Social Sciences

The bestselling and essential movie reference book fully revised and updated for 2020.

The story of Islam as never presented before

A lyrical debut packed with myth, magic and folklore, perfect for fans of Erin Morgenstern and Angela Carter

Did Jeffrey Epstein kill himself?

In 1919, award-winning poet Eve L. Ewing recovers the essentially human stories at the heart of the Chicago Race Riot of 1919: of the people who took part in it, and of the lives that were marked by it. This most intense of the riots of the USA's 'Red Summer' lasted eight days, resulting in thirty-eight deaths and almost 500 injuries; it was a signal and traumatic event which has now shaped the history of the city where it took place for a century. As well as telling the tale of the riot itsel

At an all-time high of '90s and boy band nostalgia *NSYNC remains beloved, and is still making headlines today. This cheeky motivational journal inspired by the world's greatest boy band is an irresistible gift or self-purchase for fans.

What sort of Brit are you? A hilarious illustrated guide to the unique inhabitants of these isles

Previously published as 'A False Report'The real-life investigation behind the forthcoming NETFLIX series: two Pulitzer Prize-winning journalists uncover the story of Marie, an eighteen-year-old girl who was branded a liar after reporting her brutal rape, and the detectives who followed a twisting path to arrive at the truth.

Got 3 minutes to spare? You'll find the challenge and encouragement you need in 3-Minute Devotions for Men.

200 women from a variety of backgrounds are asked the same five questions. Their answers are inspiring human stories of success and courage, love and pain, redemption and generosity.

Compared to other animals, the way humans live - our manners, morals, habits, experiences, relationships, technology, values - changes at a bewildering speed. Why is this? Felipe Fernandez-Armesto offers some revolutionary answers to this fundamental question about our species - and speculates on what they mean for our future.

With just the right blend of text and commentary, the popular A Family Haggadah, with new full-color art, is the haggadah of choice for families with young children to use at their Passover seders. Hebrew prayers and songs include English translations and transliterations.