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Antisemitism, an American Tradition
by Pamela S. NadellThe powerful story of antisemitism in America and how it has shaped the lives of Jews for almost four centuries. Jews experienced antisemitism the moment they landed on what would become the United States. When they first arrived in New Amsterdam in 1654, Peter Stuyvesant tried but failed to deport them. As historian Pamela S. Nadell tells in Antisemitism, an American Tradition, this was only antisemitism’s beginning on our shores, as negative European stereotypes about Jews rooted into American soil. Compared with the Old World, with its expulsions, Inquisition, ghettos, and Holocaust, America’s Jews have a different history—but one where antisemitism, even if it has had fewer dramatic eruptions, is deeply embedded. Jews in America faced restrictions on holding office and getting financial credit. Universities set quotas to limit the number of Jews attending and businesses refused to hire them. Jews endured verbal and physical attacks, and their synagogues and cemeteries, continuing to this day, were vandalized and desecrated. Antisemitism, an American Tradition investigates the depths of this fraught history and its recent manifestations: white nationalists chanting "Jews will not replace us" in Charlottesville, Virginia, and a gunman murdering eleven worshippers at Pittsburgh’s Tree of Life synagogue building. Nadell also shows Jews responding to prejudice and hate. America’s Jews created advocacy organizations. They turned to the courts to safeguard their constitutional rights. They made common cause with allies to confront all types of hate. They even used their fists when needed. At a time when prejudice, discrimination, and hate against Jews is flaring across the country, Antisemitism, an American Tradition argues that we must understand the past. This momentous work reveals how antisemitism—and resistance to that hatred—endures, representing not a rupture from America’s history, but a centuries-old legacy.
Chronicles of Ori: An African Epic
by Harmonia Rosales"[R]ichly evocative…a brilliant and beautiful volume." —Booklist, starred review "A lavish, eye-catching rethinking of ages-old stories." —Kirkus Reviews, starred review From the acclaimed fine artist Harmonia Rosales, a sweeping retelling of African myth illustrated throughout with Rosales’s spectacular paintings. In Chronicles of Ori, her debut book, Harmonia Rosales retells the African myths she has long treasured, crafting an enthralling epic that spans the birth of the universe to the modern world of colonialism and resistance. She writes of the powerful, temperamental deities called the Orishas; of the founding of Yorubaland by the shrewd leader Oduduwa; of the young heroine Eve, born in a time of violence and despair, who would help her people regain their past splendor; and of shimmering serpents and monstrous shadows who stalk the lands of mortals. At the center of these linked tales is the bond, sometimes fraying, between the Orishas and the humans who worship them. It was the Orishas who made humans, and who gave them their most precious resource: their Oris, or destinies. Vividly brought to life by Rosales’s artwork, Chronicles of Ori will enlighten and delight readers for years to come.
Source: Notes in the History of Art, volume 45 number 1 (Fall 2025)
by Source: Notes in the History of ArtThis is volume 45 issue 1 of Source: Notes in the History of Art. Source was founded in 1981 as a scholarly journal in art history. Its mission is to publish articles of 2,500 words or less, accompanied by a maximum of three illustrations. The range of articles spans antiquity to the present and includes western and non-western art. The original premise has been borne out: there is an audience for scholarly articles in art history that are clearly written, adequately illustrated and above all, succinct. Furthermore, scholars welcome having a forum to present ideas and speculations that don’t warrant a major treatise, but might nevertheless make interesting “notes” for specialists and non-specialists alike.
It's a Scorcher!: Tales of the Australian summer
by William McInnesBestselling author and acclaimed actor William McInnes returns with a collection of hilarious and heartwarming stories about those magical, roastingly hot months that make an Australian summer.There is something about long, hot summer days that stirs our emotions. It's all about holidays, festivals, family and Christmas; a time for swimming, a hit of backyard cricket or firing up the barbie. It's the deafening sound of cicadas, the ticking of a backyard sprinkler, the pain of a wayward bindi or the sting of sunburnt shoulders.In this collection of nostalgic stories that will make you laugh and make you cry, William McInnes recalls moments in time and memories of summers past. He takes us back to the energy-sapping heat of Redcliffe in the 1960s and 70s, ruminates on budgie smugglers, remembers holiday road trips that went on forever and epic Boxing Day Tests that stopped fans in their tracks. This is a book about the Australia we are and the Australia we were - and the magic of those boiling-hot days when you wake up and know . . . it's going to be a scorcher!Praise for the writing of William McInnes'A mix of memoir, observation and discourse, delivered in the seemingly off-hand manner of a backyard semiotician' Saturday Age, Non-fiction Pick of the Week for Yeah, Nah!'Warm and engaging . . . feels a little bit like home' Daily Telegraph'If there is a quintessence of Australia at its best, William McInnes has distilled it' The Age'Warm, nostalgic, funny and undeniably Australian' Sydney Morning Herald
The China Matrix: The Epic Story of How Donald Trump Shattered a Deadly Pact
by Lee SmithThe U.S. ruling class sold out America to China. Can Donald Trump destroy the alliance before it&’s too late? For half a century, America&’s establishment has forged an alliance with the Chinese Communist Party—one that enriched elites, hollowed out the middle class, and imperiled U.S. national security. They sold out American workers for cheap labor, Wall Street profits, and political power. But then came Donald Trump. In The China Matrix, New York Times bestselling author and investigative journalist Lee Smith reveals the shocking truth about how U.S. political and corporate elites conspired with Beijing to reshape the global order—at America&’s expense. From Henry Kissinger&’s secret dealings with Mao to the tech oligarchs cozying up to Xi Jinping, Smith exposes the web of corruption and betrayal that spans decades. He reveals how globalism, Silicon Valley, and the media worked together to whitewash China&’s crimes while dismantling American industry and national security. But this is also a story of resistance. Smith chronicles how Trump&’s presidency shattered the illusion of a benign China, forcing the establishment to confront the consequences of their own greed. From trade wars to TikTok, fentanyl to finance, The China Matrix details the battle between America First and the entrenched pro-China elite—and what&’s at stake in the next chapter of this global showdown. With stunning new revelations about Elon Musk&’s growing influence, Joe Biden&’s China entanglements, and the role of U.S. universities in Beijing&’s espionage network, The China Matrix is a gripping exposé of the most dangerous alliance in modern history—and the fight to break free before time runs out.
Lab Dog: A Beagle and His Human Investigate the Surprising World of Animal Research
by Melanie D.G. KaplanThe "remarkable" (Dr. Jane Goodall) story of a beagle&’s past, and the future of animal research When journalist Melanie D.G. Kaplan adopted her beagle Hammy, all she knew was that he had spent nearly four years in a research lab. Curious to know more about this gentle creature&’s past, as well as the broader world of animal research, Kaplan—with Hammy in tow—embarks on a quest for answers. How did Hammy end up in a research facility? Why are we still using millions of animals a year in experiments? What have we learned from them? Is there another way? In Lab Dog, Kaplan investigates the breeding and use of beagles for biomedical research, drug and product testing, and education. She takes readers on a journey, peeking behind laboratory doors and visiting with researchers, activists, ethicists, veterinarians, lawmakers, and innovators. Along the way, she finds thoughtful and caring humans on all sides of the debate, explores promising developments in nonanimal testing, and discovers puzzle pieces from Hammy&’s past. Equal parts journalism and love story, Lab Dog offers a nuanced view on our relationship with a species that we both love and exploit, and a reason to hope for a better future for all.
Metamorphosis: A Natural and Human History
by Oren HarmanA search for the meaning of one of nature's greatest riddles: why do so many creatures transform? &“How many creatures walking on this earth / Have their first being in another form?&” the Roman poet Ovid asked two thousand years ago. He could not have known the full extent of the truth: today, biologists estimate a stunning three-quarters of all animal species on Earth undergo some form of metamorphosis. But why do tadpoles transform into frogs, caterpillars into butterflies, elvers into eels, immortal jellyfish from sea sprigs to medusae and back again, growing younger and younger in frigid ocean depths? Why must creatures go through massive destruction and remodeling to become who they are? Tracing a path from Aristotle to Darwin to cutting-edge science today, Harman explores that central mystery. Metamorphosis, however, isn&’t just a biological puzzle: it takes us to the very heart of questions of being and identity, whatever kind of change we humans may undergo. Metamorphosis is a new classic of natural history: a book that, by unveiling a mystery of nature, causes us to relearn ourselves.
Vagabond: A Memoir
by Tim CurryThis memoir is a celebration of Tim Curry's life&’s work, and a testament to his profound impact on the entertainment industry as we know it today. There are few stars in Hollywood today that can boast the kind of resume Tony award-nominated actor Tim Curry has built over the past five decades. From his breakout role as Dr. Frank-N-Furter in The Rocky Horror Picture Show to his iconic depiction as the sadistic clown Pennywise in It to his critically acclaimed role as the original King Arthur in both the Broadway and West End versions of Spamalot, Curry redefined what it meant to be a &“character actor,&” portraying heroes and villains alike with complexity, nuance, and a genuine understanding of human darkness. Now, in his memoir, Curry takes readers behind-the-scenes of his rise to fame from his early beginnings as a military brat to his formative years in boarding school and university, to the moment when he hit the stage for the first time. He goes in-depth about what it was like to work on some of the most emblematic works of the 20th century, constantly switching between a camera and a live audience. He also explores the voicework that defined his later career and provided him with a chance to pivot after surviving a catastrophic stroke in 2012 that nearly took his life. With the upcoming 50th anniversary of The Rocky Horror Picture Show and the 40th anniversary of Clue, there&’s never been a better time for Tim to share his story with the world.
The Missing Pages
by Alyson RichmanA ghost in a library. A story waiting to be told. The Missing Pages is a rich, lyrical novel that reminds us that books are as eternal as the soul. 1912: Harry Widener, a promising and passionate book collector, boards the Titanic holding tight to a priceless volume he&’s just purchased in London. After catastrophe strikes the ship, Harry&’s last known words are that he must return to his cabin to retrieve his latest treasure. Neither the young man nor the book are ever seen again. Honoring her son&’s memory, Harry&’s mother builds the Harry Widener Memorial Library at Harvard to house his extensive book collection and ensure his legacy. Decades later, Violet Hutchins, a Harvard sophomore recovering from her own great loss, is working as a page at the Widener Library. When mysterious things begin happening at the library, Violet wonders if Harry Widener&’s ghost is trying to communicate with her, seeking Violet to uncover a long-buried secret that the ardent young Harry took with him to the grave. For fans of The Midnight Library and The Book Thief, bestselling author Alyson Richman has written a love story, a ghost story, and an elegy to the healing power of books.
Audacious: A Bold Guide to Building the Life and Career You Want and Deserve
by Marty McDonaldThe founder of Boss Women Media shares tips on how to stop playing it safe—and start creating a life that's truly your own. Marty McDonald&’s pivotal career moment was nothing if not audacious: she stopped the CEO of a candy company in a hallway, pitched her idea for a special gummy bear flavor, and was soon promoting the Black Girl Magic gummy bear at Sugarfina stores around the country. Now, Marty has penned a guide to help women go after their most audacious goals in work and everyday life, and make them a reality. With unflinching honesty, McDonald recounts her personal stories of triumph and failure, offering an intimate look into the audacious decisions that propelled her from uncertainty to success. From navigating the unknown to breaking through barriers that seemed insurmountable, McDonald reveals the mindset, strategies, and bold actions required to turn fear into fuel and transform dreams into reality. She helps women: ·Set aside fear and write a different narrative ·Grow comfortable taking risks ·Understand the investments you must make in yourself ·Understand that "no" is just the beginning of the conversation ·Learn other ways to make a difference beyond themselves Whether you&’re looking to level up in your career, create a life of meaning, or embrace the wild unknown of new possibilities, Audacious provides the blueprint to help women find their authentic selves, reach for their wildest dreams, and craft the life they want and deserve.
Safe Danger: An Unexpected Method for Sparking Connection, Finding Purpose, and Inspiring Innovation
by Ben SwireAn award-winning designer and former Design Lead at the iconic innovation firm IDEO teaches how to use small, creative risks to build trust, inspire connection, and supercharge employee engagement. In a world where safety easily becomes stagnation and risk is seen as a threat, Ben Swire's counterintuitive book, Safe Danger, offers a refreshing perspective on how playful creativity can balance those two forces to unlock personal and professional growth. Ask people what they want from life and you&’ll hear: inspiring experiences, exciting work, meaningful relationships, and making a difference. But ask how they&’re doing on that wish list, and you&’ll likely find it&’s still just that: a wish list. That&’s because those things require intimidating risks like vulnerability, disappointment, and trust. As a result, we end up with a chasm between what we want and what we&’re willing to do to get it. In Safe Danger, Ben Swire has developed a suite of creative activities that combine safety and risk to spur emotional growth. Drawing on the latest research and years of experience, this entertaining book explains how and why his playful approach is so effective at helping people manage fear and make change. Swire delves into seven powerful qualities that the Safe Danger method can unlock to help people bring out the best in themselves and their teams: joy, vulnerability, curiosity, optimism, connection, trust, and creativity. Full of practical activities and inspiring insights, Safe Danger is for business professionals and creative types—especially those who feel stuck or dissatisfied with their company&’s work culture or career trajectory. Whether you're a leader looking to engage your team, a professional seeking to infuse your career with new life, or an individual striving to get more out of your time on earth, Safe Danger offers the tools and insights you&’ve been missing. Discover how to embrace the unexpected, fuel your creativity, and inspire those around you with the transformative power of "Safe Danger."
Mrs. Wilson's Affair: A Great Gatsby Retelling (A Novel)
by Allyson ReedyA beautiful retelling of The Great Gatsby from the perspective of an often forgotten, yet indispensable, character—Myrtle Wilson, Tom Buchanan's mistress. Perfect for fans of Julia and The Chosen and the Beautiful. It is 1922. Myrtle Wilson lives a lonely, desolate existence above her husband&’s garage in the &“valley of ashes&” between New York and Long Island. All her dreams—and her marriage itself—are turning to dust until she crosses paths with Tom Buchanan on the subway. In one moment, Myrtle&’s life is irrevocably changed. &“You can&’t live forever, you can&’t live forever&” becomes the mantra that galvanizes her decision to embark on a fateful affair with the wealthy stranger. She battles with herself and the forces that keep her boxed in, experimenting with what little power she has over the men in her life, her situation growing more dire in the frenetic days leading up to her death. Paralleling the events of The Great Gatsby—and in key scenes even masterfully weaving in original dialogue—Mrs. Wilson&’s Affair provides a poignant look at how isolation and unfulfilled desire can shape our destiny and will transform how you read Fitzgerald&’s classic novel.
Every Day Is Sunday: How Jerry Jones, Robert Kraft, and Roger Goodell Turned the NFL into a Cultural & Economic Juggernaut
by Ken BelsonFrom veteran New York Times Business & NFL reporter, Ken Belson, a deeply-reported account of how the NFL&’s Commissioner, Roger Goodell, and its two most powerful owners, Jerry Jones & Robert Kraft, turned the league into a cultural phenomenon. On February 11, 2024, NFL Commissioner, Roger Goodell, & the league&’s two most powerful owners, Jerry Jones & Robert Kraft, looked down at the spectacle before them. What they saw was the sport&’s championship game, the Super Bowl—now a de facto national holiday—being played in a shiny new $2B stadium, home to the first franchise based in Las Vegas, after the league&’s embrace of nationwide gambling. The moment was over 30 years in the making. As one of Goodell's colleagues said: &“Roger doesn&’t view the other leagues as competition. He wants to be mentioned with Disney and the Vatican, these massive institutions.&” In Every Day is Sunday, Ken Belson traces the evolution of the league from &“one of the four US professional sports,&” to the superpower it is today. Belson illustrates how the league&’s rise coincided with the arrival of Jones & Kraft in the early 90&’s. He provides an inside look on how these two men reshaped the league, taking readers into the secretive owner&’s meeting, how they decided Goodell was the right man to place as Commissioner, and how the three built, wielded, and held on to their collective power. Perfect for fans of The Dynasty and Big Game, Belson provides a unique peek behind the curtain of how America&’s favorite sport achieved its status—and how these three men let nothing stand in their way.
Improving Crop Quality and Enhancing Sustainability in Agriculture
by Muhammad Mansoor Javaid Muhammad Ather NadeemAgriculture is facing unprecedented challenges due to climate change, resource depletion, and the growing global population. Improving Crop Quality and Enhancing Sustainability in Agriculture presents cutting-edge technologies and practical solutions providing information on sustainable agricultural practices. Edited by Dr. Athar Mahmood, Dr. Muhammad Mansoor Javaid, and Dr. Muhammad Ather Nadeem, the book explores sustainable approaches to improving crop quality while preserving the environment.This book delves into topics including precision farming, biotechnology, and nanotechnology, and shows how these technologies are transforming agricultural practices. It also highlights organic farming, regenerative agriculture, and eco-friendly pest control methods that offer sustainable alternatives to conventional approaches.A key focus of the book is the role of healthy soil and nutrient management in improving crop quality. It features information on advanced irrigation techniques, biofertilizers, organic soil amendments, and innovative seed treatments that help crops thrive under challenging conditions. Additionally, the book discusses sustainable fiber production and the repurposing of agricultural waste for bioethanol production, contributing to a more circular agricultural economy.As the agricultural landscape evolves, Improving Crop Quality and Enhancing Sustainability in Agriculture emphasizes the importance of climate-smart farming methods to adapt to climate change and mitigate the impacts of extreme weather conditions such as droughts, heatwaves, and unpredictable rainfall. With contributions from leading scholars and practitioners, this book serves as a vital resource for researchers, agronomists, policymakers, and farmers who are committed to adopting sustainable solutions in their work.
The Frankfurt School and the Challenge of Fascism: An Intellectual and Philosophical Reconstruction
by Claudio CorradettiFascism is a well-defined historical phenomenon, but its political-ideological offshoots have extended into today's democracies. How should we understand the mimetic and dissimulating capacity of fascism? Starting from the analyses of the exponents of the first Frankfurt School in their rethinking of the Marxian relationship of structure and superstructure, this study considers how fascism may be defined as a specific organization of power together with a form of economic planning accompanied by a masochistic propensity to power. Drawing on archival research at the Horkheimer and Marcuse Archive in Frankfurt, the author guides us through unpublished documents of the Institute of Social Research in the years 1938-1939 concerning the plan to formulate "a theory" on fascism. This was never produced as a single work, allowing space instead to the flourishing of different contributions. The objective of this book is to provide an internal systemic reading of fascism, finding points of mutual integration among critical theorists whenever possible while revealing irreconcilable divergencies when necessary. This topical book will be of interest to academics and researchers working in the areas of philosophy, the history of ideas, legal philosophy, critical theory, economics and political science.
Obstetric Decisions: Quick Thinking for Safe Deliveries
by Rhianna Davies Kelsie SykesThis is a practical manual on troubleshooting options when there are obstetric complications, so medical staff can check quickly and easily on the essential points they need to know, do, and recommend.Key Features: Offers a quick and easy-to-consult reference for essential points Presents an invaluable guide for those in training who need to make a decision in complicated circumstances Summarises its points in boxes, flow-charts, and tables
Adolescents in Crisis: A Psychoanalytic Approach to the Challenges of Adolescence (101 Kids)
by Alessandra Marsoni Quagliata, Edited by EmanuelaAdolescents in Crisis offers a psychoanalytic perspective on the difficulties that can arise when young people renegotiate their relationship with the world and their own bodies as they experience puberty.This edited collection explores the tension adolescents often experience between their wish to develop and grow up, alongside the concurrent urge to regress towards a pre- pubescent way of relating to their own self and others. Covering the period from pre- teen years to the dawn of adulthood, and including clinical vignettes throughout, the contributors look at issues such as isolation, self- harm, eating disorders, gender identity and delinquent behaviors. These are often used as defense strategies against feelings of powerlessness and inadequacy that puberty can trigger. Each chapter draws on traditional and contemporary psychoanalytic thought to help the reader understand these anxieties and provide guidance on how the therapist, parent and adolescent can work through them together, allowing the young person to explore new ways of managing their anxieties.Part of the 101 Kids books series, this book is an invaluable resource for psychoanalysts and psychotherapists working with young people, as well as teachers, social workers and parents dealing with adolescents in difficulty.
Recent Advancements and Emerging Technologies in Multi-level Inverters (River Publishers Series in Power)
by Sheldon S. Williamson Kundan Kumar Subrata Banerjee Ambrish Devanshu Lairenlakpam RobindroRecent Advances and Emerging Technologies in Multi-Level Inverters provides acomprehensive exploration of the latest innovations and trends in multi-level invertertechnology. This book delves into cutting-edge designs, control strategies, andapplications of multi-level inverters in renewable energy systems, electric vehicles,and industrial automation. It combines theoretical foundations with practical insights,offering readers a holistic understanding of inverter operation and performanceoptimization. Designed for researchers, students, and industry professionals, thebook highlights advancements in power electronics and their role in addressingmodern energy challenges. With detailed analyses and real-world case studies, thisis an essential resource for anyone interested in the future of energy conversion andsustainable technologies.
Structural Sin and the Death of Institutions (Routledge New Critical Thinking in Religion, Theology and Biblical Studies)
by Susannah CornwallStructural Sin and the Death of Institutions explores how Christian understandings of sin map onto institutional failures. It argues that institutions frequently create conditions in which individuals are disempowered and disposed to sin, and that uncritical appeals to redemption, reconciliation and restoration perpetuate harm. The book engages the turn to despair, abolition and termination in recent theologies, and builds on work by those working in other fields including the penal abolitionist movement. It offers an account of sins common to many institutions, including secrecy, exceptionalism, and the over-privileging of institutional reputation, and argues that Christian accounts of forgiveness of sin should not gloss over damage but appropriately remember the past. The volume will appeal to readers interested in Christian doctrines of sin and ecclesiology, including scholars of theological ethics, practical theology, and political theology, and to those asking how far their own continued association with flawed institutions is an unacceptable moral compromise.
Mobile Penetration Testing: A Hands-On Approach
by Sajal Saha Sabyasachi PaulAs mobile applications become prime targets for cyber threats, Mobile Penetration Testing – A Hands-On Approach provides a comprehensive, practical guide to assessing and securing Android applications. This book follows industry-standard methodologies, covering key topics such as Android architecture, OWASP Mobile Top 10, reversing, traffic interception, and real-world hacking scenarios.Through step-by-step walkthroughs, case studies, and hands-on exercises, readers will learn to identify and exploit vulnerabilities effectively. The book is suitable for cybersecurity professionals, students, and enthusiasts, and also serves as a valuable resource for those preparing for certifications like eMAPT and GMOB. If you're a beginner, this guide equips you with the skills needed to perform mobile penetration testing in real-world environments.
The Leucothea Dialogues
by Cesare PaveseA shifting, primordial work by Cesare Pavese, plumbing the netherworlds of philosophy, myth, human feeling, and mortality"Above all [Pavese's novels] are works of an extraordinary depth where one never stops finding new levels, new meanings . . . Each one of Pavese's novels revolves around a hidden theme, something unsaid which is the real thing he wants to say." — Italo Calvino Cesare Pavese's The Leucothea Dialogues is peopled with gods, centaurs, clouds, poets, hunters, snakes, and nymphs. These are the beings who spoke to him through the ancient plays and poems he read in primary school. Here they speak again in the twenty-seven dialogues that form the novel. Pavese calls mythology a "hothouse of symbols." His hothouse is liveliest at night, in the peculiar clarity of darkness. Pavese's characters are more than "characters," they play like the dreams of earliest childhood, they pose questions that seem to travel through the minds of the dead to the minds of the living and back again. Through reeds, shadows, glens, fields of blazing straw, homes and villages on the edges of valleys, and over cliffs, we follow their harried stories. In Minna Zallman Proctor's radiant translation, The Leucothea Dialogues is an expression of an exhilarating intelligence.
Eye of the Monkey: A Novel
by Krisztina TóthA doctor-patient love affair goes awry in this near-future dystopian novel, the first by the award winning Hungarian writer to be translated into English.&“Like peering into the abyss and finding your consciousness forever altered. You cannot escape this book, you already hear its thunder!&” —Elfriede Jelinek, winner of the Nobel Prize in LiteratureEye of the Monkey begins in the wake of a devastating civil war that led to the formation of the United Regency, an autocracy in an unnamed European country. The ravages of war are sweeping, and the populace has been divided into segregated zones, where the well-off are under mass surveillance and the poor are phantom presences, confined and ghettoized.On the verge of a nervous breakdown after being followed by a young man for weeks, Giselle, a history professor at the New University, seeks the help of Dr. Mihály Kreutzer, a psychiatrist who is navigating divorce and the recent death of his mother. They soon begin a torrid love affair, but everything is not what it seems. As Giselle begins to unpack her family history and the possible root of her psychological crisis, Dr. Kreutzer, who has ties to some of the most powerful people in the country, possesses ulterior motives of his own.In Tóth&’s deftly woven, polyphonic, and dystopian novel—full of twists, turns, and treachery—we plumb the depths of a fractured, disturbed, and isolated society, as well as the underbelly of social perversions such a society produces. In this intricate web, stories within stories reveal the complicated lives of women and men who struggle to negotiate the networks of power and poverty that have shaped their lives and their relationships to one another.
Grow a New Garden: Plan, design and transform any outdoor space
by Rebecca Searle&“Aspirational, accessible, awesome.&”—Huw Richards, author of The Permaculture GardenCreate a new garden that blooms for you, in any space or patch of land that you want to call a garden.In Grow a New Garden, Becky Searle (@sow_much_more on Instagram) offers a warm and chatty practical guide to designing and planting beautiful, healthy gardens, based on her own experiences.Becky has changed gardens several times in the last few years due to changes in her personal circumstances, but she has created a garden everywhere she goes. The garden that she has today is a new-build property garden. When she moved in December 2022, it was entirely devoid of plants. Two years later, Becky has created a joyful space for growing food and flowers and for her growing family!Becky came to realise that what she had learned in this garden could apply to any new garden, whether you are starting from scratch, dealing with an overgrown or neglected garden or redesigning an existing garden.From building healthy soil to creating a natural and sustainable garden with a thriving ecosystem that encourages biodiversity to planning your dream garden while dealing with awkward spaces, noise or privacy, Becky will give gardeners, whether new or experienced, a complete understanding of how gardens work, demystifying garden design and making gardening easier and more enjoyable. Grow a New Garden that works for you!&“I thoroughly recommend this book to beginners and also to experienced gardeners.&”—Charles Dowding, author of No Dig
Together We Are Sunshine
by Jamilah Thompkins-BigelowIn this heartwarming celebration of sisterhood, three girls explore the natural world and discover the harmony of being the littlest, middle, and oldest sister.Haala, the middle sister, loves to follow along behind her older sister, Sanaa, on their outdoor adventures. But her little sister, Munira, always seems to get in the way. Munira blocks the sun&’s kiss, interrupts the wind&’s song, and scares away the goldfish&’s secrets. Haala can&’t keep up with Sanaa when Munira&’s on her heels. But when the sisters take a moment to work as a team, they realize that together they can achieve anything--and that together they are sunshine.In this celebration of the natural world, three sisters learn to help one another in a story that feels like a warm, bright hug.
Murder in Constantinople (A Ben Canaan Mystery)
by A.E. GoldinAlfred Hitchcock meets Indiana Jones in this acclaimed, globe-trotting historical mystery about a wayward Jewish kid drawn into a sinister plot &“Impressive. . . Enthralling. . . Goldin brings a long-lost era to life in vivid, evocative detail&” — Financial Times &“A rip-roaring adventure. . . A zip-along plot, packed full of political machinations, strange deaths and ruinous romance&” — Daily MailThis entertaining historical mystery is the exciting debut novel from London-based musician and screenwriter A.E. Goldin. Thrillingly paced and with an enchanting historical setting, it launches an unforgettable new hero in a series that provides all the nostalgic reading pleasure of classic Sherlock Holmes.-London, 1854. 21-year-old Ben Canaan attracts trouble wherever he goes. His father wants him to be a good Jewish son, working for the family business on Whitechapel Road, but Ben and his friends, the 'Good-for-Nothings', just want adventure.Then the chance discovery of an enigmatic letter and a photograph of a beautiful woman bring Ben an adventure more dangerous than anything he&’d imagined. Suddenly he is thrown into the heart of a mystery that takes him away from everything he has known and all the way to Constantinople, the jewel of an empire and the centre of a world on the brink of war.Ben&’s only clue is 3 words: &‘The White Death&’. Now he must find what links a string of grisly murders, following a trail through kingmaking and conspiracy, poison and high politics, bloodshed and betrayal. In a city of deadly secrets, no one is safe – and one wrong step could cost Ben his life.