New and Notable Nonfiction for August

by Charles C. Mann

Focusing on ecology and economics, Mann provides a spellbinding account of how an unplanned collision of unfamiliar animals,... Full review >

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by Mary Jane Nealon

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by Jim Dent

A superb work that paints the resilient athlete as a fierce competitor and an unforgettable sportsman. Full review >

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by James M. Kouzes Barry Z. Posner

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by Patricia Bosworth

Reading to savor. Full review >

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by Stephen Glain

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by Julie Salamon

Perceptive and empathetic, but also gently unsparing—a superbly nuanced portrait. Full review >

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by Steven Brill

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by Nina Burleigh

Burleigh’s propulsive narrative and the many unsettling aspects of the case make this a standout among recent true-crime... Full review >

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by Thomas Keneally

The author provides ample documentation instead of just preaching, but his important message is clear—unless we deal with... Full review >

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by Erica Heller

An affectionate family scrapbook crafted with a bittersweet blend of humor and pathos. Full review >

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by Tracy Daugherty

Essential reading about a writer whose major novels continue to command attention. Full review >

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