Here are some of the most anticipated non-fiction books released in November 2024 in the U.S

The Impossible Man: Roger Penrose and the Cost of Genius by Patchen Barss

This biography delves into the life and work of the groundbreaking physicist Roger Penrose, known for his contributions to general relativity and black hole theory​

Ingenious: A Biography of Benjamin Franklin, Scientist by Richard Munson

A fresh exploration of Franklin's scientific and inventive achievements, from electricity to practical inventions that impacted everyday life​

We Will Rest!: The Art of Escape by Tricia Hersey and George McCalman

This book combines art and activism, focusing on the importance of rest and self-care, inspired by Hersey's Rest as Resistance movement​

Washita Love Child: The Rise of Indigenous Rock Star Jesse Ed by Douglas K. Miller

A powerful narrative of a fictional Indigenous rock star that reflects on culture, fame, and identity​

Vanishing Treasures: A Bestiary of Extraordinary Endangered Species by Katherine Rundell

This work combines art and ecology, highlighting endangered animals through both scientific details and storytelling​

America Under the Hammer by Ellen Hartigan-O'Connor

A historical account of how the auction process helped shape American consumer culture, examining the social and economic impacts​

The Ultimate Hidden Truth of the World: Essays by David Graeber

A posthumous collection of essays from the renowned anthropologist and activist, exploring various aspects of society and power structures​

The Name of This Band Is R.E.M.: A Biography by Peter Ames Carlin

This book covers the influential journey of the band R.E.M., detailing their rise in the music scene and their cultural impact through the decades.