"Nothing Is True and Everything is Possible is a journey into the glittering, surreal heart of 21st century Russia: into the lives of oligarchs convinced they are messiahs, professional killers with t
Despite its reputation for religious intolerance, the Middle East has long sheltered many distinctive and strange faiths: one regards the Greek prophets as incarnations of God, another reveres Lucifer
This Mammoth presents a magical collection of stories of love and intrigue based in the popular Victorian era. Including some noir and fantasy, it is sure to appeal to romance enthusiasts of all strip
This anthology brings together a stellar collection of short fantasy from authors who have made an impact on the genre over the last decade, along with some bestselling favorites, like Naomi Novik and
Travel connects people with people. It helps us fit more comfortably and compatibly into a shrinking world, and it inspires creative new solutions to persistent problems facing our nation. We can’t un
In the past few decades, personality psychology has made considerable progress in raising new questions about human nature?and providing some provocative answers. New scientific research has transfor
Africa has been coveted for its riches ever since the era of the Pharaohs. In past centuries, it was the lure of gold, ivory, and slaves that drew fortune-seekers, merchant-adventurers, and conquerors
The complete, never-before-told story of the political life of Brent Scowcroft, the influential, elusive man who has helped shape American foreign policy over the last 40 years, and who made headlines
A comprehensive and compelling guide to Suzanne Collins' bestselling young-adult, dystopian trilogy: The Hunger Games, Catching Fire, and Mockingjay. Author Brian J. Robb explores the inspiration behi
Culture is the key to success in a 21st century organization?not simply because it affects how we think and behave, but because it’s the set of agreements and behaviors that drive how we act in groups
"When Monique Demery set out to find the infamous Madame Ngo Dinh Nhu, the former First Lady of South Vietnam had been in exile for over forty years, and had lived in near seclusion for the last thirt
Can America have a real national strategy and move forward together without the focus of war? In the twentieth century, America came together to become the "Arsenal of Democracy," and emerged from Wor
Much of our knowledge of Latino politics in the United States is filled with myths and misperceptions based on anecdotal accounts gathered by news reporters or self-designated experts. It is also not
Set in the trenches of a nonviolent pro-democracy opposition in a dark and hermetically sealed country on the verge of massive transformation, The Rebel of Rangoon tracks a revolution in real time. Jo
Skulls have always captured the human imagination. Now, The Mammoth Book of Skulls collects the most engaging and exciting images of the skull from pop culture around the world.This collection brings
"In What Stays in Vegas, journalist Adam Tanner exposes the greatest threat to privacy today. It's not the NSA, but good-old American companies. Internet giants, leading retailers and other firms are
The outspoken former Reagan budget director explains where capitalism went wrong, how it was corrupted and how it could be restored by describing how the working of free markets and democracy has long
In 1945, after his capture at the end of the Second World War, Hermann Goring arrived at an American-run detention center in war-torn Luxembourg, accompanied by sixteen suitcases and a red hatbox. The
In Goliath, New York Times bestselling author Max Blumenthal takes us on a journey through the badlands and high roads of Israel-Palestine, painting a startling portrait of Israeli society under the s
Fresh from the first $10 billion election campaign, two award-winning authors show how unbridled campaign spending defines our politics and, failing a dramatic intervention, signals the end of our dem
Today it seems we have the world at our fingertips. Thanks to smartphones and tools such as Google and Wikipedia, we’re able feed any aspect of our curiosity instantly. But does this mean we are actua
"An award-winning investigative journalist and civil liberties specialist describes the history of American police forces from the constables and sheriffs of the past to the modern-day SWAT teams and
Coinciding with the seventh and final season of FX's record-breaking Sons of Anarchy, this kit includes must-have collectible items for fans of the popular show. Kit includes an officially-licensed ir
This memoir of the lead of the American industrial band formed in the early 1980s describes his participation in cliched rock and roll depravity and excess as well as his battles with addiction and hi
A breast cancer survivor who observed her friends' and family's diverse reactions to her illness also draws on the experiences of fellow patients to counsel caregivers on how to cope, sharing warm and
Agatha Christie's 80 novels and short story collections have sold over two-billion copies in more than 45 languages, more than any other author. This Brief Guide explores Christie’s life and work from
Christian Wolmar passionately and expertly chronicles the story of what is often called Siberia’s lifeline. From its improbable conception and construction under Tsar Alexander III to the northern ext
With the publication of 50 Shades of Grey BDSM gained new popularity. This captivating collection of stories brings together outstanding and newly-commissioned material by some of the best authors in
From Tony Hsieh to Amy Chua to Jeremy Lin, Chinese Americans are now arriving at the highest levels of American business, civic life, and culture. But what makes this story of immigrant ascent unique
One Year To A BETTER BRAIN! A 52-Week Program To Make You Sharper, Day By DayA fun program-featuring LOGIC, OBSERVATION, NUMBER, and WORD PUZZLES, in categories such as reasoning, concentration, and
Facts are and must be the coin of the realm in a democracy. Unfortunately, for citizens in the United States and throughout the world, distinguishing between fact and fiction?always a formidable chall
The euro was supposed to create an unbreakable bond between the nations and people of Europe. But when the debt crisis struck, the flaws of the half-built currency brought the European Union close to
What is your secret desire? In this captivating Mammoth, real people give free rein to their innermost longings. There are graphic confessions and exciting encounters from London to Los Angeles, and f
?Win-win” negotiation is an appealing idea on an intellectual level: Find the best way to convince the other side to accept a mutually beneficial outcome, and everyone gets their fair share. The rea
Tells the story of two correspondents for the New York Tribune who escaped the Confederacy's most notorious prison after being captured at the Battle of Vicksburg and relied on secret signals and cove
Presents a portrait of ordinary contemporary Iraqis who are possessed by the 'genie of terrorism, chaos and mayhem' unleashed by the American invasion. This book illustrates just how gross the misjudg
"In our nation's effort to improve health care quality, access and affordability, the doctor crisis is routinely overlooked. More than 80 percent of doctors say that the medical profession is "in decl
"Today, 1913 is inevitably viewed through the lens of 1914: as the last year before a war that would shatter the global economic order and tear Europe apart, undermining its global pre-eminence. Our
Jackie Robinson heroically broke the color barrier in 1947. But how—and, in practice, when—did the integration of the sport actually occur? Bill Madden shows that baseball’s famous ?black experiment”
