Browsing: Nonfiction

Written in a clear, crisp, accessible style, this book is perfect for beginners as well as professional writers who need…

In this New York Times bestseller, a Pulitzer Prize–winning journalist reflects on her early years in Liberia — and the violent events that shattered her country. “Masterly… Nothing short of brilliant” (The New York Times Book Review).

The stunning story of one of America’s great disasters, a preventable tragedy of Gilded Age America, brilliantly told by master…

A “vital, large-hearted, and often raucously funny” New York Times bestseller (The Washington Post): Pat Conroy chronicles his tumultuous relationship with his father — and his path to forgiveness. A “painful, lyrical” read that “fans won’t want to miss” (People).

An astonishing voyage through 14 billion years of cosmic history with over 54,000 five-star ratings on Goodreads: Explore everything from galactic evolution to the human brain in this “iridescent” classic (The New York Times Book Review).

Brilliant young Robert Peace left his hometown of Newark behind for Yale University — and struggled to find his place in either. In this New York Times bestseller, Peace’s close friend examines his life in this “haunting American tragedy for our times” (Entertainment Weekly).

In this “uplifting and insightful memoir” (Publishers Weekly), a New York Times bestselling author explores the value of compassion and chronicles his life-changing bond with a rescue donkey named Simon. “Heartwarming… A touching tale” (USA Today).

An “eye-opening” National Book Critics Circle Award winner (Publishers Weekly): This unflinching look at the opioid crisis in America examines how the epidemic began and what allowed it to grow. “A driven and important narrative” (The Wall Street Journal).

After the breakup of the Beatles, Paul McCartney had to reforge his career, creative identity, and life. Based on interviews with the star, this penetrating biography chronicles his wild journey back to stardom in the 1970s. “Well-researched but still breezy and engaging” (The Boston Globe).

This “gripping and superbly told account” (Booklist) from a New York Times bestselling author follows the journey of Felix Sparks, a World War II hero who led forces across Europe’s battlefields to the very doorstep of Dachau. “Exceptional” (The Wall Street Journal).