Modern Culture

In Biblical Critical Theory, Christopher Watkin draws a winsome vision for biblical cultural engagement in which faithfulness to Scripture and sensitivity to culture walk hand in hand. If Christians want to speak with a fresh, engaging and constructive voice within our culture, we need to press deeper into the core truths of the Bible.

Driven by eyewitness accounts and combining urban history with a life-and-death drama and a technological detective story, Floodpath grippingly reanimates the reality behind LA noir fictions like the classic film Chinatown. In an era of climate change, increasing demand on water resources, and a neglected American infrastructure, the tragedy of the St. Francis Dam has never been more relevant.

The History of Australia: From Indigenous Origins to a Modern Nation Australia is called the “land down under,” but how much do you really know about its past? Did you know that modern Australia started as a British prison colony? Or that for tens of thousands of years before that, Indigenous peoples lived there, building rich cultures and traditions? This book takes you through Australia’s history, from its first inhabitants to the arrival of European settlers to its fight for independence to its current role in world events. Learn about the convicts who built early settlements, the ...

Embark on a Thrilling Journey Through Viking Lore Step into the mystical world of Norse mythology, where gods like Odin, Thor, and Loki face giants, monsters, and fate itself. In Norse Mythology: Legends and Legacy, author Shari Claire takes you on an adventure through timeless stories, blending captivating storytelling with modern insights. This book provides an accessible yet comprehensive guide to Norse myths, exploring the origins, adventures, and cultural significance of these legendary figures. Shari Claire bridges the gap between scholarly research and engaging storytelling, delving ...

Andrew Lambert, author of The Challenge - winner of the prestigious Anderson Medal - turns his attention to Athens, Carthage, Venice, the Dutch Republic, and Britain, examining how their identities as "seapowers" informed their actions and enabled them to achieve success disproportionate to their size. Lambert demonstrates how creating maritime identities made these states more dynamic, open, and inclusive than their lumbering continental rivals. Only when they forgot this aspect of their identity did these nations begin to decline.

Our age is obsessed by the idea of conspiracy. We see it everywhere---from Pearl Harbor to 9/11, from the assassination of Kennedy to the death of Diana. In this age of terrorism we live in, the role of conspiracy is a serious one---one that can fuel radical or fringe elements to violence. For award-winning journalist David Aaronovitch, there came a time when he started to see a pattern among these inflammatory theories.

Much has been written about the storied New Hollywood of the 1970s, but while Martin Scorsese, Steven Spielberg, and Francis Ford Coppola were making their first classic movies, a parallel universe of directors gave birth to the modern horror film - aggressive, raw, and utterly original. Based on unprecedented access to the genre's major players, New York Times critic Jason Zinoman's Shock Value delivers the first definitive account of horror's golden age.

Fifty Inventions That Shaped the Modern Economy paints an epic picture of change in an intimate way by telling the stories of the tools, people, and ideas that had far-reaching consequences for all of us. From the plough to artificial intelligence, from Gillette's disposable razor to IKEA's Billy bookcase, best-selling author and Financial Times columnist Tim Harford recounts each invention's own curious, surprising, and memorable story.

Happy Singlehood charts a way forward for singles to live life on their terms, and shows how everyone - single or coupled - can benefit from accepting solo living. Based on personal interviews, quantitative analysis, and extensive review of singles' writings and literature, author Elyakim Kislev uncovers groundbreaking insights on how unmarried people create satisfying lives in a world where social structures and policies are still designed to favor marriage.

Aiden is an unlucky-in-love influencer who’s made a career out of documenting his dating disasters online. On a whim, he downloads a mysterious new dating app called LunaLove—known for matching users with their “perfect mate.” His first match? Dylan—drop-dead gorgeous, ruggedly outdoorsy, and… strangely intense about “pack loyalty.” What Aiden doesn’t know is that LunaLove was actually created for supernatural matchmaking, and Dylan is a real, live alpha werewolf looking for his fated mate. Their first date is a comedy of errors—Aiden thinks Dylan is a weird wilderness ...

The Legacy of Carl Jung: How Jungian Ideas Shape Modern Thought, Therapy, and Culture explores the powerful and lasting influence of Carl Jung’s psychology in today’s world. From archetypes in pop culture and the rise of personality typing to shadow work, dream analysis, and spiritual growth, Jung’s ideas continue to shape how we understand ourselves and others. This accessible, engaging guide examines how core Jungian concepts—such as the collective unconscious, individuation, and synchronicity—are now thriving in therapy rooms, on social media, in movies, and within modern ...

When hunger goes quiet, the world gets loud. In the last few years, a little-known hormone called GLP-1 has gone from medical obscurity to cultural obsession. What began as an injectable drug for type 2 diabetes has exploded into the most talked-about appetite-suppressing treatment in history—fueling rapid weight loss, silencing constant cravings, and quietly disrupting every corner of the food and drink industry. From viral TikToks to whispered celebrity endorsements, from Wall Street forecasts to family dinner tables, the “Satiety Era” is here—and it’s changing everything. In ...

The inspiration for this book came from a thought that deeply intrigued me – what if an alien visited Japan, seeking to understand the life here? Where would I, who have been living in this country for over ten years, take him? Perhaps on a tour of a typical corporate office, presenting him with “the average day in the life of a salaryman”, would this be enough to capture the essence of Japanese life? Certainly not. To truly penetrate the soul of Japan requires a journey across its vast expanse, engaging with the myriad personalities that stitch together the nation's cultural and ...

The Real Self-Care Guide: Authentic Wellness Tips for Modern Life Simple, Science-Based Practices to Feel Good From the Inside Out (Without the Toxic Wellness Culture) Tired of elaborate morning routines that leave you feeling exhausted before your day even starts? Ready to ditch the toxic "glow-up" culture and discover what self-care actually means? In a world obsessed with 10-step skincare routines, expensive supplements, and impossible beauty standards, The Real Self-Care Guide cuts through the noise to deliver what actually works. This isn't another book about achieving perfection—...

The New York Times best-selling author traces the development of technology from the Industrial Age to the Digital Age to explore the single component crucial to advancement - precision - in a superb history that is both an homage and a warning for our future.

Jessica Rossi is a celebrity swimsuit model walking the Paris and Milan runways for the first time. She is a modern day princess, controlled by her agency, told how to act, who to date, what to think. She cannot take it anymore and escapes to Rome to blend into the landscape and enjoy a period of freedom and normalcy. Falling in with a tour group led by a professor of art history from the Metropolitan Museum in New York, Jess finds far more than she was looking for and her life's trajectory spins in a new direction. This is a story of adventure, enlightenment, coming of age, romance, and ...

The Collective Unconscious Debate: Modern Controversies and Its Relevance Today explores one of psychology’s most mysterious and debated ideas through a fresh, modern lens. From the scientific critique of inherited archetypes to the cultural, philosophical, and digital implications of shared symbolism, this engaging and accessible book dives deep into the complex questions surrounding the collective unconscious. Is the collective unconscious a timeless truth, a metaphor for human connection, or a relic of outdated thinking? This book examines the theory’s impact on therapy, neuroscience...

In this volume, Steven Johnson explores the history of innovation over centuries, tracing facets of modern life (refrigeration, clocks, and eyeglass lenses, to name a few) from their creation by hobbyists, amateurs, and entrepreneurs to their unintended historical consequences. Filled with surprising stories of accidental genius and brilliant mistakes - from the French publisher who invented the phonograph before Edison but forgot to include playback, to the Hollywood movie star who helped invent the technology behind Wi-Fi and Bluetooth.

Mahjong: A Chinese Game and the Making of Modern American Culture illustrates how the spaces between tiles and the moments between games have fostered distinct social cultures in the United States. This mass-produced game crossed the Pacific, creating waves of popularity over the 20th century. Annelise Heinz narrates the history of this game to show how it has created a variety of meanings, among them American modernity, Chinese American heritage, and Jewish American women's culture.

Discover how ancient myths still shape our modern world in ways you may never have imagined. From the gods of Greece and Rome to the legends of Norse warriors and the sacred stories of indigenous peoples, mythology is more than a relic of the past—it’s a living influence that continues to shape our language, politics, art, and beliefs. Mythology and Modern Civilization: How Ancient Stories Shape Culture, Beliefs, and Society Today takes you on an in-depth journey through history and culture to reveal how ancient tales still guide our values, inspire our creativity, and define our ...