New York Times Nonfiction Bestsellers
Week of January 2nd (list limited to titles available at the library)
1.
A Promised Land
In the first volume of his presidential memoirs, Barack Obama offers personal reflections on his formative years and pivotal moments through his first term.
2.
Greenlights
The Academy Award-winning actor shares snippets from the diaries he kept over the last 35 years.
4.
Caste
The Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist examines aspects of caste systems across civilizations and reveals a rigid hierarchy in America today.
5.
Becoming
The former first lady describes how she balanced work, family and her husband’s political ascent.
6.
World Of Wonders
In a collection of essays, the poet celebrates various aspects of the natural world and its inhabitants.
7.
The Splendid And The Vile
An examination of the leadership of the prime minister Winston Churchill.
8.
Bag Man
The MSNBC host gives an account of the 1973 investigation of then Vice President Spiro T. Agnew and its impact on politics and the media.
9.
Breath
A re-examination of a basic biological function and a look at the science behind ancient breathing practices.
10.
Humans
Photos and stories of people from over 40 countries collected by the creator of “Humans of New York.”
11.
Uncomfortable Conversations With A Black Man
A look at some questions and concepts needed to address systemic racism.
12.
Is This Anything?
The comedian shares material he collected in an accordion folder over the last 45 years.
13.
Wintering
Personal reflections on the potential benefits of embracing and living through painful times of isolation.
14.
The Last Days Of John Lennon
The story of the killing of the former member of the Beatles by Mark David Chapman in 1980 and interviews with some of Lennon’s friends and associates.
