Curated by Librarian Allyson Mower

America, América: A New History of the New World
By Greg Grandin

This newly released (and 25 hour-long audio book) is worth the read! I appreciated learning about the ideological and intellectual history of the continent and how disagreements around concepts such as the doctrine of conquest, land dispossession, liberty, and human rights still hold center stage today.

We are Green and Trembling
By Gabriela Cabezón Cámara

Asada: The Art of Mexican-Style Grilling
By Bricia Lopez

This fun, beautiful, new cookbook offers excellent recipes and enticing ideas for gatherings and get-togethers with family and friends. I highly recommend the Watermelon Agua Fresca recipe – even as we approach cooler temperatures.

Latinitas: Celebrating 40 Big Dreamers
By Juliet Menendez

Each page of this beautifully written and illustrated book conveys a short but impactful story of a Latina – from 17^th century writer philosopher Juana Ines to present-day astrophysicist Wanda Diaz-Merced. An enjoyable way to learn more about Hispanic heritage.

The Lowrider Studies Reader
Edited by Anthony J. Nocella

UROP Director Annie Isabel Fukushima brought my attention to the long-held artform of Lowriders so, of course, I had to find a book on the topic and, according to the publisher, here is the world’s first reader on Lowrider Studies edited by SLCC Professor Anthony Nocella. It’s an enlightening collection of essays resulting from the 1^st Annual International Lowrider Studies Conference.

Science in Latin America: A History
Edited by Juan José Saldaña; translated by Bernabé Madrigal

First published in Mexico City in 1996, this social history of science provides, for the first time, a thorough study of scientific practices within the continent, showing its distinct development. Translated to English and published in the United States in 2006, it’s a refreshing edited volume providing much needed perspective beyond Euro-American centrism.