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If you think nonfiction books are boring, think again. They’re not all books about wars or ancient history (though there are plenty of fascinating books on both of those topics, too). You can explore the world by living vicariously through the most talented travel writers. Or read about real-life spies who put James Bond to shame. You can even dive deep into the world of Old Hollywood gossip queens, or channel your inner animal lover and become an expert on birds. The options are literally endless—pick a topic that you’ve always wanted to know more about, and someone has surely written a book about it.
From deep dives on pivotal moments to sweeping world history to American history to the history of the last madam in New Orleans; from biographies of the world's most fascinating figures to poignant memoirs; from self-help to DIY to cookbooks and more, the vast world of nonfiction writing truly has something for everyone. So go ahead—save that novel for another day, and give a nonfiction book a chance.
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By DeAnna Janes
Play "follow the leader" with biographies about history’s most notable people.
By DeAnna Janes
Get lost in stories of survival, discovery, and determination.
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The pioneering ecofeminist and Woman and Nature author discusses her book and today's discriminatory climate.
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These works started the dialogue; we're continuing the conversation.
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Forced into hiding in swamps and forests, Jack and Rochelle stood by each other as they fought the Nazis until the Soviet liberation of Poland in 1944.
Historian and author Bruce Lee breaks it down.
By Bruce Lee
Author Sven Lindqvist takes readers on historical journey across the Sahara Desert and the African continent.
Fire up the coals for a couple of recipes from The Complete Book of Outdoor Cookery.
Before squad goals, there were sidekicks.
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By James Gleick