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More Selected Non-Fiction & Memoir Books About New Mexico
 | "A River Runs Through Us: True Tales of The Rio Abajo" [2015] Edited by Richard Melzer & John Taylor Rio Grande Books 9x6 pb [4/2015] for $21.95 | |
 | "100 Things To Do In Albuquerque Before You Die" [2015] by Ashley M. Biggers Reedy Press 2nd edition 8½x5½ pb [6/2018] for $16.00 Kindle Edition from Reedy Press [7/2015] out of print/used Reedy Press 8½x5½ pb [5/2015] for $13.87 author's official website | |
 | "Billy The Kid Meets His Ghost" [2015] by New Mexico historian Ray John de Aragón 76-page Event Horizon Press 11x8½ pb [8/2015] for $19.95 | |
 | "Ladies of The Canyons: A League of Extraordinary Women and Their Adventures In The American Southwest" [2015] by Lesley Poling-Kempes Featured Arizona & New Mexico women include Mary Austin, Willa Cather, Natalie Curtis, Alice Corbin Henderson, Alice Klauber, Mabel Dodge Luhan, Carol Stanley, Louisa Wade Wetherill, and Mary Cabot Wheelwright Kindle Edition from Univ Arizona Press [9/2015] for $13.99 Univ Arizona Press 9x6 pb [9/2015] for $19.43 | |
 | "The Spirit of Flamenco: From Spain to New Mexico" [2015] by Nicolasa Chávez • book is 'opulently illustrated' author is a curator at the Museum of International Folk Art in Santa Fe, New Mexico Museum of New Mexico Press 11¾x9¼ hardcover [10/2015] for $35.95 | |
 | "Underground and Radioactive: Adventures of A Uranium Miner In 1970s New Mexico" [2017] by R.D. Saunders Kindle Edition from McFarland [5/2017] for $9.99 McFarland 9x6 pb [5/2017] for $29.95 | |
 | "Albuquerque Beer: Duke City History On Tap" [2017] by Chris Jackson Kindle Edition from The History Press [6/2017] for $12.99 The History Press 9x6 pb [6/2017] for $20.12 History Press Library Editions 9x6 hardcover [6/2017] for $30.56 more about Albuquerque beer on the G.E. Nordell's New Mexico Beer Industry Links Page | |
 | "Wicked Albuquerque" [2017] by Cody Polston includes chapters on notorious New Mexicans lawman Elfego Baca, brothel owner Lizzy McGrath, spies Julius & Ethel Rosenberg, and town marshal Milt Yarberry Kindle Edition from The History Press [10/2017] for $12.99 The History Press 9x6 pb [10/2017] for $16.69 The History Press 9x6 hardcover [10/2017] for $28.99 watch official video promo [1:13] online at YouTube | |
 | "Albuquerque Museum Photo Archives Collection: Images In Silver" [2017] Compiled by art historian and photo archivist Glenn Fye features 180 images drawn from six collections in the museum’s archive of more than 130,000 historic photographs Museum of New Mexico Press 9¾x7 hardcover [11/2017] for $29.93 | |
 | "River of Lost Souls: The Science, Politics, and Greed Behind The Gold King Mine Disaster" [2018] by {environmental journalist} Jonathan P. Thompson
Kindle Edition from Torrey House Press [3/2018] for $9.99 Torrey House Press 7¾x5 pb [3/2018] for $12.76 | |
 | "Historic Movie Theatres of New Mexico" [2018] by Jeff Berg Kindle Edition from The History Press [7/2018] for $14.99 The History Press 9x6 pb [7/2018] for $23.99 | |
 | "The Plaza Vieja and Colonial Church of Nuestra Señora de Belén, New Mexico" [2018] by Samuel E. Sisneros CreateSpace 11x8½ pb [5/2018] for $18.39 | |
 | "I'm Not Missing: A Novel" [2018] by Carrie Fountain A Las Cruces teenager barely coping with high school is blindsided when her high-achiever best friend suddenly disappears . . . Kindle Edition from Flatiron Books/Macmillan [7/2018] for $9.99 Flatiron Books 8½x5½ hardcover [7/2018] for $14.52 | |
 | "Haunted Santa Fe (New Mexico)" [2018] by Ray John de Aragón Kindle Edition from The History Press [9/2018] for $13.54 The History Press 9x6 pb [9/2018] for $14.25 The History Press 9x6 hardcover [9/2018] for $26.85 | |
 | "New Mexico In The Mexican American War" [2019] by Ray John de Aragón, Forewords by Jerry Apodaca & Clara Apodaca Kindle Edition from The History Press [4/2019] for $12.99 The History Press 9x6 pb [4/2019] for $15.22 | |
 | "Abandoned New Mexico: Enigmas and Endings" [2019] by Susan Tatterson The remains of progress in 'The Land of Enchantment' include railroad infrastructure and farming towns and military sites that have remained silent for decades . . . America Through Time 9¼x6½ pb [12/2019] for $23.03 | |
 | "Abandoned New Mexico: Ghost Towns, Endangered Architecture, and Hidden History" [2020] by John M. Mulhouse Author spent almost a decade documenting the forgotten corners of 'The Land of Enchantment' through his popular 'City of Dust' project America Through Time 9¼x6½ pb [8/2020] for $23.99 | |
 | "Duende de Burque (Goblin of Burque): Alburquerque Poems and Musings" [2021] by Manuel González 20 poems & essays in 80 pages by grand slam poet Manuel González, 'a love letter to Alburquerque and its surroundings - the Sandia Mountains, the Rio Grande Bosque - and all the people whose spirits fill these spaces' Kindle Edition from Univ New Mexico Press [1/2021] for $9.99 Univ New Mexico Press 9¾x7 pb [2/2021] for $18.95 | |
 | "City At The Crossroads: The Pandemic, Protests, and Public Service In Albuquerque" [2022] by journalist Joline Gutierrez Krueger, Introduction by Mayor Tim Keller, Foreword by {wife} Elizabeth Kistin Keller The city's Office of Inspector General considers this book to be a misuse of taxpayer funds: the book cost $97,000 to write, edit & publish 598 copies which sold only 91 copies {sic} (as-of 11/2023) Kindle Edition from City of Albuquerque Foundation [11/2022] for $11.49 City of Albuquerque Foundation 9x6 pb [10/2022] for $19.99 | |
 | "Nuclear Nuevo México: Colonialism and The Effects of The Nuclear Industrial Complex On Nuevomexicanos" [2022] by Myrriah Gómez shows how the tradition of colonialism affected events in Los Alamos during WWII and continue today Kindle Edition from Univ Arizona Press [11/2022] for $16.50 Univ Arizona Press 9x6 pb [11/2022] for $30.00 Univ Arizona Press 9x6 hardcover [11/2022] for $100.00 {sic} | |
 | "One Albuquerque, One Hundred Poets: Poets In The Libraries Anthology" [2022] Edited by Mary Oishi Works that explore nature, grief, love, and healing in New Mexico and Albuquerque Albuquerque Public Library Foundation 9x6 pb [11/2022] for $13.95 | |
 | "New Mexico Fiestas: A History of Music, Dance & Fandango" [2023]  by Ray John de Aragón, Foreword by Matt Martinez author issues an invitation to the profound traditions and captivating performances that accompany New Mexico's fiestas, a backdrop of centuries of celebration, from the venerable Fiestas de Santa Fe to the world famous Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta The History Press 9x6 pb [7/2023] for $21.46 |
Books About New Mexico Cuisine
 | "Twelve Gifts: Recipes From A Southwest Kitchen" [1991] by Adela Amador Adela Amador [1922-2012] self-published the "Twelve Gifts" recipe book in 1991 and the sequel "More Gifts" in 1992; although New Mexico Magazine never reviewed the two books, they asked Adela to write a monthly cooking/food column, which she did from 1993 to 2006. Amador Publng 8¾x5¾ pb [12/91] out of print/used "More Gifts: With Variations" [1992] by Adela Amador Amador Publng pb [6/92] out of print/used | |
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"Heat Wave!: Best of Chile Pepper Magazine - 200 Great Recipes From Hot & Spicy World Cuisines" [1995] Edited by Dave DeWitt & Nancy Gerlach 200 recipes ranging in intensity from subtly piquant to scorching, including traditional dishes, classics, and original creations from the magazine's contributors; sidebars, quotes, notes, or anecdotes highlight each page, providing readers with fascinating trivia and facts. Crossing Press 9x8¼ pb [12/95] for $19.52 | |
 | "Southwest Flavor: Adela Amador's Tales From The Kitchen" [2000]
Adela Amador [1922-2012] wrote a popular cooking column in New Mexico Magazine from 1993 to 2006; book includes many anecdotes and over 80 recipes. Museum of New Mexico Press 9x6 spiral-bound [8/2014] for $11.86 New Mexico Magazine 9x6 spiral-bound [12/2000] out of print/40+ used | |
 | "Red or Green: New Mexico Cuisine" [Clear Light Publng 2007] by Clyde Casey — winner of the 2008 New Mexico Book Award for Best Cookbook Kindle Edition from Univ New Mexico Press [11/2013] for $9.99 Univ New Mexico Press 9x6 pb [11/2013] for $13.00 | |
 | "New Mexico Cuisine: Recipes from the Land of Enchantment [2009] by Clyde Casey — winner of the 2010 New Mexico Book Award for Best Cookbook Kindle Edition from Univ New Mexico Press [11/2013] for $9.99 Univ New Mexico Press 9x6 pb [11/2013] for $12.83 Clear Light Publng 9x6¾ pb [11/2009] out of print/used | |
 | "The Southwest Table: Traditional Cuisine From Texas, New Mexico, and Arizona" [2011] by food historian Dave DeWitt
Lyons Press 9½x7¾ hardcover [5/2011] for $22.76 | |
 | "New Mexico Wine: An Enchanting History" [2013] by Donna Blake Birchell, Foreword by Gordon White Kindle Edition from The History Press [3/2013] for $9.99 The History Press 9x6 pb [3/2013] for $15.57 | |
 | "New Mexico Beer: A History of Brewing In The Land of Enchantment" [2014] by Jon C. Stott The History Press 9x6 pb [4/2014] for $15.72 more info on G.E. Nordell's New Mexico Beer Industry Links Page | |
 | "Rancho de Chimayó Cookbook: The Traditional Cooking of New Mexico" [1991 & 2014] by Cheryl Jamison & Bill Jamison, Photographs by Sharon Stewart The highly acclaimed Rancho de Chimayó Restaurant has been serving traditional New Mexican cuisine in a beautiful traditional Spanish hacienda setting since 1965. The Jaramillo family published a modest paperback cookbook for their silver anniversary in 1991. Twenty-five years and 50,000 copies later comes this beautiful new edition, just in time for the 50th anniversary celebrations. All recipes are completely revised and updated, with more than twenty delectable new dishes added. Kindle Edition from Lyons Press [5/2014] for $17.99 Lyons Press 9¼x7½ pb [5/2014] for $21.12 Harvard Common Press 9½x7½ pb [10/91] out of print/used Harvard Common Press 9¾x7¾ hardcover [10/91] out of print/used | |
 | "The New Mexico Farm Table Cookbook: 100 Homegrown Recipes From The Land of Enchantment" [2015] by Sharon Niederman, Photographs by Kitty Leaken
Kindle Edition from Countryman Press [5/2015] for $9.99 Countryman Press 10x8 pb [5/2015] for $13.30 | |
 | "The New Mexico Magazine Centennial Cookbook: A Century of Flavors" [2023] Edited by Molly Boyle & Lynn Cline Fifty recipes from America's oldest state magazine showcase classics from the archives and groundbreaking creations of contemporary chefs; powered by local and seasonal ingredients, fascinating histories, and diverse influences, an essential collection of tasty traditions from every corner of the state New Mexico Magazine 8¾x6¾ spiral-bound pb [6/2023] for $18.59 | |
 | "The Big Book of Hatch Chile: 180 Great Recipes Featuring The World's Favorite Chile Pepper" [2023] by Kelley Cleary Coffeen 180 detailed but easy-to-use recipes for everything from chile-laced margaritas to several variations on the classic green chile cheeseburger – amazing new recipes and familiar Hatch chile favorites, including weeknight time-savers and Saturday-night showstoppers, everything from amazing appetizers to delicious desserts, soups and stews, Mexican classics, and more; author profiles family farms, restaurants, and everyone and everything that makes chile central to the identity of the Hatch Valley and New Mexico Kindle Edition from Univ New Mexico Press [11/2023] for $16.17 Univ New Mexico Press 9¾x8¼ pb [11/2023] for $25.28 |
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