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A Political Life: 1937 - 1985
by Alain Badiou
The renowned philosopher and polymath Alain Badiou tells the story of the first five decades of his life, from 1937 to 1985, setting it within the political history of the twentieth century. Born in Morocco on the eve of catastrophic conflict, Badiou's childhood and youth were marked by the Second World War and the Algerian War, experiences that would shape his political consciousness.
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The Story of Stories: The Million-Year History of a Uniquely Human Art
by Kevin Ashton
Joan Didion told us, "we tell ourselves stories in order to live." And yet, the story of stories has never been told until now. MIT technology pioneer Kevin Ashton was at the forefront of the digital revolution that led to the invention of the smartphone, the ultimate storytelling device. This latest technology in the long arc of human storytelling allows anyone, for the first time in history, to tell stories to everyone.
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The Secret Language of Work: Hyper-Helpful Scripts for Every Situation
by Erin McGoff
Erin McGoff shares her best, customizable scripts for how to communicate in the professional world--word-for-word, exactly what to say during interviews, while negotiating salaries, when you need to set boundaries with co-workers, as you advocate for yourself, and in any sticky situation at the office.
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Unread: A Memoir of Learning (and Loving) to Read on Tiktok
by Oliver James
As a result of childhood learning disabilities and educational neglect, Oliver James graduated from high school and became one of approximately 45 million functionally illiterate Americans. However, at age 32, with big dreams and few tools to actualize them, he dedicated himself to learning the key skill that had evaded him his entire life: reading. Oliver has become a TikTok/BookTok sensation for the way he's candidly documented his decision to learn to read as an adult, and his struggles and triumphs along the way. Here, he tells the full story behind his journey for the first time through the 21 key books that shaped and informed his experience.
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Aq: A New Kind of Intelligence for a World That's Always Changing
by Liz Tran
You've heard of IQ and EQ. But in today's world, they're no longer enough. We need the Agility Quotient (AQ). Holistic, practical, and easy to digest (without feeling corporate). If you're looking for a quick, yet addictive read about how to manage uncertainty, this is one of those books that will make you feel a little more steady.
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The Racial Wealth Gap: A Brief History
by Mehrsa Baradaran
Why has the racial wealth gap between the median white households and median Black households remained stagnant over the past century, never narrowing below six to one? Leading expert on race and financial equality Mehrsa Baradaran attempts to answer this question in The Racial Wealth Gap.
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Arsenio: A Memoir
by Arsenio Hall
Arsenio Hall, America's beloved late-night TV host, reveals the ups and downs of his remarkable career as a trailblazing pioneer with this vivid, outrageous behind-the-scenes, star-studded, no-holds-barred memoir of celebrity, race, and show business.
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Daughter of Mother-Of-Pearl
by Mandy-Suzanne Wong
Seventeen ingenious essays devoted to snails' and aquatic invertebrates' uncanny ways of living.
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PCOS for Dummies
by Gaynor Bussell
Answers to your questions about polycystic ovarian syndrome PCOS For Dummies, 2nd Edition is a trustworthy resource for information on polycystic ovarian syndrome, a condition caused by hormone imbalance. Many cases of PCOS go undiagnosed--learn to spot the symptoms and get tested. If you've been diagnosed, this book helps you consider available treatment options, including both traditional medical treatments and alternative therapies.
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