Jeff Dean

The core of John Forester's concept of Effective Cycling is thatbicyclists fare best when they act, and are treated in return, as drivers ofvehicles, with the same rights and responsibilities that motorists have.In this newedition of his classic introductory work, Forester reasserts this idea in terms ofpractice and education as well as theory whil...

A riveting non-fiction narrative, Mountains Beyond Mountains shares the inspiring true story of Paul Farmer, a gifted doctor and Harvard professor who believes that the only real nation is humanity. Farmer’s extraordinary dedication to curing infectious diseases and bringing modern medicine to those who need it most takes readers on a journey from Harvard to Haiti, Peru, Cuba, and Russia. With the help of Partners in Health, the Gates Foundation, and others, Farmer shows how radical change can be fostered and how a meaningful life can be created based on hope and an understanding of the truth that beyond every problem there lies another mountain to climb.

Discover top science and nature writing of 2013 with Pulitzer Prize-winning author Siddhartha Mukherjee. Articles from a diverse range of fields showcase journalists who explore their passions with curiosity and expertise. A must-read for anyone interested in science and nature.

"The Box" is a fascinating account of how a simple idea - container shipping - revolutionized global trade. The book traces the creation of the container, the struggles it faced before gaining widespread adoption, and the massive economic consequences of its success. Readers will discover the story behind containerization and the visionary entrepreneur, Malcom McLean, who made it possible. From private investors to port negotiations, author Marc Levinson delves deep into the history of the shipping container and how it transformed economic geography across the world. This comprehensive history is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of trade, transportation, and logistics.