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Karen Hao 在《Empire of AI》中，記錄她對 OpenAI 及全球人工智慧競賽的近距離觀察。最初以安全為核心使命的非營利組織，隨著 ChatGPT 的成功與微軟資金的加入，逐漸捲入高速、資源密集且高度集中的競爭。書中不僅揭露 Altman 的辭退與復職內情，也細述 AI 產業的代價——昂貴的運算能力、全球規模的數據蒐集、低薪勞工清理資料，以及對能源與水資源的龐大消耗。透過跨洲採訪，本書展現了 AI 如何同時重塑經濟權力與加深社會不平等。From a brilliant longtime AI insider with intimate access to the world of Sam Altman's OpenAI from the beginning, an eye-opening account of arguably the most fateful tech arms race in history, reshaping the planet in real time, from the cockpit of the company that is driving the frenzyWhen AI expert and investigative journalist Karen Hao first began covering OpenAI in 2019, she thought they were the good guys. Founded as a nonprofit with safety enshrined as its core mission, the organization was meant, its leader Sam Altman told us, to act as a check against more purely mercantile, and potentially dangerous, forces. What could go wrong?Over time, Hao began to wrestle ever more deeply with that question. Increasingly, she realized that the core truth of this mas

"Poignant, maddening, and genuinely hilarious, How to Rule the World is to be devoured--and fast, before Stanford buys up and sets fire to every copy. (Talk about a burn book!)" --Mark Leibovich, #1 New York Times bestselling author of This Town Winner of the George Polk Award for his investigation that brought down Stanford's president, Theo Baker offers a revelatory and gripping account of Silicon Valley hubris Slush funds. Shell companies. Yacht parties. This is life for Silicon Valley's favored teenagers. Seventeen-year-old Theo Baker showed up for freshman year at Stanford University as a tech-obsessed coder. It seemed like paradise. There were Rodin sculptures next to nuclear laboratories and inventors lounging with Olympians. But Baker soon discovered a culture that embraced corner-cutting, that vested infinite excess and access in the hands of kids with few safeguards to catch bad behavior. Stanford, he realized, was less a school than a business. Its annual budget was nearly t

Yiyun Li's remarkable, defiant work of radical acceptance as she considers the loss of her son James. "There is no good way to say this," Yiyun Li writes at the beginning of this book. "There is no good way to state these facts, which must be acknowledged . . . My husband and I had two children and lost them both: Vincent in 2017, at sixteen, James in 2024, at nineteen. Both chose suicide, and both died not far from home." There is no good way to say this--because words fall short. It takes only an instant for death to become fact, "a single point in a time line." Living now on this single point, Li turns to thinking and reasoning and searching for words that might hold a place for James. Li does what she can: doing "things that work," including not just writing but gardening, reading Camus and Wittgenstein, learning the piano, and living thinkingly alongside death. This is a book for James, but it is not a book about grieving or mourning. As Li writes, "The verb that does not die is '

An exploration of Paddingon the Bear as an international cultural phenomenon.In 1958, a little marmalade-loving brown bear from Peru named Paddington was introduced to the post-war British public. Inspired by his creator Michael Bond's memories of displaced Jewish children in the United Kingdom during World War II, Paddington became a symbol of how to treat refugees with kindness. Author Bond was clear from the outset about Paddington's refugee status. Nearly sixty-five years later, the bear's legacy has evolved into a transmedia phenomenon; his once marginalized image has now been licenced to numerous British organisations -- such as Barbour and Marks & Spencer -- and more recently, even become a symbolic figurehead of national mourning following Queen Elizabeth II's death in 2022. Please Look After This Bear analyzes the titular character's transformation from displaced Peruvian bear to member of a wealthy, upper-class West London family, raising questions about migration, assimilati

Forty years after their single hit, La Plage bassplayer Maxwell Reid investigates singer Jimmy Endicott’s death, confrontingex-bandmates, post-pandemic cults and his own past in a darkly comicmemoir-mystery.

★★台灣第一本專述 Fine Dining 之書★★ 籌備十年．首度完整紀實．精緻餐飲黃金十年 摩登又風起雲湧的台灣味 專訪十二位主廚的創作Ｘ專評十二間高端餐廳， 當料理成為文化語言，飲食成為文化運動， 回答台灣味是什麼，即是台灣人與土地最切身的追索！ ★作家蔡珠兒專文推薦★ 「吃飯何等重要，終於我們有了這本飲食文化史， 嚴謹翔實，飽滿有料， 而且當代近身，活跳跳捕捉到台灣味『in the making』的過程。」——蔡珠兒 從二〇一四年，江振誠回台灣開設「RAW」為始，至二〇二四年其華麗落幕，以此十年為關鍵背景，飲食文化人、「美食家的自學之路」創辦人高琹雯 Liz Kao，一手提筆梳理台灣精緻餐飲的歷史脈絡，一手親身探訪十二位主廚，記錄一場由料理引發的文化運動。十年間，台灣餐飲透過米其林、亞洲 50 最佳餐廳等國際評鑑與世界接軌，同時也在地方風土、族群記憶與社會文化中，不斷追尋屬於「台灣」的味道。 第一部「台灣精緻餐飲發展概述」。以釐清 Fine Dining 的定義與歷史背景為始，爬梳台灣從清治、國民政府來台、八九〇年代到現代的精緻餐飲脈絡，除嘗試論證「黃金十年」的成因與現象，亦抒發為何這十年是餐桌上的文化運動。 第二部「十二位打造黃金年代的主廚」。根據五大問題意識：「廚師養成經歷」、「如何定義台灣味？」、「Fine Dining 是什麼？」、「餐飲評鑑」與「台灣餐飲產業發展」，收錄十二間在此十年具有代表性的餐廳，其主廚訪談與專評。 ● 「RAW」江振誠——當代精神，重新凝鍊台灣味的共感邊界。 ● 「樂沐」陳嵐舒——溫柔堅定的初心，撐起台灣精緻餐飲的早期風景。 ● 「MUME」林泉——多角化與永續思維，打造餐飲的未來樣貌。 ● 「祥雲龍吟、盈科」稗田良平——做出只有在台灣才能品嚐的日本料理。 ● 「山海樓」蔡瑞郎——老派手工守護台菜傳統，提升台菜美學。 ● 「Taïrroir態芮」何順凱——法式底蘊與台菜精神，建構摩登台灣風土。 ● 「AKAME」彭天恩——部落文化，講述原住民料理與故事。 ● 「logy」田原諒悟——視角跨文化詮釋台灣，展現亞洲創作的自由性。 ● 「JL STUDIO」林恬耀——重塑新加坡小吃，以家鄉味訴說愛。 ● 「Sinasera 24、予島」楊柏偉——以Fine

A myth-busting investigation of small donors: who they are, how they spend their money, and whose campaigns actually benefit from their donations. Many political reformers argue that more robust small donor participation in US campaigns would reduce the influence of the wealthiest Americans and improve political responsiveness to ordinary citizens. Drawing on extensive data, including surveys and campaign records, Zachary Albert and Raymond J. La Raja largely dispel this myth, offering the first comprehensive portrait to date of small donors in US elections. Although small donor contributions to high-profile, national races have increased markedly since 2018, the US campaign finance system allows for even larger sums of money from Super PACs and other independent spending groups. Moreover, small donors are mostly similar to their larger contributor counterparts: both are socioeconomically advantaged, strongly partisan, ideologically extreme, and distinct from non-donors. Small donors

The third and final sizzling romance in this brand-new gritty romance series from TikTok sensations the Ritchie sisters.Swindling the rich and fleeing to new cities is all con artist Phoebe Graves has ever known – until she started building real relationships in a small but wealthy Connecticut town. But she’s worried these new bonds won’t hold fast, as more than one enemy threatens those she loves most.And now more than ever, she has a reason to stay in one place. Among them is Rocky Tinrock, her best friend’s older brother, who’s been a partner to Phoebe during every daring and exhilarating con. And then of course there’s Hailey Tinrock, her best friend, whose precious secret they’ll do anything to protect . . .As Phoebe and her family team up with the Tinrock’s to fight for a chance at a home, they confront the demons of their pasts and must do the impossible . . . deceive the most cunning con artist they’ve ever known.

The definitive guide to one of Klimt's major works that helped define the Viennese Art NouveauGustav Klimt’s Beethoven Frieze (1902) is the supreme monument of Viennese Modernism—a work as significant and revolutionary as Picasso’s Demoiselles, Matisse’s Dance, and Duchamps’s Readymades. Is it is among the most visited tourist destinations in Vienna. In his largest and most ambitious work, Klimt launched his famous motif of the Kiss and his signature color: gold. Four interdisciplinary essays by renowned scholars explore the enduring relevance and cultural-historical context of Klimt’s large-scale wall cycle, as well as its conservation and history. This new publication will be the definitive book on Klimt’s Beethoven Frieze.

Thrilling space adventure from Neal Asher, sci-fi’s most explosive author. Captain Blite and Agent Cormac fight for the future as the plans of a twisted AI threaten the galaxy and time itself. The second entry in the thrilling Time's Shadow trilogy.

When a man is found murdered in the Burning Ghats of Calcutta, Captain Sam Wyndham finds himself pulled into the dark and glamorous world of Indian Cinema. The Burning Grounds is the next instalment of the Wyndham and Banerjee series which has sold a quarter of a million copies.**THE BURNING GROUNDS is the next thrilling novel from the author of the British Book Awards Crime Thriller of the Year 2025, HUNTED**''An unmissable series' The Times'Captivating, moving and exciting, it's historical fiction at its finest' Sunday ExpressIn the Burning Ghats of Calcutta where the dead are laid to rest, a man is found murdered, his throat cut from ear to ear.The body is that of a popular patron of the arts, a man who was, by all accounts, beloved by all: so what was the motive for his murder? Despite being out of favour with the Imperial Police Force, Detective Sam Wyndham is assigned to the case and finds himself thrust into the glamorous world of Indian cinema.Meanwhile Surendranath Banerjee, r

The deeply moving story of the O’Connor family, its troubled past in the West of Ireland, and a love story of second chances from the Booker-longlisted author ofHow to Build a BoatTHE INSTANTIRISH TIMESBESTSELLERSHORTLISTED FOR THE IRISH BOOK AWARDS NOVEL OF THE YEARWINNER OF AUTHOR OF THE YEAR AT THE IRISH BOOK AWARDSThe deeply moving story of the O’Connor family, its troubled past in the West of Ireland, and a love story of second chances from the Booker-longlisted author ofHow to Build a Boat'A haunting powerful page turner that will have you in its thrall'GABRIEL BYRNE'One of Ireland’s shining literary stars...an energetic and vivid voice'THE TIMES‘Full of humanity, a story for our times’MARY COSTELLO‘I loved this book’LOUISE KENNEDY‘Superb’IRISH TIMESClaire O’Connor’s life has been on hold since she broke up with Tom Morton and moved back home to the rugged West of Ireland to care for her dying father. She spends her days getting lost online, going to work and minding her own busi

The new novel from the International Booker-shortlisted author ofThe Adventures of China Iron: a sumptuous and surreal historical reimagining of one of South America’s best-known trans men, Antonio de Erauso**LONGLISTED FOR THE INTERNATIONAL BOOKER PRIZE 2026****Winner of the National Book Award for Translated Literature**A sumptuous and surreal historical reimagining of one of South America’s best-known trans men, Antonio de Erauso'Playful and devastating, tender and enraging'INTERNATIONAL BOOKER JUDGES, 2026'Luminous'SAMANTA SCHWEBLIN‘Bold and compassionate’Financial TimesFrom deep in the wilds of the New World, Antonio de Erauso writes a letter to his aunt, the prioress of the convent he escaped as a young girl. Since leaving his past behind, he’s become Antonio, conquistador. Now, hiding in the jungle and hounded by the army he deserted, Antonio is caring for two Guaraní girls he rescued from enslavement. But the New World has one more metamorphosis in store, which might save them

A hilariously entertaining voyage through the world's weirdest, wackiest and most wonderful football clubs'Well researched, emotive and hugely entertaining' Guillem Balague'Wonderful. Perfect for anyone who loves football but has forgotten why' Joey D'Urso'This book is a joy to read' Max Rushden'A treasure trove of new and untouched stories' Suzy WrackHave you ever heard of the football club founded by ex-KGB officers, the 21-time champions of Moldova?How about the Vatican Cup, contested by eight clubs made up of clerics, priests and Vatican members, who've been suspended on several occasions due to fierce rivalries?Or maybe you're more familiar with the Spanish team that actually resides in North Africa?Whether you're a football hipster or five-a-side novice, join renowned football writer and podcaster Paul Watson for an intrepid guide through the weird, wacky and wonderful world of football. Around the World in 80 Clubs takes the reader on a global tour of the beautiful game, from th

A brilliantly original history of privacy with a simple and urgent argument: private life is a precious and sustaining resource that must be defended.‘Brilliantly original . . . Endlessly fascinating’– Alice Loxton, author ofEighteen‘An intricate cultural history . . . Thought-provoking’–The Sunday Times‘Lucid and elegant’–The DailyTelegraphFrom ancient times to our digital present,Strangers and Intimatestraces the dramatic emergence of private life, and argues that it is now in mortal danger.In this sweeping history, acclaimed cultural historian Tiffany Jenkins takes readers on an epic journey, from the strict separations of public and private in ancient Athens to the moral rigidity of the Victorian home, and from the feminists of the 1970s – who declared that ‘the personal is political’ – to the boundary-blurring demands of our digital age.Strangers and Intimatesis both a celebration of the private realm and a warning: as social media, surveillance and the expectations of constant op

A sweeping yet intimate history - from the Bronze Age to the modern day - exploring where our inherited ideas of fatherhood have come from, how the role has changed over the centuries, and what it now means to be a dad.An ambitious history of masculinity and family, from the Bronze Age to the contemporary 'crisis of men',Fatherhooddares to offer a more caring and affirmative vision of the roles men play at home and in the world.‘Superbly intelligent . . . a rewardingSapiens-style big history’-The Sunday Times‘A lightness of touch that recalls Bill Bryson or Craig Brown at their non-fiction best’-The ObserverWhat is fatherhood, and where did it come from? How has the role of men in families and society changed across thousands of years? What does the history of fatherhood reveal about what it means to be a dad today?From the anxious philosophers of ancient Athens and Henry VIII’s obsessive quest for an heir, to Charles Darwin’s theories of human origins, Bob Dylan’s take down of ‘The Ma

Albionshakes the country house novel to its foundations, in a story of family, inheritance and accountabilityTHE INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLER FROM THE AUTHOR OFEXPECTATION'Hope breathes fresh thinking into the dusty corners and overgrown hedges of the English country house dilemma'The Times'Superb … Anna Hope engages, head-on, with some of the most urgent and challenging issues facing the world today, and transforms them into spellbinding family drama' Jonathan Coe‘Beautiful . . . As provocative as it is tender’ Miranda Cowley Heller, author ofThe Paper PalaceThe Brooke family are gathering in their eighteenth-century ancestral home – at the heart of a thousand acres of English countryside – to bury Philip: husband, father and the blinding sun around which they have all orbited for as long as they can remember.They must grapple with their shared grief as well as their shared inheritance. Each of his children is adamant that their father has given them his blessing, and none are willing to

From acclaimed chef Julien Royer, a celebration of heritage, seasonality, and terroir reflecting the spirit of Odette, Royer's three-Michelin-starred restaurant at the National Gallery in Singapore'This book invites us into Odette's intimate and generous universe, where every page conveys the magic that continues to inspire chefs around the world.' - Jorge Vallejo, chef and owner, QuintonilAs chef-owner of Odette - one of Asia's most lauded restaurants, and a fixture on the World's 50 Best Restaurants list - Julien Royer balances French technique with Southeast Asian terroir to create a cuisine defined by grace, clarity, and emotional resonance. Named after Royer's beloved grandmother, Odette attracts guests from around the globe with its refreshing perspective on modern fine dining.Odette: Terroir to Table, Heart to Plate is an intimate, elegant tribute to the people, places, and philosophies that have shaped Royer's culinary journey. The book opens with a series of deeply personal es

"Quirky entertainment to jump-start creativity."-Kirkus Reviews Not all questions have answers. Some have more than one answer. And others have endless answers, unfolding out to the edges of the world. In this spare yet expansive narrative, acclaimed author Mac Barnett poses twenty questions both playful and profound. Some make us giggle. Others challenge our assumptions. The result is a quirky, wandering exploration of where the best questions lead--to stories. Intriguing, richly interactive, and brought to vivid life by Caldecott Honor recipient Christian Robinson's bright and whimsical illustrations, Twenty Questions is a charming invitation to speculate without limits and know no bounds.

A "richly detailed and evocative" queer retelling of the legend of Sir Lancelot, following the famous knight as he grows up orphaned, falls in love, and attempts to fulfill his destiny at the Round Table - a stunning debut novel from the author of Out East (Mary Beth Keane, New York Times bestselling author). Hidden away on the Isle of Women, a nameless orphan has grown up among the island's sisterhood, but always at a distance. He hears whispers of a prophecy that may shed light on his destiny--and his true identity. Lancelot. Determined to master the skills and knowledge worthy of the knight he is meant to be, he begins training alongside the handsome Galehaut. As the two grow closer, they guide one another towards their truest selves. But no matter how tightly they cling to one another, each has a role to play in the wizard Merlin's grand prophecies. When Lancelot is forced to follow Merlin to Camelot, he fights to protect his heart while seeking the fabled Holy Grail. As he grows c

★ 《紐約時報》暢銷書・Stonewall Book Award 得主★ LGBTQ+ × 校園運動 × 成長故事的感動新經典★ 一個女孩，在球場與自我之間尋找真正的位置★ 幽默、真誠又熱血的青春小說Grace 曾是高中足球隊的明星踢球員，但在公開自己是跨性別女孩後選擇離開球隊。當舊隊友邀請她回歸球場，她再次面對對足球的熱愛與現實的偏見。在充滿挑戰的球季中，Grace必須學會整合過去與現在的自己，勇敢追尋真正的歸屬。本書是一部關於身份認同、友情與勇氣的動人YA成長小說。NOW IN PAPERBACK! Instant New York Times Bestseller! Stonewall Book Award WinnerBest of the Year: Chicago Public Library * New York Public Library * Booklist * Publishers Weekly * BookPageGrace Woodhouse has left a lot behind. She used to have a great friend group, an amazing girlfriend, and a right foot set to earn her a Division I football scholarship--before she came out as trans. As senior year begins, Grace is struggling to find her place in early transition, new social circles, and a life without football. But when her skills as the best kicker in the state prove to be vital, her old teammates beg her to come out of retirement, dragging her back into a sport--into a way of life--she thought had turned its back on her forever. When a chance meeting

New victims. New betrayals. New secrets.The Naturals are faced with their most chilling mysteries yet, in this can't-miss crime thriller from Jennifer Lynn Barnes, #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Inheritance Game. This gorgeous Deluxe Limited Edition is available while supplies last--featuring breathtakingly beautiful designed edges, a special case, endpapers, and a ribbon bookmark. This must-have special edition is only available in a limited first printing. When Cassie Hobbes joined the FBI's Naturals program, she had one goal: uncover the truth about her mother's murder. But now, everything Cassie thought she knew about what happened that night has been called into question. The people holding the truth captive are more powerful--and dangerous--than anything the Naturals have faced so far. As Cassie and the team work to uncover the secrets of a group that has been killing in secret for generations, they find themselves racing a ticking clock. When the bodies begin piling

A New York Times bestseller! "Gareth Hinds brings The Odyssey to life in a masterful blend of art and storytelling. Vivid and exciting, this graphic novel is a worthy new interpretation of Homer's epic."--Rick Riordan, author of the Percy Jackson & the Olympians series With bold imagery and an ear tuned to the music of Homer's epic poem, Gareth Hinds reinterprets the ancient classic as it's never been told before. Fresh from his triumphs in the Trojan War, Odysseus, King of Ithaca, wants nothing more than to return home to his family. Instead, he offends the sea god, Poseidon, who dooms him to years of shipwreck and wandering. Battling man-eating monsters, violent storms, and the supernatural seductions of sirens and sorceresses, Odysseus will need all his strength and cunning--and a little help from Mount Olympus--to make his way home and seize his kingdom from the schemers who seek to wed his queen and usurp his throne. Award-winning graphic artist Gareth Hinds masterfully reinte

What happens when artificial intelligence moves into your home, drives your car, and starts making your decisions? Wall Street Journal senior tech columnist Joanna Stern surrendered her life to artificial intelligence for one year. The results are both hilarious and alarming.We've all heard that AI is going to change our lives, but what does that really mean for ordinary people--not the tech bros who tried to sell us a cruise to the metaverse or an NFT of a cartoon monkey? What are the salient sights, habits, and sounds that will permeate our lives? What are things that we can barely perceive right now, but will soon become second nature to us?In this informative and engaging book Joanna Stern of the Wall Street Journal takes you on a time machine trip to the very near future, where AI promises to be your doctor, chauffeur, teacher, masseuse, and even . . . romantic partner. She introduces us to the many very real humans who are inventing the future. Unlike other AI books, Stern's book

COMING JULY 2026 - WITNESS THE LEGEND REBORN WITH MATT DAMON, ANNE HATHAWAY, TOM HOLLAND, ZENDAYA, AND MOREThe original adventure story, The Odyssey continues to captivate and inspire nearly three millennia after it was written. This gorgeous hardcover collector's edition includes sprayed edges, endpapers printed with a full map of Odysseus's journey, and additional illustrations of key moments in the story.A towering epic of adventure, cunning, and the longing for home, The Odyssey follows the perilous journey of Odysseus after the fall of Troy. Cursed to wander for ten years across a treacherous sea, the clever king of Ithaca confronts monsters and gods alike - outwitting the Cyclops, resisting the Sirens' fatal song, and braving the wrath of Poseidon - while his faithful wife Penelope fends off suitors determined to claim his throne.Rich with suspense, humor, and lyric beauty, Homer's immortal poem explores what it means to be human: the bonds of family, the cost of pride, the power

A spellbinding middle-grade debut about a magical boarding house for dragons and the unlikely siblings destined to save itSiblings Olly and Jenny Atwood have never met a dragon--Olly doesn't even think they're real. But when the strange and brilliant Dr. Lady Abernathy offers Olly a job at her mysterious house, the Atwoods learn that these incredible beasts are very much alive--and they need help. Dragons have been forced into hiding, and as caretakers of the Dragon House, Dr. Lady and Olly are the only protectors these magnificent creatures have left. But when evil forces conspire to poison Dr. Lady, Olly and his dragon friends find themselves locked in a race against time, political conspiracies...and one very large corgi. Can Olly recover the antidote before it's too late? And can Jenny harness her stirring powers to keep Dr. Lady alive until then? Or could this be the end of the Dragon House--and dragons--as they know it? The Last Dragon House is a showstopping novel full of fast-p

*An Instant New York Times bestseller!*A soul-crushing but heart-healing YA romance from the author of A Thousand Boy Kisses that asks, what if you found your forever...just when time was running out?Seventeen-year-old aspiring novelist June Scott has always dreamed of writing an epic love story. One filled with joy, beauty, and the kind of romance that lives on long after the last page is turned. But June's never been in love before--and when she receives sudden, life-altering news, she wonders if she ever will.Then she meets Jesse Taylor, a boy with his own ticking clock. He lives every like it's his last...because it just might be.As June and Jesse's worlds collide, what begins as a spark becomes a powerful blaze. Their days slip away like sand through an hourglass, full of stolen kisses and quiet moments that feel infinite. And as June captures their love in her own words, she creates something that even more infinite--a story for the world, a gift for the boy who changed everythin

In the heart-pounding sequel to theNew York Timesbestselling dystopian romanceSilver Elite, lines will be crossed, loyalties will be tested, and the fight for the Continent is only just beginning as Wren Darlington finds herself caught in the middle of two wars: one for the fate of her home and another for the fate of her heart.LINES WILL BE CROSSED.After blowing her cover as a double agent within Silver Elite and fleeing the Prime-controlled capital, Wren Darlington is finally safe behind allied lines. As her lover and former commander Cross Redden works to disrupt the Primes from inside their ranks, Wren turns her focus toward assisting the Uprising in overthrowing their rule once and for all.LOYALTIES WILL BE TESTED.Though she’s back among her own people, trust is hard-won and hidden agendas abound on the Mod base. And beyond those walls, Wren can’t help but worry that Cross is keeping secrets of his own . . . secrets that could jeopardize everything. Complicating matters even furth

The bestselling author of The Parasitic Mind shows why empathy in politics leads to civilizational collapse. What happens when a society elevates victimhood to a virtue and decides that punishment is cruel? You get the disease Dr. Gad Saad calls suicidal empathy. And the West may be terminally infected. In his new book, Suicidal Empathy, Saad unleashes a blistering critique of maladaptively irrational altruism that has gripped our culture. This mind parasite hijacked the empathy module of our progressive elite, leading to a catastrophic miscalibration of moral priorities. The results are everywhere: from coddling violent criminals to protecting rapists to branding self-defense as toxic behavior. We are witnessing a civilization in rapid decline. Lunatic policies are instituted because we prioritize the feelings of ostensibly marginalized groups over The Truth, criminals over victims, and squatters over homeowners. This is not humane; it's an active dismantling of the pillars that keep

A football star and a die-hard fan entangled in a PR stunt—that only one side knows is fake—might be the right play in this new romantic comedy by #1 New York Times bestselling author Lynn Painter.Duffy Distefano loves three things: her dad, the family cat, and Minneapolis Coyotes football. So when she gets booed out of a game and becomes the internet’s villain, she is distraught—and disgruntled. All she did was shove Coyote Carl away when he made a move on her, but everyone else saw a woman attacking their team’s beloved mascot. Eager to clear the air, Duffy agrees to an interview on a hit morning show. She doesn’t expect a co-guest to join her—especially not the Coyotes’ star tight end.When MVP Connor Cunningham was tasked with damage control to help his team out of their PR nightmare, he thought that meant saying a few words on the team’s behalf. Instead he finds himself in a highly amusing verbal sparring match with a recently wronged fan on live TV. Duffy pelts him with fiery jabs

International Law presents a student-focused approach to the subject; clearly written with non-native English-speaking students in mind, a range of learning features highlight the areas of debate and encourage students to engage critically with key disputes.

Every politician's rise to power is a story of success and failure, accompanied by tantalising what-might-have-beens. The career of Winston Churchill was no exception. Very much the opposite of a hagiography, A Study in Failure provides an alternative perspective on the man regularly considered the UK's greatest ever leader....

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