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Robinson Crusoe

Robinson Crusoe

The classic novel about a shipwrecked man's incredible struggle for survival on a deserted island.
Utopia

Utopia

Thomas More's "Utopia" is a discussion of an idealized society, exploring themes of communal property, division of labor, law, and religion.
The Handmaid's Tale

The Handmaid's Tale

A gripping and haunting dystopian novel of a woman's fight for freedom in a totalitarian society.
Books by Debbie Millman

Books by Debbie Millman

Debbie Millman's collection of works on design, creativity, and living a purposeful life.
Books by Adam Robinson

Books by Adam Robinson

A collection of works from a master of words, including novels, stories and essays by Adam Robinson.
Judgment Under Uncertainty: Heuristics and Biases

Judgment Under Uncertainty: Heuristics and Biases

This book presents an exploration of how humans make decisions in the face of uncertainty and highlights the roles of heuristics and biases.
Books by Neil Strauss

Books by Neil Strauss

A collection of works from award-winning journalist Neil Strauss, giving a behind-the-scenes look at the music and culture of the 2000s.
Books by Scott Belsky

Books by Scott Belsky

"A practical guide to organizing and managing creative projects effectively, written by one of the leading entrepreneurs of the creative economy."
Sword and Laser Anthology

Sword and Laser Anthology

Sword and Laser Anthology contains a collection of imaginative short stories from various Sci-Fi authors, featuring a variety of futuristic worlds and themes.
The Complete Works of William Shakespeare

The Complete Works of William Shakespeare

A classic collection of works from the renowned writer, William Shakespeare, featuring plays, poems, and sonnets.
Motherless Brooklyn

Motherless Brooklyn

"Motherless Brooklyn" is an evocative crime novel with a cast of characters facing solitude and dark secrets in Brooklyn.
The Looming Tower: Al-Qaeda and the Road to 9/11

The Looming Tower: Al-Qaeda and the Road to 9/11

The Looming Tower is an in-depth exploration of al-Qaeda and how they led to 9/11. Wright examines the critical events in intricate detail.
Wolf Hall

Wolf Hall

The story of Thomas Cromwell's meteoric rise in Tudor England, and the court of Henry VIII.
The Stories of John Cheever

The Stories of John Cheever

A collection of short stories capturing the subtle beauty of everyday life, illustrated by John Cheever's unique style of writing.
The Scarlet Letter

The Scarlet Letter

A classic novel about a woman shunned by her puritan community for bearing a child out of wedlock.
Truman

Truman

True story of President Harry Truman's rise to power, from humble farmer to a decisive and influential leader.
The Tin Drum

The Tin Drum

A captivating novel illustrating the power of childhood innocence in the solemn backdrop of Nazi Germany.
Dead Souls

Dead Souls

A comedic exploration of Russian society, greed and land ownership, through the journey of an unlikely protagonist.
Before You Know It: The Unconscious Reasons We Do What We Do

Before You Know It: The Unconscious Reasons We Do What We Do

Explore the unconscious forces that impact our daily decisions and behavior in this fascinating look at cognitive psychology.
Team of Rivals

Team of Rivals

"Team of Rivals" is a detailed account of Abraham Lincoln's political rise as he forms a unity cabinet from his rivals.
Tough Love: My Story of the Things Worth Fighting For

Tough Love: My Story of the Things Worth Fighting For

The autobiography of US National Security Advisor, Susan Rice, emphasizing values worth fighting for, be it in politics or in life.
Friendship: The Evolution, Biology, and Extraordinary Power of Life's Fundamental Bond

Friendship: The Evolution, Biology, and Extraordinary Power of Life's Fundamental Bond

Explores the science and history of friendship, providing insight into its significance in our lives and its evolutionary power.
Upstream: The Quest to Solve Problems Before They Happen

Upstream: The Quest to Solve Problems Before They Happen

A best-selling book that explores how to anticipate challenges and be proactive in problem-solving, for optimal success.
Eat a Peach

Eat a Peach

Biography of celebrity chef David Chang recounting his rise to fame, personal struggles, and journey to finding peace.
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