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Thing Explainer: Complicated Stuff in Simple Words, things are explained in the style of Up Goer Five, using only drawings and a vocabulary of the 1,000 (or "ten hundred") most common words. Explore computer buildings (datacenters), the flat rocks we live on (...

The Seven Crystal Balls is a thrilling adventure from the iconic Tintin series by Hergé. In this captivating tale, Tintin encounters an ancient Inca curse that plunges its victims into life-threatening comas. The discovery of the tomb of Rascar Capac sets off ...

This self-help book teaches you principles of self-acceptance and compassion that can change your life for the better. A behavioural psychologist, author Nick Trenton says you can transform your negative thoughts into a fulfilling, empowering, and positive nar...

Published by New Scientist, and featuring an introduction by Stephen Hawking, this one doesn’t come across a typical science book. And yet it covers a great deal of ground, exploring the modern origin stories of everything from the Big Bang, meteorites and dar...

The book has been described as “an astonishing window into the inner world of plants, and the cutting-edge science in plant intelligence.” Research has revealed that plants are pretty impressive in terms of what they are capable of. They communicate with each ...

The Artist’s Way is a self-help book focused on fostering creativity and personal growth. Published in 1992, it introduces a 12-week program designed to help readers overcome their creative blocks and revive their artistic talents. The program uses tools like ...

"Delivering Happiness" by Tony Hsieh explores his journey from starting quirky ventures to leading Zappos, emphasizing how happiness can drive business success. The book advocates for prioritizing employee and customer happiness, detailing how this focus enhan...

"The Art of Thinking Clearly" by Rolf Dobelli is a guidebook to recognising and avoiding logical fallacies, cognitive biases, and simple errors in day-to-day thinking.  Summary: Cognitive Biases: Dobelli presents 99 short chapters, each detailing a diffe...

Start-Up Nation addresses how Israel, a small and young country facing geopolitical adversity, has become one of the leading startup hubs in the world. The book explores the cultural and political elements that contribute to Israel's innovative prowess, includ...

“A Short History of the World in 50 Lies" presents an alternative perspective on commonly held historical narratives by exploring the misconceptions, myths, and outright fabrications that have shaped our understanding of world history. The book is structured a...

"The Six Disciplines of Strategic Thinking" by Michael D. Watkins is a comprehensive guide aimed at enhancing the strategic thinking skills of leaders. Watkins presents a practical framework that includes six key disciplines: pattern recognition, systems persp...

"Bad Feminist" is a collection of essays that explore feminism, politics, and criticism of popular culture through a personal lens. Gay discusses her own experiences and the role of a feminist in modern-day society, grappling with the contradictions and comple...

Have you ever wondered how ancient wisdom can be applied to modern life challenges? Do you think emotional education is neglected in our current education systems? What are the practical ways we can start implementing philosophical insights into our daily ...

"Your Conscious Mind" is a captivating exploration into one of science's greatest mysteries: human consciousness. The book covers a wide range of topics including the biology of the brain, the psychological underpinnings of consciousness, and the philosophical...

"Know Your Own Power: How To Help Yourself And Make A Difference In The World" by Dr. Radha Modgil is a motivational guide aimed at empowering individuals to understand and harness their personal power for positive change. Modgil highlights the significance o...

This book is a collection of texts attributed to Bodhidharma, the Indian monk considered the first patriarch of Zen Buddhism in China. The teachings primarily consist of four texts that form the core of Zen Buddhist philosophy and practice, emphasising direct ...

Mom & Me & Mom is an autobiographical work that explores Maya Angelou's complex relationship with her mother, Vivian Baxter. The story highlights the powerful influence Vivian had on Angelou, both challenging and supporting her through various stages of life, ...

Have you ever found yourself procrastinating on tasks you know are important? What could you achieve if you conquered your biggest challenge every morning? Imagine ending your day knowing the toughest task was already completed hours ago. How would that ch...

Philosophy like you've never seen it before, the latest in the celebrated Cartoon Introduction series, The Cartoon Introduction to Philosophy is an authoritative and engaging guide to the fundamental questions about our existence. It seems to have effectively ...

Born during apartheid in South Africa, Trevor Noah's birth was literally a crime as his parents—a black South African mother and a white Swiss father—were not legally allowed to have a mixed-race child. The book is a collection of autobiographical essays, each...