Friedman explores how globalization and technology have leveled the economic playing field, creating new opportunities and challenges worldwide.
A Victorian inventor travels to a distant future, discovering a disturbing fate for humanity divided into two distinct species.
A groundbreaking exploration of unconscious bias, offering hope and practical solutions for creating a more equitable world.
An ex-cop reveals insider tactics to avoid arrest and navigate police encounters, protecting your future from a single mistake.
Nature's wisdom transforms movements: adaptive organizing for revolutionary change
From hurling sausages to chasing cheese, why do we enter bizarre contests? Explore the world's most absurd traditions and the spirit behind them.
With Kiwi teams sweeping the top spots, the playoff race is heating up. Explore how the Crusaders' surge and player eligibility are shifting the game.
A philosophical novel exploring radical ideas of the Übermensch, God's death, and eternal recurrence through Zarathustra's journey.
Two leading intellectuals examine the Palestinian struggle, offering critical insights on Israel's policies and potential solutions.
Why did radical leftists join forces with Ayatollah Khomeini? Discover the history of this unlikely alliance and why it ended in a tragic betrayal.
Unshackle prosperity: how degrowth saves our planet and economy
An enlightening exploration of mythology's enduring relevance, offering profound insights into the human experience and universal truths across cultures.
Young people often lack the facts to navigate relationships safely. Learn how a broader approach to sex ed builds consent and digital safety skills.
Dragons divide, queens unite: feminist fantasy redefines ancient enemies.
Explores how human friendliness, not aggression, led to our species' success and shapes our potential for both kindness and cruelty.
A searing exploration of racial injustice in America, challenging both black and white readers to confront uncomfortable truths.
A day in the life of an upper-class woman, exploring post-war society, mental health, and femininity in 1920s London.
A provocative reframing of US history from Indigenous perspectives, challenging colonial narratives and revealing centuries of Native resistance.
Criado por ex-alunos da Universidade de Columbia em San Francisco
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