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Fall into Reading: October’s New Books at the Graham Library

Published on October 8, 2026

By the John W. Graham Library and Trinity College Archives

October arrives alongside crisp autumn air, turning leaves, and the cozy rhythm of the fall term at Trinity College. As campus settles into the new season, this month’s acquisitions invite you to curl up, explore new perspectives, and uncover your next favourite read.

These titles delve into the ideas that challenge us, the histories that shape us, and the stories that carry us through moments of seasonal change and reflection. Whether you are searching for inspiration for your studies or a captivating escape for a chilly evening, you can find these books on display at the New Books cart near the library entrance before they move to the Stacks or the Popular Reading Room downstairs.

All items are also available to browse and request online through our library catalogue.

Our Spotlight Picks

The Secret History, by Donna Tartt
(Popular Reading: PS3570 .A657 S4 2004)

A dark and atmospheric psychological thriller following a closely knit group of classic scholars at a Vermont college whose obsessive study of ancient Greek culture leads to moral corruption and betrayal. Blending literary elegance with suspense, it offers a haunting examination of privilege, obsession, and the consequences of elite isolation.

I Want to Die But I Still Want to Eat Tteokbokki: Further Conversations with My Psychiatrist, by Baek Sehee
(Popular Reading: RC537 .B3213 2024)

Continuing the introspective dialogue of her original memoir, this honest account documents the author’s ongoing therapy sessions addressing persistent depression, self-doubt, and everyday life. Following the author’s tragic passing in late 2025 at age 35, her candid writings stand as a poignant testament to normalizing conversations around mental health. Through raw, vulnerable prose, it offers a deeply relatable, empathetic reflection on mental illness, self-acceptance, and finding solace in small pleasures

Plant Teachings from My Auntie: Gathering Coast Salish Plants for Medicine, Textiles, Nourishment, and Ceremony, by Geraldine Manson
(Stacks: E99 .S21 M36 2026)

This respectful and practical guide explores Coast Salish plant traditions, highlighting traditional knowledge around harvesting for holistic wellness, cultural practices, and community resilience. Grounded in Indigenous oral storytelling, it provides an inviting entry point into traditional ecological knowledge and stewardship.

Profiling: How Predictive Algorithms Shape Identity and the Social Fabric, by Philippe Huneman
(Stacks: HM853 .H86 2026)

This incisive investigation examines the pervasive impact of predictive algorithms on contemporary life, showing how automated sorting influences identity, behavior, and social structures. Blending philosophical inquiry with technological criticism, it critically assesses how digital data reframes human agency in the modern era.

Indigenous Policies in Canada: Contradictions, Failures, and Challenges, by Thierry Rodon
(Stacks: E92 .R65 2026)

This analytical overview critically evaluates historical and contemporary Canadian policy affecting Indigenous communities, shedding light on systemic shortcomings, administrative barriers, and legal paradoxes. It directly examines persistent structural failures, including the historical lack of active language promotion and complex bureaucracy surrounding federal funding that hampers revitalization efforts and risks allowing dormant Indigenous languages to fade. Combining political science with socio-economic context, it serves as an essential resource for understanding governance, rights, and reconciliation in Canada.

Climate Anxiety and Spiritual Resilience: A Guide to Kinship, Justice, and Hope, by Suzanne Crawford O’Brien
(Stacks: QC903 .O27 2026)

Combining spiritual wisdom, environmental ethics, and community justice, this practical guide tackles the emotional burden of climate change by cultivating hope and deeper relational ties with the natural world. It offers thoughtful perspectives on moving past eco-anxiety toward constructive, compassionate action.

New Across the General Collection

Page-Turners, Poetry & Literary Escapes

Discover captivating new novels, classic literary analyses, and imaginative storytelling for fall reading.

Reflecting on Canada: History, Identity & Reconciliation

Browse impactful non-fiction detailing Canadian politics, race, Indigenous perspectives, and paths forward.

Global Perspectives: Turning Points in World History

Dive into global diplomacy, medieval life, and wartime communications through crucial historical accounts.

Our Changing Planet: Climate, Nature & Eco-Justice

Read essential new perspectives on climate justice, urban ecology, and active environmental stewardship.

Power, AI & Politics: Books to Understand Today’s World

Examine modern geopolitics, artificial intelligence, and societal shifts shaping our modern landscape.

The Wonders of Nature & Frontline Medical Insights

Uncover fascinating studies on nocturnal wildlife, medical ethics, and personal wellness.

Deep Faith & Scholarship: New Theology Arrivals

Voices of the Faith: Global Church Traditions & History

Explore newly featured histories and commentary on Anglican, Orthodox, and global church traditions

Unpacking Scripture: Commentaries & Biblical Guides

Deepen your study of scripture with freshly added commentaries, handbooks, and translations.

Nourishing the Soul: Spiritual Life & Modern Theology

Reflect on contemporary spiritual guidance, church leadership, and mindful living through these latest additions.

Until next month, happy browsing, Trinity!