{"product_id":"the-world-in-books-a-year-of-reading-wisely-9781668015605","title":"The World in Books: A Year of Reading--Wisely","description":"\u003cb\u003eA bestselling historian takes readers on an intellectual and cultural adventure, offering a carefully curated guide to great, short nonfiction works by some of the world's most influential writers--from Plato to Toni Morrison, Ernest Hemingway to bell hooks, and Marcus Aurelius to Joan Didion. A delightful roadmap to a year's worth of \u003ci\u003ereading briefly\u003c\/i\u003e, plus biographies, fascinating facts, and idea-rich insights into the lives of the thinkers, historians, and literary giants who have shaped our world.\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eFor both avid readers and those looking to spark a new habit, \u003ci\u003eThe World in Books \u003c\/i\u003eis an invitation to a more lively and meaningful intellectual life. Davis's literary adventure guides readers through some of the most important works of nonfiction of all time, offering a political, literary, and cultural history through reading. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eEach of the fifty-two entries provides the book's opening lines or a brief excerpt from the work; a summary of the work; a biography of the author; why you should read the work; and what to read next. Davis offers insights into some of the most enduring issues of our time--from the existential perspective in Viktor E. Frankl's \u003ci\u003eMan's Search for Meaning\u003c\/i\u003e, to questions of race in Toni Morrison's \u003ci\u003eThe Origin of Others, \u003c\/i\u003e and the climate crisis in Elizabeth Kolbert's \u003ci\u003eUnder a White Sky\u003c\/i\u003e. With insights from ancient times to the present day, Kenneth C. Davis offers a wide-ranging historical education through pleasure reading. In an accessible, conversational style, he explores texts that both mirror our contemporary moment and present new ways to think about our lives. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThese 52 selections, with books perfect for reading one week at a time, offer a year-long journey through history, philosophy, nature, and personal growth. More than just a literary companion, \u003ci\u003eThe World in Books \u003c\/i\u003eis an education that combines wisdom with practical application. Davis's work has been called \"a wealth of succinct, entertaining advice\" (\u003ci\u003eKirkus Reviews). The World in Books \u003c\/i\u003eprovides an engaging way to explore some of the most influential books ever written. A refresher course for lifelong learners.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKenneth C. Davis has lived a life in books. He is the\u003ci\u003e New York Times \u003c\/i\u003ebestselling author of \u003ci\u003eAmerica's Hidden History\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eDon't Know Much About History\u003c\/i\u003e, which gave rise to his series of books and audiobooks on a range of subjects, including mythology, the Bible, geography, and the Civil War. Davis's work has appeared in \u003ci\u003eThe New York Times\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eThe Washington Post\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003eSmithsonian\u003c\/i\u003e magazine, among other publications. He has appeared on national television and radio shows, including CBS\u003ci\u003e Mornings\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eToday\u003c\/i\u003e, and NPR. He lives in the West Village of New York City with his wife, Joann Davis.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Scribner Book Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51661469319442,"sku":"9781668015605","price":15.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_ab1c9c42-f949-4524-925e-5bcb3974bde6.jpg?v=1760444741","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/the-world-in-books-a-year-of-reading-wisely-9781668015605","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}