Browsing: Nonfiction

“Fun…and full of smart science. Fans of CSI–the real kind–will want to read it” (The Washington Post): A young forensic…

A “remarkable” New York Times bestseller (John Grisham): Convicted of a white-collar crime, Neil White was sent to a prison inside the continental United States’ last leprosy colony — where he found true happiness. A “witty, well-rendered narrative of redemption and enlightenment” (Library Journal).

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!

In this New York Times bestseller, an award-winning science journalist explains the emergence of zoonotic diseases — illnesses that pass from animal to human — and the ways they are linked to disrupted ecosystems. “An essential work” (Booklist) with over 7,400 five-star Goodreads ratings.

From “America’s nerviest journalist” (Newsweek)–a breath-taking epic, a magnificent adventure story, and an investigation into the true heroism and courage…

As someone who clocked more time in mosh pits and at pro–choice rallies than kneeling in a pew, Kaya Oakes…

In this “indelible portrait of a peculiar society” (Vogue), a sociologist infiltrates the contemporary art world, from its wealthy auction-goers to its complex politics. An “astute and often entertaining ethnography of this status-driven world” (Publishers Weekly) with over 11,000 five-star ratings on Goodreads.

Pastors and leaders of the classical church–such as Augustine, Calvin, Luther, and Wesley–interpreted the Bible theologically, believing Scripture as a…

Billy Crystal reflects on his life and career while taking a “laugh-out-loud” look (Entertainment Weekly) at getting older in this New York Times bestseller! “A funny and genuinely moving chronicle of his life inside and outside Hollywood” (Publishers Weekly).

EXPANDED WITH A NEW EPILOGUE “The tragedies keep coming. As we reel from the latest horror . . .” So…