From cave paintings to the latest Siberian finds, woolly mammoths have fascinated people across Europe, Asia, and North America for centuries. Remains of these enormous prehistoric animals were among the first fossils to be recognized as such, and they have played a crucial role in the birth and development of paleontology. In this lively, wide-ranging look at the fate of the mammoth, Claudine Cohen reanimates this large mammal with heavy curved tusks and shaggy brown hair through its history in science, myth, and popular culture.
Cohen uses the mammoth and the theories that naturalists...

When you know the "story your banker will never tell you," it's more than likely that you would never be anxious about managing your wealth again. In fact, by applying simple principles, anyone with savings can take back the reins of their own finances, and make banks work for their money instead of allowing their money to work for the banks. Seasoned private bankers Alexandre Arnback and Trevor Pavitt have put forth a groundbreaking perspective on personal finance that will forever change the way you view your portfolio. Heal your investments: A story your banker will never tell you debunks...

Le Divorce meets The Elegance of the Hedgehog in this hilariously entertaining mega-bestseller from France
When her chronically unemployed husband runs off to start a crocodile farm in Kenya with his mistress, Josephine Cortes is left in an unhappy state of affairs. The mother of two confident, beautiful teenage Hortense and shy, babyish Zoe is forced to maintain a stable family life while making ends meet on her meager salary as a medieval history scholar. Meanwhile, Josephine s charismatic sister Iris seems to have it all a wealthy husband, gorgeous looks, and a...