Affluenza
John de Graaf
Affluenza explores the social and environmental consequences of consumerism in America. It diagnoses the 'disease' of affluenza, characterized by overload, debt, anxiety, and waste, and offers cures for a healthier, more sustainable way of life. This updated edition examines how our obsession with economic expansion impacts our wallets, relationships, communities, and the planet, providing a path towards deeper happiness and satisfaction.
Afropean
Johny Pitts
A journey through Europe exploring Black European identity, culture, and history. Johny Pitts travels through cities like Paris, Brussels, Amsterdam, and Marseille, encountering diverse communities and untold stories, challenging conventional notions of European identity and multiculturalism.
Alexander the Great
Philip Freeman
A compelling biography of Alexander the Great, exploring his life from his birth in Macedonia to his conquests across Asia. Discover the story of a man who shaped the ancient world.
All the Frequent Troubles of Our Days
Rebecca Donner
A gripping biography of Mildred Harnack, an American woman who became a central figure in the German resistance during World War II. Discover her courageous story of espionage, betrayal, and ultimate sacrifice in the face of Nazi terror.
All the President's Men
Carl Bernstein
The gripping inside story of how two Washington Post reporters, Carl Bernstein and Bob Woodward, uncovered the Watergate scandal that led to President Richard Nixon's resignation. A thrilling account of investigative journalism at its finest, revealing the secrets, lies, and political intrigue that shook a nation.
America's Shakespeare
James Shapiro
Explore the intriguing relationship between Shakespeare's works and American history, revealing how the plays have been interpreted and used to reflect and confront the nation's deepest divisions. From racial tensions to political conflicts, discover how Shakespeare's timeless themes continue to resonate in a divided America.
American Kipling
Christopher Benfey
A captivating exploration of Rudyard Kipling's decade-long engagement with the United States, revealing how America shaped his life and work. From his encounters with Mark Twain and Henry James to his travels across the country, this book uncovers a largely unfamiliar chapter in the life of the celebrated author, shedding new light on his complex relationship with American culture and politics.
American Prometheus
Kai Bird
A comprehensive biography of J. Robert Oppenheimer, the brilliant physicist who led the effort to develop the atomic bomb during World War II. The book explores his early life, his scientific achievements, his complex personality, and the political turmoil he faced during the McCarthy era. It delves into his motivations, his insecurities, and his struggles with the moral implications of his work, offering a nuanced portrait of a man who shaped the nuclear age and was ultimately punished for his attempts to control its dangers.