A celebration of some of the greatest female architects of the past century.
Breaking Ground showcases the important contributions that women have made within the discipline. Often overlooked and undercredited, these women created many prominent architectural designs of the 20th century. This visual catalogue of their collective works highlights each architect’s artistic talents and engineering skill.
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New hope for combating poverty. The fusion of technology and the human body. A guide to the some of the most fascinating places on the planet. Many of the books on this summer’s list explore the changes our world is facing and celebrate the people who are forging a positive way forward. These exceptional stories, many of which are written or co-authored by women, have inspired or enlightened our advisors. We hope you also see their value and that you’ll enjoy exploring this year’s selections.
2019: Visionaries and Innovation
Spanning 47 countries and all seven continents, Atlas Obscura is an illustrated guide to some of the most magical and strange places on Earth—all with an eye to the young explorer. Glowing caves, massive tree houses, an ice cream shop with 900 flavors, and more will captivate and charm readers young and old. This globe-trekking guide is a perfect blend of consumable facts, illuminating history, geography and culture—seasoned with a sense of fun and excitement. Bon voyage!
Dylan Thuras and Rosemary Mosco
Explorer’s Guide for the World’s Most Adventurous Kid
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Your world is crammed with wonders. But it’s also curiously interconnected...Distant countries have more in common than you could ever imagine. You can travel halfway around the globe to see an incredible sight, then discover that there’s something just like it in your own neighborhood.
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Before the invasion of Normandy signaled a turning point in World War II, Allied forces faced a seemingly unstoppable Germany. The situation demanded unprecedented action on the part of the Special Operations Executive—a move to recruit women as spies. Thirty-nine women would go on to serve in a program of sabotage, disruption and espionage that would pave the way for an Allied victory on D-Day. As we approach the 75th anniversary of this historic day, Sarah Rose has rigorously researched their stories and pointed a much-needed spotlight on some of the unsung heroines of the war. Her gripping accounts evoke the drama and action of a spy novel—except they’re all true.
Sarah Rose
The Spies Who Armed the Resistance, Sabotaged the Nazis, and Helped Win World War II
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The Second World War demanded grit from ordinary Britons, a kind of valor that had not previously been asked for or required. Civilians displayed daily courage on an island under siege; they faced a shared common danger on the home front. The nerve, pluck, and spirit of regular citizens had to be recognized.
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Girls
Celebrated restaurateur and chef Gabriela Cámara helped transform the food scene in Mexico City with her modern, fresh take. Her acclaimed restaurants—Contramar in Mexico City and Cala in San Francisco—have become wildly popular, a testament to her creativity. In My Mexico City Kitchen, Cámara presents the stories and “how to” for some of her most delectable dishes, seamlessly blending the expected (enchiladas and tacos) with the imaginative (savory corn pudding and tuna puff pastries) for global gourmets.
Gabriela Cámara
Recipes and Convictions
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To this day, my favorite thing is to be in the kitchen with people I love, turning fresh ingredients into a delicious meal that we all get to eat together. That’s why good home cooking usually beats restaurant cooking. Not only do you know exactly where the food you’re eating came from but that it was chosen and made with love.
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City Kitchen
Co-authors Clayton Christensen, Efosa Ojomo and Karen Dillon tackle one of the world’s most enduring and intractable issues: poverty. Despite seemingly altruistic intentions of development and billions of dollars of resources, many countries on the receiving end of aid from the developed world have, in fact, become even poorer. Addressing the multitude of factors for this frustrating contradiction, Christensen, Ojomo and Dillon offer an alternative route to sustainable development, using innovative proven models from around the world.
Clayton Christensen, Efosa Ojomo and Karen Dillion
How Innovation Can Lift Nations Out of Poverty
The Prosperity Paradox:
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What might seem hopeless on the surface is often actually an opportunity to create new and thriving markets. This insight is not only important for the stakeholders actively trying to make things better, such as governments and GBOs and others in the development industry, but for innovators and entrepreneurs who might not have seen opportunity before now.
The Prosperity
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Reading often transports us to new worlds and unexplored places—that is part of the magic of this memorable book and its charming illustrations. In Literary Places, travel journalist Sarah Baxter takes us on a journey to locales around the world through some of the most celebrated and emotionally impactful oeuvres of modern history. From the labyrinth of markets and mosques of medieval Cairo in Naguib Mahfouz’s Palace Walk to the sun-drenched plains of Don Quixote’s La Mancha, the tangled streets of Victor Hugo’s Paris to the moody sites of New York City in J.D. Salinger’s Catcher in the Rye, Baxter offers a distinctive and informative guide through time, geography and the human experience with our surroundings.
Sarah Baxter and Amy Grimes
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Literary Places
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Writers build places. Sometimes they conjure make-believe realms, unfettered by rules or science. But sometimes they evoke real ones—destinations you can find on a map. And sometimes they manage to make those real places feel more real than any photo ever could. They render locations large in mere ink, perfectly capturing their sights, sounds, smells and essence, turning a previously blank sheet into a teleporter for the reader’s imagination.
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As the modern world increasingly shifts toward gender equality, women still face critical challenges that are continuing to impact society. Melinda Gates, one of the most inspiring and influential philanthropists of our time, shares the stories of the remarkable women she has encountered from around the globe. Gates eloquently weaves key lessons with inspiring anecdotes of women overcoming pressing challenges. The book is a reminder of both the power of story and the need for change, and proof that when women succeed, we all succeed.
Melinda Gates
How Empowering Women Changes the World
The Moment of Lift:
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I want us to see the ways we can help each other flourish. The engines are igniting; the earth is shaking; we are rising. More than at any time in the past we have the knowledge and energy and moral insight to crack the patterns of history.
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A visionary artist whose work predates some of the more recognizable trailblazers of the abstract movement, Hilma af Klint created graphic, high-impact paintings and works on paper that offered a uniquely spiritual and esoteric take on art. Perhaps aware that her pieces were not of her time, the artist stipulated that the entirety of her life’s work should remain unseen by the public for 20 years following her death in 1944. Accompanying the artist’s first major exhibition in the United States at the Guggenheim Museum, this catalogue delves into the thematic evolution of her artistry, the influences within her life, and the impact she has had on modern art—ensuring the artist and her work are a secret no more.
Tracey Bashkoff
Paintings for the Future
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From the beginning, af Klint’s [work] registered a decisive departure from conventional representation in favor of groundbreaking imagery. For what she wanted to convey on canvas, the academic traditions she knew had become insufficient.
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As our global population surges, climate change and new extremes loom, and healthcare costs rise, countries and communities worldwide face unprecedented challenges. World-renowned neuroscientist Susan Hockfield asserts that the next generation of technological advances to address these issues will be rooted heavily in biology. From bionic limbs to computer-engineered agriculture, new biology-rich innovations offer an exciting glimpse at our future.
Susan Hockfield
How Biology Will Build the Next Technology Revolution
The Age of Living Machines:
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We don’t know—yet—the genes that determine all of the complex traits that we seek in our crops. But as a result of the astonishingly powerful ways in which biology and engineering are converging in agriculture, we can be sure that the day will soon come when we do…we have a path to technologies that will help us provide affordable, nutritious food to more than 9.5 billion people all over the planet.
The Age of
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Specialization from an early age in athletics, music, art and science is often touted as the key to becoming an elite master of industry. David Epstein’s research turns this theory on its head. In Range, he shares the secrets of how generalists are succeeding at every age. His work spotlights the fact that it is not necessarily when we start, but more often how starts, failures and restarts fuel our agility, determination and ultimate success. “Don’t feel behind” is this author’s advice—and with deep insights at the point of where sport, science and technology cross, it’s advice worth following.
David Epstein
Why Generalists Triumph in a Specialized World
Range:
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Experimentation is not a tidy prescription, but it is common, and it has advantages, and it requires more than the typical motivational-poster lip service to a tolerance for failure. Breakthroughs are high variance.
Range
At a time when two of the world’s largest and most influential nations—China and the United States—face off in a delicate and tense economic showdown, one man’s journey sheds a revealing light on both countries and their current interactions. Weijian Shan shares his inspirational first-hand account of overcoming immense hardship during the Cultural Revolution in China, as well as his journey to become the ultimate American dream success story. Through a deeply detailed and insightful narrative, Shan offers a unique view of his homeland and the country he now calls home.
Weijian Shan
My Story of China and America
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Although I did not realize it at the time, Deng’s nine-day visit to the United States at the invitation of Jimmy Carter in 1979 would have an immense effect on my life. It not only paved the way for China to open its door to visiting foreigners, but also allowed Chinese to go abroad to study.
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The Intelligence Trap
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Make, Think, Imagine
by Stephen A. Schwarzman
What It Takes
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The Whole Fish Cookbook
The Cartiers: The Untold Story of the Family Behind the Jewelry Empire
Despite a renowned name synonymous with luxury and refinement, few are familiar with how the iconic Cartier brand rose to global prominence. With an insider’s perspective, Francesca Cartier Brickell, great-granddaughter to one of the jewelry house’s founding fraternal trio, has traveled around the world researching the history of her family and uncovering the stories behind the Cartier name.
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A look into the rise of the eminent Cartier brand through a storied family legacy.
Hop, Skip, Go: How the Mobility Revolution Is Transforming Our Lives
These three drivers, urban expert John Rossant and business journalist Stephen Baker argue, will continue to influence how we conceive of new forms of mobility. From autonomous and electric vehicles to digital advancements in mass transit, the next age of travel is upon us. Using specific examples from companies on the cutting edge, Rossant and Baker reveal how changes in transportation will impact individuals, societies, cities and the environment.
by John Rossant and Stephen Baker
Throughout all stages of human history, transportation has centered on three fundamental factors: time, space and money.
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The Cartiers: The Untold Story of the Family Behind the Jewelry Empire
Breaking Ground showcases the important contributions that women have made within the discipline. Often overlooked and under-credited, these women created many prominent architectural designs of the 20th century. This visual catalogue of their collective works highlights each architect’s artistic talents and engineering skill.
by Francesca Cartier Brickell
A celebration of some of the greatest female architects of the past century.
Hop, Skip, Go: How the Mobility Revolution Is Transforming Our Lives
Breaking Ground showcases the important contributions that women have made within the discipline. Often overlooked and under-credited, these women created many prominent architectural designs of the 20th century. This visual catalogue of their collective works highlights each architect’s artistic talents and engineering skill.
by John Rossant and Stephen Baker
A celebration of some of the greatest female architects of the past century.
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The Intelligence Trap: Why Smart People Make Dumb Mistakes
From Albert Einstein to Thomas Edison, NASA to the FBI, author David Robson enumerates some of the worst gaffes in modern history made by some of the most celebrated minds of our time. Through these examples, Robson offers practical advice on how to avoid such blunders, and draws on the basic parallel that intelligence doesn’t inherently equate to wisdom.
by David Robson
Even smart people make mistakes—in fact, they might be more susceptible to them.
Make, Think, Imagine: Engineering the Future of Civilization
For author John Browne, the quickening pace of change we are experiencing is a necessary part of moving mankind toward a brighter future—one in which prosperity and freedom are enjoyed by more, not fewer. Browne draws on specific examples from history and his own professional experience to show that humanity’s drive to create change is inherently good, and that the same drive can overcome seemingly insurmountable adversities.
by John Browne
Progress for the sake of progress should be embraced, not feared.
What It Takes: Lessons in the Pursuit of Excellence
As Chairman, CEO and Co-Founder of Blackstone, one of the world’s preeminent investment firms, Stephen Schwarzman knows what it takes to excel. Through personal anecdotes, he shares his insights on entrepreneurship, risk-taking, determination and ultimately the pursuit of excellence. These lessons provide an autobiographical look at Schwarzman’s own journey, while also offering actionable advice on broadening the reader’s impact on the world.
by Stephen A. Schwarzman
A behind-the-scenes look into what it takes to succeed through the eyes of a prominent global business leader.
The Whole Fish Cookbook: New Ways to Cook, Eat and Think
Award-winning chef Josh Niland repurposes the “nose-to-tail” approach and applies it to one of the most globally consumed proteins: fish. He shares new ways of preparing the many different parts of fish—virtually every part—proving that minimizing waste while elevating taste is possible. In his first cookbook, Niland offers an eco-conscious perspective on modern gastronomy.
by Josh Niland
As we search for new ways to reduce our environmental impact, focusing on what’s on our plates might be the best place to start.
Jevnaker, Norway
Kistefos | The Twist
Napa, California
Tamber Bey Vineyards
Doha, Qatar
National Museum of Qatar
New York, New York
Moulin Rouge!
Bentonville, Arkansas
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of contemporary art and culture. The Momentary, a satellite to the Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art, will be a multidisciplinary space presenting today’s visual, performing and culinary artists. With the goal of creating further access to the arts in America’s Heartland, the space will include galleries, theater and concert spaces, dedicated studio spaces for artists-in-residence, and an array of culinary experiences.
Bentonville, Arkansas, is about to welcome a new venue
of glitz, grandeur and glory! A world where Bohemians and aristocrats rub elbows and revel in electrifying enchantment. Pop the champagne and prepare for the spectacular spectacular …Moulin Rouge! The Musical! Baz Luhrmann’s revolutionary film comes to life onstage, remixed in a new musical mash-up extravaganza. A theatrical celebration of truth, beauty, freedom and—above all—love, Moulin Rouge! is more than a musical, it is a state of mind.
Enter a world of splendor and romance, of eye-popping excess,
the new building for the National Museum of Qatar is a breathtaking addition to the Doha skyline. A celebration of the people and culture of Qatar, the collections and interactive exhibits tell the story of Qatar’s origins, the many changes undergone over the past millennia, and today’s modern-day life.
Designed to mimic a desert rose,
Tamber Bey is situated in Sundance Ranch in Calistoga, and offers a full range of unique wines. Alongside its winemaking operation, Tamber Bey also features an equestrian center and training facility, as well as Napa’s largest horse rescue organization, offering a memorable experience for those who visit.
One of the most beautiful wineries in Napa Valley,
Kistefos in Norway, is a unique museum, bridge and sculpture combination. “The Twist,” a sleek, aluminum-clad structure, bridges two riverbanks and serves as both a contemporary art exhibition space and a piece of modern art in its own right, standing alongside other works within the park from the likes of Olafur Eliasson and Yayoi Kusama.
The latest addition to Northern Europe’s largest sculpture park,
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