An explosive expose of the man who devoted his career to shackling democracy - and succeeded. Libertarian billionaires are using their wealth and power to drastically curtail the US democratic process
The apocalyptic group The Family and their guru, Anne Hamilton-Byrne - one of very few female cult leaders in history - captured international headlines throughout the 1980s and 1990s. Hamilton-Byrne,
An insightful and vigorous biography, this account chronicles the life of Australia’s most influential newspaper editor, Graham Perkin, and the history of the newspaper to which he devoted his tremend
Investigating the Australian electoral contest in detail, this fascinating exploration goes behind the scenes and into the back rooms where the plotting and planning took place. The chapters examine t
President Joe Biden tells the story of his extraordinary life and career prior to his emergence as Barack Obama's beloved, influential Vice-President. With his customary honesty and wit, Biden movingl
A beautifully illustrated story, written with a light and humorous touch, that celebrates nontraditional families and captures exactly what lies at the heart of family life - love. 'Elvi, which one i
It was a complicated, galling, and gasp-inducing year at the Royal Commission into Misconduct in the Banking, Superannuation and Financial Services Industry. It wasn't just the long list of scandals
From the acclaimed author of Listen, Liberal and What's the Matter with Kansas, a scathing collection of interlocking essays perfect for this political moment. With his trademark sardonic wit and la
Telling the story of Greek emigre Niki Savva, this emotional and humorous memoir provides an in-depth look into the lives of Australia’s journalists and politicians. Having survived the challenges of
In November 1916, Hazel Hood, the beautiful 18-year-old daughter of a Riverina grazier, went to a local dance and never came home. Exploring Hazel's mysterious disappearance and the unexplained discov
An eclectic anthology of new stories, this collection showcases some of Australia’s finest writers and proves that the short story genre is alive and well. Written by both seasoned practitioners of th
A meditation on classical Greece, this chronicle journeys through the country’s great sites, monuments, and cultural works. As it explores the ruins that remain today?in Delphi, at Olympia, and on the
A satire on life in small-town Australia, this clever murder mystery introduces William Power—actor, raconteur, and Shakespearean impresario. In 1942, with war raging in Europe and the Pacific, the Ja
In the desolate wastelands between the sierra and the jungle, under an all-seeing, unforgiving sun, a single day unfolds as relentlessly as those that have gone before. People are trafficked and bruta
In the desolate wastelands between the sierra and the jungle, under an all-seeing, unforgiving sun, a single day unfolds as relentlessly as those that have gone before. People are trafficked and bruta
Help your child to think and work like a scientist with Mr Shaha's Recipes for Wonder. Learn about sound by making wine glasses sing, investigate chemical reactions with vitamin-powered rockets, and e
Angelika lives with her parents and her sister Susi on a beautiful Mediterranean island. She loves roaming the island with her favourite doll, Hippi, and when she adopts a piglet called Paulina, they
In Sex After Sixty, Marie de Hennezel addresses the most taboo of subjects: the sexuality of seniors. Employing an equal measure of modesty and irreverence, de Hennezel probes the mystery and depth of
Through the vivid, true stories of five addicts, a neuroscientist explains how addiction happens in the brain, and what we can do to overcome it. The psychiatric establishment and rehab industry in th
In a society obsessed with living longer and looking younger, what does middle age nowadays mean? How should a fifty-something be in a world ceaselessly redefining ageing, youth, and experience? The M
In this impressive collection, a broad range of major writers openly discuss their craft, the creative process, and the writing life as a whole. From Noam Chomsky, Seamus Heaney, and Toni Morrison to
A practical guide for women seeking focus and calm in the midst of life's storms. Overwhelmed by the demands of family, work, and other responsibilities? You are not alone. Think you don't have the
The page-turning biography of an Australian woman who refused to bend to the expectations of her husband and her time. Julia Sorell was an original. A colonial belle from Tasmania, vivacious and war
How smart machines are transforming us all ― and what we should do about it. The smart-machines revolution is re-shaping our lives and our societies. Here, Nigel Shadbolt (one of Britain’s leading aut
How smart machines are transforming us all - and what we should do about it. The smart-machines revolution is re-shaping our lives and our societies. Here, Nigel Shadbolt (one of Britain's leading a
Film star. Icon. Agitator. Martyr. Paul Robeson was a brilliant student and champion athlete who abandoned a career in law to find worldwide fame as a performer and activist. He was undoubtedly the mo
I live in the rainforest. I have a spectacular tail that I raise over my head when I sing and dance. A kaleidoscopic introduction to native Australian animals and a celebration of the rainbow. Lin
An inspiring, instructive, and ultimately triumphant guide to turning your life around, from a man who used hard work and his Master Plan to convert a life sentence into a second chance. Like a lot
Winner of the German Book Prize. It is 1989, and a young literature student named Ed travels to the Baltic island of Hiddensee, a notorious destination for hippies, idealists, and those at odds with t
A vibrant and enchanting novel from one of Korea's most celebrated writers. When 14-year-old Bugeye and his mother arrive at Flower Island - a vast landfill site on the outskirts of Seoul - they soon
Chosen as an Observer 'Book of the Year' by Ali Smith, Rachel Cooke and Jackie Kay In 1965, Hannah Gavron - a bright, sophisticated young writer and wife to a rising entrepreneur - gassed herself in P
The capture of Pozieres in 1916 was heralded as a stunning tactical victory for the Australian and New Zealand Army Corps, yet, for the exhausted survivors, the war-weary public, and the families of t
Six romances, one revolution, the story of the century. 'That night Stasia took an oath, swearing to learn the recipe by heart and destroy the paper. And when she was lying in her bed again, recalli
Six romances, one revolution, the story of the century. 'That night Stasia took an oath, swearing to learn the recipe by heart and destroy the paper. And when she was lying in her bed again, recalling
A New York Times bestseller and a Book of the Year for the Evening Standard and The Times. Is getting a little less comfortable the key to living a happier, healthier life? When journalist Scott Carne
Environmentally, our planet lacks the laws to keep it safe and those laws we do have are feebly enforced. Every new year is the hottest in human history, while forest, reef, ice, tundra, and species a
The investigation of a hit-and-run in Rome leads Detective Leone Scamarcio on a deadly journey to confront his Mafia past. When Leone Scamarcio is called to investigate an apparent hit-and-run, it see
The dramatic story of the biggest scientific deception of our time. The news breaks first as a tale of fear and pity. Research at a London hospital has apparently found a link between autism and a v
From Jill Stark, bestselling author of Happy Never After, comes this warm and practical book of tips and wisdom to help guide you through the tough times. This is a self-care manual for the days whe
A dazzling story of female friendship, the cost of a creative life, and the secrets that can undo us. At a private East Coast college, two outsiders meet in art class. Mel is brash, brilliant, and w
