Browsing: Nonfiction

Hailed upon publication as the “science book of the year” (The Guardian), this “extraordinary” must-read (The New York Times Book Review) demystifies — and redefines — heredity. “A magnificent work… As engrossing as it is enlightening” (Publishers Weekly starred review).

In this practical guide to resilience, a New York Times bestselling author and psychologist explains how to lead a life of peace despite adversity. “The most valuable, comprehensive book on human development that I’ve ever read” (New York Times bestselling author Joan Borysenko).

“If you love Sherlock Holmes, you’ll love this book…the best account of Baker Street mania ever written.”—Michael Dirda, The Washington PostWinner…

“Electrifying” (Library Journal): In this NPR Best Book of 2018, a Black feminist hailed as “one of our fiercest voices in the new generation of African American thinkers” (Essence) explores Black women’s anger and its power to change society. A “funny, wrenching, pithy, and pointed” memoir (The New Republic).