Marc Caputo

Discover the 2013 National Book Award Winner and New York Times Bestseller that presents a gripping account of American democracy in crisis. The Unwinding by George Packer narrates the social, economic, and political shifts over the past three decades through the stories of everyday Americans. Meet a farmer's son turned Southern evangelist, a Rust Belt factory worker fighting to survive, an insider in Washington, and a Silicon Valley tycoon with a radical vision of the future. Packer's potent collage of headlines, lyrics, and sketches creates a novelistic and kaleidoscopic history of the new America.

This book is a revealing and comprehensive take on one of the most controversial political figures of our time. Written by a Pulitzer-Prize-winning journalist, it covers every aspect of Donald Trump's life, from his business dealings in New York City to his tumultuous post-presidency. The author draws on interviews with hundreds of sources, including Trump himself, to paint a complicated and contradictory portrait of a man who can be both kind and cruel, pugnacious and insecure. This book is a must-read for anyone seeking to understand Trump’s rise to power and the norms-shattering era of American politics that he ushered in.

This collection of Western American tales is centered around the pleasures of fly-fishing, logging, and family, but also includes colorful characters such as drunks, loggers, card sharks, and whores. Written by beloved author Norman Maclean, A River Runs through It and Other Stories was once rejected for "having trees in it," but has since become recognized as a classic. This newly redesigned edition features a new foreword by Robert Redford, director of the Academy Award-winning film adaptation. Maclean's beautiful prose and understated emotional insights will introduce a fresh audience to his superb storytelling.

Explore the depths of a Byronic hero in this beloved Russian classic. A Hero of Our Time captures the contradictions and complexity of Pechorin, a character both sensitive and cynical, possessing extreme arrogance while also displaying deep insight into his own character. Set against a backdrop of beautiful descriptions of the Caucasus and influenced by the likes of Albert Camus and Ian Fleming, this novel is a true testament to the melancholy of the romantic hero.

Explore the rise and fall of Miami, one of America's most popular vacation destinations, in 1980. Plagued by a drug epidemic, a bulging refugee crisis, and police brutality, this forgotten year was a vital moment in American history. Follow iconic figures such as Jimmy Carter, Fidel Castro, and Janet Reno, as well as intertwining personal stories of people like reporter Edna Buchanan, homicide detective Captain Marshall Frank, and charismatic politician Mayor Maurice Ferre. Discover how they cross paths as Miami explodes in one of the worst race riots in history, and how they struggled to persevere, creating a new Miami that was born from corruption and drug money. A highly timely and deeply researched account, this book is a must-read for anyone interested in understanding America's most iconic cities.

A heartfelt meditation on the friendship between humans and cats, The Cat Inside by William S. Burroughs showcases a softer side to this famed author. Combining amusing deadpan routines with dream passages, this moving discourse provides a heartwarming glimpse into Burroughs's unexpected friendships with many cats. Experience a striking glimpse into the long and mysterious connection between humans and feline companions.

Discover the shocking story of the Reagan administration's impact on the US economy with this book by a renowned journalist. With chapters devoted to topics like Wall Street and the god almighty dollar, this insightful read sheds light on the wrenching changes America endured. From the choice of Wall Street to the triumph of money, be prepared to learn about the pact with the devil and the slaughter of the innocents. This book is a game-changer and a must-read for anyone looking to understand the recent history of US economics.

Discover the fascinating history of cocaine - from its use by ancient South Americans to its impact today as a global trade worth billions of dollars. Dominic Streatfeild delves deep into the story of this infamous drug, traveling the world to speak with experts and uncover its complicated and often devastating effects. This is the definitive history of a substance that has left an indelible mark on human history.

Explore the world of hybrid criminal kingpins who control the majority of the world's trade in narcotics, guns, and humans. Gangster Warlords takes you to Central and South America and the Caribbean where the crime wars are booming, but often forgotten. Ioan Grillo, author of El Narco, recounts his journey through the new battlefields of the Americas, where he moves between militia-controlled ghettos and the halls of top policymakers. This book provides a disturbing yet unmissable understanding of a war spiraling out of control and in need of immediate action.