LibraryAware May 2025

Books You Might Have Missed

Righteous strife : how warring religious nationalists forged Lincoln's union
by Richard Carwardine

The volume is first major account of the American Civil War to give full weight to the central role played by religion, reframing the conflict through Abraham Lincoln's contentious appeals to faith-based nationalism.

How to feed the world : the history and future of food
by Vaclav Smil

In this myth-busting book, a scientist investigates why big food-producing countries also have the most undernourished populations; why food goes to waste and how to prevent it; whether the planet could and should go vegan; and how to feed a growing population without killing the planet.

People pleaser : breaking free from the burden of imaginary expectations
by Jinger Vuolo

"From childhood to early adulthood, Jinger Duggar Vuolo followed the expectations of others, never taking the time to discover who she truly was. It wasn't until she asked herself the question, "Who am I?" that she realized she was a people pleaser. Thisrealization led her on a journey of self-discovery and ultimately, to rely on God for her approval and sense of self-worth. Through her faith and reliance on God, Jinger began to break free from the need for approval and discover true freedom. This bookis a guide for anyone struggling with people-pleasing tendencies and seeking to find their true identity and purpose in life"

A grain, a green, a bean : one simple formula, countless meatless meals
by Gena Hamshaw

The nutritionist, blogger and author behind The Vegan Week celebrates the versatile trio of grains, greens and beans with time-saving vegan recipes that transform pantry staples into nourishing meals, including Beet Couscous Bowls, Cashew Sour Cream and Olive Oil Cake. Illustrations.

When the Earth was green : plants, animals, and evolution's greatest romance
by Riley Black

Explores the critical role prehistoric plants played in shaping life on Earth, from oxygenating the atmosphere to supporting the evolution of animals and humans, highlighting key moments in plant evolution and their interactions with species that formed the world we know today.