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Achen's "Democracy for Realists" challenges conventional views of democracy; offers evidence elections are often unrepresentative of public opinion.

The biography of Claude Shannon and how he revolutionized how information is used and processed in the 21st century.

Heidi Julavitz's diary chronicles the changes of life over 15 years, exploring its joys and struggles.

A poignant yet candid memoir from iconic composer Philip Glass, exploring his personal journey as a musician and beyond.

An intriguing insight into 1970s youth culture, through the eyes of artist Duncan Hannah and his personal journals.

An honest, humorous and raw exploration of faith, family, and identity following a priest's daughter's adulthood return to her childhood home.

A captivating exploration of the New York City music scene and its cultural reinvention in the 2000s.

A delightful exploration of the power of art and its influence on the world around us.

An inspiring travel narrative, following the author's solo journey by bike across the U.S. discovering new places and people.

Exploring the relationship between walking and thinking, "A Philosophy of Walking" invites readers to an insightful journey.

A modern exploration of Bach's life and works, showing how his music continues to inspire today's artists.

A delightful collection of poetic musings on life's everyday wonders and moments by National Book Award-winning poet A.R. Ammons.

This guide provides actionable advice on how to measure and manage social media efforts in organizations.

The Warren Buffett Way is a comprehensive guide to learning Buffett's investment strategies for long-term success in the stock market.

"Marketing in the groundswell" helps marketers understand and use social media to build their business.

A detailed guide to achieving success in the real estate industry, using case studies and Jorge Perez's wealth of experience.

Learn the martial art of Jeet Kune Do from the master himself through this insightful book from Bruce Lee.

A sweeping historical epic of a legendary battle for control of the Chinese empire.

Story of Washington's rise from slavery to one of America's leading reformers and educators.

This transformative book reveals the power of "no" to cultivate health, abundance, and happiness in our lives.

An exploration of the weakening of the American liberal tradition, highlighting the consequences of its neglect of culture, history and its root ideology.

A riveting memoir of President Obama's White House from Ben Rhodes, which reveals the major moments of his presidency.

An epic historical novel about two siblings in post-WWII England, exploring family secrets and the meaning of home.

An intriguing analysis of how economic inequality and job availability are affected by geography, by renowned economist Enrico Moretti.