The 10 Best Nonfiction Books of 2024

The best nonfiction books of the year tackle undeniably difficult topics. Many are personal stories about surviving the unthinkable. Salman Rushdie describes the violent attack that nearly killed him. Zara Chowdhary captures the fear of living amid sectarian violence in India. And Alexandra Fuller reflects on the sudden passing of her 21-year-old son. Through the honesty of these authors and more, heartbreak and loss are broken down to their essential, universal parts. In sharing these histories, they remind us that there is no grief without love.

Here, the top 10 nonfiction books of 2024.