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This engrossing volume brings to life the turbulent decade of the Great Depression. “A shrewd, concise, wonderfully written account of America in the ’30s… A reminder of why history matters” (The New York Times).

Master the secrets of wealth and success with this motivational business classic — an international bestseller with nearly 70,000 five-star ratings on Goodreads!

With over 3,700 five-star ratings on Goodreads: This enthralling New York Times bestseller tells the story of Jim Henson, the innovative creator of the Muppets. “An exhaustive work that is never exhausting, a credit both to Jones’s brisk style and to Henson’s exceptional life” (The New York Times).

Major New York Times bestsellerWinner of the National Academy of Sciences Best Book Award in 2012Selected by the New York…

A new edition of a classic business text from a New York Times bestselling author: Learn why people say yes — and how to resist when others try to persuade you — in this research-based examination of ethical persuasion. With over 55,000 five-star Goodreads ratings!

A “fascinating” read (Associated Press) from a Wall Street Journal bestselling author: Explore the world of bees in this captivating portrait of a migratory beekeeper that is “at once science lesson, sociological study, and breezy read” (The Boston Globe).

A #1 New York Times bestseller with over 2,700 five-star Goodreads ratings! This “ambitious, magnificently vivid novel” (The Atlantic) follows an American soldier across decades and continents — from the Pacific jungles during World War II to Cold War–era Vietnam. “Remarkable” (The New York Times).

Colonel Chris Hadfield has spent decades training as an astronaut and has logged nearly 4000 hours in space. During this…

In this “chuckle-worthy” read (Booklist), Michael Tonello recounts his rollicking adventures as a veritable treasure hunter for fabulously wealthy clients seeking luxury handbags. “A funny, whip-smart memoir” (Publishers Weekly starred review) with over 900 five-star Goodreads ratings!

This New York Times bestseller traces the story of the tulip, from its origins to its brief but dramatic impact on the 17th-century Netherlands — where many gambled their fortunes on the flower frenzy. “A historical journey rich with details… Penetrating and lively” (Booklist).