Who Owns the Moon?: In Defence of Humanity's Common Interests in Space by A. C. Grayling
Category: Non Fiction: General
Silicon for microchips; manganese for batteries; titanium for missiles. The moon contains a wealth of natural resources. So, as the Earth's supplies have begun to dwindle, it is no surprise that the world's superpowers and wealthiest corporations have turned their eyes to the stars. As this new Space Ra ...Show more
American Mother by Colum McCann Dianne Foley
Category: Non Fiction: General
The English language has no specific word for the parent that has lost a child. There exist words for orphan, widow and widower, but there is no word that captures and conveys this tragic type of loss. It has been eleven years since Diane Foley's son, the American journalist James Foley, was kidnapped ...Show more
Vulture Capitalism: Corporate Crimes, Backdoor Bailouts and the Death of Freedom by Grace Blakeley
Category: Non Fiction: General
All over the world, democracy is in crisis. Liberal political systems are straining under the pressure imposed by authoritarian strong men undermining institutions, the rule of law and the international system that governs relations between countries. Obvious examples include Donald Trump and Boris John ...Show more
The Core of an Onion by Mark Kurlansky
Category: Non Fiction: General
From the New York Times-bestselling author of Cod and Salt, a delectable look at the cultural, historical, and gastronomical layers of one of the world's most beloved culinary staples--featuring original illustrations and recipes from around the world. As Julia Child once said, "It is hard to imagine ...Show more
Baker Bleu: Bake It Till You Make It by Mike Russell
Category: Non Fiction: General
Baker Bleu The Book is a cookbook of sorts. At least, it has 70 plus delicious, inventive recipes for anyone who wants to emulate the best bread and Roman-style sourdough pizza bases in Melbourne. And those who are sandwich fiends (like Neil Perry), or who aspire to resourcefulness with leftover br ...Show more
How Migration Really Works: A Factful Guide to the Most Divisive Issue in Politics by Hein de Haas
Category: Non Fiction: General
An authoritative and myth-busting analysis that tells us why we're wrong about migration Global migration is not at an all-time high. The climate emergency will not lead to mass migration. Border restrictions have actually produced more migration. These statements might sound like they completely contra ...Show more
Fungi: Discover the Science and Secrets Behind the World of Mushrooms by Lynne Boddy, Ali Ashby
Category: Non Fiction: General
A stunning, authoritative book on the fungal kingdom, uncovering the hidden world of more than 300 global speciesDiscover the fascinating stories behind 300 species of fungi and understand the world of mushrooms like never before!Did you know that fungi put the fizz in champagne and the flavour in choco ...Show more
The Menopause Brain: The new science for women to navigate midlife and optimise brain health for later years by Lisa Mosconi
Category: Non Fiction: General
The New York Times bestselling author of The XX Brain outlines the latest science showing how to navigate perimenopause and menopause successfully, and come out the other side with an even better brain. Menopause and perimenopause are still a black box to most doctors, leaving patients exasperated as t ...Show more
Ten Steps to Nanette: A Memoir Situation by Hannah Gadsby
Category: Non Fiction: General
The memoir from Australia's much-loved comedian, Hannah Gadsby, whose stand-up show and self-described swan-song, Nanette, played to sold-out houses in Australia, the UK and the US. Its launch on Netflix, and subsequent Emmy and Peabody wins, took Nanette (and Hannah) to the world.
Outspoken: My fight for freedom and human rights in Afghanistan by Dr Sima Samar
Category: Non Fiction: General
'I have three strikes against me. I'm a woman, I speak out for women and I'm Hazara, the most persecuted tribe in Afghanistan.' Dr Sima Samar has been fighting for equality and justice for most of her life. Born into a polygamous family, she learned early that girls had inferior status, and had to agree ...Show more
The Magnificent Book of Treasures: Vikings by Stella Caldwell
Category: Non Fiction: General | Series: The\Magnificent Book Of Ser.
Take an incredible journey back in time to a land of warriors, longboats and legends. Marvel at fabulous treasures and sagas of heroes, monsters and epic voyages. Travel back in time more than a thousand years to visit the world of the Vikings. Board a longship to go on a voyage of exploration, and ...Show more
The Greatest Evil is War by Chris Hedges
Category: New Arrivals
Now with a new preface for the paperback edition by the author, an unflinching indictment of the horror and obscenity of war by one of our finest war correspondents. Drawn from experience and interviews by Pulitzer-prize-winner Chris Hedges, a devastating look the hidden costs of war, what it does to in ...Show more