Nonfiction

An excellent book for poetry beginners, students, and scholars. It will embolden readers to seek out new discoveries in Chinese poetry.

More a history than an art history, this concise and well-written book smoothly follows the murals from conception to completion to their subsequent evolution into a beloved San Francisco landmark, highlighting their treatment by art critics and historians over the years. It’s beautifully illustrated with photographs of the artists and the murals in various stages of completion.

A perfect recap of the film and the controversial era; a treat for cinephiles.

This is an advanced text that will be of interest to readers with an active Zen practice or a solid understanding of basic Zen principles and historical figures. It makes a strong addition to collections.

A sublime and first-rate examination of India’s lengthy religious history.

Readers interested in American classical music and Black history and culture will find much to celebrate in this outstanding book.

A moving ballad exploring familial and cultural legacies, with Mexican corrido music at its core. Tragic, mournful, and melodious, all at once.

This engrossing account of a musician’s transformation is a testament to the healing process and will engage listeners who seek to express their lived experiences without fear.

Instead of laying out a political critique, Fielder makes capitalism’s role in childbirth feel personal, underlining the emotional and ethical demands of the field. Her book offers a powerful call for more compassionate policies and practices, which highlight the importance of dignity, autonomy, and support for individuals in this profoundly personal journey.