Review: “A Continent Erupts,” by Ronald H. Spector
In “A Continent Erupts,” Ronald H. Spector chronicles the violent, internecine conflicts that overwhelmed Asia in the decade after World War II.
Book Review: “Partisans,” by Nicole Hemmer
A new book by the historian Nicole Hemmer charts the demise of Reagan-style optimism and the birth of a rage-and-fear-based politics on the right.
'Diary of a Misfit' blends reportage, research and memoir
Washington Post reporter Casey Parks' first book, Diary of a Misfit: A Memoir and a Mystery, follows her attempts to uncover Roy Hudgins' story while rediscovering her own along the way.
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A Prayer for the Crown-Shy
UnCovered Review by Marina Smolens, ACLS Brigantine Branch
Encompassed in just one-hundred and fifty-two pages is the story of Sibling Dex and Mosscap, a monk and a robot in a futuristic land called Panga. In this utopian future, A Prayer For The Crown-Shy by Becky Chambers, robots gained consciousness and decided to peacefully part ways with humanity, retreating to the deep wilderness, rather than destroying or enslaving civilization, as is often imagined in more dystopian tales. Sibling Dex and Mosscap are the first to breach the gap between humans and robots in hu
In Chambers’ book preceding this one, A
Psalm For The Wild-Built, Dex explores the wilderness with Mosscap, but in
this sequel, it is Mosscap’s turn to explore an unknown terrain: humanity. With
it, it brings a question in which it hopes to answer: what do humans need in a
world where all their basic needs are met? You do not need to have read A
PSALM FOR THE WILD-BUILT In order to enjoy A Prayer For The
Crown-Shy. This story is one of friendship, love, and finding meaning.
It’s also a refreshingly optimistic science fiction that still challenges the
ideas of capitalism and corporate greed that are signature of the genre but in
a more gentle and innocent way. It gives the reader hope for a better, kinder
future, and allows us to imagine what this may look like, while at the same
time, urges us to be more grounded in the present moment, to accept ourselves
as we currently are.
5 translated books from Japan to soothe battered souls this fall
A growing number of translated Japanese books have been released in the U.S. in recent years. There there are more than a dozen coming out this fall alone — including titles by emerging writers.
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Review: “The Life of Crime,” by Martin Edwards
In “The Life of Crime,” Martin Edwards takes on the colorful history of the detective novel, and its enduring fascination.
Book Review: ‘The House of Fortune’ by Jessie Burton
In “The House of Fortune,” Jessie Burton’s characters are 18 years older and much has changed.
Review: Essays by Gary Indiana, David Collard and Charles Baxter
Cultural criticism from Gary Indiana, David Collard and Charles Baxter.
New Historical Fiction to Read
In three journeys to the past, characters find themselves on quests that have nothing to do with the calendar or geography.
Review: ‘Wild Things Are Happening,’ by Jonathan Weinberg
A new book collects six decades’ worth of the artist’s work.
Review: ‘A Visible Man: A Memoir,’ by Edward Enninful
The British Vogue editor wants to make the media — and the world — a more welcoming place.
Review: ‘Didn’t Nobody Give a Shit What Happened to Carlotta,’ by James Hannaham
James Hannaham’s new novel imagines a convict’s fateful re-entry into a much-changed Brooklyn.
Review: “American Rascal: How Jay Gould Built Wall Street’s Biggest Fortune,” by Greg Steinmetz
For better or worse, Jay Gould revolutionized the world of finance in the 19th century. In “American Rascal,” Greg Steinmetz tells his story.
Review: “Democratic Justice,” by Brad Snyder
“Democratic Justice,” Brad Snyder’s comprehensive biography of Felix Frankfurter, aims to reassess the complicated legacy of the judge and political adviser.
John Lithgow on an Actor’s Education
The Emmy Award-winning star of TV, stage and movies discusses his memoir, “Drama.” And the British writer Maggie O’Farrell talks about her novel “Hamnet.”
James Hannaham By the Book Interview
“Wasn’t it Louis Armstrong who said there are only two types of music — good and bad?” says the author and visual artist, whose new novel is “Didn’t Nobody Give a Shit What Happened to Carlotta.” “I feel the same about books. I like good.”
Review: “The Arc of a Covenant,” by Walter Russell Mead
In “The Arc of a Covenant,” Walter Russell Mead makes the case that U.S. support for the Jewish state has benefited America more than critics allow.
Review: “The Secret Battle of Evan Pao,” by Wendy Wan-Long Shang
In “The Secret Battle of Evan Pao,” a Chinese American boy and his family feel as if they’re refighting the U.S. Civil War.
Review: “The Tryout” by Christina Soontornvat
The Thai American heroine of Christina Soontornvat’s graphic novel wrestles with anti-Asian racism while auditioning for the cheerleading squad.
9 New Books We Recommend This Week
Suggested reading from critics and editors at The New York Times.
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