five faculty recommend books to read this summer

Dear Reader: Here’s What Duke Faculty Are Reading This Summer

What’s on summer reading lists for Duke professors? As the campus quiets down and the days stretch longer, faculty are diving into books that inspire, challenge and entertain. Whether it’s exploring new ideas, escaping into gripping stories or coming back to classics with fresh eyes, these picks reveal a lot about what’s sparking curiosity and conversation behind the scenes at Duke. 

From sharp literary fiction to provocative nonfiction, here’s a glimpse at what some of Duke faculty are reading this summer. Grab your favorite chair, pour a cold drink and settle in for some seriously good reading recommendations.

And who knows? Maybe you’ll find something to add to your own TBR pile.