10 lifestyle books that you won’t want to put down

Comedian Ansari and sociologist Klinenberg team for a humorous look about why dating seems to be so much more difficult in the contemporary era. (June)

A seasoned reporter joins cattle-herding nomads in the intensely hot Mali grasslands as they cross the savannah. (August)

The socialite and fashion maven combines reflections on the evolution of her style with advice for the would-be fashionista — and, of course, there are photographs. (Out now)

A farmer and chef writes about the food of his beloved New England and presents recipes showcasing his take on the island's cuisine. (June)

Any recipe book can tell you how to cook; this one offers a much deeper look at the history and anthropology behind some of the world's most iconic cuisines. (Out now)

It's a new quest for the Golden Fleece. Kurson chronicles two archaeologists as they search for the mythologically-named pirate ship off the Dominican Republic coast. (June)

An American in (well, near) Paris explains the simple elegance of classic French cuisine, through anecdotes, lists of ingredients and equipment, and recipes. (June)

Beat the summer heat with recipes from one of Brooklyn's favorite ice cream retailers, known for unusual flavors and all-natural ingredients. (June)

Already a bestseller in the U.K., this book by a shepherd in England's Lake District celebrates the generations-old traditions of his family farm. (Out now)

L.A. author Smith puts on his reporter's hat and takes off everything else as he explores the history and sociology of nudism. (June)