Darren Aronofsky

In this chilling novel, a young girl with a terrifying gift struggles to control her power. But when pushed too far, she unleashes a wave of destruction at her senior prom.

A groundbreaking exploration of natural selection, this book challenges orthodox beliefs by asserting that no species or being has been specifically created. While exploring the harsh competition for survival, it showcases the interrelatedness between animal and plant life, and the environment, offering an inspirational and human perspective. Written with a combination of scientific rigor and literary style, this remains one of the most important works of modern times.

Experience the raw power and unbridled creativity of Allen Ginsberg's infamous Howl and Other Poems. Despite being seized and put on trial for obscenity, this influential work has sold over a million copies and has become a staple in modern poetry. Dive into the riveting pages and discover the lasting impact of one of the most important works of the post-World War II era.

Explore the gritty underbelly of Brooklyn with a novel that portrays the primal rage of America's cities. You'll meet dope addicts, hoodlums, prostitutes, workers, and thieves as they brawl in the back alleys of Brooklyn. This explosive best-seller has come to be regarded as a classic of modern American writing.

This gritty novel set in Coney Island follows the intertwined lives of four characters: a lonely widow obsessed with appearing on a game show, her junkie son and his girlfriend, and their best friend. As they become entangled in drugs and addiction, they refuse to let setbacks derail their dreams. With brutal honesty and urgency, this novel explores the lengths people will go for their goals and the devastating consequences that ensue. The New York Times calls it a powerful work with the anguish of America stamped on every page.

Discover how to use the principles of myth to craft powerful and engaging stories with "The Writer's Journey". Based on Joseph Campbell's work, this insider's guide provides step-by-step guidelines for structuring plots and creating realistic characters. With 30% new material, both fiction and non-fiction writers can learn to create masterful stories that are not only entertaining, but also psychologically true.

Explore the meaning of life and why we deny our mortality in this Pulitzer prize-winning book. Author Ernest Becker challenges Freudian thought and delves into the concept of the "vital lie." The Denial of Death sheds new light on human nature and offers a call to truly live. Its message continues to resonate over twenty years after its publication.

Discover the universal motif of adventure and transformation present in virtually all of the world’s mythic traditions in this groundbreaking book. Joseph Campbell combines modern psychology with comparative mythology to outline the Hero’s Journey and Cosmogonic Cycle, exploring the mythic pattern of world creation and destruction. This third edition features expanded illustrations, a comprehensive bibliography, and accessible sidebars. Relevant today as it was in 1949, The Hero with a Thousand Faces continues to inspire artists and all those interested in the human need to tell stories.