Learn Better
Ulrich Boser
Unlock your potential and master the art of learning with this guide to acquiring new skills effectively. From understanding the science behind learning to practical strategies for improvement, this book provides the tools you need to excel in any field. Discover how to create value, set targets, develop skills, extend knowledge, relate concepts, and rethink your understanding to become a lifelong learner and thrive in today's rapidly changing world.
What Would Frida Do?
Arianna Davis
Explore the life and legacy of Frida Kahlo and discover how her bold and unconventional approach to life can inspire you to live more authentically and confidently. This book delves into Frida's journey, examining her resilience, creativity, and unapologetic self-expression, offering guidance on embracing your own unique path.
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.
A Woman of No Importance
Sonia Purnell
Discover the gripping, untold story of Virginia Hall, an American spy who defied all odds to become a pivotal force in the Allied victory during World War II. Overcoming personal tragedy and societal prejudice, Hall's daring exploits in espionage and sabotage behind enemy lines changed the course of history. This book unveils her extraordinary courage, resilience, and the clandestine world she inhabited, revealing a true-life hero whose contributions have long been overlooked.
Lessons in Stoicism
John Sellars
Explore the timeless wisdom of Stoicism with John Sellars as he guides you through the core principles of this ancient philosophy. Discover how to manage your emotions, deal with adversity, and find your place in the world, drawing from the teachings of Seneca, Epictetus, and Marcus Aurelius. Learn practical lessons for living a good life worthy of a rational human being.
Let Go Now
Karen Casey
Discover the power of detachment as a path to freedom and inner peace. This book offers meditations and insights to help you let go of the need to control others, embrace a more peaceful journey through life, and cultivate loving relationships based on equality and freedom.
Solito
Javier Zamora
In his gripping memoir, Javier Zamora recounts his perilous journey from El Salvador to the United States at the age of nine. Leaving behind his family, he embarks on a treacherous voyage with a group of strangers, facing unimaginable hardships and dangers. Solito is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the enduring power of hope in the face of adversity.
Letters from a Stoic
Lucius Annaeus Seneca
A timeless collection of letters from Seneca, offering profound insights into Stoic philosophy and practical wisdom for living a virtuous and fulfilling life. Explore themes of morality, resilience, and the pursuit of inner peace in this enduring classic.