Presidential Courage: Brave Leaders and How They Changed America 1789-1989 (Paperback)
by Michael R. Beschloss

Taking a sweeping view of America as seen through the eyes of the presidents who have presided during our tougest challengesA wonderful excercise in history and required reading for anyone who wishes to lead a family, an organization, or a country.

A Treasury of Royal Scandals: The Shocking True Stories History's Wickedest, Weirdest, Most Wanton Kings, Queens, Tsars, Popes, and Emperors (Paperback)
by Michael Farquhar

Not a serious, probing historical textbook, but a amusing read about priviledged folks of history and their quirks and picadillos.

The Idea That Is America: Keeping Faith With Our Values in a Dangerous World (Paperback)
by Anne-Marie Slaughter

Cesar's Way: The Natural, Everyday Guide to Understanding and Correcting Common Dog Problems (Hardcover)
by Cesar Millan, Melissa Jo Peltier

Filled with simple, realistic and educational concepts, this book is definitely a must-own by all dog owners.

The Art of Raising a Puppy (Hardcover)
by New Skete Monks

Everything you need to know about the first year of your puppy's life and in-depth and humane puppy training based on a deep respect and understanding of canine behavior.

How to Be Your Dog's Best Friend: The Classic Training Manual for Dog Owners (Revised & Updated Edition) (Hardcover)
by Monks of New Skete

This outstanding reference book is a must -read for all dog-owners despite those who disagree with the monks in their physical discipline approach.

The Other End of the Leash (Paperback)
by Patricia McConnell

An excellent exposition on dog behaviour and ways to improve human-canine communication.

The Culture Clash (Paperback)
by Jean Donaldson

A flawed classic, this dog psychology/training book is still a valuable resource for all dog owners.

Don't Shoot the Dog!: The New Art of Teaching and Training (Paperback)
by Karen Pryor

An excellent, well written book that helps explain why your canine friend behaves they way they do. Recommended as a beginner foray into behavior modification.

A Thousand Splendid Suns (Hardcover)
by Khaled Hosseini

A wonderful, intensely moving story of how two modern Afghan women overcome the great challenges that have faced women in their home country and rise above their victimization.