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Authors Vie for Prestigious Baillie Gifford Prize
3 Sep
Summary
- Thirteen authors, including Keefe and Macintyre, made the longlist.
- Books cover diverse topics from war and espionage to history.
- The Baillie Gifford Prize is the UK's most prestigious nonfiction award.
The prestigious Baillie Gifford Prize has announced its 2025 longlist, showcasing 13 significant nonfiction works. Among the nominated authors are Patrick Radden Keefe, Ben Macintyre, and Charlotte Higgins, whose books explore diverse and compelling subjects.
Higgins' "Ukrainian Lessons" examines culture's role in Ukraine's resistance, while Keefe's "London Falling" delves into a mysterious teenage death. Macintyre's "Redwood" uncovers the story of a Cold War spy. These selections highlight the breadth of nonfiction, spanning biography, history, and reportage.
This year's list features biographies of figures like James Baldwin and Barbara Cartland, alongside explorations of ancient history and contemporary conflicts. Reports from Syria, insights into Russia, and accounts of life under the Nazi regime are also recognized.
Additional longlisted books investigate the Nord Stream pipeline sabotage and a notorious crime in French cinema. The prize, established in 1999, is sponsored by Baillie Gifford. The shortlist will be announced on October 1, with the winner revealed on November 4.
