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<p>An intimate look at the life and music of modern pop s most legendary figure, Taylor Swift, from leading music journalist Rob Sheffield.</p><p>As Taylor Swift s preferred and most trusted music journalist, Rob Sheffield has enjoyed closer access to the mega-star than any other writer working today. His unique insight has afforded him a singular perspective of Taylor s world and her impact on the world. Inspired by his years of this exclusive access, and the Swiftie response his commentary on their beloved Taylor, Sheffield merges reportage and criticism in a way that only he can. </p><p>At once one of the most beloved music figures of the past two decades and one of the most criticized, Taylor Swift is known as much for her life beyond her music as she is for her constant stream of hits and most of all, how she uses the former to not only create the latter, but market and brand herself throughout the many eras of her career. At once both approachable and enigmatic, Taylor Swift has become a master of controlling the narrative surrounding her life and career while keeping fans eager to learn of her every next step. </p><p>In the tradition of Sheffield s award-winning Dreaming the Beatles, Heartbreak Is the National Anthem will inform and delight a legion of fans who hang on every word from Taylor and ever word Rob writes on her.</p>

<p>J.R.R. Tolkiens writings on the Second Age of Middle-earth, collected for the first time in one volume.</p><p>J.R.R. Tolkien famously described the Second Age of Middle-earth as a dark age, and not very much of its history is (or need be) told. And for many years readers would need to be content with the tantalizing glimpses of it found within the pages of The Lord of the Rings and its appendices, including the forging of the Rings of Power, the building of the Barad-dûr and the rise of Sauron.</p><p>It was not until Christopher Tolkien published The Silmarillion after his fathers death that a fuller story could be told. Although much of the books content concerned the First Age of Middle-earth, there were at its close two key works that revealed the tumultuous events concerning the rise and fall of the island of Númenor. Raised out of the Great Sea and gifted to the Men of Middle-earth as a reward for aiding the angelic Valar and the Elves in the defeat and capture of the Dark Lord Morgoth, the kingdom became a seat of influence and wealth; but as the Númenóreans power increased, the seed of their downfall would inevitably be sown, culminating in the Last Alliance of Elves and Men.</p><p>Even greater insight into the Second Age would be revealed in subsequent publications, first in Unfinished Tales of Númenor and Middle-earth, then expanded upon in Christopher Tolkiens magisterial twelve-volume The History of Middle-earth, in which he presented and discussed a wealth of further tales written by his father, many in draft form.</p><p>Now, adhering to the timeline of The Tale of Years in the appendices to The Lord of the Rings, editor Brian Sibley has assembled into one comprehensive volume a new chronicle of the Second Age of Middle-earth, told substantially in the words of J.R.R. Tolkien from the various published texts, with new illustrations in watercolour and pencil by the doyen of Tolkien art, Alan Lee.</p>

<p>This handsome box set of 100 postcards features original watercolor illustrations from David Sibley, America's leading ornithologist.</p><p>Culled from The Sibley Field Guide to Birds, each bird is lovingly rendered in watercolors by David Sibley and chosen with their individual beauty and prominence in the country (with special focus on backyard birds) in mind. Housed in an elegant keepsake box, these postcards are ideal for mailing to friends and family, framed and used as décor, or attached to presents as unique gift tags.</p>

<b>With lessons on grief, love, and the incredible joy of parenting, Jennifer Love Hewitt's debut memoir shares wisdom learned from her late mother and shows her readers her real self-who can't be defined by a single label.</b><br/><br/>When Jennifer Love Hewitt lost her mother to cancer, everything changed. Overwhelmed by grief, she found a path through the heartache by embracing her mom's mission: Make ordinary days special and special occasions unforgettable.<br/><br/><i>"The everyday world wasn't magical. But mom made sure our little world was."</i><br/><i>-Jennifer Love Hewitt</i><br/><br/>In the pages of <i>Inheriting Magic</i>, Jennifer recounts her journey, sharing memories, photographs, recipes, and the magic-making ethos of a self-proclaimed Holiday Junkie.<br/><br/><b>A heartfelt, candid chronicle that charts a course from sorrow to celebration, this unique memoir includes:</b><br/><ul><li>Never-seen-before family photos and vintage snapshots.</li><li>Jennifer's favorite family recipes, from her grandmother's chicken and dumplings to her husband's holiday cocktail.</li><li>An explosion of festive images sure to inspire your decorating plans for Halloween, Christmas, Easter, birthdays, and a whole year's worth of holidays.</li><li>Moon water, baskets of joy, glowing dinners, and other foolproof strategies for adding magic to your family's everyday routine.</li></ul><br/><i>Inheriting Magic</i> is about how grief, being a mom of three, having a deep love for party planning, and being passionate about the holidays turned what could have been an ordinary life into something magical. Through it, Jennifer hopes to inspire all readers to add more love, light, and the making of core memories into their everyday lives.

<b>Travel across Italy's regions through food and discover the best of its produce and dishes. </b><br/><br/>Travelling Italy isn't just about the sights, it's also about the food. For centuries, Italy has cultivated some of the world's finest produce, from plump tomatoes to nutty parmesan and velvety bottles of wine. It's a country that revolves around mealtimes, and no visit is complete without experiencing these culinary traditions.<br/><br/><i>Mangia</i> guides us through Italy's 20 regions, sharing the cuisine that defines each. Learn about their food histories and produce, discover what dishes to try (along with what drinks to pair them with), and learn about culinary festivals and experiences.<br/><br/>You don't have to travel to the boot to try its food, though: Every chapter includes a recipe for readers to experience a bite of Italy in their own kitchens, written by chefs who run some of the world's best kitchens.<br/><br/>In Italy, it's all about la dolce vita, and there's nothing that captures that better than a full table full of food.

<p> As one of the most celebrated musicians of our time, Alicia Keys has enraptured the nation with her heartfelt lyrics, extraordinary vocal range, and soul-stirring piano compositions. Yet away from the spotlight, Alicia has grappled with private heartache over the challenging and complex relationship with her father, the people-pleasing nature that characterized her early career, the loss of privacy surrounding her romantic relationships, and the oppressive expectations of female perfection.</p><p>Since her rise to fame, Alicia's public persona has belied a deep personal truth: she has spent years not fully recognizing or honoring her own worth. After withholding parts of herself for so long, she is at last exploring the questions that live at the heart of her story: Who am I, really? And once I discover that truth, how can I become brave enough to embrace it?</p><p>More Myself is part autobiography, part narrative documentary. Alicia's journey is revealed not only through her own candid recounting, but also through vivid recollections from those who have walked alongside her. The result is a 360-degree perspective on Alicia's path: from her girlhood in Hell's Kitchen and Harlem, to the process of self-discovery she's still navigating.</p><p>In More Myself, Alicia shares her quest for truth: about herself, her past, and her shift from sacrificing her spirit to celebrating her worth. With the raw honesty that epitomizes Alicia's artistry, More Myself is at once a riveting account and a clarion call to readers: to define themselves in a world that rarely encourages a true and unique identity. </p>

<b>The entire fascinating story of Japan told in one exciting manga-style volume!</b><br/><br/><i>A History of Japan in Manga</i> tells the action-packed saga of Japan from its misty origins up to the present day. Epic battles, noble Samurai and duplicitous leaders are all portrayed in modern manga fashion! The lively stories in this book include:<br/><br/><ul><li><b>The Dawn of Japan:</b> The Birth of Buddhism and the transition from hunters-gatherers to agricultural societies of ancient times</li><li><b>The Genpei Wars</b>: Davage battles between the Taira and Minamoto clans that led to the powerful warlord Minamoto no Yoritomo naming himself Japan's first Shogun</li><li><b>The Onin Wars</b>: A decade-long struggle for domination of Japan in which thousands of Samurai fought and tragically lost their lives</li><li><b>The 47 Ronin</b>: Loyal Samurai who vowed to avenge the death of their master, choosing honor over surrender and being forced to commit mass ritual suicide as a result</li><li><b>The Satsuma Rebellion</b>: A dramatic last stand by Samurai loyal to the Shogun who revolted against the new Meiji government and its plans to finally modernize Japan</li><li><b>And many more!</b></li></ul><br/>Dozens of indelible portraits, manga stories, maps and info-sidebars bring the full sweep of Japanese history to life in one easy-to-read book!