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Explore the history, theories, and concepts of psychology through more than 100 groundbreaking ideas presented in an approachable style that demystifies an often daunting subject matter. The Psychology Book looks at the biggest names in psychology, including William James, Sigmund Freud, and...

'Fun, but still deeply, rigorously researched.' - Professor Neil Shyminsky 'A true masterpiece. Rachel Barr has done a phenomenal job breaking down the complexities of the human mind.' - Jeffrey Meltzer, LMHC 'Insightful and relatable psychoeducation that demystifies the brain . . . it’s a...

How much technology have you taken for granted today? It is human nature to make things and to apply knowledge in ingenious ways to survive and to make life easier. From renewable energy to entertainment streaming and electric vehicles to gene-editing, technology shapes our world. The Technology...

Explore and understand the key ideas and movements in anthropology – the study of human societies and cultures and how they work. What does it mean to be human? Why do we have rituals? How do family structures differ around the world, and why? The Anthropology Book answers questions like these...

Every woman’s guide to understanding cortisol, breaking the stress cycle, and reclaiming your health and happiness. Nutritionist and hormone specialist Hannah Alderson reveals the true role of cortisol in our bodies, explaining why we need it and exploring how dysregulated cortisol can disrupt...

Discover the big ideas behind more than 90 of history's most important legal rulings and milestone laws - from the earliest civilizations to the 21st century. From the philosophical, religious, and moral codes of the world's earliest societies, such as the Law Code of Hammurabi and the Ten...

Discover the key theories and milestone developments in the field of geography – the study of Earth’s diverse landscapes and climates, and the ways in which we have interacted with them through history and across the world. Applying the series’ accessible approach to the subject, The...

Exploring more than 80 of the big ideas and key theories in the field of sociology in a clear and simple way, narrated by Laurel Lefkow. This is the perfect introduction to the study of how humans live and interact with each other. Covering diversity and equality, globalization, human rights...

Life on the farm at the edge of the kingdom is anything but routine for Ashan. The plains around Berestal suffer from severe storms, making travel to the city difficult, with the threat of an attack from the people of Vard always looming. He long ago abandoned dreams of serving as a dragon rider, caring for his injured father and brother, but everything is about to change.

An essential introduction to the history, concepts, and thinking behind philosophy that demystifies what can often be daunting subject matter, laid out in DK's signature style. Are the ideas of René Descartes, Mary Wollstonecraft, John Locke, and Thomas Hobbes still relevant today? The...

This invaluable, easy-to-understand guide to world politics and government offers an accessible introduction to more than 80 of the most important theories and big ideas of leaders and politicians throughout history. The Politics Book makes government and politics easy to understand by...

A guide to setting up and running your own business - covering everything from funding and finance to social media and expansion. Discover everything you need to know to turn your big idea into a thriving business with this unique guide. With clear, jargon-free language, How to Start Your Own...

Take a fascinating trip through more than 2,500 years of groundbreaking ideas and discoveries that have shaped how we understand the human mind. Psych. takes you on a journey through the rich and fascinating history of psychology – from the early philosophical musings of Aristotle and Plato to...

In the stillness of the cosmos exists a force both boundless and paradoxical – Shiva. More than a god, he is the formless essence that both creates and consumes the universe. His realms transcend time, his actions defy logic, yet within them lies a cosmic rhythm governing all beings. Shiva...

Exploring more than 100 of the world's most important literary works and the literary geniuses that created them, this audiobook is the perfect introduction to the subject of literature and writing. The Literature Book features some of the world's most celebrated books, plays, and poetry...

"A remarkable manual for discovering what really matters, then building a life around the answer." - Oliver Burkeman, author of Four Thousand Weeks "Deeply authentic and profound. How a Little Becomes a Lot will teach you manageable ways to make meaningful changes in your life. And along the way...

Do you know how many wives Zeus had? Or how the famous Trojan War was caused by one beautiful lady? Or how Thor got his hammer? Give your imagination a real treat. This Mega Mythology Collection of eight audiobooks is for you....

You can achieve your business dream. Beat the odds as you learn from the best - including Henry Ford, Steve Jobs, and Bill Gates - and turn your idea into an amazing and profitable enterprise. The Business Book helps you overcome the hurdles facing every new business, such as finding a gap in...

From Aristotle and Thomas Aquinas, to Adam Smith and John Maynard Keynes, to the top economic thought leaders of today, The Economics Book is the essential audio reference for students and anyone else with an interest in how economies work. An easy-to-follow style, succinct quotations, and...

Humans – who are we? Physically, we’re unremarkable in the animal world – a hairless ape. But somehow, in combination, our characteristics make us remarkable. How can our ears listen to this audiobook with such precision, differentiating each specific word? How can we understand the...