Mark Bittner Like a lot of young people in the 1970s, Mark Bittner took the path of the "dharma bum." When the counterculture faded, Mark held on, seeking shelter in...

Bonnie J Gisel (Editor) Whether he is cheering for untamed mountain sheep or braving a high-country storm that would sweep away lesser mortals, John Muir—naturalist, author, and advocate—is forever passionate, often...

Author: Herman Wouk Herman Wouk has ranged in his novels from the mighty narrative of The Caine Mutiny and the warm, intimate humor of Marjorie Morningstar to the global panorama...

Jeff Kinney   The first "Diary of a Wimpy Kid" movie opened on March 19, 2010, and earned over $75 million worldwide, making it one of the most successful films...

Robert Alter First time in “One of the most ambitious literary projects of this or any age.”―Adam Kirsch, New Republic Here in Robert Alter's bold new translation are some of...

Edmund M Kern In this original interpretation of the Harry Potter sensation, Edmund M. Kern argues that the attraction of these stories to children comes not only from the fantastical...

Kevin DuttonPsychopath. No sooner is the word out than images of murderers, rapists, suicide bombers and gangsters flash across our minds.But unlike their box-office counterparts, not all psychopaths are violent,...

Rosamund Young A touching, wise and surprising chronicle of the rich inner lives of animals, drawn from Rosamund Young’s extraordinary lifetime as an organic farmerWe talk a lot about sheep:...

Elli H Radinger In this unforgettable book, wolf expert and naturalist Elli Radinger draws on her 25 years of first-hand experience among the wolves of Yellowstone National Park to tell...

James C HumesRonald Reagan is more than a revered and popular president--he is a hero to millions, beloved as a persuasive leader who inspired America and shaped the future more...

Robert S Bobro, MD Telepathy, reincarnation, voodoo, and witchcraft are just a few examples of phenomena now defined as paranormal activity. But just because these marvels lie beyond the reach...

Ronald Hutton Why have societies all across the world feared witchcraft? This book delves deeply into its context, beliefs, and origins in Europe’s history"Traces the idea of witches far beyond...