The author of The Liberator documents the story of an American doctor in Paris and his life-risking espionage contributions to the French resistance during World War II.
Told through the author's own evolving understanding of the subject over the course of his life comes a bold and personal investigation into America's racial history and its contemporary echoes.
Recounts the transformation of American democracy after the 1965 passage of the Voting Rights Act and discusses how a half-century later the issues of race, representation and political power are just as heated as ever before.
A call-to-arms guide to ending hunger shares 120 recipes for satisfying, healthful meals on a daily budget equivalent to the amount of government food-stamp allowances, offering complementary information about economical cooking methods.
A woman chronicles her exploration of looking on the bright side of every life situation over the course of a year and discusses how gratitude can transform every part of a person's life and lead to a more fulfilling existence.
Tracing the stories of New Orleanians from all walks of life as they confront the aftermath of one of the great tragedies of our age, an investigative journalist revisits Hurricane Katrina's immediate damage; the city of New Orleans' efforts to rebuild itself; and the storm's lasting effects on the psychic, racial and social fabric of one of this nation's great cities.
The author of Wearing Dad's Head draws on his experiences as both a hoarder and an investigator to profile subjects ranging from professional decluttering services and anti-hoarding therapy to the brain science behind hoarding and the way clutter affects relationships.
The poetry columnist for The New York Times examines the beloved Robert Frost poem, its history, cultural influence and artistic complexity and then tackles the controversy between the two diverging opinions on the poem's meaning.
An award-winning meteorologist presents an account of the legendary hurricane to assess its destruction of Galveston, role in thousands of deaths and influence on American history and culture.
In a book that aims to be essential reading for any parent, teacher, therapist or caregiver of a person with autism, one of the world's leading authorities on autism suggests a major shift in understanding autism and offers inspiring stories and practical advice drawn from his more than four-decade career.
A portrait of the world of dolphins explores their conflicted history with humans, sharing scientific insights into their intelligence while discussing how they have been used as theme park attractions, military tools and sporting targets.
Exploring the intersection of great books and great food, a blogger, butcher, pastry chef and avid reader presents a delicious literary feast based on food scenes from her favorite books, along with her own original recipes.
Documents the August 1942 escape of three dozen Allied officers from Oflag Prison, detailing their months of careful planning and secret training, the methods they used and the courage of civilians who risked their lives to help them in enemy territory.