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New Non Fiction January 2024 |
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The dictionary people : the unsung heroes who created the Oxford English dictionary
by Sarah Ogilvie
For the first time ever, this thrilling literary detective story, doubling as a celebration of words, language, people and one of mankind's greatest achievements, unravels the mystery of the contributors from around the world who, for over 70 years, helped to codify the way we read, write and speak. Illustrations.
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American gun : the true story of the AR-15
by Cameron McWhirter
Tracing the AR-15 rifle from inception to ubiquity shows how an obsessive firearms designer invented this controversial weapon in his garage in the 1950s, which has become the firearm of choice of mass shooters, this moral history explores America's gun culture and ove affair with technology, freedom and weaponry. Illustrations.
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Diner : day for night
by Andrew Tarlow
A pioneer of the artisanal food movement in Brooklyn through the acclaimed restaurants Diner, Roman's and Marlow & Sons offers 48 recipes and photographs including Risotto with Leeks, Peas, and Pecorino and Lamb Belly with Potatoes and Tomatoes. Illustrations.
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Let's get blitzen : 60+ holiday cocktails to make your spirits bright
by Sother Teague
"Learn to mix classic drinks such as eggnog and mulled cider as well as modern holiday-themed recipes like the Cotton-Headed Ninny Muggins, the Humbug or Santa's Little Helper. Let's Get Blitzen also includes an entire section of holiday-themed punches so you can keep guests merry without having to hole up behind the bar all evening"
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Dawn of Rebellion : the visual guide
by Pablo Hidalgo
Charting the Dawn of Rebellion, a turbulent era of the Star Wars galaxy, this visual guide charts this darkest of times, revealing key characters, locations, vehicles and weapons from the hit Disney+ series Obi-Wan Kenobi and Andor. Illustrations.
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Most delicious poison : the story of nature's toxins--from spices to vices
by Noah Whiteman
Based on cutting-edge science in the fields of evolution, chemistry and neuroscience, an evolutionary biologist reveals the origins of natural toxins produced by plants, mushrooms, microbes and even some animals, discussing how and why they evolved and the biological basis for our attraction—and addiction—to them. Illustrations.
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The night parade : a speculative memoir
by Jami Nakamura Lin
In this genre-bending and deeply emotional memoir that mirrors the sensation of being caught between realms, the author, after the death of her father, grapples with her bipolar disorder and sets out to interrogate the very notion of recovery through the lens of figures from Japanese, Taiwanese and Okinawan legend. Illustrations.
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Old-fashioned on purpose : cultivating a slower, more joyful life
by Jill Winger
Through engaging personal stories, history and lessons from life on the homestead, this inspiring and practical book shows us how doing things the old-fashioned way can help us find true happiness and meaningful connection—and unlock a powerful new sense of purpose. Illustrations.
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I love Russia : reporting from a lost country
by Elena Kostëiìuchenko
Interweaving reportage from the past 15 years with personal essays, a journalist who refused to be silenced offers this intimate and unprecedented portrait of Russia as she crossed the border into Ukraine to ensure the Russians witnessed the horrors Putin was committing in their name. Maps.
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Romney : a reckoning
by McKay Coppins
Drawing on interviews with Romney himself and his inner circle as well as his personal journals, this rare glimpse into the life of the politician who in recent years has been at the center of our nation's most defining political dramas. Illustrations.
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Omega farm : a memoir
by Martha McPhee
Recounting her complicated, bohemian childhood and her return home to care for her mother, who has severe dementia, the award-winning novelist presents this masterful exploration of a complicated family legacy and a powerful story of environmental and personal repair. Illustrations.
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Well at work : creating wellbeing in any workspace
by Esther M. Sternberg
Introducing the people in science and medicine, design and architecture and building sciences who are striving to make workplaces more conducive to wellbeing, this timely book shows you how to design healthy spaces across the seven domains of integrative health to improve stress levels, mood, focus and productivity.
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Share your joy : mixed media shareable art
by Sarah J. Gardner
"Learn how to create adorable mixed-media art to send to loved ones, friends, and even strangers via snail mail-then share in the happiness it brings. Author Sarah J. Gardner has made it her mission to help others find their creativity and inspiration through mixed-media art. In Share Your Joy, she offers her idea for how to share joy via handmade postcards, note cards, and other items that can be mailed to anyone around the world and put a smile on their face. That's where Sarah gets her joy, and with the techniques and step-by-step projects in this book, she will help you find it too"
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The secret life of John Le Carrâe
by Adam Sisman
Originally published in 2015, this definitive biography, now released in its entirety after the great novelist's death in 2020, reveals a hitherto-hidden perspective on the life and work of the spy-turned-author and a masterful meditation on the complex relationship between biography and subject. Illustrations.
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Madonna : a rebel life
by Mary Gabriel
The award-winning master biographer chronicles the meteoric rise and enduring influence of the greatest female pop icon of the modern era who has never stopped experimenting, pushing boundaries that changed culture globally, and fiercely defending a person's right to love whomever—and be whoever–they wanted. Illustrations.
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While you were out : an intimate family portrait of mental illness in an era of silence
by Meg Kissinger
Exploring the consequences of shame, the havoc of botched public policy and the hope offered by new treatment strategies, this searing memoir of a family besieged by mental illness and violence shows how childhood tragedy catalyzed the author's journalism career focused on exposing our country's flawed mental health care. Illustrations.
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If you would have told me : a memoir
by John Stamos
The three-time Emmy nominee, producer and musician reflects on his long career and how he beat the odds to become one of today's most successful and beloved actors. 400,000 first printing. Illustrations.
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The woman in me
by Britney Spears
The noted pop star offers a moving story about freedom, fame, motherhood, survival, faith, and hope.
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Behind the seams : my life in rhinestones
by Dolly Parton
Showcasing the music legend's most unforgettable looks from the 1960s until now, this stunningly photographed book displays Dolly Parton's iconic sense of style along with entertaining personal anecdotes that, for the first time, reveal the full story behind her lifelong passion for fashion. Illustrations.
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Some people need killing : a memoir of murder in my country
by Patricia Evangelista
In this thoroughly reported and deeply human chronicle of the Philippines' drug war and Rodrigo Duterte's assault on the country's struggling democracy, a trauma journalist immerses herself in the world of killers and survivors, capturing the atmosphere of fear created when an elected president decides some lives are worth less than others.
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