by Ron Chernow (2017)
Grant is a 2017 biography of Ulysses S. Grant, the 18th President of the United States, written by American historian and biographer Ron Chernow. Grant, a Union general during the Civil War, served two terms as president, from 1869 to 1877. Chernow asserts that both Grant's command of the Overland campaign and his presidency have been seen in an undeservedly negative light.
Walter Isaacson
Chronicles the founding father's life and his multiple careers as a shopkeeper, writer, inventor, media baron, scientist, diplomat, business strategist, and political leader, while showing how his faith in the wisdom of the common citizen helped forge an American national identity based on the virtues of its middle class.
Ta-Nehisi Coates
Captain America 2 is a celebrated work by Ta-Nehisi Coates (National Book Award Winner, MacArthur Fellow), recognized for masterclass storytelling and lasting literary resonance.
Annie Ernaux
L' occupation is a celebrated work by Annie Ernaux (Nobel Laureate), recognized for masterclass storytelling and lasting literary resonance.
Doris Kearns Goodwin
The Great God Pan is a celebrated work by Doris Kearns Goodwin (Pulitzer Prize Winner), recognized for masterclass storytelling and lasting literary resonance.