Karim Sadjadpour

Discover the life and legacy of China's most impactful figure in the 20th century. The pragmatic and disciplined force behind radical transformations in economics, technology, and society, this book disentangles the contradictions embodied in his story. Written by a qualified scholar, this is a must-read for understanding China's current global influence.

Experience the Middle East like never before in this national bestseller. With sharp wit and insight, journalist Tony Horwitz takes readers on a journey through the volatile and complex region of Arabia. From the tribal wilds of Yemen to the eerie souks of Saddam Hussein's Iraq, Horwitz offers close-ups of a world few Westerners understand. Experience the collision of ancient and modern in this wild and comic tale of Middle East misadventure.