A Neanderthal’s true nature threatens to tumble a pervasive and ignorant belief system and the powerful structure orchestrated to keep it together. "American Neolithic" is a strange tale, one that places a mirror before humankind so it... Read More

The adventures of the Pardeys are populated by colorful friends and some shady characters, all of whom have made their seafaring lives that much more exciting. Lin and Larry Pardey have spent much of their lives sailing around the world... Read More

The essence of Buddhism is explained in this simply written yet powerfully positive book. Kazushi Okamoto, a spiritual lecturer in Japan, has written a book that is a very pleasant ride through the tenets of Buddhism. Those unfamiliar... Read More

Gentle comparison of the care of grapevines to the process of spiritual growth brings a balance of practicality and sincerity to spiritual advice. In The Vinedresser’s Notebook, Benedictine sister Judith Sutera masterfully explains the... Read More

The stars see laughter in your future, and some astrological insight too. Although astrological horoscopes can include vague warnings like “watch your money today” or “think twice about a job change,” they’re generally upbeat... Read More

Environmentalism and feminism are two passions igniting this rich biographical study of American women in science. In "Rachel Carson and Her Sisters", Robert K. Musil uses the life and writings of Rachel Carson, particularly Silent... Read More

Collectively, these essays work to reignite love for the nation’s wilds while also reminding readers of their awesome and terrible power. "Outdoors in the Southwest", a collection of essays and interviews from historian and professor... Read More

This book answers both typical and exotic questions about nature in a plain and non-condescending manner. "The Three-Minute Outdoorsman" is a series of interesting, loosely organized, and easily readable vignettes about animals in the... Read More