P Is for Peril

Buddha

Karen Armstrong turns from her typical subject matter of the three major monotheistic religions toward the life and times of Siddhatha Gotama. Though this man--whose teachings and example underpin Buddhist spirituality--led a life that was largely un...

Rawlings Energ+ Men's RH Steel Irons (3-PW)

This set of quality irons includes a 3-iron through pitching wedge. Each golf club is made of long-lasting steel and comes in your choice of 80 or 90 stiff flex.

Among the Missing

Dan Chaon, whose stories have appeared in BEST AMERICAN SHORT STORIES and won several Pushcart Prizes, gathers 12 short works here about lonely characters in difficult situations. Families try to stay together in these stories, despite the chaotic fo...

The Lake of Dead Languages

Long ago, when Jane Hudson was a student at Heart Lake School for Girls, both of her roommates committed suicide, and only Jane knew the mysterious reasons behind their acts. Now, divorced and the mother of a young daughter, Jane returns as a Latin t...

True History of the Kelly Gang

Peter Carey tells the story of Australia`s most famous outlaw, Ned Kelly, who was executed as a murderer and a horse thief in 1880. The facts of Kelly`s brief life are revealed in a series of letters, very much in his own quirky vernacular voice, tha...

An Illustrated History of the First World War

Military historian Keegan has selected over 500 photographs and other illustrations that convey the World War I experience. His text recalls his earlier highly-regarded work, THE FIRST WORLD WAR.

Memory and the Mediterranean - Fernand Braudel

Fernand Braudel presents a comprehensive history of the Mediterranean region from prehistoric times to the beginning of the Byzantine empire.

Celluloid Skyline

Written by an architect, this volume looks at New York through the lenses of Hollywood, exploring how the city has been represented cinematically over the years. Includes over 300 photos and film stills.

Basket Case

Jack Tagger, down-on-his luck obituary writer for South Florida`s Union-Register, investigates the mysterious death of a onetime rock star named Jimmy Stoma.

Bedrooms

The author of A Room of Her Own showcases her best ideas for decorating the most intimate room of the house, offering a wide array of styles, from country and classic to Victorian and contemporary. 40,000 first printing.