Heartfelt stories of young Thai novice monks, revealing Buddhism's transformative power amid poverty, addiction, and broken homes.
Gripping exploration of Elvis Presley, John Lennon, and Muhammad Ali's meteoric rises and tragic falls from grace.
A practical guide to nonviolent activism, using humor and creativity to overthrow dictators and spark social change.
Discover how Stoic philosophers, Holocaust survivors, and historical figures developed unshakeable resilience. From ancient Greek practices to Japanese Kintsugi, learn timeless strategies for bouncing back stronger from any setback.
Discover how mitochondria-ancient bacteria living in our cells-revolutionized evolution, enable complex life, and hold keys to aging, disease, and health.
A concise guide exploring populism's core ideas, key figures, and impact on modern democracy across different regions and movements.
A former lawyer's haunting confession explores guilt, morality, and the human condition in post-war Amsterdam.
Groundbreaking cyberpunk thriller that predicted our digital dystopia
A gripping family drama unfolds when a mother-in-law is found dead, exposing secrets and strained relationships.
Haunting chronicle of preventable tragedy that reshaped nations forever.
A hilarious and heartbreaking insider's look at life as a junior doctor, exposing the harsh realities of the NHS.
Dive deep into the surprising differences between Greek and Roman mythology! Beyond simple name changes, discover how these cultures reimagined the same gods to reflect completely different values.
A novelist held captive by his deranged fan must write to survive.
Haunting revenge tale unearths America's buried historical horror
Deep dive into the Air Force's MH-139A Grey Wolf helicopter, breaking down the intricate engineering from fuel systems to transmission components that transform commercial aviation into cutting-edge military technology.
Trevor Noah's poignant memoir of growing up mixed-race in apartheid South Africa.
A witty critique of modern happiness ideals, tracing their evolution and impact on society from psychiatry to corporate culture.
Forbidden passion meets societal ruin in literature's most celebrated tragedy.