September books of the month

22 Sep 2015

Whether you’re a history buff, a sports fanatic or a budding master chef, there’s a book for you in our round-up of some of the latest releases here.

The Tooheys Cooking Handbook, RRP $31, Published by Penguin Random House

Looking for easy, unpretentious food that you can have a go at cooking in the kitchen? The Tooheys brothers have put together this recipe book filled with delicious uncomplicated meals, whether you’re creating a mid-week meal or a barbecue feast. Recipes include chorizo quesadillas, sticky barbecued ribs, crackling pork belly and a no-bake cheesecake.

Heroes of the Skies by Michael Veitch, RRP $34.99, Published by Penguin Random House

Written by author and historian Michael Veitch, who specialises in recording wartime stories, this fascinating book is filled with the true stories of WWII pilots.

For example, there’s the tale of Stan Pascoe, who jumped out of his burning Lancaster and parachuted into even more danger after he was taken prisoner by the Germans for the duration of the war. And there’s Cy Burcher, who bombed a German U-boat, killing its entire crew, then received a letter years later from the daughter of the U-boat captain. An inspiring and thrilling read.

Retro Paris by Gary Chapman, RRP $45, published by New Holland Publishers

The City of Lights has inspired romance and nostalgia for years, which is showcased in this beautiful collection of historical images from the vast archive at the Mary Evans Picture Library.  This hardcover coffee table book depicts the development of Paris from the late 19th through to the 20th century, showcasing the elegance of its architecture and the style of its people. 

Those summers of cricket: Richie Benaud - 1930-2015, by Paul Connolly, RRP $45, published by Hardie Grant

One of Australia’s legendary cricket identities, this biography details his life from his youth in Jugging and western Sydney to his selection into the Australian cricket team and the work he did behind the scenes of World Series Cricket. It also features tributes from Greg Chappell, Ian Chappell, John Benaud and many others.

Rain Music, by Di Morrissey, RRP $24.50, published by Pan Macmillan

In this latest book from one of Australia’s most prolific writers, Di Morrissey tells the tale of brother and sister Ned and Bella Chisholm, who struggle with a family tragedy, leading to their separation. One day, Ned disappears from Far North Queensland and Bella makes it her mission to track him down.