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Some of our favorite nonfiction books of the year!
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A delightfully erudite and immersive exploration of the crossword puzzle and its fascinating history. Perfect for die-hard cruciverbalists and first-time puzzlers alike.
Celebrated Yale Professor Hansen charts the explorations and daring trade missions that began globalization and connected the world’s great societies.
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An exhilarating, seductive investigation of an unsolved 1969 murder at Harvard which reveals one ambitious young woman’s story after decades of silence.
Top 5 Pick: Kay
The saga of Yellowstone’s most revered alpha male, an animal known for his unwavering bravery, remarkable benevolence, and his fierce commitment to his mate.
From the Pulitzer-winning author, a timely, inspiring portrait of Civil Rights Hero and US Congressman John Lewis that links his life to the quest for equal rights from the 1950s to today.
Obsession and rivalry, and a radical altering of our understanding of human evolution surround the discovery of ‘Ardi,’ the oldest skeleton of a human ancestor.
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Top 5 Pick: Chris
Impossibly cheerful essays that laugh in the face of current political horrors, from Wisconsin native turned Washington Post columnist extraordinaire.
Top 5 Pick: Madi
Groundbreaking, soul piercing, Rankine urges readers to find pathways to conversation through a divisive moment in history.
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A vibrant graphic adaptation of the classic science memoir of Wilson’s lifelong quest to explore and protect the natural world.