The New York Times bestselling author of Turn Right at Machu Picchu sets out to uncover the truth behind the legendary lost city of Atlantis. A few years ago, Mark Adams made a strange discovery: Everything we know about the lost city of Atlantis comes from the work of one man, the Greek philosopher Plato. Then he made a second, stranger discovery: Amateur explorers are still actively searching for this sunken city all around the world, based entirely...

"In 1899, railroad magnate Edward H. Harriman organized a most unusual summer voyage to the wilds of Alaska: He converted a steamship into a luxury "floating university," populated by some of America's best and brightest scientists and writers, including the anti-capitalist eco-prophet John Muir. Those aboard encountered a land of immeasurable beauty and impending environmental calamity. More than a hundred years later, Alaska is still America's most...

This easy-to-read non-fiction book will appeal to anyone interested in history, geography, or language. It is unique in that it gives you, not only the origin of the place-name, but additional information that would be of interest to travelers. There are 1100 in-depth entries, many of which have more than one possibility for the meaning of the name. Easily carried, it is a great reference book to have with you as you travel, or are planning a trip....

“RAMS" is the new documentary from Gary Hustwit (Helvetica, Objectified, Urbanized) about legendary German designer Dieter Rams. For more than 50 years, Rams has left an indelible mark on the field of product design, with his iconic work at Braun and Vitsoe, and his influence on Apple. So at 87 years old, why does he now regret being a designer? "Rams" is a design documentary, but it’s also a rumination on consumerism, sustainability, and the...

Meet Dolly, a sweet and dependable hand truck! Dolly has been adopted into the wonderful home she has dreamed of for so long. She helps with gardening and household projects, and everyone loves her. Except Bear, the family dog-and he was here first. What will happen to Dolly if Bear doesn't calm down? Vocabulary words are sprinkled throughout the book with puzzles in the back to provide fun ways for the readers to learn their spelling. Factual articles...

Meet Peltzer Arbuckle, a meek and bullied office employee, humiliated by his boss, colleagues and cheating girlfriend. Spending his days in the misery of his reality, decides he has had enough, conjuring up his imaginary friend from childhood. Ronnie, Manipulates Peltzer into exacting a gruesome revenge on his office. As the body count stacks up, he must decide whether to run away from his past or take control of his future, in this twisted tale of...