Design Monograph: Wright
A design monograph series on the most remarkable architects, designers, brands, and design movements of the twentieth and twenty-first centuries, each book contains a historical-critical essay discussing the life and work of the subject, followed by an illustrated appreciation of groundbreaking work. The most widely recognised of US architects, Wright designed over 1000 buildings in 70 years. He transformed American...Hardback$3699Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips MondayDays of Blood and Starlight
The 10th anniversary edition of the second in Laini Taylor's breathtaking fantasy trilogy Days of Blood and Starlight continues the spellbinding story of Karou, a blue-haired art student with a secretive history, and Akiva, the haunted angel who loved her in another life. As Karou discovers the brutal truth of her past and Akiva grapples with the consequences of their...Paperback$1800Elsewhere:$1999Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips MondayCytonic
Spensa's life as a Defiant Defense Force pilot has been far from ordinary. She proved herself one of the best starfighters in the human enclave of Detritus and she saved her people from extermination at the hands of the Krell—an enigmatic alien species that has been holding them captive for decades. What's more, she travelled light-years from home as a...Paperback$2500Elsewhere:$2799Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips MondayCujo
Once upon a time, not so long ago, a monster came to the small town of Castle Rock, Maine... He was not a werewolf, vampire, ghoul, or unnameable creature from the enchanted forest or snow wastes; he was only a cop... Taut, suspenseful, and relentlessly gripping, Cujo is Stephen King's compelling tale of primal terror set in the small, seemingly...Paperback$2999Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips MondayCristiano Ronaldo
The definitive award-winning biography of Cristiano Ronaldo - fully updated to include the 2022 World Cup, Ronaldo's explosive exit from Manchester United and his record-breaking transfer to Al-Nassr As the Qatar World Cup opened to worldwide jubilation, Cristiano Ronaldo's second spell at Manchester United reached an abrupt conclusion. It was not to be the fairy tale ending to a glittering...Paperback$2700Elsewhere:$2999Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips MondayCinema Speculation
A unique cocktail of personal memoir, cultural criticism and Hollywood history by the one and only Quentin Tarantino. The long-awaited first work of nonfiction from the author of the number one New York Times bestselling Once Upon a Time in Hollywood: a deliriously entertaining, wickedly intelligent cinema book as unique and creative as anything by Quentin Tarantino. In addition to...Paperback$2999Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips MondayChinese Enough
In an exploration of her own experience as a first-generation American, Kristina Cho, author of the award-winning baking book Mooncakes and Milk Bread, offers 100 recipes that blend the flavours of traditional Cantonese cooking with California ingredients and a midwestern sensibility. In Chinese Enough, Cho turns to the savoury side of cooking with recipes that are neither entirely Chinese nor...Hardback$5700Usually:$7000Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips MondayBusiness Adventures
Delve into the captivating world of corporate life with Business Adventures by John Brooks, a timeless collection of twelve classic tales that explore the intricacies and drama of the business world in America. Brooks's masterful storytelling brings to life the defining moments of some of the most notable corporations, weaving in historic events with an engaging narrative style that keeps...Paperback$2799Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips MondayBilly Summers
'A dazzlingly shapeshifting novel... equally good at action scenes and in-depth psychology' The Sunday Times 'A thriller with a surprisingly heartfelt and redemptive ending, Billy Summers is a compelling and engrossing read' Sunday Express From legendary storyteller and No. 1 bestseller Stephen King, whose 'restless imagination is a power that cannot be contained' (The New York Times Book Review), comes...Paperback$2999Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips MondayBillion Dollar Loser: The Epic Rise and Fall of WeWork
The Sunday Times Best Business Book of the Year 2020 A riveting narrative of ambition, hubris, and excess, Billion Dollar Loser: The Epic Rise and Fall of WeWork by Reeves Wiedeman takes readers on a fascinating journey through the meteoric ascent and calamitous descent of one of the most talked-about startups of the decade. Adam Neumann, a relentless and charismatic...Paperback$2700Elsewhere:$2999Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips MondayBeyond What is Given
Before Xaden Riorson, there were the four Fly Boys: a deeply emotional and angsty New Adult romance series from the No.1 Sunday Times bestselling author of Fourth Wing. Be careful what you wish for . . . Grayson Masters is focused on graduating, and the last thing he needs is his gorgeous new roommate distracting him. And though her smart...Paperback$2200Elsewhere:$2799Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips MondayBeneath These Cursed Stars
When the stars promise ruin, will love be worth the risk? In the romantic fantasy Beneath These Cursed Stars by Lexi Ryan, an intricate tale of revenge, destiny, and forbidden love unfolds. Princess Jasalyn is on a mission for vengeance. Armed with a deadly enchanted ring, she prowls the night, targeting her enemies with the kiss of death. Her quest...Paperback$2200Elsewhere:$2999Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips MondayBad Actors
Now a major TV series starring Gary Oldman THE INSTANT #1 SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER 'A pitch-perfect espionage thriller' Sunday Times 'The foremost living spy novelist in the English language' New Statesman In MI5, a scandal is brewing and there are bad actors everywhere. A key member of a Downing Street think-tank has disappeared without a trace. Claude Whelan, one-time First...Paperback$2499Elsewhere:$2799Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips MondayA Wizard of Earthsea
A Wizard of Earthsea by Ursula K. Le Guin is a captivating journey through the mystical archipelago of Earthsea. As the first book in the revered Earthsea series, it introduces readers to Ged, a young boy destined to become the most powerful sorcerer of his age. Known in his youth as Sparrowhawk, Ged's insatiable thirst for knowledge and his reckless...Hardback$3600Elsewhere:$3999Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips MondayAuschwitz – A Mother's Story
Suddenly there is a blow to my face, I am hurled to one side. 'My child, I have to go with her!' I scream. But Dr Mengel is standing before me, whip raised. 'Maul halten, shut up!' His eyes gleam. Filled with fear I cower down. In 1943, as Nazi power swept across central Europe, Rosa, her husband Emanuel and...Paperback$3499Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips MondayArt Matters
Art Matters by Neil Gaiman is a stirring call to creativity and imagination, urging readers to embrace the power of art in their everyday lives. This captivating book is a collection of Gaiman's speeches, poems, and creative manifestos, beautifully illustrated by Chris Riddell. Through these diverse formats, Gaiman weaves a narrative that is both motivational and thought-provoking, advocating for the...Paperback$2799Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips MondayA Memory Of Light
Soon to be a major Amazon Prime TV series A Memory of Light is the final novel in the acclaimed Wheel of Time series, one of the most influential and popular fantasy epics ever published. Written by Robert Jordan and completed by Brandon Sanderson, this breathtaking installment concludes an extraordinary saga of adventure, heroism, and magic. As darkness looms over...Paperback$2799Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips MondayA History of the World in Twelve Shipwrecks
An Economist Best Book of 2024 'Masterful and entrancing - this is big history at its best.' Professor Alice Roberts, author of Ancestors 'A real-life Indiana Jones takes readers on a dive through these underwater museums, revealing the sunken secrets of the past' The Times 'Fascinating... wonderful material, well researched and placed in its wider context' Spectator From a Bronze...Paperback$3600Elsewhere:$3999Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips MondayA History Of Scotland
Scotland, a land imbued with deep historical roots and breathtaking landscapes, is explored in meticulous detail in A History Of Scotland by Neil Oliver. This engrossing historical account offers readers an opportunity to journey through the centuries, uncovering the events and characters that have forged the essence of modern Scotland. Neil Oliver masterfully charts the path from ancient times through...Paperback$2999Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips MondayA City of Flames
THE BUZZING, ENEMIES TO LOVERS TIKTOK SENSATION I absolutely loved this book from the rich world-building to the diverse characters. Rina has a way of really drawing you into the worlds she's created. The ending left my emotions in tatters. ......................................... Nara has always desired justice. Could hunting dragons bring her peace at last? When a fire dragon attacks her...Paperback$2000Elsewhere:$2799Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips Monday101 Tips to Help Your Anxious Child
One in four children will suffer from anxiety at some point in their young lives. As a parent, it can often be challenging to know how best to support your child when they become fearful and worried, and whether their concerns are something they can manage themselves or a symptom of something more serious. 101 Tips to Help Your Anxious...Paperback$2999Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips MondayWork
_______________ ‘A fascinating exploration that challenges our basic assumptions of what work means’ - Yuval Noah Harari 'There is eminently underlinable stuff on most pages ... Fascinating' - The Times 'One of those few books that will turn your customary ways of thinking upside down' - Susan Cain 'Illuminating' - New Statesman _______________ A revolutionary new history of humankind through...Paperback$2300Elsewhere:$2499Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips MondayWomen in White Coats
Meet the pioneering women who changed the medical landscape for us all. For fans of Hidden Figures and Radium Girls, comes the remarkable story of three Victorian women who broke down barriers in the medical field to become the first women doctors, revolutionising the way women receive health care. In the early 1800s, women were dying in large numbers from...Paperback$2500Elsewhere:$2799Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips MondayWoke Racism
In Woke Racism, bestselling author and distinguished linguist John McWhorter explores how the modern conversation on race has taken a disturbing turn. This provocative and insightful book argues that an illiberal form of neoracism, cloaked in the guise of antiracism, is not only damaging to black communities but also threatens the cohesiveness of society at large. McWhorter takes a deep...Paperback$2600Elsewhere:$2799Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips MondayViolence
Violence by Slavoj Zizek delves into the multifaceted nature of violence in our contemporary world, dissecting its visible and invisible forms with penetrating insight. Zizek challenges the conventional understanding of violence by arguing that what we typically perceive as physical violence is merely the most evident manifestation of deeper, systemic violence embedded within our political and economic structures. In his...Paperback$2999Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips MondayThis Mortal Coil
A GUARDIAN, ECONOMIST AND PROSPECT BOOK OF THE YEAR 'A superb book' Simon Sebag Montefiore 'An empowering story of human ingenuity' Economist 'Full of curious facts' The Times Causes of death have changed irrevocably across time. In the course of a few centuries, we have gone from a world where disease or violence was likely to strike anyone at any...Paperback$2499Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips MondayThis Is How They Tell Me the World Ends
THE INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER SHORTLISTED FOR THE FT & McKINSEY BUSINESS BOOK OF THE YEAR AWARD 2021 'An intricately detailed, deeply sourced and reported history of the origins and growth of the cyberweapons market . . . Hot, propulsive . . . Sets out from the start to scare us out of our complacency' New York Times 'A...Paperback$2499Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips MondayThe Lost Art of Running
'Heads up – here’s how to run like a pro' - The Times 'A fascinating book' - Adharanand Finn, author of Running With the Kenyans 'I'm convinced that Shane's insights were instrumental in me winning the Marathon des Sables for a second time' - Elisabet Barnes, coach and athlete 'Shane is the Indiana Jones of the running world' - Damian...Paperback$2200Elsewhere:$2499Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips MondayThe Lives of Tudor Women
The turbulent Tudor age never fails to capture the imagination. But what was it actually like to be a woman during this period? The Lives of Tudor Women by Elizabeth Norton provides an expansive exploration into the daily lives, struggles, and triumphs of women in the sixteenth century. This was a time when death in infancy or during childbirth was...Paperback$2500Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips MondayThe Last Murder at the End of the World
SOLVE THE MURDER TO SAVE WHAT'S LEFT OF THE WORLD THE NUMBER ONE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER 'A mind-bending, genre-blending, boy-that-ending mystery unlike any I've ever read' - A. J. FINN 'I loved it' - C. J. TUDOR 'An absolute blast' - BENJAMIN STEVENSON 'Wildly inventive' - M. W. CRAVEN 'Believe the hype' - ALICE BELL 'Extraordinary' - WILL DEAN An...Paperback$3699Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips MondayThe Half Known Life
'Nothing less than a guided tour of the human soul ... A masterpiece' Elizabeth Gilbert 'A work of spiritual evolution [and] inner journeys told through extraordinary exteriors' Washington Post One of our most perceptive travel writers embarks on an exploration of the world's holiest places and where we might find paradise on Earth. It’s so easy, I thought, to place...Paperback$3299Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips MondayThe Flow
WINNER OF THE 2023 JAMES CROPPER WAINWRIGHT PRIZE FOR NATURE WRITING 'Unparalleled.' THE WAINWRIGHT PRIZE 'A true masterpiece.' TIMES LITERARY SUPPLEMENT 'A tour de force.' GUY SHRUBSOLE 'Quietly courageous.' PATRICK BARKHAM 'Lyrical, wholehearted and wise.' LEE SCHOFIELD 'A knockout. I loved it.' MELISSA HARRISON 'Honest, raw and moving.' SOPHIE PAVELLE 'An extraordinary book by an extraordinary author.' CHRIS JONES 'A...Paperback$2499Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips MondayThe Flavour Thesaurus: More Flavours
'Niki Segnit is definitely the reigning champion of matching ingredients' - YOTAM OTTOLENGHI ‘Will inspire a new generation of home cooks, chefs and writers alike' - RUKMINI IYER _______________ The hugely anticipated follow-up to Niki Segnit’s landmark global bestseller The Flavour Thesaurus In More Flavours, Niki Segnit applies her ground-breaking approach to explore 92 mostly plant-based flavours, from Kale to...Hardback$3500Usually:$4299Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips MondayThe Expectation Effect
The Expectation Effect by David Robson explores the profound impact that our beliefs and expectations have on our physical and mental health. Diving into cutting-edge research, Robson reveals that our preconceived notions can shape our reality in unexpected ways. Through a series of case studies and scientific experiments, he demonstrates how the mind's power can influence everything from physical performance...Paperback$2600Elsewhere:$2799Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips MondayThe Ends of the World
The Ends of the World by Peter Brannen takes readers on a captivating journey through the darkest chapters of our planet's history. Focused on the five most catastrophic mass extinction events, the book dives into the geological and fossil records to uncover how our world narrowly avoided ultimate destruction. Through gripping narrative and fascinating scientific revelations, Brannen intricately details how...Paperback$2299Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips MondayThe Earth Transformed
THE TIMES BEST HISTORY BOOK OF 2023 A BOOK OF THE YEAR PICK FOR THE TIMES, SUNDAY TIMES, BBC HISTORY MAGAZINE, GUARDIAN, INDEPENDENT AND FINANCIAL TIMES A BBC RADIO 4 BOOK OF THE WEEK | AN INSTANT SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER 'Humanity has transformed the Earth: Frankopan transforms our understanding of history' Financial Times 'Vast, learned and timely work' Sunday Times...Paperback$2600Elsewhere:$2999Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips MondayThe Devil and the Dark Water
STUART TURTON'S INSTANT SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER THE LAST MURDER AT THE END OF THE WORLD NOW IS OUT NOW ‘If you read one book this year, make sure it’s this one’ Daily Mail CHOSEN AS A BOOK OF THE YEAR BY THE GUARDIAN, SUNDAY TIMES, DAILY MAIL, FINANCIAL TIMES, DAILY EXPRESS AND i PAPER WINNER OF THE BOOKS ARE MY...Paperback$2100Elsewhere:$2299Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips MondayThe Buried Giant
From Kazuo Ishiguro, the acclaimed author of Never Let Me Go and the Booker Prize-winning The Remains of the Day, comes an extraordinary new novel, The Buried Giant. Set in a post-Roman Britain slowly descending into ruin, this masterful tale unfolds in an ancient landscape marked by mist and rain where memory and history are shrouded in mystery. The narrative...Paperback$2799Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips MondayThe Book of Barely Imagined Beings
From Axolotls to Zebrafish, The Book of Barely Imagined Beings by Caspar Henderson takes readers on an extraordinary journey through the natural world, showcasing creatures that are often more astonishing than those dreamed up in a medieval bestiary. Venturing from the unexplored depths of the ocean to the most inhospitable deserts, Henderson uncovers the beauty and strangeness of living forms...Paperback$2700Elsewhere:$2999Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips MondayThe Biggest Ideas in the Universe 1
Knowledge is power… A landmark new series from a prize-winning scientist and communicator. In this major trilogy, Sean Carroll opens up the world of physics and shows that you don’t necessarily need a science degree to gain a deeper insight into the workings of the universe. Starting with the ideas that revolutionised our view of nature, Space, Time and Motion...Paperback$2100Elsewhere:$2299Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips MondayThe Alignment Problem
The Alignment Problem by Brian Christian delves deep into the ethical challenges and dilemmas posed by the rapid development and deployment of artificial intelligence in our daily lives. As AI systems gain more influence over consequential decisions—ranging from the news we are exposed to, the terms of our mortgage, to the simple social interactions we engage in—the necessity to align...Paperback$3000Elsewhere:$3299Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips MondaySuper-Infinite
A sparkling and very modern biography of John Donne: the poet of love, sex, and death, shortlisted for the Baillie Gifford Prize and now in paperback. Shortlisted for the Baillie Gifford Prize 2022 A Sunday Times top ten bestseller 'Masterly.' - Observer 'Wonderful, joyous.' - Maggie O'Farrell 'Frankly brilliant.' - Sunday Times 'Unmissable.' - Simon Jenkins 'Every page sparkles.' -...Paperback$2799Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips MondayRunning with the Kenyans
Running with the Kenyans by Adharanand Finn is a captivating journey that blends adventure, cultural immersion, and the quest to uncover the secrets behind the unparalleled success of Kenyan distance runners. Adharanand Finn, a journalist and avid runner, embarks on a remarkable quest driven by curiosity and inspiration. After years of observing Kenyan athletes dominate the world's most prestigious races,...Paperback$2500Elsewhere:$2799Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips MondayRichie Benaud’s Blue Suede Shoes
LONGLISTED FOR THE WILLIAM HILL SPORTS BOOK OF THE YEAR PRIZE 2024 'This entertaining book is gripping reading for any cricket buff' Sunday Times 'An epic contest superbly retold . . . a fascinating slice of social history, it is a spellbinding read' Vic Marks 'You should go out and buy it now, because the book is brilliant’ Spectator David...Hardback$4300Elsewhere:$4999Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips MondayRed Memory
SHORTLISTED FOR THE BAILLIE GIFFORD PRIZE FOR NON-FICTION 2023 WINNER OF THE CUNDILL HISTORY PRIZE 2023 SHORTLISTED FOR THE BRITISH ACADEMY PRIZE FOR NON-FICTION 2023 A BBC RADIO 4 BOOK OF THE WEEK Red Memory by Tania Branigan delves into the haunting and turbulent period of the Chinese Cultural Revolution, a decade that has left an indelible mark on the...Paperback$2799Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips MondayPastoralia
Pastoralia by George Saunders is a masterful collection of six stories that delves into the absurdities of contemporary life with surreal and darkly comic precision. Each story captures a fragment of a skewed version of modern America, blending reality with a twist of bizarre satire to reveal profound truths about human nature. In the titular story, a couple struggle to...Paperback$2000Elsewhere:$2199Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips MondayOscar
The first major biography of Oscar Wilde in thirty years, Oscar by Matthew Sturgis, stands as the definitive account of Wilde's extraordinary life and times. This meticulously researched biography paints a vivid portrait of the legendary wit, playwright, and aesthete, capturing the paradoxes and complexities that defined his existence. From his meteoric rise to fame as a beloved figure of...Paperback$3299Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips MondayOrwell's Roses
'I loved this book... An exhilarating romp through Orwell's life and times' - Margaret Atwood Outside my work the thing I care most about is gardening - George Orwell Inspired by her encounter with the surviving roses that Orwell is said to have planted in his cottage in Hertfordshire, Rebecca Solnit explores how his involvement with plants, particularly flowers, illuminates...Paperback$2600Elsewhere:$2799Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips MondayOn Time and Water
In On Time and Water, Icelandic author and activist Andri Snær Magnason embarks on a deeply reflective and riveting journey, addressing the pressing issues of climate change in an intensely personal yet globally relevant narrative. The book weaves a tapestry of human stories, historical accounts, and scientific research to illustrate the dramatic transformations occurring on our planet. Magnason's narrative begins...Paperback$2999Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips MondayNemesis
A FIGHT FOR HONOUR. A QUEST FOR REVENGE. Paris, 1794. Revolutionary fervour has erupted into the Reign of Terror. A young man, Paul Courtney, hides in a crowd watching as the condemned are brought to the guillotine. Among them is Constance Courtney, Paul's mother. As he watches her brutal execution, he knows he must avoid the same fate and fulfil...Hardback$4500Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips MondayKitchen
Kitchen presents a compelling narrative that intricately explores themes of grief, family, and personal transformation in contemporary Japan. The story follows a young woman named Mikage Sakurai, whose life is upended by the death of her grandmother—her last remaining relative. As she grapples with heartache and loneliness, Mikage finds solace in the warmth and familiarity of kitchens, spaces that symbolize...Paperback$2799Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips MondayHow to Disagree
Whether it's at work, at home or in public, confronting our differences is the only way to make the most out of them. How to Disagree is about how to do that successfully. Drawing on essential lessons from world-class experts on how to disagree well and combining them with inspiring stories of productive disagreements from science, technology and the arts,...Paperback$2600Elsewhere:$2799Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips MondayHow High We Go in the Dark
SHORTLISTED FOR THE WATERSTONES DEBUT FICTION PRIZE 2022 FINALIST FOR THE BARNES & NOBLE DISCOVER PRIZE 2022 FINALIST FOR THE URSULA LE GUIN PRIZE FOR FICTION 2022 WATERSTONES AND ESQUIRE BEST BOOKS OF 2022 ‘Haunting and luminous … An astonishing debut’ – Alan Moore, creator of Watchmen and V for Vendetta 'A powerfully moving and thought provoking read. At times...Paperback$2499Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips MondayHow Europe Underdeveloped Africa
How Europe Underdeveloped Africa, written by Walter Rodney, is an ambitious masterwork of political economy that delves deeply into the devastating impacts of slavery and colonialism on the continent of Africa. The book outlines how these historical processes were instrumental to the development of international capitalism, arguing persuasively that African underdevelopment is neither an incidental outcome nor a feature of...Paperback$3499Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips MondayHouse of Trelawney
House of Trelawney by Hannah Rothschild is a captivating exploration of family, tradition, and modern crises set against the backdrop of an ancient castle. For 800 years, the earls of Trelawney have called the titular castle their home. However, the grandeur of their lineage now stands in stark contrast to their current state of disrepair and financial ruin. Living in...Paperback$2299Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips MondayGoodbye Eastern Europe
Do not rush to bid farewell to eastern Europe until reading this book. Meticulously researched and beautifully written, this very personal story of the place that one can’t find on the map pays tribute to the origins of the experiences, cultures and ideas that continue to shape political and ideological battles of the modern world. Serhii Plokhy Eastern Europe is...Paperback$2499Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips MondayGod is Not Great
In God is Not Great, Christopher Hitchens embarks on a powerful and provocative journey, meticulously dissecting the world's major religious texts and traditions. This thought-provoking work highlights his passionate argument against organised religion, providing compelling reasons why humanity might fare better without it. With incisive wit and unrelenting logic, Hitchens critiques the moral and philosophical doctrines of religion, offering a...Paperback$3299Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips MondayEcology of Fear
Counterpointing Los Angeles’s central role in America’s fantasy life—the city has been destroyed no less than 138 times in novels and films since 1909—with its wanton denial of its own real history, Mike Davis creates a revelatory kaleidoscope of American fact, imagery, and sensibility. Drawing upon a vast array of sources, Ecology of Fear meticulously captures the nation’s violent malaise...Paperback$3299Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips MondayConsolations
Consolations by David Whyte delves into the intricate and multifaceted nature of human emotions and experiences, offering profound reflections on the aspects of life that often evoke discomfort and unease. Whyte courageously addresses themes such as loss, heartbreak, vulnerability, and fear, providing a fresh and insightful perspective that encourages readers to embrace these challenges rather than avoid them. Each chapter...Hardback$3600Elsewhere:$3999Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips MondayComplications
In Complications, Atul Gawande delves into the fascinating, often challenging, world of surgery, offering readers an intimate, behind-the-scenes look at the pressures and complexities faced by surgeons. Through a series of gripping narratives and thought-provoking essays, Gawande explores both the successes and failures inherent to the profession, painting a vivid picture of the high stakes that come with wielding a...Paperback$2500Elsewhere:$2799Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips MondayCatherine The Great
The fascinating true story behind HBO's Catherine the Great starring Dame Helen Mirren as Catherine the Great awaits readers in Robert K. Massie's masterful biography. Born into a minor noble family, young Sophia transformed herself into Catherine, Empress of Russia, through sheer determination and political acumen. Her ascent to power is nothing short of extraordinary, marked by strategic marriages, cunning...Paperback$2999Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips MondayBuilding a Second Brain
A WALL STREET JOURNAL BESTSELLER A FINANCIAL TIMES BUSINESS BOOK OF THE MONTH A FAST COMPANY TOP SUMMER PICK 'Completely changed my life' - Ali Abdaal, YouTuber and Entrepreneur 'Reading this book feels like being let in on a secret. ... an absolute must read' - Ryder Carroll, author of The Bullet Journal Method Discover the full potential of your...Paperback$2600Elsewhere:$2799Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips MondayBoys & Sex
Boys & Sex is a deep dive into the complex world of male adolescence and the sexual culture that shapes young men today. In this compelling and eye-opening exploration, bestselling author Peggy Orenstein brings to light the hidden dynamics of young male sexuality and the challenges boys face in an ever-evolving social landscape. Building on the groundbreaking research that informed...Paperback$2500Elsewhere:$2799Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips MondayBlackouts
Blackouts by Justin Torres is a mesmerising and intimate novel that navigates the intricate layers of queer histories through the lens of two men from different generations. This emotionally rich narrative is crafted by the critically acclaimed author of We the Animals, and it invites readers into a deeply profound exploration of identity, memory, and societal oppression. At the heart...Hardback$3799Elsewhere:$3999Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips MondayBiography of X
When X - an iconoclastic artist, writer and polarising shape-shifter - dies suddenly, her widow, wild with grief, hurls herself into writing a biography of the woman she deified. Though X was recognised as a crucial creative force of her era, she kept a tight grip on her life story. Not even CM, her wife, knew where X had been...Paperback$3999Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips MondayA Very French Affair
Every copy of a Very French Affair sold on Book Hero has been personally signed by the author with a handwritten whimsical note. Secure your copy today! Whether you are contemplating your second act, a fellow Francophile, introvert or gourmande, whether you are a romantic, a clown, or just a lover of life in all its messy wonder, I dare...Paperback$3000Elsewhere:$3999Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips MondayAutumn Light
We cherish things, Japan has always known, precisely because they cannot last; it's their frailty that adds sweetness to their beauty. Returning to his home in Japan after his father-in-law's sudden death, Pico Iyer soon immerses himself in the rhythm of daily life, engaging in simple yet profound routines. He frequents the local post office during the day and plays...Paperback$2499Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips MondayAssyria
The first comprehensive account of the rise and fall of what historians consider to be the world’s very first empire: Assyria 'A work of remarkable synthesis. The range of its sources is truly extraordinary . . . Frahm punctures a fair share of myths too' Pratinav Anil, The Times At its height in 660 BCE, the kingdom of Assyria stretched...Paperback$2500Elsewhere:$2799Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips MondayA Spy Among Friends
NOW A MAJOR SIX-PART SERIES ON ITVX, STARRING DAMIAN LEWIS AND GUY PEARCE A SUNDAY TIMES No. 1 BESTSELLER WITH AN AFTERWORD BY JOHN LE CARRÉ A Spy Among Friends by Ben Macintyre delves into the astonishing true story of Kim Philby, a high-ranking British intelligence officer who became one of history's most dangerous Soviet moles. Set against the richly...Paperback$2200Elsewhere:$2499Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips MondayA Philosophy of Walking
By walking, you escape from the very idea of identity, the temptation to be someone, to have a name and a history ... The freedom in walking lies in not being anyone; for the walking body has no history, it is just an eddy in the stream of immemorial life. In A Philosophy of Walking, a bestseller in France, leading...Paperback$2299Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips MondayAlexandria
Not all lost cities are real, but this one was. The extraordinary story of Alexander the Great's lost city, and a quest to unravel one of the most captivating mysteries in ancient history. ‘Superb … impeccably researched, but with the pace and deftly woven plot complexity of a John le Carré novel... utterly brilliant’ William Dalrymple, Guardian ‘[An] exceptional biography...Paperback$2499Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips MondayAesthetics and Politics
Delve into the profound and influential Marxist aesthetic debates that shaped the course of 20th-century intellectual history with Aesthetics and Politics. This seminal work assembles the pivotal texts of the great Marxist controversies over literature and art that took place between the 1930s and 1950s in German culture—an era that witnessed an unparalleled tradition of major aesthetic discourse. The book...Paperback$2499Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips Monday52 Ways to Walk
'A delightful balance of ideas, inspiration and science' — Tristan Gooley, author of The Walker's Guide to Outdoor Clues & Signs 'We can all learn something from 52 Ways to Walk. I know I can.' — Michael Ball, BBC Radio 2 “Walking had become, once again, the great adventure of my life. But this time science could explain how and...Paperback$2499Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips MondayTitans of War
Titans of War by Wilbur Smith and Mark Chadbourn is the riveting second book in the New Kingdom series, further cementing Smith’s legacy as a master of historical fiction. Set against the richly detailed backdrop of ancient Egypt, this thrilling saga continues to explore the era's epic struggles and bold heroes. For over fifty years, Egypt has been ravaged by...Paperback$2100Elsewhere:$2799Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips MondayThe Tattooist of Auschwitz (Tie-in)
LOVED BY OVER 13 MILLION READERS ACROSS THE WORLD The first book in Heather Morris's highly acclaimed The Tattooist of Auschwitz series - now a major Stan Original Series. In 1942, Lale Sokolov arrived in Auschwitz concentration camp. He was given the job of tattooing those prisoners marked for survival. Waiting in line to be tattooed, terrified and shaking, was...Paperback$2499Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips MondayModern Chinese
Modern Chinese by Sam Low demystifies modern Chinese cooking with a collection of accessible, simple recipes that can be cooked with ingredients from the supermarket. He describes in detail how to build your pantry of classic Chinese ingredients, setting the foundation for cooking. Having grown up in a diasporic Chinese household, Sam creates recipes with a unique take on nostalgic...Hardback$3700Elsewhere:$4999Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips MondayHarry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince
Loved by millions of readers worldwide, let the sixth story in the greatest children’s book series of all time take you on an unforgettable journey. The hope and wonder of Harry Potter’s world will make you want to escape to Hogwarts again and again. There’s magic on every page! As the wizarding world teeters on the brink of war, darkness...Paperback$2799Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips MondayDon't Dream It's Over
In early 1980, 21-year-old Neil Mullane Finn wrote 'I Got You', which became the signature song and biggest hit for the Kiwi band Split Enz, co-founded by Neil's big brother Tim several years earlier. Over the next four decades, Neil not only nurtured one of the finest heads of hair in music, but crafted hit after hit—'Don't Dream It's Over',...Paperback$3300Elsewhere:$3799Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips MondayBrave Kahu and the Porangi Magpie
Brave Kāhu and the Pōrangi Magpie takes a fresh, hawk-like dive into the fictional lives of our native manu. Beautiful writing for young readers. — Aotearoa New Zealand Review of Books A stunning story of family, te taiao, and rising to an occasion. — The Spinoff Poto is the perfect fledgling — the apple of her father's eye and a...Paperback$1700Elsewhere:$1999Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips MondayBeyoncé
In this book from the highly acclaimed Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the inspiring life of Beyoncé, the chart-topping superstar. Beyoncé was quiet as a child but always enjoyed singing and dancing. At a young age, she went to see a concert, and from that moment on, she felt inspired to perform. She loved putting on shows for the...Hardback$1999Elsewhere:$2299Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips Monday