The 351 Books of Irma Arcuri
An intricate literary mystery spanning two continents and the tangled web of relationships between a mathematical prodigy and a worldly book restorer. The author references Cervantes, Borges and Camus in this mindblowing novel of books, sex and math.
A cultural history of nerddom from its awkward origins to its exalted status in the modern day. Self-professed nerd Nugent fondly explores the common ground that joins Trekkies, D&D players, computer geeks and debate team kids.
From the author of The Alchemist comes the story of a young Irish enchantress and her journey through the Wicca pagan tradition. A classic Coelho tale of magic, passion, spirituality and love.
The House at Riverton
Set in England between the wars, this debut novel is both a story of one shocking incident at an aristocratic manor house and a wider tale of a vanishing way of life. Highly recommended for fans of Ian McEwen and Daphne du Maurier.
Nothing To Be Frightened Of
The latest non-fiction work from the author of Arthur & George is a meditation on mortality and God, as well as a family memoir. The book reveals much about Barnes the writer, and about the human condition as well.
Soon I Will Be Invincible
Doctor Impossible is the world’s greatest evil genius… once again behind bars after yet another defeat. But there’s always a next time and a new scheme for world conquest. A brilliant deconstruction of and homage to the comic book genre!
Cruciverbalism
A crossword expert reveals what goes into a great puzzle, 100 essential words, and more!
All I Really Needed to Know I Learned From Star Trek
Why not to wear a red shirt, and other gems.
Undaunted
A history of early aviation’s long distance flyers, like Lindberg, Earhart, and Hughes.
Labyrinths
Explore the alphabet as you search for a path through these mazes in the shapes of letters.
Sayonara Home Run!
Baseball cards tell the history of the national pastime... of Japan, that is.
Islam
Karen Armstrong, author of The Great Transformation, presents a clear and accessible history of Islam.
Dream Psychology
Last night we dreamt you bought this primer to psychoanalysis taken from Freud’s most influential works.
New Yorker Book of Cartoon Puzzles
Find New Yorker cartoons predictable? Guess the missing punchlines and solve these puzzles, smarty-pants!
Ancient Mysteries
Archeologists use new technology to investigate the riddles of ancient artifacts.
How to Read a French Fry
Discover the scientific explanations for cooking mysteries, like why strawberry and rhubarb are so delicious together.
Great Adaptations
Not a lost Dickens novel - this illustrated guide shows how to adapt older buildings into stylish modern residences.
Massive catalogue of European graphic design between the world wars.