The Alice B. Toklas Cook Book
Alice B. Toklas
A unique blend of recipes and reminiscences from the life of Alice B. Toklas, companion to Gertrude Stein. More than just a cookbook, it's a window into their world, filled with anecdotes, literary figures, and culinary adventures in France and America. Discover a delightful collection of dishes and stories that capture the essence of a bygone era.
The Anti-Self
Jonathan Rosen
Jonathan Rosen tells the story of his friendship with Michael Laudor, a brilliant and troubled man who achieved great academic success but struggled with schizophrenia. The book explores their childhood in New Rochelle, their shared intellectual pursuits, and the impact of Michael's mental illness on their lives and community.
The Art Thief
Michael Finkel
A captivating true story of Stéphane Breitwieser, arguably the most successful art thief of all time, who stole masterpieces from museums across Europe, not for profit, but for love of beauty. Discover the thrilling details of his heists and the complex motivations behind his audacious crimes.
The Boys in the Boat
Daniel James Brown
During the depths of the Great Depression, nine working-class young men from the University of Washington took the rowing world and Adolf Hitler by storm, as they competed in the 1936 Berlin Olympics. This is the story of their improbable journey to gold, a testament to teamwork, resilience, and the pursuit of excellence against all odds.
The Contrarian
Max Chafkin
A revealing biography of Peter Thiel, the enigmatic and influential Silicon Valley billionaire who backed Donald Trump and is shaping the future of technology and politics. Explore Thiel's journey from a chess prodigy to a tech mogul, his contrarian worldview, and his impact on Silicon Valley and beyond.
The Edge of Mortality
Caitlin Doughty
A journalist explores the Western death industry, seeking unromantic, unsanitized visions of death and the transformative power of confronting mortality. From funeral homes to medical cadavers, she delves into the mechanics of the industry and our relationship with death.
The Greatest Capitalist Who Ever Lived
Ralph Watson McElvenny
Explore the life of Tom Watson Jr., the leader who transformed IBM and ushered in the digital age. From his tumultuous relationship with his father to the System/360 gamble that nearly broke the company, discover the untold story of the man Fortune magazine called "the greatest capitalist who ever lived."
The House of Hidden Meanings
RuPaul
In this revealing memoir, RuPaul Charles reflects on his life, from his childhood in San Diego to his rise to fame as a drag icon. He shares intimate stories about his family, his struggles with identity, and the experiences that shaped him into the person he is today. A story of resilience, self-discovery, and the transformative power of embracing one's true self.