A revealing history of the future as a political idea, from the Enlightenment to the climate crisis and global warfare

A provocative and personal examination, ranging from medieval mystics to T. S. Eliot and Krautrock, from Britain's most engaging and inventive philosopher

A captivating A-Z compendium of our fixations by the bestselling author of The Suspicions of Mr Whicher

Explores how doctors strive to close the gap between best intentions and best performance in the face of obstacles that sometimes seem insurmountable. This book discusses the ethical dilemmas of doctors' participation in lethal injections and examines the influence of money on modern medicine.

The story of Britain, from its first moments as an island to its possible future

The #1 New York Times Bestseller that shows why slowing down is the key to getting ahead.

Princes, collectors, bookworms and thieves: the extraordinary story of the library, from Alexandria to the age of Google.

An inspiring anthem to the power, promise, and challenges of courage, the first in a series examining the timeless Stoic virtues from bestselling author Ryan Holiday.

The latest in the New York Times bestselling series: the life-changing power of integrity