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Over the course of his career, forensic anthropologist Dr. Bill Bass has searched for the remnants of a decades-old plane crash, deciphered ancient death scenes, reassembled bodies, and more. In this gripping volume, he recounts some of his most unbelievable crime scene investigations.

Why would a smart New York investment banker pay twelve million dollars for the decaying, stuffed carcass of a shark?…

A collection of humorous and nostalgic Americana stories—the beloved, bestselling classics that inspired the movie A Christmas StoryBefore Garrison Keillor…

A Washington Post Best Book of the Year: This “penetrating and authoritative overview” (Publishers Weekly starred review) of a storied civilization’s rise and fall paints a “rich portrait of ancient Egypt’s complex evolution over the course of three millenniums” (Los Angeles Times).

A Wall Street Journal bestseller: Hoover headed the FBI for 50 years, leaving a trail of paranoia, blackmail, and other indiscretions in his wake. This fascinating biography “throws light on Hoover’s relentless corruption and other skeletons in his closet” (Publishers Weekly).

A horrific torture case with a ticking clock.All he can see is the bottle.Private detectives Ram and Will thought they’d…

NASA astronaut Julie Starr knows nothing is earned without blood, sweat, and frizzy hair. Recently returned from orbit, Jules is…

NASA Flight Surgeon Dr. Rebecca Sato has earned her dream job. Now she’s ready to explore the next frontier… having…

Dr. Rudolf Vrba survived for 21 months in Auschwitz — and, in 1944, successfully escaped and became one of the first people to provide a detailed account of the horrors happening within. This unforgettable memoir chronicles his vital story.

Murder in the Caribbean…Rachel once again joins the Coral Queen for a holiday of a lifetime with her octogenarian friend…