Collection: Adult Non Fiction - Society & Culture

HISTORY. Mary Magdalene- probably the Bible's most enigmatic and controversial figure- has fired the imagination of artists, writers, philosophers and historians for nearly two thousand years. In the search for the true story and character of this mysterious female deciple of Jesus, the author ta...

Based on teachings from the Kadampa Buddhist Tradition, Modern Buddhism is a special presentation that communicates the essence of the entire path to liberation and enlightenment in a way that is easy to understand and put into practice.

ETIQUETTE & ENTERTAINING. From an authority on etiquette, with help from her world-famous granddaughter, Liv Tyler, this is a colourful guide to 21stcentury manners for the millions of young professionals who want to be their best in every setting, from business meetings to casual events or when ...

"Exploring more than 100 big ideas on topics as diverse as the rule of law, the extent of liberty, and the justification of warfare, [this book] takes you on a journey through the history of politics, from the influential theories of ancient Greece, Rome, and Asia to modern concepts voiced by tod...

SEX & SEXUALITY. "Women should be obscene and not heard". (John Lennon). "The only unnatural act is that which you cannot perform". (Alfred Kinsey). "Fat people are brilliant in bed: if I'm sitting on top of you, who's going to argue?" (Jo Brand). "What most women want is not a man who ties you t...

Written by best-selling author Jean-Pierre Isbouts, "Who's Who in the Bible" is the ultimate reference guide to the men and women in the Bible, featuring more than 2,000 entries spanning Genesis to Revelation. From the author of "In the Footsteps of Jesus" and "The Biblical World" comes a vibrant...

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples live about 10 years less than non-indigenous Australians. Since 2006, the ‘closing the gap’ campaign has been pursued in collaboration between government and health, welfare and rights agencies to try and close the health and life expectancy gap withi...

The whole world wants to learn the secrets of Nordic exceptionalism: Why are the Danes the happiest people in the world, despite having the highest taxes? If the Finns really have the best education system, how come they still think all Swedish men are gay? Are the Icelanders really feral? This b...

A collection of tales told by Scheherazade to amuse the cruel sultan and stop him from executing her as he had his other daily wives.

Approach life at home the Madame Chic way: a beautiful, illustrated toolbox of tips and ideas for organizing, entertaining, and savoring a stylish life. When she arrived at Madame Chic's Parisian apartment as a foreign exchange student, Jennifer Scott was a casual California girl who thought swea...