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The publishing house of John Murray was founded in Fleet Street in 1768 and remained a family firm over seven generations. Published to coincide with this remarkable achievement' and in the anniversary year, Dear Mr Murray is a collection of some of the best letters from the hundreds of thousands held in the John Murray Archive. They reveal not only the story of some of the most interesting and influential books in history but also the remarkable friendships - as well as occasional animosities - between author and publisher as well as readers, editors, printers and illustrators.

What it's like to love a psychopath

Explore the heartfelt connection between Mr. Buffington and Mrs. W.A. Payton through this enchanting collection of postcards exchanged between 1946 and 1959. Nestled within the walls of Paine College, Mr. Buffington penned these messages as tokens of gratitude for Mrs. Payton's unwavering support of the Faith Cabin Library System. Now, meticulously transcribed by the author from the cherished originals, these postcards offer a window into a remarkable chapter of Black History, making this book an absolute must-listen.

On the day after the World Trade Center was attacked, Americans came together regardless of race, religion, or sexual orientation. We were united. On that day, nearly every store in the country sold out of American flags. After the events of the last 18 months, from the COVID-19 pandemic to the constant attempts to divide us by race, Graham Allen believes that we should all look back on the events of 9/12 and remember what unites us. He believes that we do not all have to be the same, that it's okay not to agree on everything, but that we share a common history and a set of values.