Biography & True Stories

An extraordinary account of what it means to stand up for justice, and for yourself, no matter the cost...

Sayyid Qutb (1906-1966) is considered one of the most influential ideologues of radical Islamism. This biography rescues Qutb from the label of 'terrorist' by offering a sophisticated analysis of his thought. It offers a view into the world of British colonialism,......

A wonderfully written and personal exploration of the mysterious world of birds through a single year....

This collection tells the story of an emerging and dynamic Africa, through the eyes of some of the youngest and most promising African entrepreneurs....

Foucault is one of those rare philosophers who has become a cult figure. From aesthetics to the penal system; from madness and civilisation to avant-garde literature, he rejected old models of thinking and replaced them with versions that are still debated today.......

World-respected lifestyle journalist, writer and author, Nick Hammond, takes us on a quarter-century expedition of wonder....

How a bomb-making white supremacist, once called 'the most dangerous man in Mississippi,' met Jesus in prison and emerged a committed advocate for Christian discipleship, peace, and racial justice....

Funny, candid and gripping tales of modern age dating....

The story of one of English rugby's unsung heroes - John Pullin....