Best Books of 2023 Released by University Presses

Each year, thousands of authors publish their scholarly contributions in new books, and it's almost impossible to keep up with which of these are the most accessible and rewarding to a general audience. We've put together a curated list of some of our favorite university press books this year that offer in-depth and expert takes on history, cultural studies and policy. Readers seeking a deeper understanding of subjects ranging from the history of Roe vs. Wade, to the 2020 summer uprisings in Portland, to the contributions of late singer-activist Sinead O'Connor, will love these rigorous and enriching reads.