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New! Adult Nonfiction Staff Picks
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Revolusi: Indonesia and the Birth of the Modern World
by David Van Reybrouck
On a sunny Friday morning in August 1945, a handful of people raised a homemade cotton flag and, on behalf of 68 million compatriots, announced the birth of a new nation. With the fourth largest population in the world, inhabiting islands that span an eighth of the globe, Indonesia became the first country to rid itself of colonial rule after World War II.
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And Then? And Then? What Else?
by Daniel Handler
The author of the popular Lemony Snicket books discusses his love of strange literature and reflects on his life experiences in an entertaining memoir that also serves as inspiration for aspiring writers.
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The Puerto Rican War: a Graphic History
by John Vasquez Mejias
Rendered in gorgeously carved wood blocks and buffeted with historical supplemental material, John Vasquez Mejias's The Puerto Rican War tells the story of the the 1950 insurrection on the island that resulted in 38 deaths and a failed assassination attempt against President Harry S. Truman. Told as a fable, in which the leaders of the movement are visited by the ghosts of Michael Collins and Gandhi, this book showcases an important and often overlooked moment in American history and a historical touchstone for the Puerto Rican independence movement.
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Budget Family Food: Delicious Money-Saving Meals for All the Family
by Rebecca Wilson
Whether you want to make fresh, fruity breakfasts, light snacks and air fryer treats, hearty slow-cooked casseroles, or sumptuous desserts, Rebecca's easy-to-follow recipes are designed to save you time and money, making the most of your favorite seasonal ingredients and store-cupboard essentials. With recipes tailor-made for Air-fryers and slow cookers, cooking once for all the family has never been simpler. With useful tips on budgeting, batch cooking, freezing and storing, easy substitutions for lots of ingredients, and catering to fussy eaters, Rebecca takes the worry out of meal planning and prep, so you can spend more quality time with the ones you love.
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