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The United States experienced its most harrowing military disaster of World War II not in 1941 at Pearl Harbor but in the period from 1942 to 1943, in Atlantic coastal waters from Newfoundland to the

Is your boss a “Perfectionist,” demanding flawless results? Do you have “Can-Do” employees who can’t deliver? Does a “Drain” siphon away your time? You can w

A developmental psychologist argues that children who are freed to follow their own interests through self-directed play will become better learners and achievers than the way they learn in modern sch

We know that power is shifting: From West to East and North to South, from presidential palaces to public squares, from once formidable corporate behemoths to nimble startups and, slowly but surely, f

Although the tenets of self-help have been attacked before, Pearsall is the first psychologist to expose these deeply entrenched ideas to scientific scrutiny. And unlike other debunking books, The Las

Explains how to accomplish sustainable business growth through environmentally and socially "friendly" practices, arguing that principles based on the idea of social responsibility can provide a viabl

In Go To, Steve Lohr chronicles the history of software from the early days of complex mathematical codes mastered by a few thousand to today's era of user-friendly software and over six million profe

A fully revised and updated edition of the bible of the newspaper industry

Completely revised and up-to-date, this reference guide for reporters covers the rules of writing, reporting, and research, including photo captions, file copy over the wire, avoiding libel and much m

A story of wasted opportunity and squandered prestige: a critique of the last three U.S. presidents' foreign policy. Distinguished commentator on foreign policy, former National Security Adviser Brzez

The Magic of Maths is the maths book you wish you had in school. Using a delightful assortment of examples, from ice cream scoops and poker hands that teach you factorials to mnemonics that help you memorize pi, this book empowers you to see the beauty, simplicity, and fun behind those formulas and equations that once left your head spinning. You'll learn the key ideas of classic areas of mathematics like arithmetic, algebra, geometry, trigonometry, and calculus but you'll also have fun playing with pi, fooling around with Fibonacci numbers, investigating infinity, and marvelling over mathematical magic tricks. A tour of the greatest hits of mathematics, The Magic of Maths is a book for both fans of mathematics and those who want to be proven wrong about their previous prejudices of maths. Arthur Benjamin is a mathematician-known throughout the world as the "mathemagician"-who mixes mathematics and magic to make the subject fun and beautiful. Maths lovers are going to find new ways to

Explores current scientific thinking on how matter and energy interact, discussing the structure of space as a dynamic Grid that creates physical matter, and examining core theory, which attempts to r

For centuries, the Northeast?home to abolitionism and a refuge for blacks fleeing the Jim Crow South?has presented itself as a model of racial equality. After World War II, the victories of black cult

Americans tend to cast slavery as a pre-modern institution?the nation’s original sin, perhaps, but isolated in time and divorced from America’s later success. But to do so robs the millions who suffer

Theodore Roosevelt is best remembered as America’s prototypical ?cowboy” president?a Rough Rider who derived his political wisdom from a youth spent in the untamed American West. But while the great

Presenting a theory of the theoryless, a computer scientist provides a model of how effective behavior can be learned even in a world as complex as our own, shedding new light on human nature.

Technology has become the architect of our intimacies. Online, we fall prey to the illusion of companionship, gathering thousands of Twitter and Facebook friends and confusing tweets and wall posts wi

From roulette tables to racetracks, a fascinating look at how science and math are taking Lady Luck down a peg

We’re used to thinking about the self as an independent entity, something that we either have or are. In The Ego Tunnel, philosopher Thomas Metzinger claims otherwise: No such thing as a self e

Drawn to an image of her great-grandfather's ornately carved cane, Elisa New embarked on a journey to discover the origins of her precious family heirloom. In Jacob's Cane, New follows her lineage th

?In this persuasive book, Wagner delineates what skills are needed in a globalized era, why most American schools can’t nurture them, and how today’s schools could be transformed to cultivate tomorrow

Instead of teaching our students to be critical thinkers, we are asking them to memorize facts. Young adults leave school equipped to work only in the kinds of jobs that are disappearing from our eco

Education expert Tony Wagner has conducted scores of interviews with business leaders and observed hundreds of classes in some of the nation's most highly regarded public schools. He discovered a pro

Why cracking the code of human conception took centuries of wild theories, misogynist blunders, and ludicrous mistakes Throughout most of human history, babies were surprises. People knew the basics:

We used to know how to know. We got our answers from books or experts. We'd nail down the facts and move on. But in the Internet age, knowledge has moved onto networks. There's more knowledge than eve

A beloved folk singer presents an impassioned account of the fall and rise of the small American towns she cherishesDubbed by the New Yorker as "one of America's very best singer-songwriters," Dar Wil

The author believes two approaches are currently used in defining the economic policy of a nation: a Rhine model which emphasizes collective achievement and public consensus, and a supply-side model b

Blending Buddhism and psychotherapy, acclaimed psychiatrist Mark Epstein shows how to radically transform your emotional life "One of the most sophisticated integrations of the therapeutic and spiritual disciplines." --New York Times Today, the benefits of meditation practices like mindfulness and deep breathing are widely recognized by mainstream therapists. But what does Buddhist insight actually look like, how does it intersect with classic Western psychotherapy, and what can a synthesis of both traditions offer you? In this landmark book, acclaimed psychotherapist Mark Epstein lays out the path to meditation-inspired healing. At the heart of Epstein's exploration is the concept of the "self," which Buddhism exposes as an illusory construct that breeds emotional suffering. With great clarity and insight, Epstein demonstrates how Buddhism and psychotherapy can be used in powerful tandem to loosen our attachment to the self and thereby free ourselves to experience real joy. Now update

From Salesforce's chief ethical and humane use officer, a prescriptive guide for how to integrate AI into the workplace effectively AI technology has rapidly advanced from automation to generative tools to autonomous agents. Business leaders are increasingly excited about the potential of AI but also worried about the risks. At a time when AI can both radically increase productivity and set off a PR nightmare, where can executives and managers turn for tactical advice that cuts through the hype? Manage the Machine is a practical guide to effectively integrating AI into work, in business domains ranging from sales to corporate strategy to HR. Paula Goldman, chief ethical and humane use officer at Salesforce, shows how to get the best from AI and people working together, with examples from leading companies like Walmart, Grubhub, and Harley-Davidson. She provides clear guidance for determining which tasks can be safely delegated to AI and where humans should take the lead--for example, b

A provocative history of how nation states arose out of the ashes of World War II, showing how catastrophe, compromise, and contested visions forged the fragile order we still live in today Nation states--self-contained territories with their own economy, population, and culture--dominate today's world. Nationalists claim the modern nation state is rooted in deep historical time, while many scholars say it was a nineteenth-century creation. In Out of Chaos, historian Jon Wilson challenges these narratives, arguing instead that the nation state emerged suddenly and unexpectedly in the years following World War II and brought order to a world in crisis. Wilson traces how political leaders still reeling from the chaos of war debated how to partition the people, land, and economies of the world. The nation state emerged as the only form of organization leaders from different ideological positions--communist and capitalist, former colonizer and former colonized--could agree upon. But this n

A quintessential guide to strategy, The Art of War has influenced leaders for over a thousand years. Beyond the battlefield, people have long turned to its wisdom for advice on succeeding in competitive situations, and companies worldwide now make this book required reading for their executives. Ralph Sawyer's compelling translation and expert annotations bring to life for modern readers Sun Tzu's masterful insights on conflict, competition, and human dynamics. Readers will discover a rich perspective steeped in centuries of military thought, making ancient wisdom resonate in today's world. An invaluable resource for anyone seeking to refine their decision-making and leadership skills, this elegant hardcover edition invites repeated engagement, enhancing any collection with its timeless principles and captivating design.

The definitive history of Japanese organized crime, from its origins in samurai-era black markets and gambling rings to the shadowy syndicates of the present Japan's gangster groups, known collectively as the yakuza, are among the oldest underworld societies in the world. With military-style organization and a code of absolute obedience, they have run Japan's black markets for centuries. They have remained strikingly conspicuous in Japanese society, and as a cultural force beyond Japan, with movies and video games celebrating their exploits globally. Andrew Rankin offers the first comprehensive history of the yakuza, from their emergence out of seventeenth-century samurai gang culture to the present day. Though their activities have always encompassed illegal gambling and sex trafficking, the yakuza have also aggressively maintained business interests in private security, the construction industry, the entertainment industry, and debt collection. Yakuza bosses acquired a degree of legi

Feibelman (senior scientist, Sandia National Laboratories) updates his 1993 work with two additional chapters and occasional revisions to reflect changes brought about by electronic communication. He

A biologist presents the natural history of feathers, applying the findings of paleontologists, ornithologists, biologists, engineers, and art historians to answer questions about the origin of feathe

The Fight Against Terrorism is not military. In the long term it is also - perhaps even primarily - economic. How do we create economic and social conditions in third-world countries that will preven

It has not been by shaping the opinions or directing the actions of the holders of power that modern intellectuals have most influenced the course of events but by shaping public opinion in ways that

Is it safer to fly or take the train? How dangerous is skydiving? And is eating that extra sausage going to kill you? We’ve all heard the statistics for risky activities, but what do they mean in the

In 1960, the FDA approved the oral contraceptive that would come to be known as ?the pill.” Within a few years, millions of women were using it. At a time when the population was surging, many believe