We Were Eight Years in Power
Ta-Nehisi Coates
A powerful collection of essays reflecting on the Obama era and its impact on race relations in America, exploring themes of identity, power, and the enduring legacy of white supremacy.
How to Do Nothing
Jenny Odell
A field guide to doing nothing as an act of political resistance to the attention economy. It is a plan of action to trace a series of movements: 1) a dropping out, not dissimilar from the “dropping out” of the 1960s; 2) a lateral movement outward to things and people that are around us; and 3) a movement downward into place.
The Rome Plague Diaries
Matthew Kneale
A captivating diary of life in Rome during the Covid-19 lockdown. Matthew Kneale shares his personal experiences, observations, and reflections on the city and its people as they navigate an unprecedented crisis. A poignant and insightful account of resilience, community, and the enduring spirit of Rome.
Bullshit Jobs
David Graeber
A provocative exploration into the proliferation of meaningless jobs in modern society. David Graeber examines why so many people feel their jobs are pointless, the psychological and social consequences, and the political implications of a workforce increasingly engaged in tasks they secretly believe are unnecessary. This book challenges our understanding of work, value, and the very fabric of our civilization.
Becoming Nicole
Amy Ellis Nutt
The story of a transgender girl, Nicole Maines, and her family's journey to understand and support her identity. From early childhood, Wyatt, one of a set of identical twins, felt like a girl trapped in a boy's body. This is the story of how Wyatt became Nicole, and how her family navigated the challenges and triumphs of her transition, fighting for her rights and acceptance along the way.
Seven Kinds of People You Find in Bookshops
Shaun Bythell
A humorous and insightful look at the various types of customers encountered in a bookshop, as observed by a bookseller over twenty years. From self-proclaimed experts to conspiracy theorists, this book offers a witty and often cynical perspective on the human interactions within the walls of a bookshop.
Where Do We Go from Here
Martin Luther King
In his final book, Martin Luther King, Jr. grapples with the pressing issues facing America in 1967, questioning where the nation should go after the civil rights victories of the early 1960s. He challenges readers to choose between chaos and community, offering profound insights into racism, economic inequality, and the path towards a more just and equitable society.
Stamped
Jason Reynolds
A timely and essential book that examines the history of racist ideas in America and challenges readers to think critically about race and equality. Adapted from Ibram X. Kendi's award-winning "Stamped from the Beginning," this remix offers a compelling narrative that connects the past to the present, encouraging readers to confront racism and work towards an antiracist future.