistan's matches and training sessions. The A4 landscape glossy pages give the book a...

“Commendable and balanced . . . With crisp writing and an amazing attention to detail, Allen brings readers inside the papal jockeying, covering the days of mourning and the conclave. -The Los Angeles Timesand “A welcome contribution to understanding the new pontificate . ....

“Debbie Millman has become a singular voice in the world of intimate, enlightening conversations. She has demonstrated time, and again, why design matters. -Roxane Gay, from the forewordOver the course of her popular podcast's fifteen-year reign, Debbie Millman has interviewed more than 400 creative...

“Dr Koreshi, an illustrious diplomat, an objective analyst of national and international scene, has narrated, in a very lucid manner, the problems that our diplomacy faced over the decades. It is a very incisive account of the Roots' that were the determinats of the...

“Encouraging…Uplifting...Meeting apparently insurmountable goals requiresand thinking big…this will inspire. -Publishers Weekly“Raj Shah has written a practical guide to making the world a better place. He knows what he's talking about, because he's done it himself. Anyone who wants to make a change in the...

“Engaging stories of modern survival with uplifting and often surprising takeaways. -Gay Hendricks, PhD,and New York Timesand bestselling author ofand The Big Leapand andand Conscious Loving“Bouncing Forward shows us how adversity can turn us toward our deepest inner resources of trust, wisdom, and love....

“Engrossing….and a terrifically entertaining novel. --Irish TimesIn the early 20th century, China is a land undergoing a momentous social and cultural shift, with a thousand-year-old empire crumbling and the nation on the brink of modernity. Against this backdrop, a quiet man from the North...

This new book from renowned Tolkien expert John Garth connects the places which inspired Tolkien with their eventual appearances in his work. Organised by theme,and Tolkien's Worldsand offers an illustrated biography of one of the world's best-loved authors, an exploration of the relationship between...

“Fall Out delves into the tumultuous journey of Imran Khan's transition from a tenacious opposition leader to the prime minister from 2014 to 2018, and his complicated relationship with the Pakistani military since then. It charts the fall of Nawaz Sharif, influenced by the...

“For any would-be activists who hear the voice: not me' or not now,' Merchant makes the strong case for yes you' and yes now'-and even shows you how to jump in. and -Van Jones, host of CNN'sand The Messy Truth,and author ofand Rebuild the...

“For the last two years, I've interviewed more than 200 world-class performers for my podcast,and The Tim Ferriss Show.and The guests range from super celebs (Jamie Foxx, Arnold Schwarzenegger, etc.) and athletes (icons of powerlifting, gymnastics, surfing, etc.) to legendary Special Operations commanders and...

“Gems and Jewels: The Religions of Pakistan and Dr Amineh Hoti opens the door to take the reader on a voyage of discovery of the untold story of pakistan; the story of a relatively young nation whose rich plural heritage has endowed it with...

“Humanity will prosper in non-Muslim countries with the Rule of Justice. Humanity will not prosper in Muslim countries with the Rule of Injustice. ​ This important lesson lies at the heart of M. B. Abbasi's thoughtful exploration of society and humanity. In these pages,...

“I am the brooding Spirit of Pakistan! As the main protagonist of the novel I speak directly to the readers as they turn the rustling pages in anticipation. Readers! You may have read countlesscaptivating and compelling stories, but The Story of Pakistan' is unique....

“i closed my eyes to look inward and found a universe waiting to be explored and and From poet, meditator, and speaker Yung Pueblo, comes a collection of poetry and prose that explores the movement from self-love to unconditional love, the power of letting...