UMN Liberal Arts Book Recommendations & Book Mentions
This list consists of recommendations or mentions of books spotted in media, social media accounts, podcasts or other public websites.
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The Henna Artist
Alka JoshiUMN Liberal ArtsUntil May 13th, the #UMNCLA Alumni Online Book Club discussion centers on The Henna Artist by Alka Joshi. All you have to do is join (at any time), get your own copy of the book, and explore themes of self-discovery and the need for familial love. https://cla.umn.edu/alumni-friends/connect-network/college-liberal-arts-online-book-club https://t.co/FbCciJAfyq
Paperback, Large Print, 2021
$18.99$9.49 + Free shipping50% off your first book
What Do You Want Out of Life?: A Philosophical Guide to Figuring Out What Matters
Valerie TiberiusUMN Liberal ArtsWhat does happiness look like? Hear from @PhilosophyUMN Professor Valerie Tiberius as she explains the objectives of her new course "What do you want out of life, and what should you?" Learn more about the unique, hands-on happiness class: https://t.co/vQNrZV4WKd https://t.co/EwJHtRq0oI
Hardcover, 2023
$27.95$13.98 + Free shipping50% off your first book
The Leavers
Lisa KoUMN Liberal ArtsAttention #UMNCLA Alumni Book Club members! Lisa Ko, author of The Leavers, will host an exclusive live-streamed webinar about her book and writing process, 1-2 PM (CT), September 30. Not a member yet? You can join at any time. Register now at https://alumlc.org/authorseries/9224/g/458 https://t.co/JvhKxlYali
Paperback, 2018
$18.99$9.49 + Free shipping50% off your first book
On a Night of a Thousand Stars
Andrea Yaryura ClarkUMN Liberal ArtsFrom March 17 to May 19, the CLA Alumni Online Book Club selection is Andrea Yaryura Clark's debut On a Night of a Thousand Stars. We invite you to join, read, and discuss this moving story of love and resilience with us! Learn more here: https://t.co/pqCr6QhpjU https://t.co/9TkmgKc5i0
Paperback, 2023
$17.99$8.99 + Free shipping50% off your first book
Brotherless Night
V. V. GaneshananthanUMN Liberal ArtsAssociate Professor V.V. Ganeshananthan of @UMNEnglish speaks about her new novel Brotherless Night, a project whose two decades of research and revision led to its selection as a New York Times’ Editor’s Choice. https://t.co/8EXQqVnfFb https://t.co/AFJzKlrz6s
Paperback, 2024
$18.00$9.00 + Free shipping50% off your first book
Horse
Geraldine BrooksUMN Liberal ArtsJoin the Club! From January 6 through March 10, the CLA Alumni Online Book Club selection is Pulitzer Prize winner Geraldine Brooks’ latest release Horse. Join for free, read, and discuss with fellow alumni and friends. https://t.co/digeq5G7e6 https://t.co/ufaLpBGqDA
Paperback, 2024
$19.00$9.50 + Free shipping50% off your first book
Braiding Sweetgrass: Indigenous Wisdom, Scientific Knowledge and the Teachings of Plants
Robin Wall KimmererUMN Liberal ArtsThe CLA Alumni Online Book Club discussion around Braiding Sweetgrass by Robin Wall Kimmerer welcomes new members! We’re discussing the book until July 22. Order your copy now at a 20% discount from our independent @uofmnbookstores https://t.co/AL3ZjvKbqP
Paperback, 2015
$20.00$10.00 + Free shipping50% off your first book