Solitary
Albert Woodfox
A harrowing and ultimately hopeful memoir of a man who spent over four decades in solitary confinement for a crime he likely didn't commit. Albert Woodfox recounts his experiences within the brutal prison system, his fight for justice, and his eventual release, offering a powerful testament to the resilience of the human spirit.
Some Dogs I Have Known
Julie Klam
In this hilarious and heartwarming memoir, Julie Klam recounts her adventures in dog ownership, from her first beloved Boston terrier, Otto, to her experiences fostering rescue dogs. Through her stories, she explores themes of love, loss, and the unexpected ways animals can enrich our lives. Get ready to laugh, cry, and maybe even consider adopting a furry friend of your own.
Something Deeply Hidden
Sean Carroll
A mind-bending journey through the hidden realms of quantum mechanics, cosmology, and the search for meaning in a vast universe. Explore the fundamental nature of reality, poetic naturalism, and the quest to reconcile our understanding of the cosmos with our place within it.
Sophie's World
Jostein Gaarder
When Sophie, a young girl, starts receiving mysterious letters with philosophical questions, she embarks on a journey through the history of Western thought. As she delves deeper into philosophy, she uncovers a reality far stranger than she could have imagined, blurring the lines between fiction and reality.
Southern Theory
Raewyn Connell
Southern Theory proposes a new path for social theory that will help social science to serve democratic purposes on a world scale. It examines how modern social science embeds the viewpoints of metropolitan society while presenting itself as universal knowledge, and explores social theorizing that has arisen in situations where dependence has been challenged.
Speaking Type
Merve Emre
A deep dive into the history of the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator, exploring its origins, the lives of its creators, Katharine Cook Briggs and Isabel Briggs Myers, and its enduring impact on how we understand ourselves and others. Uncover the secrets, lies, and bureaucratic obstructions encountered while researching this pervasive personality assessment tool and its influence on modern society.
Spiritual Partnership
Gary Zukav
Explore the journey to authentic power through spiritual partnerships. This book delves into the new type of relationship emerging in the human experience, designed for spiritual growth and self-awareness. Discover how to create fulfilling and joyful connections, guided by compassion and wisdom, and transform your life through conscious choices and actions.
Stamped from the Beginning
Ibram X. Kendi
A deeply researched and unflinchingly honest history of racist ideas in America, from their origins in the 15th century to the present day. Kendi exposes the roots of racism and challenges readers to confront the pervasive and insidious nature of these ideas.