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July 7, 2023
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 | Microhistory Books and Beyond Microhistory books are characterized by their attention to detail, meticulous research, and the use of primary sources such as diaries, letters, and court records. They often challenge or complicate conventional historical narratives by uncovering hidden or overlooked aspects of the past, making them valuable resources for both scholars and general readers interested in history. What they all have in common is that they focus with an intense concentration on a single subject-on "just one thing". And, in doing so, these books cast a uniquely revealing and stimulating light on the cultures, milieus, or eras surrounding that subject. No matter what your favorite obsession, you'll most likely find an author on this list of rich curiosities who got there first! Check out these titles |
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 | Books on the Air An overview of talked-about books and authors. This weekly update, published every Friday, provides descriptions of recent TV and radio appearances by authors and their recently released books. See the hot titles from the media this week. |
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 | Michael Finkel Michael Finkel is the author of "The Art Thief," "The Stranger in the Woods," an international bestseller, and "True Story," which was adapted into a 2015 motion picture starring James Franco and Jonah Hill. He has reported from more than 50 countries and written for National Geographic, GQ, Rolling Stone, Esquire, Vanity Fair, The Atlantic, and The New York Times Magazine. His work has been anthologized in The Best American Sportswriting, The Best American Science and Nature Writing, The Best American Travel Writing, and The Best American Non-Required Reading. He lives with his family in northern Utah and southern France. Check out his books here. |
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 | Best WWII Novels 2023 Outside of the Regency, perhaps no other era in world history has a stronger pull in fiction than World War II. These are our favorite WWII-era novels so far in 2023. Check them out here |
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| A great book should leave you with many experiences, and slightly exhausted at the end. You live several lives while reading.-William Styron
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