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Jeanine Canty's book, "Returning the Self to Nature: Undoing Our Collective Narcissism and Healing Our Planet," explores the concept of narcissism through an ecopsychology lens. Canty draws from various disciplines, including depth psychology, indigenous earth-based traditions, Buddhism, and social and environmental justice movements, to argue that dominant culture exhibits narcissistic traits that contribute to ecological, social, and psychological crises. She critiques the individualistic approach to narcissism and instead views it as a societal problem, emphasizing the need for compassionate understanding and collective healing. Canty also examines the intersectionality of race, class, gender, and ecology in relation to narcissism. [Extracted from the article]

A freelance journalist's latest assignment threatens to give new meaning to the word deadline when he comes upon a murder mystery with century-old roots. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Self in the World: Connecting Life's Extremes by Keith Hart is an autobiography that chronicles the life and career of the author, from his upbringing in Manchester to his work in various prestigious universities and development agencies around the world. The book explores themes of freedom of movement, global inequalities, and the intersection of economic anthropology and development studies. Hart's personal journey is filled with paradoxes and ambivalences, and he candidly discusses his struggles with mental illness. The autobiography also includes reflections on thinkers who have influenced Hart and his perspectives on topics such as religion and money. [Extracted from the article]