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20 New Books That Will Take You Places

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A RETURN TO SELF

by Aatish Taseer

A queer Indian journalist travels the world in search of home in this poetic, insightful travelogue. Full review >

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UBAC AND ME

by Cédric Sapin-Defour ; translated by Adriana Hunter

A book every dog lover will cherish, celebrating the unbreakable bond of canine and human. Full review >

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A MARRIAGE AT SEA

by Sophie Elmhirst

A nimbly told story that should serve as a caution—but oddly, too, as inspiration—to would-be escapists. Full review >

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THE ROAD THAT MADE AMERICA

by James Dodson

Armchair travelers will enjoy Dodson’s wanderings—and may even be inspired to explore the road on their own. Full review >

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THE BEAST IN THE CLOUDS

by Nathalia Holt

Holt’s narrative brims with missteps and tragedy, but it’s a worthy addition to the history of scientific exploration. Full review >

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A JOURNEY NORTH

by Louis P. Masur

A fluently written account of a small but meaningful moment in American history. Full review >

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THE LAST SWEET BITE

by Michael Shaikh

A revealing inquiry at the intersection of food, culture, war, and power politics. Full review >

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THE 10

by E.A. Hanks

A lively, lovely take on an old standby, the road trip as a journey within. Full review >

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