Daniel Burka

Entrepreneur and environmentalist Yvon Chouinard shares the inspiring story of how he built one of the most respected and environmentally responsible companies on earth. Let My People Go Surfing follows his journey from a young boy in a French Canadian blacksmith family to a celebrated climber and founder of Patagonia, Inc. Discover how Chouinard blended his passion for adventure with his dedication to doing good, and how his approach can impact entrepreneurs and outdoor enthusiasts alike.

"Breaking Trail" tells the story of Arlene Blum, a legendary trailblazer who broke gender stereotypes in climbing and science. Blum led the first all-female teams to successful ascents of Mount McKinley and Annapurna, as well as being the first American woman to attempt Mount Everest. Her scientific work also led to important legislation banning carcinogens in children’s sleepwear. With candor and humor, Blum recounts her journey from an overprotected childhood in Chicago to the tops of some of the highest peaks on earth, and to a life lived on her own terms. This book is a moving testament to the power of taking risks and pursuing dreams.

Learn how to conduct effective research for design projects with "Just Enough Research." Co-founder of Mule Design, Erika Hall, shares her experience in this concise cookbook of research methods. Discover how to ask better questions, spot blind spots and biases, and identify impactful changes. Plus, Hall shares why you should avoid holding focus groups. Improve your design process quickly and efficiently with this must-read book.

Unleash the power of data graphics with this essential guide. Learn about the theory and practice of designing effective charts, tables, and visuals for quick and precise analysis. Discover how to create high-resolution displays, small multiples, and multivariate designs. Get detailed analysis of 250 graphics, including the best and worst examples. Learn to detect graphical deception and improve your aesthetics. This second edition includes color reproductions and all corrections from the first edition.

Get expert advice from co-founder of a successful design company with this brief book. From negotiating contracts to enhancing client relationships, learn valuable tips to improve your job performance. Don't miss out on essential knowledge with this must-read for designers.

Explore American identity, interracial families, and the realities that divide us in this "beautiful and eye-opening" graphic memoir. Follow Mira Jacob's conversations with her half-Jewish, half-Indian son as they navigate difficult questions about race, color, and love amidst the tensions of the 2016 election. Written with humor and vulnerability, this deeply relatable book is a love letter to the art of conversation and the hope that comes from our most challenging questions.

A quarantine has left the girls at Raxter School for Girls stranded and cut off from the world for eighteen months. The Tox infection has taken hold, affecting both teachers and students, transforming their bodies in strange ways. The girls are forced to stay within the school's fence, as the woods beyond have become wild and dangerous. Hetty is determined to find her missing friend Byatt, even if it means risking everything to venture beyond the fence. What she finds will alter her understanding of their existence on the island forever.

The book explores how the world is functioning exactly as designed, with everything from guns to social media causing harm. The author makes the case that design is a political act and designers are responsible for their creations. While the book may stir up anger, it provides the tools needed to make better decisions, build diverse teams, and confidently say no to harmful projects. It's a must-read for designers who want to understand their role in creating a better world.

Factfulness by Hans Rosling is an eye-opening book about understanding the world we live in. Rosling reveals the ten biases that distort our perspective and teaches readers how to focus on facts instead. Through lively anecdotes and moving stories, Factfulness empowers readers to see the world clearly and respond to the crises and opportunities of the future. This book is an urgent and essential read for anyone looking to reduce stress and think more clearly about global issues.