A witty and entertaining retelling of Greek myths, bringing ancient stories to life with Fry's signature humor and charm.
After centuries of dogma, an obsession with classical wisdom changed how we see ourselves. Explore how this era of creativity redefined the human spirit.
Haunting Vietnam War stories of soldiers' physical and emotional burdens.
A chilling true-crime account of a brutal quadruple murder, exploring violence, justice, and the dark corners of human nature.
A sociologist's journey into Louisiana's bayou country, exploring the worldview of conservative Tea Party supporters and their deep-rooted beliefs.
When a weapons operator was trapped in Iran, the U.S. launched a massive rescue mission. Discover the CIA deception that brought him home against all odds.
Discover how to cultivate compassion and understanding across social divides, fostering a more just and connected society.
A provocative examination of how Western society has defined and treated madness throughout history, challenging conventional notions of reason and insanity.
Three teens flee death, risking everything on migration's desperate path.
Exploring how systematic exclusion of women from medical research has created a healthcare crisis affecting half the world's population, and the concrete steps needed to close this gap.
Economist Paul Collier examines global migration's complex impacts on host countries, migrants, and their homelands in this thought-provoking analysis.
Influential essays advocating for the U.S. Constitution, written by Founding Fathers to persuade states to ratify the document.
Identity, race, and music collide in a divided childhood.
Exploring how R.J. Palacio's 'Wonder' transformed from a children's novel into a global movement teaching empathy through Auggie's story and the powerful message to 'Choose Kind'.
Enemies to allies: America and Britain's remarkable transformation.
An aging fisherman battles a giant marlin and his own mortality in this poignant tale of perseverance and dignity.
