Global Exploration

Meet queer, BIPOC, and women artists around the world as they discuss the gifts, costs, and redemptive power of pursuing a creative life Is the all-encompassing quest to become a self-sustaining artist worth the sacrifices it often requires? Throughout her 20s and 30s, Stephanie Elizondo Griest...

Embark on a thrilling adventure with Jules Verne’s "Around the World in Eighty Days: Adapted for Modern Readers." This refreshed edition breathes new life into the classic tale with clean formatting and contemporary typography, making it more accessible for today's audience. The adapted language ensures clarity while preserving Verne’s original tone, allowing modern readers to dive seamlessly into the whirlwind journey that has captivated imaginations for generations. Set against the backdrop of the 19th century, this timeless narrative follows Phileas Fogg in a daring race against the ...

Ancient Mysteries, Deadly Secrets: Can Nicholas Foxe Crack the Code in Time?Nicholas Foxe is a brilliant yet restless cryptographer. He begins to question whether his thirst for adventure will ever be satisfied. Just when he resigns himself to a routine life, he’s drawn into an astonishing discovery deep within a hidden cavern. It is a futuristic artifact buried for millennia, its purpose shrouded in mystery. What secrets does it hold, and who else will stop at nothing to claim it? As Nicholas is thrust into a globe-spanning quest to decode the artifact. He discovers its implications ...

*A New York Times Book Review Editors’ Choice* From celebrated Yale professor Valerie Hansen, a “vivid” and “astonishingly comprehensive account [that] casts world history in a brilliant new light” (Publishers Weekly, starred review) and shows how bold explorations and daring trade...

Reveals the profound influence of the Denisovans and their hybrid descendants upon the flowering of human civilization around the world Traces the migrations of the sophisticated Denisovans and their interbreeding with Neanderthals and early human populations more than 40,000 years ago ...

"Listen to this if you want to hear a narrator at the top of his game recount a fascinating--and at times disturbing--true story of adventure, disaster, discovery, cannibalism, and more. Will Damron makes Levy's fascinating account of the Greely (Polar) Expedition come to life...This is a...

Resurrection World, The Eden Project is a pre-Apocalypse science fiction novel about groups of humans who are resurrected on a terraformed world. The Eden Project is an effort by the Federation of Space-Faring Sentient Races to avoid an approaching extinction event to the Earth. The first, and largest group of humans died in London during the Black Plague, and the second group died in the Battle of Gettysburg and on a convict ship that sunk off Australia in the same year. The third group died in London and Pearl Harbor in December 1941. After the Royal Navy's Fleet's secret weapon has ...

In Journey Through The Solar System, you can join the experience of a lifetime without leaving your home. Get ready for an unforgettable space holiday! You're about to launch on a voyage beyond your wildest dreams, touring the marvels of our Solar System (the sun, planets, comets, and asteroids) and the mysteries of the cosmos.

When you become more than human, can you stay yourself? Michael Knightsbridge shouldn’t be president. Two years ago, he was a nobody—dead-end government job, failed relationships, going nowhere. Then he volunteered for a dark matter experiment at Berkeley that changed him. Gave him confidence. Ambition. A future with the woman he loves. Within months, he was running for president. But Michael isn’t working alone. During that experiment, something else awakened—an intelligence vast, sophisticated, and silicon-based. It shares his consciousness. Guides his decisions. Amplifies his ...

From the New York Times bestselling author of A History of the World in 12 Maps, this is the revelatory history of the four cardinal directions that have oriented and defined our place on the globe for millennia. North, south, east, and west: almost all societies use these four cardinal...

In this eBook, we dive into the fascinating world of space colonization, exploring the challenges, opportunities, and prospects of humanity's quest to expand beyond Earth's boundaries. We begin by defining space colonization as the establishment of sustainable human settlements on celestial bodies such as the Moon and Mars. We then discuss the scientific, technical, social, ethical, and philosophical perspectives of space colonization, highlighting its potential to advance scientific knowledge, technological innovation, and international cooperation. We examine the main purposes of space ...

Revised and Updated Second Edition Life is all about Surviving the Lessons and Growing from Them. Shot at, arrested, threatened and endangered - Author Allan J. Wind survived incredible and unexpected dangers as a global humanitarian volunteer and lived to share the powerful lessons he learned on his travels. If you're struggling to find inspiration and motivation because of the challenging events in the world, this book reminds you that there are many remarkable stories of people who do care and whose generosity is changing the world. Service is a calling - and a challenge for us. Words ...

This comprehensive vocabulary builder transforms language learning through over 300 engaging non-fiction stories, teaching advanced vocabulary in context rather than through rote memorization. Whether exploring bioluminescent creatures in marine biology stories, learning about astronomical phenomena like black holes and supernovas, or discovering historical events like the Great Train Robbery, readers naturally acquire SAT-level, TOEFL or IELTS vocabulary while satisfying their curiosity about the world. The book's ESL-friendly approach introduces complex terms like "cryopreservation" ...

An eye-opening, illustrated look at something we often take for granted—our trash, and the systems in place that make it disappear (or not) In a world of mass consumption and busy schedules, taking the time to understand our own trash habits can be daunting. In Trash Talk, the ever-curious and...

They call themselves Alpha Adventures, a group of six extraordinary people who come together for one special purpose... to seek the impossible. Funded by a billionaire heiress, and each possessing a unique skill set, The Adventurers will stop at nothing to find the mythical, the fantastical, the lost, and the forgotten. Now on the trail of the legendary sunken city of Kitezh off the coast of Russia, and on the run from a London mobster with his own agenda—the team soon discovers evidence of an elaborate hoax... And proof of something out of this world. Or under it. After all, there’s ...

A vivid, sweeping, and “fact-filled” (Booklist, starred review) history of mankind’s battles with infectious disease that “contextualizes the COVID-19 pandemic” (Publishers Weekly)—for readers of the #1 New York Times bestsellers Yuval Harari’s Sapiens and John Barry’s The Great...

Discover how the migration of peoples has shaped the modern world. This book details the movement of people and cultures around the world - from the early migrations of Homo erectus out of Africa 50,000 years ago to modern refugee movements and migrations. Through intimate firsthand accounts...

Discover the Hidden Meaning Behind Cairns and Stone Stacking 🌍 Why have humans stacked stones for thousands of years? 🌀 What spiritual power lies within these seemingly simple formations? ⚠️ Could you be overlooking one of the oldest mindfulness rituals still practiced today? From sacred markers on ancient trails to meditative expressions of balance, cairns hold wisdom far beyond their shape. This powerful guide reveals the spiritual, cultural, and symbolic meanings behind stone stacking traditions across the globe - connecting past and present through ritual, reverence, and ...

From Stone Age baskets to sleek smart suitcases, the story of bags is the story of human movement. Discover how the simple act of carrying transformed travel, trade, and culture across thousands of years.Full Description For as long as humans have traveled, we’ve needed a way to bring pieces of our world along with us. A History of Bags and Suitcases takes readers on an unforgettable journey through time, exploring how bags evolved from essential survival tools to powerful symbols of identity, fashion, and innovation. Along the way, you’ll uncover: The ingenious designs of ancient ...

Embark on a sumptuous journey that will tantalize your taste buds and transform your culinary experience with "Globally Gluten-Free" – the quintessential guide for anyone navigating the waters of wheat intolerance, celiac disease, or simply seeking a healthier lifestyle through a wheat-free diet. Prepare to be whisked away from the sun-kissed shores of the Mediterranean to the vibrant streets of Latin America, from the sophistication of European cuisine to the rich, aromatic flavors of Africa and the fragrant spice markets of India. "Globally Gluten-Free" is not merely a collection of ...