Collection: Nonfiction

The ultimate guide to ancient Egypt, from everyday life to the afterlife. How do you read hieroglyphics? Which Egyptian god made the Sun rise and set? What games did children enjoy playing? Why did both male and female pharaohs wear false beards? Find out in this ultimate guide to ancient Egypt. ...

Follow Lionel's all-star journey from his start in youth leagues at just thirteen years old to becoming a World Cup champion. It's all inside this book -- everything you want to know about Lionel's records and stats, plus the scoop on his family, teammates, rivals and fans. You'll even discover a...

Soccer is one of Australia's fastest-growing women's sports. The growing enthusiasm for soccer is evident in the increased participation of amateurs in local teams and leagues. Learn all about soccer, including understanding the rules and the different roles of each playing position to discoverin...

Do you know the difference between the Australian Parliament and the Government? Why are they organised the way they are and how can we all get involved in government matters that interest us? Find out the answers to these questions in this book and discover everything you need to know about Parl...

Looking for a fast and easy guide to Microsoft Teams, the collaboration software used by millions of people and companies around the world? In Microsoft Teams For Dummies, 3rd edition, you'll find the must-know tips, hidden tricks, and handy hacks you need to help you rock your workday and get th...

What's the difference between your id and your ego? Or a narcissist and a hedonist? In 150 paired definitions, this wide-ranging psychology primer resolves any confusion. Written by clinical psychologist and psychology professor Dr. Fiona Starr, What's the Difference? Psychology offers clarity th...

Raising a child with ADHD can be challenging, but with the right knowledge and tools, parents and professionals can use this tried and tested six-step programme to better understand their ADHD child and help them thrive in any environment. This simple, flexible six-step programme is full of tried...

Experience the diversity of parenthood around the world with 40 illuminating first-person stories from locals and families on the go, that show how where we live influences who we are. Meet families living in the Australian bush; rural India; a Hong Kong high-rise; and more. Learn why babies nap ...

In today's rapidly evolving digital landscape, parents and educators are often left grappling with the challenge of integrating technology into children's lives in a balanced and meaningful way. Parental Control is the essential guide for navigating this uncharted terrain. This book delves deep i...

What's the difference between sarcasm and irony? Or nihilism and fatalism? Or sex and gender? Inside, there are crystal-clear explanations of 150 paired words that build into a wide-ranging philosophy primer. Philosophical concepts are explored in pairs to help clarify common (and not-so-common) ...

Straightforward guidance on the AI tool that's built into Windows, Microsoft 365, and more. Microsoft is enhancing all its most widely used productivity software-including Windows and apps like Word and Excel-with the power of AI. And now you can learn to make the most of this revolutionary new t...

Everyone's MS is different--learn the best way to manage yours. Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic, unpredictable autoimmune disease that affects millions of people worldwide. It poses unique challenges for people with MS and their care partners because the symptoms (many of which are invisible...

This book will help moms teach their 3- to 10-year-old daughters to value and respect their bodies from the start. Girls' body image begins to develop very early in life, and many girls show body image concerns by middle childhood. As the primary influence on how girls feel about their bodies, mo...

Kabbalah deals with the deepest questions of spiritual life -- who are we? Where do we come from? Where are we going? What is this life all about? Kabbalah is the theology of Judaism, and this book can initiate you into the Kabbalistic approach to these eternal questions. Get a clear and simple r...

Since 1999, PowerPoint For Dummies has been giving readers a jargon-free way to compose compelling presentations. This update covers the latest release of Office and Office 365. Learn the basics of creating a slide deck in PowerPoint, then discover the dynamic features you can use to give your sl...

We all love the flavours of Indian food, but why aren't they as common in our cooking as soy sauce and tomato paste? Welcome to Everything is Indian, a joyous and delicious journey where Justin Narayan invites you to take his family recipes and do what you want with them. There are no rules, as l...

In New Guinea’s jungles, a fierce battle turned the tide of the Pacific War—the first major land defeat for the unstoppable Japanese forces. By mid-August 1942, Imperial Japanese forces dominated the Southeast Asian and Pacific theatres, seemingly unstoppable in their advance. While the Japanese ...

Born into a life of crime, Peter's earliest memories are shaped by the chaos of his father's criminal exploits. Torn from home to home and running from heist to heist, his childhood was marked by violence, betrayal, and upheaval. In this compelling memoir, Peter exposes the truth of his turbulent...

Everything you've ever wanted to know about parenting (and celebrating!) your neurodivergent child from parenting expert, social worker and mother of five Sarah Hayden.

Trouwerner is an inviting yarn between Elder Aunty Patsy Cameron, the 28th Tasmanian Governor Kate Warner, and journalist Martin Flanagan. It weaves through the coming-into-being time, Trouwerner's colonisation and the lies of history, to the power of truth-telling and hope for the future. It is ...