Two new books delve into our primal desire to feel valued and worthy of attention. By Jennifer Szalai In “The Oak and the Larch,” Sophie Pinkham examines a vast history and culture through the ...
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In his newest book, the acclaimed author of “Lincoln in the Bardo” follows KJ Boone, a powerful oil executive as he dies from cancer, passing from this life into the next. Boone has no regrets for how ...
November 24, 2025 • Our annual reading guide returns with 380+ new titles handpicked by NPR staff and trusted critics. Find 13 years of recommendations all in one place — that's more than 4,000 great ...
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