Books and their rankings
Non-Fiction
The Art of Active Listening
160
Richard Banks
2021
Heading 5
A focused communication guide offering actionable strategies to master deep, empathetic listening skills to improve workplace collaboration and personal intimacy.
Information pending.
Non-Fiction
The GP Consultation Reimagined
240
Denis Pereira Gray
2020
Heading 5
A forward-thinking medical text reviewing family practice dynamics, emphasizing the profound health benefits of continuity of care and empathetic doctor-patient relationships.
Information pending.
Biography
Just a GP
288
Denis Pereira Gray
2016
Heading 5
A reflective medical memoir charting a long, distinguished career in general practice, exploring the evolving landscape of British primary healthcare.
Information pending.
Biography
Are You Really the Doctor?
224
Matthew Hutchinson
2019
Heading 5
A humorous, poignant collection of anecdotes from a young British GP, detailing unusual consultations and the realities of modern clinical practice.
Information pending.
Non-Fiction
The Myth of Normal
576
Gabor Maté & Daniel Maté
2022
Heading 5
An investigative look at health and illness, examining how Western society's structural stressors and chronic traumas compromise long-term physical and mental well-being.
Information pending.
Non-Fiction
A Reader's Companion to the Novel
224
David Cox
2004
Heading 5
A practical guide for literature lovers analyzing the structural mechanics, historical evolutions, and thematic elements that define classic and modern novels.
Information pending.
Novel
Sybil
448
Benjamin Disraeli
1845
Heading 5
A foundational socio-political novel examining the deep divides between rich and poor, famously introducing the concept of the two nations within Victorian England.
Information pending.
Non-Fiction
The New North: The World in 2050
336
Laurence C. Smith
2011
Heading 5
A geoscientist offers a data-driven forecast of how climate change, resource scarcity, and demographics will shift global power toward the northern rim nations.
Information pending.
Non-Fiction
Weaving the Web
240
Tim Berners-Lee
1999
Heading 5
The inventor of the World Wide Web shares his firsthand account of its creation, mapping out his ultimate vision for an open, collaborative digital future.
Information pending.
Non-Fiction
The Climate Book
464
Greta Thunberg
2022
Heading 5
An essential, authoritative collection of essays from global scientists and activists outlining the climate crisis and concrete, systemic actions required to alter our current path.
Information pending.
Non-Fiction
Land Rover
320
Ben Fogle
2016
Heading 5
A warm historical tribute detailing the legendary British automobile, tracking its cultural impact, utility in exploration, and status as a symbol of global adventure.
Information pending.
Non-Fiction
The Bird School
352
Adam Nicolson
2021
Heading 5
An evocative exploration of seabird colonies, combining natural science, history, and literature to analyze the fragile, magnificent ecosystems of Atlantic marine birds.
Information pending.
Non-Fiction
African and Caribbean People in Britain
560
Hakim Adi
2022
Heading 5
A monumental, comprehensive history tracking the profound, centuries-long presence, struggles, achievements, and structural impacts of Black populations on British society.
Information pending.
Non-Fiction
Scottish Woollens
160
Scottish Woollen Publicity Council
1956
Heading 5
A vintage, comprehensive regional industry survey detailing the historic craftsmanship, weaving techniques, design patterns, and international legacy of traditional Scottish textile production.
Information pending.
Non-Fiction
Thinking
320
David Sumpter
2023
Heading 5
A mathematician uses data science and behavioral algorithms to explore how human minds make decisions, evaluate risks, and understand the modern, interconnected world.
Information pending.
Non-Fiction
Autism in Adults
224
Dr. Luke Beardon
2021
Heading 5
A supportive and practical guide exploring adult autism, focusing on post-diagnostic understanding, sensory management, and navigating workplace and societal challenges.
Information pending.
Non-Fiction
The Asperkid's (Secret) Book of Social Rules
288
Jennifer Cook O'Toole
2012
Heading 5
A witty, highly practical handbook explaining hidden social codes and conversational dynamics specifically for neurodivergent teens and young adults.
Information pending.
Biography
Some Body to Love
304
Alexandra Heminsley
2021
Heading 5
A profoundly honest memoir dealing with body image, fertility struggles, and navigating a partner's gender transition while redefining family bonds.
Information pending.
Biography
The Reason I Jump
192
Naoki Higashida
2007
Heading 5
A groundbreaking memoir offering an extraordinary glimpse into the non-verbal autistic mind, explaining sensory perceptions, behaviors, and emotional depth.
Information pending.
Non-Fiction
Conflict Is Not Abuse
304
Sarah Schulman
2016
Heading 5
A searing philosophical critique examining how interpersonal conflicts are frequently inflated into trauma narratives, driving social ostracization and political polarization.
Information pending.
Non-Fiction
How We Learn
352
Stanislas Dehaene
2020
Heading 5
A renowned cognitive neuroscientist explores the biological mechanics of the human brain, highlighting four pillars that optimize childhood and adult learning.
Information pending.
Non-Fiction
Crippled
256
Frances Ryan
2019
Heading 5
A devastating journalistic exposure detailing the systemic impacts of government austerity policies on disabled communities in modern Britain.
Information pending.
Non-Fiction
Unbeatable Mind
254
Mark Divine
2015
Heading 5
A former Navy SEAL commander shares powerful mental toughness frameworks, breathing exercises, and leadership habits to forge elite cognitive resilience.
Information pending.
Non-Fiction
Business for Punks
256
James Watt
2015
Heading 5
The co-founder of BrewDog shares anarchic, unconventional business advice, urging entrepreneurs to break traditional rules, prioritize product, and build a fanatical community culture.
Information pending.
Novel
Home Stretch
352
Graham Norton
2020
Heading 5
A compassionate Irish novel exploring the ripple effects of a tragic car crash in a small town, following a young man's exile and eventual reckoning.
Information pending.
Non-Fiction
The English and Their History
1024
Robert Tombs
2014
Heading 5
A monumental, sweeping history of the English people, tracking their social, political, and cultural evolution from Roman times to the early twenty-first century.
Information pending.
Non-Fiction
The Great War for Civilisation
1368
Robert Fisk
2005
Heading 5
A massive, eyewitness account of modern Middle Eastern conflicts, chronicling decades of political tragedies, wars, and western interventions from a veteran journalist's perspective.
Information pending.
Non-Fiction
Appeasing Hitler
512
Tim Bouverie
2019
Heading 5
A narrative history detailing the British political elite's fateful policies of appeasement during the 1930s that failed to prevent the rise of Nazi Germany.
Information pending.
Biography
An Uneasy Inheritance
256
Polly Toynbee
2023
Heading 5
A candid memoir exploring class, privilege, and the complexities of familial identity as the author examines her own radical, eccentric, and guilt-ridden middle-class background.
Information pending.
Non-Fiction
The Complete Book of Insults
160
Nancy McPhee
1978
Heading 5
A delightfully wicked compendium gathering hundreds of historical, literary, and witty put-downs, barbs, and slurs from famous writers, politicians, and historical figures across centuries.
Information pending.
Non-Fiction
The C-5A Scandal
238
Berkeley Rice
1971
Heading 5
A gripping exposé tracking the massive corporate and military cost overruns, cover-ups, and political controversy surrounding Lockheed's massive C-5A cargo plane procurement program.
Information pending.
Non-Fiction
The Illustrated Encyclopedia of the Kings & Queens of Britain
256
Charles Phillips
2006
Heading 5
A richly illustrated historical reference guide chronicling the fascinating lives, reigns, dynastic battles, and political legacies of British monarchs over more than a thousand years.
Information pending.
Non-Fiction
The Wealth of Nations
1184
Adam Smith
1776
Heading 5
A foundational work of modern economic theory analyzing the market mechanisms of division of labor, free productivity, and the unseen hand driving national prosperity and commerce.
Information pending.
Non-Fiction
What the Greeks Did for Us
288
Tony Spawforth
2019
Heading 5
A lively historical survey revealing the deep, enduring cultural impact of ancient Greek innovations on modern architecture, politics, science, philosophy, and Western civilization.
Information pending.
Novel
Henry V
432
Dan Jones
2024
Heading 5
A thrilling biography of England's warrior king, stripping away Shakespearean myth to reveal the complex, brilliant, and ruthless ruler who conquered medieval France.
Information pending.
Biography
Napoleon the Great
976
Andrew Roberts
2014
Heading 5
A monumental, definitive biography based on thousands of personal letters, painting a vivid portrait of Napoleon as a brilliant commander, lawgiver, and tireless reformer.
Information pending.
Biography
Full Disclosure
288
Stormy Daniels
2018
Heading 5
A candid, fearless memoir detailing the author's life in the adult film industry, her legal battles, and the media firestorm surrounding her high-profile political encounter.
Information pending.
Biography
And Finally
240
Henry Marsh
2022
Heading 5
A retired neurosurgeon reflects on mortality, science, and the human condition after transitioning from a doctor diagnosing illness to a patient facing his own advanced cancer.
Information pending.
Non-Fiction
When Two or More Are Gathered Together
144
Neal Slavin
1976
Heading 5
A landmark photographic study documenting American culture through group portraits, exploring the social dynamics, identity, and collective belonging of various clubs and associations.
Information pending.
Non-Fiction
Derek Jarman's House
208
Gilbert McCarragher
2022
Heading 5
A beautifully intimate visual and narrative exploration of Prospect Cottage, capturing the artistic interior, creative philosophy, and poignant legacy of filmmaker Derek Jarman.
Information pending.
Biography
Spare
416
Prince Harry
2023
Heading 5
A deeply personal, highly publicized memoir detailing Prince Harry's life within the British royal family, his grief over his mother, and his choice to step away.
Information pending.
Non-Fiction
Chopin's Letters
424
Frédéric Chopin
1931
Heading 5
A collection of correspondence that offers a window into the romantic and professional world of the legendary Polish composer and pianist.
Information pending.
Non-Fiction
The Classical Music Book
352
DK
2018
Heading 5
An accessible, visual guide to the world's greatest classical composers and their works, using DK's signature infographic style.
Information pending.
Non-Fiction
Everything We Do is Music
256
Elizabeth Alker
2023
Heading 5
An exploration of how music intersects with our daily lives, emotions, and the way we experience the world around us.
Information pending.
Non-Fiction
History of Western Philosophy
912
Bertrand Russell
1945
Heading 5
A landmark work surveying Western thought from the Pre-Socratics to the early 20th century with Russell's characteristic wit.
Information pending.
Non-Fiction
A History of the World in 100 Objects
704
Neil MacGregor
2010
Heading 5
The Director of the British Museum tells the story of human history through a selection of man-made artifacts from across the globe.
Information pending.
Non-Fiction
The Film Book
528
Ronald Bergan
2011
Heading 5
A comprehensive visual guide to the history of cinema, covering genres, directors, and the technical evolution of filmmaking.
Information pending.
Non-Fiction
Small Is Beautiful
352
E.F. Schumacher
1973
Heading 5
A classic study of economics as if people mattered, advocating for decentralized, sustainable, and human-scale technological and social systems.
Information pending.
Non-Fiction
As We Were: All My Sons
128
David Hargreaves & Margaret-Louise O'Keeffe
2014
Heading 5
A meticulous historical chronicle detailing individual lives, military deployments, and personal accounts during the harrowing early years of the First World War.
Information pending.
Non-Fiction
As We Were: That Rich Earth
128
David Hargreaves & Margaret-Louise O'Keeffe
2015
Heading 5
An evocative history weaving together letters and local archives to map the cultural transformations taking place on the British home front during WWI.
Information pending.
