Arianna Simpson

Embark on a thrilling adventure through the frozen tundras of Antarctica as British explorer Ernest Shackleton and his crew attempt to reach the South Pole. Follow the remarkable journey of these brave men as they battle extreme conditions and navigate through dangerous terrain in their quest for survival. Endurance is a gripping and inspirational tale that has become a timeless symbol of heroic perseverance.

Discover a powerful story of a man who stops the world's motor and the chaos that ensues. Follow along as he battles those he loves and struggles to overcome enemies he never expected. This novel covers an amazing range of characters, from industrialists to philosophers, and explores the very essence of humanity. A captivating read that will challenge your beliefs and keep you on the edge of your seat with suspense.

This memoir follows a neurosurgeon's journey through the diagnosis of stage IV lung cancer, leaving him to confront his own mortality. Proceeding with honesty and raw emotion, he poignantly explores life's meaning when faced with death and the challenges of being a new father while nurturing a new life as another fades away. A must-read for those seeking insight into life's profound questions.

This powerful debut novel from poet Ocean Vuong is a letter from a son to his illiterate mother. It unearths a family's history, rooted in Vietnam, and explores fraught love, race, class, and masculinity in America. It asks urgent questions about addiction, trauma, healing, and telling one's own story. With stunning urgency and grace, On Earth We're Briefly Gorgeous examines how to survive and find joy in disparate worlds, without forsaking who we are. A must-read debut novel.

This fascinating history of the gene explores human heredity and its influence on our lives, personalities, fates, and choices. The author weaves science, history, and personal memoir into an epic tale of discovery, from Aristotle to the revolutionary innovators of the 21st century. Through emotional stories and a riveting narrative, he explores the questions that hang over our ability to translate the science of genetics from the laboratory to the real world, making this a book we all should read.

This book explores the struggles of eight families in Milwaukee as they fight to keep a roof over their heads. Evicted provides a powerful perspective on poverty and economic exploitation while presenting new solutions to one of America's most pressing issues. With unforgettable scenes of both hope and loss, it serves as a reminder of the importance of having a home.

A boy survives a tragic accident that changes his life forever. Alone and lost, he finds comfort in a captivating painting that becomes his lifeline. As he grows older, his obsession with the painting leads him into the criminal underworld. A tale of longing, loss, and the unshakeable bond between mother and son.

"The Most Important Thing" by Howard Marks is a must-read book for any investor, amateur or seasoned. Marks, chairman and co-founder of Oaktree Capital Management, shares his decades of experience in the investment management profession to guide readers on the keys to successful investment and avoiding common pitfalls. Using real-world examples and insights, Marks covers topics such as patient opportunism, defensive investing, and the price/value relationship. The book is part memoir, part creed, and provides valuable lessons for critical thinking, risk assessment, and investment strategy. This is a rare useful book that even Warren Buffet recommends.

Experience a thrilling journey through the history of hedge funds, from their beginnings in the 1960s to their critical role in the 2007-2009 financial crisis. Powerful, wealthy, and potentially dangerous, the hedge fund industry has cracked the mysteries of beating the market and earned fortunes in the process. Discover the inside story of this fascinating corner of capitalism, complete with larger-than-life characters and dramatic tales, in a definitive history written by esteemed financial writer Sebastian Mallaby.