Relationship & Family
Age of Propaganda
Anthony R. Pratkanis
An insightful exploration into the pervasive nature of propaganda in modern society. This book examines how persuasion techniques are used and abused in everyday life, from advertising and politics to news and entertainment. It provides readers with the knowledge and tools to critically analyze persuasive messages, protect themselves from unwanted influence, and use persuasion wisely.
Awe: The New Science of Everyday Wonder and How It Can Transform Your Life
Dacher Keltner
Explore the science of awe and discover how experiencing everyday wonder can transform your life. Delve into the eight wonders of life and learn how awe can bring joy, meaning, and community, along with healthier bodies and more creative minds.
Being Teen
Amy Ellis Nutt
A guide to understanding the teenage brain, exploring the science behind adolescent behavior, decision-making, and the impact of drugs, stress, and social media. It offers practical advice for parents and educators to help teenagers navigate this critical stage of life.
Better Sex Through Mindfulness
Lori Brotto
Unlock a more fulfilling sex life through the power of mindfulness. This book offers practical exercises and insights to help women cultivate desire, enhance intimacy, and reclaim their sexuality by paying attention to the present moment and their internal sensations.
Between Good and Evil
Alison P. Davis-Blake
An exploration of human character, challenging the traditional view of fixed traits and delving into the psychological forces that drive our behavior. It examines the dueling mechanisms in our minds, offering a new perspective on why we act the way we do and providing strategies for understanding and influencing our own character.
Bounce: Mozart, Federer, Picasso, Beckham, and the Science of Success
Matthew Syed
An exploration of the science of success, drawing insights from the lives and achievements of Mozart, Federer, Picasso, Beckham, and others. It delves into the talent myth, the power of practice, and the hidden logic behind extraordinary performance.
Bringing Up Bébé
Pamela Druckerman
An American mother living in Paris explores the secrets of French parenting and discovers how they raise well-behaved, happy, and independent children. This book offers a humorous and insightful look at the cultural differences in child-rearing and provides practical advice for parents seeking a more relaxed and enjoyable family life.
Bullshit
James R. Kryger
In a world increasingly saturated with misinformation, half-truths, and outright falsehoods, this book offers a critical examination of 'bullshit' - communication with little regard for truth. From the Flat Earth theory to wine descriptions and political rhetoric, it explores how and why we fall for it, its detrimental effects on society, and provides tools for critical thinking and evidence-based reasoning to help readers become more discerning consumers of information.