Browsing: Nonfiction

From a New York Times bestselling author: Five of England’s queens come to vivid life in this riveting, century-spanning history. “Readable, well-researched… A fascinating story” (Library Journal starred review).

From the New York Times best-selling author of The Southern Book Club’s Guide to Slaying Vampires comes a nostalgic and unflinchingly…

When Carolyn Porter unearthed a series of letters from World War II–era Berlin, penned by a man to his family in France, she was determined to learn more. In this riveting read, she details her journey to discovering the writer’s fate. “Captivating… marvelous” (Booklist starred review).

How did medieval artisans build the great cathedrals that still inspire wonder today? Here is a fascinating look at the creation of Notre Dame, Chartres, and other tremendous achievements of Gothic architecture.

WINNER OF THE CHRISTOPHER BOOK AWARD • “A must-read for anyone who longs for the day when the dividing lines…

* Financial Times and McKinsey Business Book of the Year Award Winner * A New York Times Notable Book *…

In this New York Times bestseller, a former speechwriter takes an honest and humorous look back on his time in the Obama administration. “A smart, insightful, and funny White House memoir that you don’t have to be a political junkie to love” (Judd Apatow).

“Lisa and Francesca, mother and daughter, bring you the laughter of their lives.” –Delia Ephron, bestselling author The bestselling and…

“You’ll come away with a clearer understanding of how you are uniquely gifted to contribute to the world, and why…

Dive into this “first-rate biography” (Kirkus Reviews starred review) of Muhammad Ali, the dazzling heavyweight boxer, activist, and worldwide phenomenon — with startling insight from interviews and recently released government files.