From The Atlantic.

Warm weather and long days stoke the desire to let time and obligations fall away, and to give yourself over to an absorbing novel, history, or memoir. This year, The Atlantic’s editors and writers have selected books to suit every mood or fancy—including books in which you can learn something completely new.

Read the full list, and explore more of The Atlantic’s recommendations for summer reads, at the link in our bio.

Illustration: @andyrementer

https://www.theatlantic.com/books/archive/2025/05/summer-reading-2025/682549/

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