A timeless classic on the art of theatre from the most influential stage director of the twentieth century.

In this seminal and iconoclastic book, groundbreaking director and cofounder of the Royal Shakespeare Company Peter Brook draws on a life in love with the stage to explore the issues facing a theatrical performance. He describes important developments in theatre from the last century, as well as smaller scale events, from productions by Stanislavsky to the rise of Method Acting, ...

An explosive new biography of Bill Gates that delves behind the façade of his carefully crafted public image, and questions the dominance of billionaires in contemporary society.

A poignant and darkly comedic memoir from a mother who opened an ethical escort agency in small town New Zealand – and dared to make a difference. Now a major international TV series starring Rachel Griffiths and Martin Henderson.

During the darkest days of WW2, in her home country of Holland, Anna-Maria van der Vaart sheltered Allied pilots, gave refuge to persecuted Jews and stood up to the Nazis by participating in audacious acts of resistance. This is Anna-Maria’s remarkable story alongside those who risked their lives to save others.

The Booker-shortlisted author of the Ibis trilogy explores the impact of opium on global history, economies, cultures, and his own understanding of self.

At a time when the world is searching for answers to extremism and polarization, The Centre Must Hold shows a more effective brand of politics.