Albany, New York – A local library in Albany has highlighted a new selection of favorite books for 2025. The list features a mix of works from different authors and periods. The featured titles are:

• The Dark Renaissance: The Dangerous Times and Fatal Genius of Shakespeare's Greatest Rival by Stephen Greenblatt

• Père Goriot by Honoré de Balzac

• How to be Both by Ali Smith

• Go Tell It on the Mountain by James Baldwin

• Miss May Does Not Exist: The Life and Work of Elaine May, Hollywood's Hidden Genius by Carrie Courogen

The list includes classic and contemporary works, showcasing a range of literature from historical studies to modern fiction. Local readers have the opportunity to explore these new picks at the Albany library.

Source: Albany NY Library

Source Type: Library

Source Location: Albany

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