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Kinfolk Journeys
A beautiful, browsable book for intrepid travelers, promoting unique journeys around the world. It’s also for armchair travelers who prefer to visit remote locations from the comfort of home.
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The Craft of Research
This reference guide is an accessible addition to any undergraduate reading list, but it will be particularly useful for social sciences students. It is well-written, clearly structured, and easy to read and use.
Readers who enjoy stories about organized-crime families will appreciate this book. Give to fans of Five Families by Selwyn Raab and For the Sins of My Father by Albert DeMeo.
While this is largely a work of urban history, it will also appeal to readers interested in understanding the intersection of city, state, and federal policies (and funding).
This title is far more than a typical job-search book. It’s a detailed and solid choice for readers wishing to make the most of their next job move.
A comprehensive, cross-disciplinary study of circumcision. It might become the standard and authoritative book on this topic.
Deliberately off the mainstream, this engaging collection of intellectual, approachable essays is both a good entry point for those readers unfamiliar with Graeber’s work as well as a worthwhile read for audiences who know his writing well.
Parr never overreaches or preaches. He doesn’t slight Malcolm’s rigidities but he enriches readers’ appreciation of one of the most influential spokespersons of a tumultuous age.
Commodore founders’ personalities are expertly presented in this recommended book that offers insight into how and why corporate and marketing decisions were made.
Hughes-Hallett vividly describes the politics and culture of the era in this fascinating biography for readers of British history.
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The Impeachment Power: The Law, Politics, and Purpose of an Extraordinary Constitutional Tool
Highly recommended for any reader interested in American government and politics.
An intriguing perspective on a lesser-known case. This book proves that history can repeat itself in unexpected ways, and not everyone is eager to revisit the past.
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Can You Hear Me?
This fascinating peek into the mind of a remarkable inventor is appropriate for family listening.
While Stourton steers dangerously close to overfilling the book with names and anecdotes, his brisk writing style and honest approach will win over readers. Ultimately this is a remarkable story about a bygone world, well told by an insider.
A solid pick for public libraries. Devotees of Ephron will find this volume delightful to delve into, while casual cinephiles will enjoy it as a thoughtful analysis of an influential writer-director and her various legacies.
Inviting multiple viewings, this book concurs that cinema is a properly communal experience that can benefit spirituality.
Tepper has fashioned a winning book on the unsung heroines of Broadway musicals that will be appreciated by readers of women’s studies and theater lore.
This academically written and accessible contribution to film history should please a wide range of readers.
Written more like a commentary on Fania’s cultural significance to Latin music and Nuyorican culture than an overall history, this work will be of interest to diehard fans of salsa and music professors.
Accessible distillations of heart and mind; readers don’t have to know Arendt’s philosophy (or philosophy generally) to read this work profitably and with pleasure.
A delicious serving of Tucci’s special blend of tasteful prose and sparkling wit that his fans and general foodies will savor.
Scholars and queer history readers will gain newfound knowledge and deep flamenco appreciation from Rodríguez’s comprehensive research. This significant contribution to dance scholarship is critical for all performing arts collections.
A fascinating look at an authentic Hollywood influencer, told with affection, honesty, and unprecedented access to the memories of numerous legends
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Tiny Pep Talks: Bite-Size Encouragement for Life’s Annoying, Stressful, and Flat-Out Lousy Moments
This book’s vivid and welcoming layout contributes to the motivational vibe found in its pages. Recommended for readers needing inspiration for confronting common but still daunting situations.
This uplifting book addresses a difficult topic with hope, love, and a touch of humor. The illustrations and text make it suitable for children or adults coping with the loss of a pet. Recommended for readers needing grief support.
Scott is the rare photographer whose images allow animals’ personalities to come through. Heartwarming, quick-reading stories show how adopting or fostering a rescue cat can make a difference.
A helpful and timely guide to spotting patterns of bullying. Readers will learn how to safely respond and react to bullies and how to educate others on bullying behaviors.
Huggins writes in an unpretentious, encouraging, and nonjudgmental style. Readers who actively engage in her exercises will likely find them useful for understanding and managing their anxiety.
This book will appeal to readers of Tara Brach and Emily Nagoski, while also offering new insights on burnout.
Whether readers pick up this book already equipped with a powerful network of social relationships or want to forge those deep friendships, they will find a friend in Yankovich, the kind of companion who shows up with honesty, empathy, and insights.
Petrow’s tone is akin to friendly reminiscing from a relative, suggesting books to read and apps to try. Recommended for readers who enjoy self-help works in the memoir vein.
A great companion to Amanda Ripley’s High Conflict, this is an accessible and enjoyable guide to learning how to have open conversations and maintain civility with people readers agree and disagree with. Highly recommended.
Moore’s gentle voice on the page and the quietness of the practices she details make this a soft, soulful book that will resonate with readers who want to rebel against capitalist, commercialized self-care trends that tend to treat the body separately from the soul.
Readers will find brief but profound advice that will assist those who want to put their life in perspective. Recommended for readers interested in Buddhist principles or self-improvement practices.
A welcome dose of culinary nostalgia for some cooks, as well as a terrific opportunity for others to discover just what Betty can do for them in the kitchen.
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A Home for All Seasons
A charming work illustrating how to seamlessly bring nature inside in every season. For readers who enjoy adding seasonal natural elements to their rooms, muted color palettes, and displaying carefully curated collections.
This beautiful book ties hunger, taste, connection, and community together; it will be a welcome addition to all collections.
This will inspire fans to pick up a crochet hook, but it’s also great for beginners interested in creating something a little different. Sartori has “Style” that will make any Swiftie into a “Lover” of the fiber arts, producing knits beyond their “Wildest Dreams.”
This lovely book is highly recommended for quilters looking to expand their skill sets and variety of designs.
Written specifically to help women of color feel comfortable in the British outdoors, this book’s message is important for a wider audience as well. This recommended book explains how access to the outdoors is restricted in ways that some readers may not have realize, and Fatinikun offers ways to overcome these barriers.
A beautiful, expansive guide to London’s scientifically significant sites, engaging for both urban and armchair explorers. It readily complements information found in Fodor’s or Lonely Planet guides to the city.
A great buy for those who would like to have a solid reference volume for mocktails in their mixology collections.
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The Ultimate Minnesota Cookie Book: 100 Best Recipes from the Star Tribune’s Holiday Cookie Contest
This collection of simple and sophisticated cookie recipes would be a welcome gift to any baker hoping to augment their holiday cookie repertoire.
The hedonistic plates in Maggiore’s cookbook debut will inspire readers to get out their glammest griddles and some martini glasses so they can recreate his signature style with a meal fit for royalty.
A guide that’s equally suited for taking along on a trip or reading curled up on the couch. Recommended for most travel collections, especially those near the East Coast.
Excellent for readers who have no experience with painting. This highly recommended book includes specific details, common painting techniques, and lists of tools and resources that are clear and easy to follow.
Novice cookie bakers needing a bit more handholding may want to start with The King Arthur Flour Cookie Companion or Rose Beranbaum’s The Cookie Bible; otherwise, this is essential for any baker seeking to understand the origins of this sweet treat and expand the global reach of their cookie game.
An accessible guide for budding artists that shows how drawing figures and animation are interlinked. This volume opens up the experience of figure-drawing to an audience that may not have the opportunity to attend live classes.
This fun romp through briskets and baby back ribs proves that, while he burned Michael Scott at the roast on The Office, Baumgartner’s recipes sizzle and smoke with just the right amount of sauciness.
Libraries with extensive travel and design collections might appreciate this image-rich book, but budget-conscious readers probably won’t find many design tips they can take home with them.
From deconstructed lasagnas and cozy casseroles to one- or two-step pastas and toasts, these recipes will take longer to eat than they take to make, perfect for reluctant or short-on-time cooks.
While Disney theme parks may have more costumed characters and sparkly ball gowns than the average dining room, Craft demonstrates that magic can happen in any home with enough imagination, a sense of fun, and maybe a Minnie Mouse bundt cake or a glittery, guava-flavored Pride lunch box tart, washed down with some green tea horchata or a vanilla gelato– and strawberry Fanta–spiked “love potion.”
A lovely, interior design book that spurs readers to aim for cozy, meaningful spaces that bring people together.
Beautifully illustrated with Hong’s own photographs, this is a superlative resource that should attract new visitors to the region and inspire stewards of other areas to work towards the protection of their natural resources.
An engrossing encyclopedic study of the whos and whys behind what people wear. Will inspire readers to add classics to their wardrobe or rediscover the versatility of pieces they may have pushed to the back of their closet in favor of trendier pieces.
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How To Cook Everything: Kids
A solid entry that encourages parents to introduce all things food and kitchens to young people at all levels of skill and interest.
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The Official Disney Parks Celebration Cookbook: 101 Festival Recipes from the Delicious Disney Vault
A book that readers will pick up as much for the photos and the recipe headnotes, with history of when the dishes were served at the Disney theme parks, as for the recipes themselves. This will whet Disney fans’ appetite for a return visit.
A thoughtful volume with an abundance of guidance and advice for readers who want to plan a hike in Virginia, whether they’re heading to the mountains, the beach, or just outside Washington, DC. Hikers of all experience levels will appreciate this highly recommended resource.
A visually beautiful, useful book by an encouraging, supremely talented natural history artist. Best for intermediate to advanced artists, although Feltner’s advice on scientific accuracy will be useful for everyone.
Colorful examples and the author’s enthusiasm and encouragement will inspire plenty of readers to give this accessible creative activity a try.
Readers will be ready to mix things up in their kitchens with classic dals, biryanis, and versatile kofta curries simple enough to prepare on weeknights.
Come for the macabre and stay for the soufflé; this cookbook will inspire a taste for tarts and awaken a desire to read, eat, and write with dangerous, daring abandon.
This is a nice volume that encourages family connection and honors tradition. A solid win for shelves seeking to highlight Jewish cuisine, and a good resource for young chefs.
This is a solid introduction and primer for readers interested in using and wearing makeup for cosplay, clubbing, theater, social media posts, and much more. It’s a great addition to costuming collections and a perfect pick for fandom displays.
A great starter for readers interested in plein air painting. Detailed and beginner-friendly for aspiring artists, this work will be a good addition to popular arts and crafts collections.
An essential title that’s great to have on hand. It informs readers of all they need to know before and during a trip to Dollywood.
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Alpine Elixirs: The Swiss Art of Quirky Cocktails, Cozy Coffees, Mouthwatering Milkshakes and More
Pilot takes readers on a lively tour of Swiss drinking culture, with recipes. Recommended for larger collections, especially where there is interest in specialty drinks.
For readers curious about how museums work, this engaging new look at MoMA’s origins will whet appetites for further scholarship on these fascinating figures.
Rick Atkinson and John Ferling offer books about the Revolutionary War on its 250th anniversary, while Ojibwe journalist Mary Annette Pember writes a mix of history and personal biography about Indigenous boarding schools in the U.S.
Boyd’s treasure trove of information about the global impact of world music (particularly on the United States) is a tour de force that will fascinate music lovers.
Buttar makes brilliant use of primary sources and provides readers with a rich understanding of the unique nature of Leningrad, its military, and its people during a perilous time.
A powerful, necessary read and crucial contribution to the conversation on hunger and inequality that demands to be read with an open mind and a compassionate heart. It offers a fair, unflinching examination of the structural forces that drive hunger in the United States.
Well written and full of refreshing details, this economic picture of the early United States is a must for readers.
A fascinating and alarming look at authoritarian cooperation. Will appeal to readers interested in political science and the preservation of democracy.
A worthy read for people interested in the role sensationalized news media plays on public life and discourse.
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Analog Superpowers: How Twentieth-Century Technology Theft Built the National Security State
Hard-core military historians and tech law aficionados will appreciate this thoroughly researched book.
This stunning memoir offers compelling details about Nenquimo’s parallel journeys from student to activist and from child to mother, in a way that will appeal to readers of many generations.
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Dorothy Parker in Hollywood
Well-researched with many absorbing anecdotes and behind-the-scenes accounts, this thoughtful work will provide a fascinating and satisfying read for devotees of Parker and Hollywood history.
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