Browsing: Nonfiction

“Compelling” (Publishers Weekly): Traudl Junge dreamed of being a ballerina — but instead became the secretary to one of the world’s most evil figures. Learn about her time working for Hitler in this disturbing tale from a dark hour in history.

“Engaging” (Publishers Weekly): Thanks to an unexpected detour, Michael Ross went from backpacking through Europe to fighting al-Qaeda for Israel’s secret service. This gripping memoir chronicles his life as an undercover agent.

“Randis later would testify at a criminal trial against her father, who was sentenced to prison for his crimes. He…

In this “revealing” account (Newsweek), a Pulitzer Prize–winning historian traces the lives of Tsar Nicholas II and Alexandra — the final rulers of the Romanov dynasty. “A wonderfully rich tapestry” (The New York Times) with over 9,500 five-star Goodreads ratings.

A modern classic and New York Times bestseller from a beloved poet and memoirist: Maya Angelou paints a “simultaneously touching and comic” portrait (The New York Times) of her time growing up, experiencing prejudice and trauma and learning about love and kindness.

From a Pulitzer Prize–winning author: This #1 New York Times bestseller and NPR Best Book of the Year traces the life and legacy of the 41st US president, George Herbert Walker Bush. “Should be required reading” (The Washington Post).

Named a New York Times Notable Book, this compelling narrative history examines the aftermath of the attempted assassination of President James A. Garfield. A “crisp, concise, and revealing” account (The Washington Post), with over 29,000 five-star ratings on Goodreads!

In this “utterly fascinating” New York Times bestseller (NPR), a security expert explores the chilling criminal threats posed by new technology — and outlines what we can do to prevent disaster. “Riveting” (Nassim Nicholas Taleb, New York Times bestselling author).

A “fascinating” New York Times bestseller (Publishers Weekly): During the Civil War, a British spy in South Carolina fought tirelessly against the Confederacy. “The best espionage book I’ve read. I couldn’t put it down” (New York Times bestselling author Robert Baer).

With nearly 7,000 five-star ratings on Goodreads: As relevant today as when it was first performed, this adaptation of the groundbreaking one-woman show offers an empowering message on female sexuality. “Spellbinding, funny, and almost unbearably moving… an incisive piece of cultural history” (Variety).