Combined Print & E-Book Nonfiction
Data from The New York Times · Updated weekly · Week of Aug 8
The New York Times Combined Print & E-Book Nonfiction bestseller list, week of August 8, 2026.
“Two White House correspondents for The New York Times delve into the first year of President Trump's second term.”
“Burden retraces her marriage of 20 years in search of clues to help shape her understanding about its demise and to find a way forward.”
“The author of “Nuclear War” describes potential outcomes of biological warfare, including mass death and societal breakdown.”
“An independent journalist and filmmaker profiles an array of Americans to demonstrate our complexities.”
“The author of “Say Nothing” details the efforts by the parents of a 19-year-old Londoner to uncover the truth about his mysterious death and secret life.”
“A founding member of the English band Tears for Fears shares some of his experiences and his fascination with astrology.”
“How trauma affects the body and mind, and innovative treatments for recovery.”
“The author of “The Food of a Younger Land” describes several ways in which a valuable substance has impacted civilization.”
“Hackney recounts moving away from her Pentecostal upbringing in the Appalachian Mountains to attend Harvard.”
“The vice president and author of “Hillbilly Elegy” describes how he perceives his faith played a part in his work in public life.”
“The late feminist icon explores the causes of a polarized society and the meaning of love.”
“The comedian recounts growing up biracial in apartheid South Africa.”
“The daughter of survivalists, who is kept out of school, educates herself enough to leave home for university.”