
This is the Top Ten List of Hardcover Nonfiction Books in the May 1st, 2009 edition of the New York Times. This week’s list features 1 new book in the list.
1 Liberty and Tyranny: A Conservative Manifesto, by Mark R. Levin. A conservative manifesto from a talk-show host and president of Landmark Legal Foundation.
2 OUTLIERS: The Story of Success, by Malcolm Gladwell. Why some people succeed — it has to do with luck and opportunities as well as talent — from the author of “Blink” and “The Tipping Point.”
3 Columbine, by Dave Cullen. A full account of the Columbine massacre 10 years later explores the killers’ psychology and debunks myths; by a journalist who covered the story from the beginning.
4 Always Looking Up: The Adventures of an Incurable Optimist, by Michael J. Fox. Fox’s last 10 years, since he retired from “Spin City;” his struggles with Parkinson’s disease and his work as an activist through his foundation.
5 The Girls from Ames: A Story of Women and Friendship
, by Jeffrey Zaslow. An enduring friendship among a group of Midwestern women.
6 Mommywood, by Tori Spelling with Hilary Liftin. Humorous stories about Hollywood motherhood.
7 House of Cards: A Tale of Hubris and Wretched Excess on Wall Street, by William D. Cohan. The fall of Bear Stearns and the beginning of the Wall Street collapse.
8 A BOLD FRESH PIECE OF HUMANITY, by Bill O’Reilly. The Fox News commentator on his upbringing and career.
9 The Yankee Years, by Joe Torre and Tom Verducci. The former Yankee manager (1996-2007) on his years with the team.
10 Are You There, Vodka? It’s Me, Chelsea
, by Chelsea Handler. Humorous personal essays from the stand-up comedian.
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