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This Is Strategy: Make Better Plans (Create a Strategy to Elevate Your Career, Community & Life)
by Seth GodinA Best Non-Fiction Book of 2024 from The Next Big Idea Book Club and National Bestseller. From Seth Godin, one of the world's most influential business thinkers and bestselling author of This is Marketing, comes an essential guide to thinking strategically in a complex, ever-changing world."With his signature clarity and brevity, the marketing maven presents memorable, practical advice for making smarter plans." —Adam Grant, author of Think Again In this unique and thought-provoking book, Godin shares insights on strategy through a series of powerful reflections and observations that will reshape how you approach problems, make decisions, and create change. &“Creating tomorrow by repeating yesterday is not a useful way forward.&” &“Every strategy requires choice. And those choices often involve saying &‘no&’ to things we could do, but won&’t do.&” &“It&’s not easy to persuade someone to want what you want. It&’s much more productive to find people who already want to go where you&’d like to take them.&” This is Strategy is a modern classic that offers perspectives you'll find yourself returning to again and again. Rather than providing step-by-step formulas, Godin offers something more valuable: a new way of seeing and thinking about the challenges you face. You&’ll discover how to: - Identify your "smallest viable audience" and make remarkable work they can't ignore - Understand and influence the systems shaping our world - Prioritize long-term thinking over instant gratification - Make smart, purposeful choices that shape a better tomorrow Who this book is for: - Leaders who want to think more deeply about their impact - Entrepreneurs tired of conventional business advice - Change-makers seeking lasting transformation in their career and community - Anyone feeling stuck in outdated systems and looking for a fresh perspective Strategy turns our effort into impact. Your journey to better thinking starts here.
We Hold These "Truths": How to Spot the Myths that are Holding America Back
by Casey Burgat&“This book is the crash course in civics that America needs." —Adam Grant, #1 New York Times bestselling author of THINK AGAIN, and host of the podcast Re:Thinking "Dismantles dozens of myths about American politics in the service of rebuilding American democracy." —Daniel H. Pink, #1 New York Times bestselling author and former White House speechwriter "A bracing and often entertaining corrective to some misinformation about the way things work." —Kirkus ReviewsIn this clear-eyed guide, America&’s political experts cut through the spin and expose the myths holding our democracy back. Our political system is bogged down by convenient falsehoods, fueled by those who benefit from the chaos. These myths distort our view of government and prevent us from solving real problems, leaving many Americans feeling frustrated and hopeless. In We Hold These "Truths", former congressional staffer turned George Washington University grad school professor Casey Burgat leads a diverse team of officials, academics, and experts from both sides of the aisle to expose the lies at the heart of our political dysfunction. They debunk talking points about term limits, lobbyists, money in politics, and more – offering real-world insights into how our government actually works. Replacing myths with clarity and solutions, We Hold These "Truths" empowers us all to see past the distractions, understand the system, and demand the kind of government that will actually bring about positive change. Chapters: &“The Founders, In Their Infinite Wisdom…&” by Dr. Lindsay Chervinsky &“Members of Congress Don't Do Anything&” by Rep. Derek Kilmer &“The President Should Just…&” by Alyssa Farah Griffin &“I vote the issues, not the party&” by Dr. Lilliana Mason "The Supreme Court Has Become Politicized" by Steve Vladeck, &“Politicians Are Bought and Paid For&” by Rep. Steve Israel &“Bipartisanship is Dead&” by Dr. Frances E. Lee and Dr. James Curry &“The Filibuster Forces Compromise" by Adam Jentleson &“I Wish the Parties Would Work Together&” by Rep. Bill Pascrell &“Lobbyists Are Evil&” by Rev. Quardricos Driskell "The Media Wants to Polarize Us&” by Matt Fuller "Keep Your Politics Out of My Sports" by Jane McManus
Comedic Timing: A Modern Romance (831 Stories)
by Upasna BarathMoving to NYC means a fresh start for Naina, until an unexpected connection has her questioning everything she thought she knew about love, ambition, and her place in the world.&“People who've been &‘that woman crying on the subway just after moving to New York&’ will feel so seen. (It's me. I'm people.) Comedic Timing is a raw depiction of romance and friendship, featuring all the complexity of navigating sex and love as a bi woman.&” —Kate Goldbeck, author of You, Again Naina Rao is ready for this to be her year: She&’s entered her mid-twenties, landed a steady job, broken up with her intensely passionate older girlfriend Sofia, and committed to hustling her way into a creative career. But the city doesn&’t exactly embrace her with open arms – at least not until she meets David, an aspiring filmmaker and collaborator who makes New York start to feel like home. But is this a professional connection or a romantic one? And does opening herself up to a relationship with David mean compromising her sexual identity and her aspirations? The third book from 831 Stories, a modern romantic fiction company that prioritizes pleasure reading and the genre&’s enthusiastic fans. For more pleasure reading, follow @831storieshq.
Superagency: What Could Possibly Go Right with Our AI Future
by Reid Hoffman Greg BeatoInstant New York Times and USA Today Bestseller. Tech visionary and co-founder of Manas AI Reid Hoffman shares his unique insider’s perspective on an AI-powered future, making the case for its potential to unlock a world of possibilities. <p> "An essential companion." — Fei-Fei Li <p> "An important read." —Bill Gates <p> "Brilliant mind. Compassionate heart. Bold ideas…Read this book!” —Van Jones <p> "Refreshingly optimistic and welcome perspective." — Ariana Huffington <p> "A fascinating and insightful book." —Yuval Noah Harari <p> As taught at UPenn's Wharton and Stanford. Superagency offers a roadmap for using AI inclusively and adaptively to improve our lives and create positive change. While acknowledging challenges like disinformation and potential job changes, the book focuses on AI’s immense potential to increase individual agency and create better outcomes for society as a whole. Imagine AI tutors personalizing education for each child, researchers rapidly discovering cures for diseases like Alzheimer's and cancer, and AI advisors empowering people to navigate complex systems and achieve their goals. Hoffman and co-author, tech and culture writer Greg Beato envision a world where these possibilities, and many more, become a reality. <p> Superagency challenges conventional fears, inviting us to view the future through a lens of opportunity, rather than fear. It’s a call to action – to embrace AI with excitement and actively shape a world where human ingenuity and the power of AI combine to create something extraordinary. Entrepreneur Reid Hoffman is a co-founder of LinkedIn, Inflection AI, and Manas AI. He is also host of the podcasts Possible and Masters of Scale. <b>New York Times Bestseller</b>
Healing from an Emotionally Absent Mother: Learn to Build Trust, Take In Nourishment, and Move Past the Wounds Left by Neglect - A Workbook
by Jasmin Lee CoriAn indispensable hands-on guide to healing from the effects of childhood emotional neglect from the author of the groundbreaking The Emotionally Absent Mother If you grew up with an emotionally absent mother—a mother who was cold, dismissive of your needs, unwilling or unable to give you the nurturing you needed—the wounds can last a lifetime. You may find yourself wondering, Why is it so hard to attend to my own needs? Why do I have so much trouble trusting people to be there for me? Do I need to hide parts of myself to be lovable? But you’re not alone, and healing is possible. This workbook, from an expert in childhood emotional neglect, will guide you through the process of emerging from the pain and reclaiming the self you hid or changed for Mother’s sake. Inside you’ll find tools and more than seventy exercises, including personal inventories, journaling prompts, and small-group discussion questions, to help you work through the lingering effects of your neglect and be a better mother to yourself. This compassionate workbook will help you: Recognize your emotional neglect and abuse Identify its ongoing impacts Work through your deeper emotions Heal attachment wounds Parent your wounded parts Take in love and support You’ll replace limiting self-images, defensive habits, and deep grief with self-assurance, openness, and hope—and ultimately, be equipped to embrace a more nourished and fulfilled life.
Nine Minds: Inner Lives on the Spectrum
by null Daniel TammetFrom the New York Times–bestselling author of Born on a Blue Day and Thinking in Numbers, this poignant, perspective-altering book celebrates the power and beauty of the neurodivergent mind, as told through the true stories of nine contemporary men and women on the autism spectrum. “Tammet’s exquisite portraits remind us that the variety of brains is every bit as essential as any other form of diversity.”—Andrew Solomon, author of Far from the Tree Exploding the tired stereotypes of autism, Daniel Tammet—acclaimed author and an autistic savant himself—draws out the inner worlds of nine extraordinary, neurodivergent lives from around the globe. A nonverbal man from Boston explores body language, gesture by eloquent gesture, in his mother’s yoga classes. A Japanese researcher in psychology sets out to measure loneliness while drawing on her own experience of autism. From a Fields Medal–winning mathematician to a murder detective, a pioneering surgeon to a bestselling novelist, each is remarkable in their field, and each is changing how the world sees those on the spectrum. Telling stories as richly diverse as the spectrum itself, this perspective-altering, life-affirming work of narrative nonfiction celebrates the power and beauty of the neurodivergent mind—and the daring freedom with which these individuals have built their lives.
The Shortest History of Migration: When, Why, and How Humans Move - From the Prehistoric Peopling of the Planet to Today and Tomorrow's Migrants (The Shortest History Series)
by Ian GoldinFrom the Silk Roads to the Berlin Wall, discover the globe-turning history of human migration. “Provides essential context to one of today’s most polarizing debates . . . engrossing and instructive—a must-read.”—Sir Richard Branson, founder of the Virgin Group We are a species in motion—from the first steps of Homo sapiens across Africa to America’s “melting pot.” And when we move—in search of better things, or against our will—our beliefs and skills clash and combine, reshaping society time and again. In this visionary Shortest History of Migration, Ian Goldin uncovers key moments of cultural exchange while carefully examining empire, slavery, and war. Throughout, we meet famous explorers (Zheng He), exiles (Pablo Neruda), and everyday people in extraordinary circumstances: a Jewish man saved by the Kindertransport, a Japanese gardener who blossomed in Mexico City. Today, freedom of movement is being curtailed, even as climate change and conflict mobilize people everywhere around the world. Goldin reminds us that passports at every border are a modern invention (he traces the “birth of big brother” to World War I), revealing the folly of trying to halt migration—and proposing commonsense policy instead. A gripping chronicle of want and wanderlust, this is a moving portrait of humanity—in every sense of the word. The Shortest History books deliver thousands of years of history in one riveting, fast-paced read.
The Shortest History of the Dinosaurs: The 230-Million-Year Story of Their Time on Earth (The Shortest History Series)
by Riley BlackA highlight-reel history of the dinosaurs, told like never before—bringing their world to vivid life in a paleontological detective story The Shortest History of the Dinosaurs tells the 230-million-year epic of these staggeringly fascinating prehistoric creatures, covering their small beginnings, spectacular golden periods, and stunning evolutionary success—before an unthinkable asteroid event brought everything to a screeching halt. But this history digs deeper, using numerous recent fossil discoveries and fresh understandings of genetics and evolution to show how we’ve gleaned so much about a long-lost world from mere fragments of fossil. Marshaling the evidence, award-winning author Riley Black reveals the startling relationships that dinosaurs shared with one another, the land they lived on, and other animal species. By conjuring a more complete picture of Earth in the age of the dinosaurs, she shows us how these massive monsters owe their rise to luck as much as to their cunning—and the many surprising ways they left an indelible mark on their dramatically changing world.
Dimming the Sun: The Urgent Case for Geoengineering
by Thomas RamgeA groundbreaking, vital examination of a powerful—and extremely controversial—stopgap solution to looming climate catastrophe “It would be great if humanity could forgo solar geoengineering and get climate change under control before the world goes off the rails. But I no longer believe in this possibility.” Earth stands at a tipping point. As we fail to curtail emissions fast enough, our planet stares down a cascade of imminent, catastrophic, and irreversible disaster triggered by climate change. Yet a potent technology already exists to buy us more time: solar geoengineering. Through methods such as atmospheric aerosols, human-generated cirrus clouds, and solar sails, we humans can—at least in the short term—slow the Earth’s warming. Should we? Award-winning science writer Thomas Ramge’s Dimming the Sun is his provocative, informative, urgent, and necessary exploration of this intriguing stopgap solution. Ramge shows us how the science works, what the risks are—both geophysical and political—and how the international community might come together to agree on and regulate a safe and effective plan for geoengineering. And while he identifies the unknowns about the technology that remain, he believes this very uncertainty demands our full attention. With time to avert the worst of climate change rapidly running out, he makes a forceful case that the most responsible course of action is to dramatically increase research on solar geoengineering now—before it’s too late.
The Shortest History of Music: From Bone Flutes to Synthesizers, Hildegard of Bingen to Beyoncé - 5,000 Years of Instrument and Song (The Shortest History Series)
by Andrew FordFrom prehistoric songwriting to digital recording, discover the history of the world’s favorite art form No other art is as popular—or pervasive—as music. With just a few clicks, anyone can cue up (and critique) Chopin or Cher, The Bangles or The Beatles—even the brand-new Beyoncé. But things weren’t always this way. In this brisk, breakneck history under 300 pages, award-winning composer, author, and broadcaster Andrew Ford replays the dramatic evolution of music, from early oral songs to the first orchestras (and their wealthy patrons) and from the emergence of recording technology to the multibillion-dollar industry we know today. The Shortest History of Music explores the immense influence of religion, politics, and the economy on world music, what led humans to make music in the first place, and why—in every era—we are irresistibly drawn to listen to it. The Shortest History books deliver thousands of years of history in one riveting, fast-paced read.
Tamed: From Wild to Domesticated, the Ten Animals and Plants That Changed Human History
by Alice RobertsAn “epic and joyous” (Adam Rutherford) history of our species, using recent scientific discoveries to explore humanity’s domestication of the plants and animals that have allowed human civilization to thrive. “An excellent point of entry for anyone who wants to understand the new deep human history and what it portends.”—The Guardian Dogs became our companions. Wheat fed booming populations. Cattle gave us meat and milk. Corn fueled the growth of empires. Potatoes brought feast and famine. Chickens inspired new branches of science. Rice promised a golden future. Horses gave us strength and speed. Apples provided harvestable sweetness. Humans tamed them all. For hundreds of thousands of years, our ancestors were just one wild species among many, their survival dependent on the whims of nature. Then, gradually, we began to tame the plants and animals all around us—and ourselves. Combining genetics, archaeology, evolutionary biology, and anthropology, Tamed tells the story of the greatest revolution in human history, revealing the fascinating origins of crucial domesticated species and how they, in turn, transformed us. Dogs, our first natural ally, aided Ice Age–era hunters and gatherers. Domesticated horses led to new ideas about hunting and combat in the Eurasian Steppe. The reliability of wheat and corn allowed humans to settle down and build civilizations of unprecedented complexity. As she uncovers the astounding global implications of domestication, Alice Roberts urges us to look again at our relationship with the natural world—and our incredible influence upon it.
Newborn 101: Third Trimester and Postpartum Care for You and Your Baby - Secrets from Expert Baby Nurses (Updated & Expanded Second Edition)
by Carole Kramer ArsenaultUpdated with new baby-care research, the second edition of Newborn 101 answers your most urgent questions with advice from expert baby nurses. Pregnancy, childbirth, and your baby’s first months are some of the most cherished parts of parenthood—but they can also be nerve-racking, especially for new parents. Carole Kramer Arsenault has spent the last two decades helping parents, both as a longtime pediatric nurse and as the founder of the most highly regarded baby-care service in New England. From the first trimester to the “fourth” (baby’s crucial first three months), Arsenault and her team of nurses and doulas have seen it all. In this expanded second edition, Arsenault shares updated research in the field of newborn care, including: advice from postpartum doulas about caring for your body and mind after childbirth, such as guidelines for creating your “postpartum village” updated recommendations for infant-care products like car seats, pajamas, and changing stations new medical guidelines for what to eat during pregnancy and what to feed your newborn expanded sections on sleep, screen time for babies, and pain medications for childbirth Expert care can be hard to come by—now, you can enjoy the most precious moments with your newborn with this handy guide to everything from bath time to breastfeeding.
Beyond Stoicism: A Guide to the Good Life with Stoics, Skeptics, Epicureans, and Other Ancient Philosophers
by Massimo Pigliucci Gregory Lopez Meredith Alexander KunzNavigate the challenges of modern life, with ancient and time-tested Greek and Roman thinkers at your side. What is a good life? And how can we create that life in a world filled with uncertainty? Beyond Stoicism invites you to find your own answers to these big questions with help from thirteen of the most prominent Greco-Roman philosophers—many of whom inspired, or were inspired by, the Stoics. By taking cues from the lives and ideas of the Cynics, Epicureans, and others, you’ll learn to: Seek pleasure with Aristippus Strike the right balance with Aristotle Focus on what’s up to you with Epictetus Be a rebel like Hipparchia Embrace uncertainty with Carneades Question everything with Socrates Work toward a just society with Plato And much more Times have changed, but the quest for eudaimonia—a life worth living—stays the same: We still seek pleasure and crave love, avoid pain and fear death. That’s why all these ancient sages can continue to guide us, practicing Stoics and new seekers alike. With exercises to help you test-drive each philosophy today
Much Ado About Numbers: Shakespeare's Mathematical Life and Times
by Rob EastawayOpen a new portal into Shakespeare’s words—and his Renaissance life—with math and numbers as your key. Shakespeare’s era was abuzz with mathematical progress, from the new concept of “zero” to Galileo’s redraft of the heavens. Now, Rob Eastaway uncovers the many surprising ways math shaped Shakespeare’s plays—and his world—touring astronomy, code-breaking, color theory, navigation, music, sports, and more. How reliable was a pocket sundial? Was math illusionist John Dee the real-life Prospero? How long was a Scottish mile, and what could you buy for a groat? Do Jupiter’s moons have a cameo in Cymbeline? How did ordinary people use numbers day to day? And might Shakespeare have tried that game-changing invention—the pencil? Full of delights for devotees of both Tudor history and the Bard, Much Ado About Numbers is proof that the arts and sciences have always danced together.
Puzzle Me Twice: 70 Simple Puzzles (Alex Bellos Puzzle Books #0)
by Alex Bellos“A brilliant collection of puzzles. Never has getting the answer wrong felt so good!”—G. T. Karber, author of Murdle Most people get these puzzles wrong. Will you beat the odds? From mathy mind-benders to eye-fooling illusions, here are 70 perplexing puzzles of every kind. But they all have one key thing in common—a wrong answer that seems so right! In Puzzle Me Twice, you’ll have to think—and think again—to overrule your first instinct and uncover the truth. For example: If a hen and a half lays an egg and a half in a day and a half, how many eggs do half a dozen hens lay in half a dozen days?* Bestselling author Alex Bellos wrangles math and physics, logic and wordplay, optical illusions, card games, and more to tie readers’ brains in pleasurable knots. It’s a merry tour of the many ways our reasoning can go wrong—and how we can be more fool-proof in the future. Puzzle on! *Four times as many hens, over four times as many days, lay 16 times as many eggs: 1.5 × 16 = 24 eggs.
How to Understand and Deal with Stress: Everything You Need to Know (How to Understand and Deal with...Series #0)
by Katy GeorgiouA practical, supportive, and easy-to-read guide to help you understand and overcome stress, filled with helpful tips and actionable advice Feeling overwhelmed? This little book is here to help. How to Understand and Deal with Stress is a friendly, accessible guide with all the information and advice you need to identify the source of your struggles and take practical steps to reduce or manage the burden. By learning the science behind stress and understanding how it affects your mind and body, you'll start to dismantle its hold on you. And with practical ways to manage stress—including physical, medical, and therapeutic perspectives—this book will help you support your mental health and improve your overall wellbeing. After reading this book, you will: Understand the science behind stress, how it manifests, what causes it, and how to identify symptoms and triggers Be armed with physical and practical steps you can take to alleviate stress, from breathing exercises and healthy lifestyle choices to problem-solving techniques and coping mechanisms Have a host of holistic remedies up your sleeve for when stress strikes, such as mindfulness, visualization, and breathwork Know about the medical treatments and therapies available, and know how and when to seek professional help or support With the right knowledge and guidance, you can learn to understand and manage stress so that you can get back to feeling like yourself again.
How to Understand and Deal with Social Anxiety: Everything You Need to Know (How to Understand and Deal with...Series #0)
by Mita MistraA practical, supportive, and easy-to-read guide to help you understand and overcome social anxiety, filled with helpful tips and actionable advice Feeling overwhelmed? This little book is here to help. How to Understand and Deal with Social Anxiety is a friendly, accessible guide with all the information and advice you need to identify the source of your struggles and take practical steps to reduce or manage the burden of your symptoms. By learning the science behind social anxiety and understanding how it affects your mind and body, you'll start to dismantle its hold on you. And with practical ways to manage the condition—including physical, medical, and therapeutic perspectives—this book will help you support your mental health and improve your overall wellbeing. After reading this book, you will: Understand the science behind social anxiety, how it manifests, what causes it, and how to identify symptoms and triggers Be armed with physical and practical steps you can take to alleviate the symptoms of social anxiety, from breathing exercises and healthy lifestyle choices to problem-solving techniques and coping mechanisms Have a host of holistic remedies up your sleeve for when social anxiety strikes, such as mindfulness, visualization, and breathwork Know about the medical treatments and therapies available, and know how and when to seek professional help or support With the right knowledge and guidance, you can learn to understand and manage social anxiety so that you can get back to feeling like yourself again.
How to Understand and Deal with Depression: Everything You Need to Know (How to Understand and Deal with...Series #0)
by Wendy GreenA practical, supportive, and easy-to-read guide to help you understand and overcome depression, filled with helpful tips and actionable advice Feeling overwhelmed? This little book is here to help. How to Understand and Deal with Depression is a friendly, accessible guide with all the information and advice you need to identify the source of your struggles and take practical steps to reduce or manage the burden of your symptoms. By learning the science behind depression and understanding how it affects your mind and body, you'll start to dismantle its hold on you. And with practical ways to manage the condition—including physical, medical, and therapeutic perspectives—this book will help you support your mental health and improve your overall wellbeing. After reading this book, you will: Understand the science behind depression, how it manifests, what causes it, and how to identify symptoms and triggers Be armed with practical steps you can take to alleviate the symptoms of depression, from breathing exercises and healthy lifestyle choices to problem-solving techniques and coping mechanisms Have a host of holistic remedies up your sleeve for when depression strikes, such as mindfulness, visualization, and breathwork Know about the medical treatments and therapies available, and know how and when to seek professional help or support With the right knowledge and guidance, you can learn to understand and manage depression so that you can get back to feeling like yourself again.
How to Understand and Deal with Anxiety: Everything You Need to Know (How to Understand and Deal with...Series #0)
by Rasha BarrageA practical, supportive, and easy-to-read guide to help you understand and overcome anxiety, filled with helpful tips and actionable advice Feeling overwhelmed? This little book is here to help. How to Understand and Deal with Anxiety is a friendly, accessible guide with all the information and advice you need to identify the source of your struggles and take practical steps to reduce or manage the burden of your symptoms. By learning the science behind anxiety and understanding how it affects your mind and body, you'll start to dismantle its hold on you. And with practical ways to manage the condition—including physical, medical, and therapeutic perspectives—this book will help you support your mental health and improve your overall wellbeing. After reading this book, you will: Understand the science behind anxiety, how it manifests, what causes it, and how to identify symptoms and triggers Be armed with practical steps you can take to alleviate anxiety, from breathing exercises and healthy lifestyle choices to problem-solving techniques and coping mechanisms Have a host of holistic remedies up your sleeve for when anxiety strikes, such as mindfulness, visualization, and breathwork Know about the medical treatments and therapies available, and know how and when to seek professional help or support With the right knowledge and guidance, you can learn to understand and manage anxiety so that you can get back to feeling like yourself again.
The Jewish Way to a Good Life: Find Happiness, Build Community, and Embrace Lovingkindness
by Rabbi Shira StutmanRest, community, and celebration are for everyone in this radical, refreshing book—where traditional Jewish wisdom becomes essential advice for today “One of the blessings of twenty-first-century globalization is that it allows us entrée into other cultures and traditions. You no longer have to be Jewish to do Jewish.”—from the introduction For as long as Judaism been a religion, “Jewish” has been a culture—one whose unique blend of ritual and realism has kept its people going for some 3,000 years. In The Jewish Way to a Good Life, Rabbi Shira Stutman invites readers of every faith—and none—to do chesed (good work), foster tzedek (justice), practice shabbat (rest), and ultimately find happiness. From Love and Sex to Mourning and Money, Rabbi Shira visits ten realms where we all get lost on occasion, to deliver spirited, sometimes surprising wisdom. On love: Sex is meant to be fun and liberating. On rest: Time is even more sacred than things. Again and again, she reveals how customs have survived not out of obligation, but because they meet our deepest needs—from shiva, which allows mourning families not to be OK, to the unbridled joy of dancing the hora at weddings. For anyone seeking community, meaning, or simply “something more,” The Jewish Way to a Good Life offers practical, time-tested ways to enrich our daily routines and engage those around us. By looking in and reaching out, we can all help tikkun olam—heal the world. #1 Bestseller in Women & Judaism
The Vedge Bar Book: Plant-Based Cocktails and Light Bites for Inspired Entertaining
by Rich Landau Kate JacobyEverything you need for a memorable cocktail hour is right here—with 75 innovative plant-based drinks and snacks “Sophisticated, contemporary, and worth every sip.”—Dan Buettner, Blue Zones founder and bestselling author At Vedge, the award-winning Philadelphia restaurant that pioneered plant-based fine dining, Kate Jacoby, Rich Landau, and their acclaimed team have been elevating vegetable cooking—and imbibing—for well over a decade. They believe a good drink is an indulgent, multisensory experience worth savoring—and even better when paired with the right snack or small plate and enjoyed among friends. Drawing inspiration from fresh produce and the rhythms of nature, the 75 all-vegan drinks, bar snacks, and small plates shared here are some of their most beloved creations, with imaginative flavor combinations you’ll find nowhere else. Drinks that capture the essence of the season: Daffodil, Smoked Corn Silk Old Fashioned, Golden Apple Fruity refreshers: Per My Last Email, Even Cowgirls Get the Blues, Strawberry Smash Holiday party–worthy sips: Bury the Hatchett, Last-Minute Tradition, Old Acquaintance Inventive riffs on old classics: Fig Leaf Bourbon Sour, Afternoon Snack, Front Porch Swing Light bites and bar snacks: Sichuan Popcorn, Lima Bean Pistou on Toast, Skewered Shiitakes with Buttered Corn Sauce, Rutabaga Fondue You’ll also find a guide to essential tools and ingredients, plus tips for mastering key techniques and garnishing like a pro. Contemporary, exuberant, and totally irresistible, The Vedge Bar Book is a sensual celebration and a must-have for holiday hosts, cocktail connoisseurs, and plant-based foodies alike.
The Shortest History of France: From Roman Gaul to Revolution and Cultural Radiance - A Global Story for Our Times (The Shortest History Series)
by Colin JonesA global history of the world’s most visited country—from Caesar’s Gallic Wars to current political crisis. The Shortest History books deliver thousands of years of history in one riveting, fast-paced read. France has long been feted for its unsurpassed cultural and historical riches. Gothic architecture, Louis XIV opulence, revolutionary spirit, café society . . . what could be more quintessentially French? Rarely do we think of France as a melting pot, and yet historian Colin Jones asserts it’s no less a mélange of foreign ingredients than the United States—and by some measures, more so. The Shortest History of France reveals a nation whose politics and society have always been shaped by global forces. With up-to-date scholarship that avoids the traps of national exceptionalism, Jones reminds us that it was only after the first millennium of French history—after constant subjugation to the Roman Empire and Germanic tribal forces—that a nation-state began to emerge, while absorbing influences from its European neighbors. Later, the Crusades and subsequent overseas colonization paved the way for cultural exchange with Africa, the Caribbean, East Asia, and elsewhere. France has been home to the Enlightenment, the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, and the Paris Agreement . . . but also to the Vichy regime, the Algerian War, and persistent racism and civil unrest. By turns serious and spirited, The Shortest History of France is a dynamic, global story for our times.
Money on Your Mind: The Unconscious Beliefs That Sabotage Your Financial Well-Being - and How to Break Free
by Vicky ReynalDiscover how your thoughts, emotions, and past experiences shape your money habits—and find your way to financial freedom. Do you overspend or make impulse purchases you regret later? Do you never feel like enough money is enough? Do you hide purchases from your partner? Do you spend extravagantly on others to win their approval? Do you resist spending money even on things you know you need? One of your most important relationships is the one you have with money, yet you may not be aware of the complex web of emotions and past experiences that are really driving your money habits. Money on Your Mind helps you unpack these psychological hurdles and start making better financial choices. Through a mix of case studies, client stories, and her expertise in psychotherapy, financial psychotherapist Vicky Reynal reveals how an emotionally absent parent can result in comfort shopping, how bullying in school can lead to overspending, how absorbing a parent’s lack of boundaries can interfere with making rational financial decisions, and much more. Then, she helps you shift those ingrained attitudes and beliefs so you can stop falling into the same old spend-ing traps. You’ll learn to: Recognize your spending triggers Let go of a scarcity mindset Free yourself of spending anxiety Take control over your money habits With a better understanding of the root causes of your money struggles, a more secure financial future is possible.
Vegan Japan: 70 Comforting Plant-Based Recipes
by Julia BoucachardEasy, homey Japanese recipes—veganized! Warming soups and slurp-able noodles. Refreshing vegetable sides. Indulgent street foods. Adorable bite-size desserts. Japanese French chef Julia Boucachard grew up devouring all of the above. When she went vegan, she was determined not to give up any of her childhood favorites. In Vegan Japan, she shows that cooking nourishing, flavor-packed plant-based Japanese food doesn’t have to be complicated. With an emphasis on seasonality, balanced flavors, and simple techniques, this is her plant-based celebration of Japanese cuisine and the myriad vegetables that make their way onto the Japanese plate. Inside, you’ll find: The classics, including Kabocha Stew, Miso Butter Ramen, Yakisoba, Onigiri, Gyoza, Melon Pan, and many more Yoshoku (Western dishes given playful Japanese spins) like Napolitan and Japanese Potato Salad Cleverly veganized takes on meat and seafood dishes like Karaage and Maguro Don Even-better-homemade condiments and sauces such as Ponzu Sauce, Mentsuyu, and Japanese Mayonnaise Plus tempting street foods, wholesome vegetable sides, sweet desserts, and an illustrated guide to must-have Japanese pantry staples With beautiful photography and charming illustrations throughout, Vegan Japan is your one-stop ticket to authentic plant-based Japanese home cooking.
