Best Social & Cultural Studies Books of 2018

by Lawrence Wright

A revelation—Wright finds the reflection of his own conflicted soul in the native state he loves and has hated. Full review >

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by Robert W. Fieseler

A momentous work of sociological and civil rights history. Full review >

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by Laura Esther Wolfson

An impressive literary debut. Full review >

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by Arlene Stein

A stellar exploration of the complexities and limitations of gender. Full review >

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by Alice Bolin

An illuminating study on the role women play in the media and in their own lives. Full review >

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by Beth Macy

An urgent, eye-opening look at a problem that promises to grow much worse in the face of inaction and indifference. Full review >

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by Yuval Noah Harari

Harari delivers yet another tour de force. Full review >

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by Wednesday Martin

An indispensable work of popular psychology and sociology. Full review >

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by Rebecca Traister

A gripping call to action that portends greater liberty and justness for all. Full review >

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by Jill Soloway

An assumption-exploding, smart account of creativity, work, and a decidedly unconventional life. Full review >

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by Chris McGreal

A well-rendered, harrowing book about dire circumstances. Full review >

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