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Top 18 July Nonfiction


Cover art for THE TWILIGHT WAR
NONFICTION
Released: July 23, 2012

"Some casual readers may be turned off by the page count, but this is likely to be the authoritative history of the origins and progress of the Iranian policy morass for years to come."
An encyclopedic account of the ongoing military and diplomatic conflict between the United States and Iran. Read full book review >
Cover art for A YEAR UP
NONFICTION
Released: July 23, 2012

"Among recent publications on unemployment and education, this is a standout."
A must-read account of the origins and growth of Year Up, a groundbreaking employment program. Read full book review >
Cover art for TRUST ME, I'M LYING
NONFICTION
Released: July 19, 2012

"A sharp and disturbing look into the world of online reality."
In his first book, media consultant and American Apparel marketing director Holiday takes on the blogosphere, finding its content to be little more than manufactured and manipulated "conflict, controversy, and crap." Read full book review >
Cover art for MARILYN
NONFICTION
Released: July 17, 2012

"Surely not the last word, but a complete and honest effort and a good starting place."
Fifty years after her death and hundreds of books later, are we any closer to understanding Marilyn Monroe (1926–1962)? Probably not, but this new biography brings the known facts up to date and offers a fresh, modern take on the tragic star's life and choices. Read full book review >
Cover art for HOW TO BE A WOMAN
NONFICTION
Released: July 17, 2012

"Rapturously irreverent, this book should kick-start plenty of useful discussions."
A spirited memoir/manifesto that dares readers to "stand on a chair and shout ‘I AM A FEMINIST.' " Read full book review >
Cover art for BRIGHT LIGHTS, NO CITY
NONFICTION
Released: July 17, 2012

"An invigorating reality check for anyone thinking about starting a business in a developing country. "
The story of the trials of running a startup company in Africa. Read full book review >