Non-fiction
The books here are listed alphabetically by title.
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What does it mean to live alone, isolated from society and community - and can it be achieved in our modern age?
A beautifully told memoir on what it is like to be an immigrant in Britain and become one of our most loved and respected journalists.
A beautiful, inspiring and thoughtful book about housing and what it means to be at home.
A short diary of the early days of lockdown for playwright Alan Bennett. Wonderful!
The author, a radio talk show host, encourages us all to explore what to do when our opinion might be wrong.
An uplifting and stimulating essay delving into the power of stories urging us all to nurture democracy, tolerance and progress.
A fascinating presentation of what the events and movements of this decade really meant to women's lives at the time.
Throughout history we've been taught that humans are inherently selfish and motivated by self-interest. But is it really the case?
One of the much-loved voices of the food scene in Britain today, this is Grace Dent's story of growing up with a hunger for life.
Why is everyone so rude? And what does this mean for our society, and for our future?
An interesting and thought-provoking read, subtitled 'Life in the post-human landscape'.
The third in the series following the curative powers of the long walk immersed in nature. This time on a Scottish path.
A compelling and convincing argument about how we should revisit our attitude towards acquiring 'things' and following fast fashion.
The life of a teacher presented as a perfect mix of humour, poigancy, angst, frustration and inspiration. Had me laughing out loud!
After her mum died, broadcaster and writer Emma Kennedy struggled to know how to grieve and how to remember their relationship, until she was given dozens of old letters.
In a series of letters, Edmund de Waal relates how he explores the lavish rooms of a grand house and investigates archives to uncover layers of an intriguing and haunting family story.
This beautifully presented book is full of fascinating information about books, writing, life, and gardening.
A diary of nursing on a Covid ward. It is a description of selfless, tireless, dedicated caring and it's inspiring, encouraging and uplifting.
Amusing and poignant, this is a memoir of a young boy growing up when life is dominated by Britain's first female prime minister.
A warm, engaging and 'down-to-earth' account of ambition and success. Beautifully written. Loved it.
A profoundly moving and important record of how the much-loved writer Michael Rosen battled covid, told through prose poems and letters.
An extraordinary story of a couple's survival when their boat capsizes in the middle of the ocean. A beautiful book!
A moving, engrossing memoir where the author explores her conflicting responses to her upbringing in Scotland.
A brilliantly compelling account of finding a passion for working at sea as one of the industry's few female fishermen.
The calming voice of Monty Don speaks to us through the pages of this new book with details about the wildlife he enjoys as well as the plants in his garden, through the seasons in this particularly challenging year.
A wonderful account of the meaning of the houses, and homes, to this much-loved author.
This is such a difficult read which cannot but leave the reader moved and altered.