Fiction
The Collected Stories of Lydia Davis ($30 hardcover)* staff favorite
Virtuoso storyteller Davis gets the star treatment she deserves in this beautiful collection, with a cover that evokes classic 1960s design.
Let the Great World Spin by Colum McCann ($18.75 hardcover / $15 paperback)
The 2009 National Book Award winner for Fiction, set in 1970s New York, is now available in paperback; we also have the lovely hardcover edition available for 25% off the list price of $25.
Asterios Polyp by David Mazzucchelli($29.95 hardcover)
This epic story of one man's search for love, meaning, sanity, and perfect architectural proportions has been hailed by many as the graphic novel of the year.
The Original of Laura by Vladimir Nabokov
($35 hardcover)
*staff favorite
Nabokov's last novel was a draft in progress at the time of his passing. This book contains facsmile reproductions of his original handwritten manuscript and is a gorgeously designed item to be coveted; it's almost more 'object' than 'book'.
Nonfiction
Eating Animals by Jonathan Safran Foer (hardcover $29.99)Brooklyn local Foer brings his thoughtful lyricism and unique insights to bear on the thorny issues of vegetarianism and industrial farming.
Born to Run: A Hidden Tribe, Superathletes, and the Greatest Race the World Has Never Seen by Christopher Mcdougall (hardcover $24.95)
* Rebecca favorite
Narrative non-fiction at its best; this book takes you into the obscure world of ultramarathoners, and explores the elusive tribe of Terahumara Indians, who are the world's greatest distance runners. It is a 'trust me on this' kind of book - amazingly engaging.
Stitches by David Small (hardcover $24.95)* Jessica favorite
Small's graphic novel memoir rivals Fun Home in its dark and moving portrayal of a family and an artist's coming of age; he's a children's book illustrator too, but here his art is both poignant and terrifying.
Changing My Mind by Zadie Smith (hardcover $26.95)
* staff favorite
Smith's fierce intelligence and subtle, hilarious wit are on display in these essays, on topics from Middlemarch to feminism to the Obamas.
Gift Books
Who Shot Rock and Roll: A Photographic History, 1955-Present by Gail Buckland (hardcover $40)
* Jessica favorite
A companion to the stunning exhibit now up at the Brooklyn Museum, this exciting collection of rock and roll photographs by noted photographers is a perfect choice for music fans.
The City Out My Window: 63 Views on New York by Matteo Pericoli (hardcover $21.99)The artist behind Manhattan Unfurled reveals the city in a series of charming sketches of views from apartment windows, with companion essays by the windowgazers both famous and obscure.
The Golden Age of Handbuilt Bicycles:
Craftsmanship, Elegance, and Function by Jean-Pierre Praderes (hardcover $50)
* Rebecca favorite
In high quality illustrations and photographs, this book illustrates the pure beauty of bicycle design. It is partly an art book and partly a history of bicycle design, and it would grace any coffee table it was lucky enough to land on.
Posing Beauty: African American Images from the 1890s to the Present by Deborah Willis (hardcover $49.95)Tied to an exhibit that was up at NYU, Willis has curated over a hundred years of photographs highlighting African American beauty, creating a gorgeous and long overdue retrospective. A truly stunning book.
Cookbooks
Momofuku by David Chang and Peter Meehan (hardcover $40)Containing both the story and the recipes behind Chang's legendary NYC restaurants (Momofuku Noodle Bar, Ssäm Bar, Ko, and Milk Ba), this cookbook has been the hot item of the season!
The Lee Bros. Simple Fresh Southern: Knockout Dishes with Down-Home Flavor by Matt and Ted Lee (hardcover $35)
The South Carolina-bred Lee Bros. are now part-time Brooklyn locals, and their new cookbook is a delicious taste of the South with an eye toward simplicity and healthy, creative variations.
Larousse Gastronomique: The World's Greatest Culinary Encyclopedia, Completely Revised and Updated by Librairie Larousse (hardcover $90)
This is the blowout gift for foodies: a completely revised and updated edition with full color photographs of the work that has been the go-to cooking resource since 1938, which Julia Child named as the book she would choose if she could only have one in her kitchen.
I Know How to Cook by Ginette Mathiot (hardcover $45)First published in 1932, this is the gorgeously packaged classic cookbook used by French home cooks. Newly translated into English for the first time, it's a clear, practical, comprehensive introduction to French cuisine.
Children's Books
The Silver Spoon for Children by the Editors of Phaidon Press (hardcover $19.95)
The bestselling cookbook in Italy now comes in a version just for kids, who can learn how to make everything from Pizza Margherita to Forest Ice Cream.
Kids Go! by They Might Be Giants (hardcover $19.99)Fun for the kids, nostalgia for parents, New York's own quirky rock duo created this irresistible sing-along book (which includes a DVD music video) that's guaranteed to get kids dancing.
Library Lion by Michelle Knudsen (hardcover $16.99, paperback $6.99)
Holding a special place in our hearts, Michelle read for our very first Story Time, and her story of a lion, a librarian, and when it's okay to break the rules remains a beloved favorite.
The Little Prince Pop-Up by Antoine de Saint-Exupery (pop up $35)This new version of the beloved classic contains both the complete text of the original book, plus ingenious, interactive pop-ups that make it a beautiful gift.
As always, you can order any of these books by sending us an email at info@greenlightbookstore.com, calling (718) 246-0200, or stopping by the store.
Happy Reading and Happy Gifting!
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