The Nightingale is a gripping historical fiction by Kristin Hannah, set in France during World War II. It tells the story of two sisters, Vianne and Isabelle, who respond to the war in very different ways. Vianne, the elder sister, tries to keep her head down and protect her daughter, while Isabelle, the younger, rebellious sister, joins the French Resistance. The book is a powerful exploration of the horrors of war and the resilience of the human spirit.
A philosophical journey of self-discovery set in a secluded Swiss sanatorium.
Freakonomics, co-authored by economist Steven D. Levitt and journalist Stephen J. Dubner, is a groundbreaking work that challenges conventional wisdom and applies economic theories to a wide range of real-world phenomena. By exploring the hidden side of everything, from crime rates to parenting styles, it reveals how economic principles impact our daily lives in unexpected ways. The book uses rigorous data analysis to debunk myths and uncover the incentives that drive human behavior, making economics accessible and entertaining.
The Family Book by Todd Parr celebrates the love we feel for our families and all the different varieties they come in.
This book details the evolution of automobile manufacturing, focusing on Toyota’s innovative lean production method that revolutionized the industry and set new standards for efficiency and quality.
A collection of bedtime stories featuring biographies of 100 inspirational women from past and present, designed to empower girls.