21st Century History

In this remarkable and provocative book, Yanis Varoufakis explodes the myth that financialisation, ineffectual regulation of banks, greed and globalisation were the root causes of the global economic crisis. Rather,...

The scorching, escapist new thriller from the Sunday Times bestselling author of The Castaways 'An addictive sun-soaked thriller' MARIE CLAIRE 'The perfect holiday read' CLAIRE DOUGLAS 'Brimming with tension' CLARE...

The founder of the field of AI risk explains why superintelligent AI is a global suicide bomb and we must halt development immediately AI is the greatest threat to our...

This stunning debut has won major acclaim, winning the Guardian First Book Award and Book of the Year at the Irish Book Awards ; it was shortlisted for the Dublin...

The ultimate Christmas bestseller of amazing facts, extraordinary stories, and eye-opening pictures is back! Every year Ripley's Believe It or Not! storms the bestseller list as it unveils the latest...

On one of Spencer Ostrander's early visits to Times Square, the rain began to fall. The people in the crowd, suddenly draped in plastic, were transformed into abstract, brilliant reflections...

A personal, spirited, and concise chronological timeline spanning from Biblical times to today that explores one of the most fascinating countries in the world-Israel. Israel. The small strip of arid...

In order to understand the massive social and cultural changes that took place in Australia since the end of World War II, Michelle Arrow examines popular culture through three main...

When Sgt. Dan Mills and the rest of the 1st Battalion, The Princess of Wales's Royal Regiment flew into Iraq in April, 2004, they were supposed to be winning hearts...

The Sunday Times bestselling novel about two star-crossed lovers in war-torn Cyprus Two teenagers, a Greek Cypriot and a Turkish Cypriot, meet at a taverna on the island they both...

In 2004 which college was Mark Zuckerberg attending when he co-created Facebook? What did Bjork leave on the red carpet when she attended the 2001 Academy awards? What game-changing tech...

Discover the remarkable story of Wayne Bergmann, a Nyikina man and Kimberley leader who has dedicated his life to his community, in this moving memoir of living between two cultures....

The 'Event' Autobiography of the Year now out in paperback - a brave, inspiring and wildly entertaining memoir full of self-help lessons for readers, from one of the world's most...

'Eloquent, empathetic and passionate, this book will not just resonate with a new generation of queer people, but with all those who seek to be their allies. A brilliant book.'...

When you combine the deepest learning and the highest readability with the most plumptious story-telling, the result is A. N. Wilson ... Stephen Fry Known for his journalism, biographies and...

Throughout the years, Gloria Steinem is perhaps the single-most iconic figure associated with women's rights, her name practically synonymous with the word "feminism." Documenting everything from her boundary-pushing journalistic career...

For fans of Reni Eddo-Lodge, Laurie Penny and Laura Bates, HOW TO START A REVOLUTION is an examination of fourth wave feminism and political youth culture. It is also a...

From Pete Souza, the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Obama: An Intimate Portrait , comes a potent commentary on the Presidency -- and our country. As Chief Official...

Set over one sizzling summer comes a shimmering, joyful new novel about the happily-ever-after that wasn't and the exes determined to make the best of it from the #1 Sunday...

She has a plan . . . Fate has other ideas. There are two men in my life. But this is not a love triangle. Mara Williams reads her horoscope...

The surprise election of Hasan Rouhani in 2013 has refocused attention on the dynamics between Islam and democracy in Iran after the hiatus of the Ahmadinejad presidency. With comparisons being...

For more than 25 years, Pocket World in Figures has been the indispensable handbook on the state of the world, covering demographics, industry, politics, geography, culture and more. Where else...

An illustrated historical tour of London's 13 great railway termini, on a clockwise circuit from Paddington to Victoria. London's railway termini are among the most recognisable and familiar landmarks in...

The Sunday Times No.1 bestseller. 'Sixty special forces against 100,000 - a feat of British arms to take the breath away' Frederick Forsyth. They were branded as cowards and accused...

Help kids ages 6 to 9 discover the life of Barack Obama-a story about hope, change, and breaking down barriers Barack Obama was the first African American president of the...

Every great love story deserves a great ending. 'I've never read a story quite like this deeply moving, complex novel' Jodi Picoult, the global bestseller 'An epic love story and...

Green is like water; it is everywhere, and we can't live without it. Green is the color of nature and the environment. Green is life. Interior designer and style guru...

Published in hardback as THE ART OF BETRAYAL and fully updated for the paperback edition. The British Secret Service has been cloaked in secrecy and shrouded in myth since it...

'Sexy, fun and full of heart.' Beth O'Leary, author of The Flatshare 'A charming, uplifting contemporary romance - this is Laura Jane Williams at her best!' Sophie Cousens, author of...

The Sunday Times bestsellerTHE STORY OF BRITAIN during the long reign of Queen Elizabeth II. Find out how Britain changed in this entrancing, lively portrait of Britain's Elizabethan Age by...

How far would you go to keep your family safe? The gripping new page-turner from the Sunday Times bestselling author of One Minute Later Angie Watts used to have everything....

A new history of modern Britain that makes sense of its contradictions today Imperial Island shows how empire, its disintegration and its ever-present aftermath have profoundly shaped the British people,...

A New York Times bestseller and recommended by Bill Gates- Jared Diamond's visionary exploration of how nations cope with trauma and crisis, why some recover, and others don't. In his...

Japan has long wrestled with the memories and legacies of World War II. In the aftermath of defeat, war memory developed as an integral part of particular and divergent approaches...

Lifting the Lid - a memoir born of adoption is a compelling story told by a distinctive voice with heart and humour about identity, belonging and a woman's search for...

The Prequel to the Bestselling Thank You for Your Service , Now a Major Motion Picture With The Good Soldiers , Pulitzer Prize-winning r eporter David Finkel has produced an...

THE NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER "I cannot express how many lives have been touched by Johnny, and how many of us owe him our lives." -Chris Kyle, author of American...

The top 10 Sunday Times bestseller NOW A MAJOR TV SERIES on Drama and UKTV Play 'I love the audacity of the Marlow gang, those ladies sure know how to...

'Non-stop action, breakneck pace, deliciously suspenseful... When Shadows Fall was my first DS Max Craigie book and won't be my last - I loved it.' Andrea Mara 'A good old...

*Molly the Maid returns in THE MAID'S SECRET - available to pre-order now!* ________ DO NOT DISTURB. WHODUNNIT IN PROGRESS... Molly the maid sees everything at The Regency Grand Hotel....

[A WOMAN ALWAYS LANDS ON HER FEET] THE SUNDAY TIMES TOP TEN BESTSELLER Get ready for CAT LADY, the brilliantly bold and joyful new novel from Dawn O'Porter 'Even speaking...

**CHRISTINA DALCHER'S GRIPPING NEW THRILLER THE SENTENCE IS AVAILABLE NOW!** 'Intelligent, suspenseful, provocative, and intensely disturbing - everything a great novel should be' LEE CHILD 'Extraordinary' LOUISE O'NEILL 'A truly...

Now a Netflix Film Starring Sofia Carson and Corey Mylchreest! She could never have guessed what the year would hold... 'A pure delight ... will stay with you long after...

Bridget Jones, the world's favourite singleton, is back with a bump in the irresistible Sunday Times bestseller. 'Bridget is a creation of comic genius' NICK HORNBY 8.45 P.M. Realise there...

For over 45 years, Ken Callander has been involved in horse racing as a journalist, TV and radio commentator, punter and owner. Ken's love of horse racing has taken him...

Perfect for fans of Jia Tolentino and Chuck Klosterman, Y2K is a delightfully nostalgic and bitingly told exploration about how the early 2000s forever changed us and the world we...

'Full of glamour, nostalgia, pop music and strong women chasing their dreams. The perfect poolside read to escape into' Georgina Moore 'Weiner captures the tension of sibling rivalry and the...

A laugh-out-loud romcom in 2025, perfect for fans of Tessa Bailey and Sophie Kinsella 'Funny, endearing and impossible to put down' Reader review 'We laughed out loud at this perfect...