New & Noteworthy, From Narco Fiction to Governing California
A selection of recent books of interest; plus, a peek at what our colleagues around the newsroom are reading.
The Cute Little Devices Are Watching You
“Little Eyes,” by Samanta Schweblin, is a brisk survey of 21st-century life as seen through the camera eyes of a plausible consumer fad.
A Novel From North Korea Offers Glimpses of the Everyday
First published in 1988, “Friend,” by Paek Nam-nyong, is a candid examination of domestic conflict and female ambition.
Nancy Pelosi’s Brilliant Career
Molly Ball’s biography reveals a shrewd and battle-hardened political leader.
In Thriller Form, 'The Lincoln Conspiracy' Details Early Plot To Kill The President
Authors Brad Meltzer and Josh Mensch prove gifted at providing essential context, including deftly painting a picture of 19th-century America and the prevailing attitudes toward race and politics.
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Love Of Literature — And Algeria — Illuminates 'Our Riches'
Kaouther Adimi's novel tells the real-life story of Edmond Charlot, the Algerian bookseller and publisher who witnessed his country's independence struggle — and famously discovered Albert Camus.
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Andy Warhol, Superstar
Blake Gopnik’s mammoth biography traces the life and career of the original King of Pop.
Melville’s Whale Was a Warning We Failed to Heed
“Moby-Dick” contained the author’s diagnosis, prognosis and prescription for the human condition. We didn’t listen.
Kitchen Confidential: Three Culinary Memoirs
The passions of these professional foodies — chefs, bloggers, journalists — shine in these new books.
Is Physics on the Wrong Track? And Other Letters to the Editor
Readers respond to recent issues of the Sunday Book Review.
Lawrence Wright on Researching a (Fictional) Pandemic
Wright talks about “The End of October,” and Dalia Sofer discusses “Man of My Time.”
Pride at the Plate for a Little League All-Star
In Phil Bildner’s “A High Five for Glenn Burke,” the inventor of the world’s most popular celebratory gesture helps a budding baseball player accept himself for who he is.
An Eerily Prescient Pandemic Novel That’s Guaranteed to Terrify
In Lawrence Wright’s “The End of October,” a virulent flu races around the globe, killing millions and plunging society into disarray.
How the N.R.A. Became ‘the Most Feared Lobbying Force in America’
Frank Smyth’s unauthorized history tracks the evolution of a gentlemen’s hunting club into a behemoth of Second Amendment absolutism.
Some Personal News From Samantha Irby
The blogger and essayist reads her latest collection, “Wow, No Thank You.”
Lois Lowry’s Ode to the Fallen in World War II
In her new audiobook, “On the Horizon,” the children’s book author remembers her childhood against the backdrop of the Pearl Harbor and Hiroshima.
New in Paperback: ‘Lanny’ and ‘The Unwinding of the Miracle’
Six new paperbacks to check out this week.
12 New Books We Recommend This Week
Suggested reading from critics and editors at The New York Times.
'Officer Clemmons,' Mister Rogers' Neighborhood Policeman Pal, Tells His Story
Dr. François S. Clemmons' ambition and artistry, pain and struggle informed the person behind his character, Officer Clemmons. His memoir is often disarming in its intimacy and honesty.
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Will Your Kids Love Your Favorite Childhood Reads? Let's Find Out
With few new books coming in, our kids' books columnist turns to the favorite reads of her childhood — beginning with the 19th-century classic Five Little Peppers and How They Grew.
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