Psychology
Six Days in August: The Story of Stockholm Syndrome
Paperback
A rollicking account of the bizarre hostage drama that gave rise to the term "Stockholm syndrome."
Useful Delusions: The Power and Paradox of the Self-Deceiving Brain
Hardback
From The New York Times best-selling author and host of Hidden Brain comes a counterintuitive, thought-provoking exploration of deception’s role in human success.
The Stoic Challenge: A Philosopher's Guide to Becoming Tougher, Calmer, and More Resilient
Paperback
Ancient Stoic insights combined with modern psychological research help us overcome—and even benefit from—everyday obstacles.
Heartwarming: How Our Inner Thermostat Made Us Human
Hardback
A charming investigation of core body temperature regulation and its powerful effect on human civilisation.
Nobody's Normal: How Culture Created the Stigma of Mental Illness
Hardback
A compassionate and captivating examination of evolving attitudes toward mental illness throughout history and the fight to end the stigma.