A look at how countries go nuclear — and why some do not
Political scientist Vipin Narang’s new book, “Seeking the Bomb,” makes sense of the complex history of nuclear weapons programs.
Adding depth to the popular discussion of transgender rights
Professor Edward Schiappa’s new book carefully surveys recent public debates about a vital societal issue.
3 Questions: Can we fix our flawed software?
Professor Daniel Jackson explores conceptual clarity and a new theory of software design in his book “The Essence of Software.”
MIT Press announces Grant Program for Diverse Voices
New initiative extends the press’ commitment to publishing books by historically underrepresented authors through direct financial support.
Chronicles of the epic mission to deliver Covid vaccines to the world
“A Shot in the Arm,” a new book from Professor Yossi Sheffi, reveals lessons about overcoming global threats.
Ingenuity, design, and human spirit
A new book from the MIT Future Heritage Lab goes inside a Syrian refugee camp to uncover the creative lives of its inhabitants.
Punishment for the people
Professor Lily Tsai’s new book explains how “retributive justice,” the high-profile sanctioning of some in society, helps authoritarians solidify public support.
Shaping the future of work
How an online MIT course and subsequent book influenced learners studying rapid changes in the workplace.
The MIT Press Bookstore reopens in a new location in Kendall Square
Part of the reimagined MIT Kendall Gateway, the bookstore will sell a curated selection of publications by the MIT Press and other publishers.
3 Questions: Jean-Jacques Degroof SM ’93, PhD ’02 on how MIT became an entrepreneurial powerhouse
The Institute wasn’t always prolific in entrepreneurship, according to the venture investor.
Encouraging children’s wonder with “Ada and the Galaxies”
MIT’s Alan Lightman co-authors the first title from MIT Kids Press, a new imprint from the MIT Press and Candlewick Press.
A serious plea for playful design
In their new book, “Urban Play,” MIT researchers advance the idea of using technology to make urban life creative and unpredictable.
3 Questions: Richard Milner on the messier side of physics
Physics professor's new book looks at the international collaboration behind HERMES, an experiment studying the spin structure of matter.
Summer 2021 recommended reading from MIT
Enjoy these recent titles from Institute faculty and staff.
One nation under contract
MIT historian Caley Horan’s new book chronicles the development of the insurance business into a U.S. behemoth.