General Books
Eve of Destruction
John Hughes-Wilson
Leading military historian, John Hughes-Wilson exposes just how close we have come to genuine nuclear disaster, military and civilian, on many occasions.
Women of the White House
Amy Russo
Format: Hard Cover
US current affairs journalist Amy Russo explores the changing face of the role of FLOTUS, and how they have influenced the policy and public perception of the White House. A timely examination of these women and why no woman has yet entered the White House as president.
The Women's Doc
Caroline de Costa
Format: Paperback
Funny and poignant stories from the labour ward and from the frontline of campaigns for women's reproductive rights, from Australia's best known obstetrician.
Notes from Deep Time
Helen Gordon
The Earth writes its own story in the landscape. A novelist sets out on a journey to piece it together.
On This Day She
Tania Hershman, Ailsa Holland and Jo Bell
An inspiring collection that shines a light on incredible women who were never given the acknowledgement they deserved.
Maker.Sustainable
Audrey Love
Format: Hard Cover
From constructing a portable greenhouse from old picture frames to creating your own drawstring bags for zero-waste, zero-plastic shopping trips, these projects will change both the aesthetic and the philosophy of your life, for the better, for good.
The Forager's Treasury
Johanna Knox
A New Zealand guide to the art of foraging - a comprehensive guide to finding sustainable, free and fascinating plants.
Mind Palace Puzzles (Sherlock Holmes)
Tim Dedopulos
Format: Paperback
Over one hundred puzzles are included, from seemingly simple riddles to more complicated brain-busting logic puzzles, alongside murder mysteries for the reader to solve alongside Sherlock. Tips and tricks for solving the Sherlock way are included, as well as an introduction to the memory techniques needed to create your own mind palace!
The Ayurveda Detox
Anu Paavola
Format: Paperback
The Ayurveda Detox offers natural ways to heal ailments and improve digestion and metabolism, with mental detox methods such as meditation, yoga and breathing practices and physical detox methods such as fasting. Includes recipes and home remedies to enhance your detox plan.
Meet the Ancient Egyptians
James Davies
Format: Paperback
With vibrant, playful artwork and snappy text, learning about Ancient Egypt has never been cooler.
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