5 Non-fiction books you must read before 2026 ends

As 2026 is about to come to a close, it is a good time to pick up books that challenge familiar ideas, uncover overlooked stories and offer a deeper understanding of the world around us. Nonfiction can do more than share facts; it can introduce readers to unfamiliar communities, examine the forces shaping society and encourage them to question what they have long taken for granted. From political and social realities to investigations into crime, history and the natural world, these five nonfict