New books from the viewpoint of Maine’s Native peoples are out this year, and librarians are putting a focus on the subject area, including compiling reading lists.
Books
Best-Sellers: ‘The Nameless Ones,’ ‘Downeast’
The current top 10 best-selling fiction and nonfiction books in hardcover and paperback at Longfellow Books in Portland.
Though the planet’s future seems bleak, Jane Goodall still has hope
The conservationist on the hope that guides her – and why it’s not the same as optimism.
Bedside Table: Sister power powers these novels
“As one of three sisters myself (the eldest!), a novel featuring a similar trio will always grab my attention. Two novels I’ve read this past year feature this theme and I loved them both. For an added bonus (in my opinion), both rotate among the three sisters throughout the novels so you can enjoy their […]
Chris Newell pens children’s book about the ‘Plimoth Thanksgiving,’ from the Native perspective
The former Abbe Museum director dispels myths and adds context about the encounter.
Maine Gardener: In ‘Plants Go to War,’ readers can observe history through an unusual lens
Ethnobotanist Judith Sumner has written a surprising, plants’-eye view of World War II, chock full of fascinating facts.
‘Up for Grabs’ chronicles the complicated history of Maine’s Public Reserved Lands
The book, written by former Maine Audubon director Thomas Urquhart, is comprehensive and lively.
Best-Sellers: ‘Crossroads,’ ‘Taste’
The current best-selling fiction and nonfiction books in hardcover and paperback at Nonesuch Books & More in South Portland.
What do we owe animals?
A spate of new books reevaluate our relationship to the natural world.
Book review: Lucy Barton returns in Elizabeth Strout’s latest novel
In ‘Oh William!,’ Lucy and her ex-husband travel to Maine together and uncover a family secret that changes everything.
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