A thrilling, true account of computer hacking – past, present and future.
Michael Camille's classic work explores the riotous realm of marginal art, which can be be found peaking from the edges of illuminated manuscripts and the corners and roofs of medieval buildings.
A witty, beautifully illustrated overview of the weird world of mycology.
A riotous, technicolour account of the evolution of heavy music.
A beautifully illustrated portrait of pioneering female artist Artemisia Gentileschi.
An incisive introduction to the Teutonic Knights, from crusaders to powerful rulers.
A profound, philosophical exploration of the nature of hope.
The extraordinary story of William Adams, the real-life inspiration for the TV series Shogun.
A re-examination of the Portuguese medieval and Renaissance voyages of discovery.
Exploring the rich array of films, books, television, music and even video games portraying and inspired by the mafia, this book offers not only a social, economic and... Læs mere
Meteorite: Nature and Culture offers an accessible overview of what science has learned from meteorites, beginning with the scientific community’s reluctant embrace of their... Læs mere
A history of the internet, which also looks into our digital future.