Let’s hear it for the dads! Seeing your dad this weekend? Don’t want to show up empty-handed? Here are our ideas–some traditional, others less so–to show dad your appreciation. Because while there’s a million kinds of fathers out there, it’s a known fact that they all love books. (The experience of a bunch of booksellers may have led to skewed data on this subject.)

Outdoorsy dad: Let’s Go Fishing by Eric Dregni or The Unsettling of America by Wendell Berry.
Minnesota history expert Eric Dregni’s latest takes on the cultural importance of fishing in the North Woods. Illustrated throughout, and chock-full of lore to surprise even the most seasoned angler. Berry’s Unsettling of America, recently republished, is a classic of environmental writing and American literature in general. A must for any eco-conscious dad!

Foodie dad: The Wurst of Lucky Peach: A Treasury of Encased Meat by Chris Ying & the Editors of Lucky Peach. Or, for veggie dads, try the hilarious and ever-popular Thug Kitchen!
A celebration of sausages, hot dogs, charcuterie, and more encased meats from all over the world, The Wurst of Lucky Peach is definitely the way to a meat-loving dad’s heart. Meanwhile, Thug Kitchen has all the hip factor without the animal proteins. Let dad explore the mostly vegan recipes in this hilarious internet sensation-turned-cookbook.

Dramatic dad: Silver Screen Fiend by Patton Oswalt or Hamilton: The Revolution by Lin-Manuel Miranda.
Is dad a total film buff, or does Broadway have his heart? Movie-loving dads will find a kindred spirit in Patton Oswalt’s memoir about his silver screen obsession. And if (like the rest of America) Dad’s aboard the Hamilton train, treat him to the behind-the-scenes info and full libretto featured in the companion book by the show’s creator and star, Lin-Manuel Miranda.

New dad: This is Ridiculous, This is Amazing by Jason Good
Great for soon-to-be or brand new dads, this book uses lists (“Things Parents can Never Do Again,” “Reasons a Toddler is Crying”) to describe the indescribable joy and weirdness of being a parent.

Culture critic dad: The Geography of Madness by Frank Bures
Jon Ronson meets David Grann in this fascinating, wildly entertaining adventure and travel story about how culture can make us go totally insane. Great for travelers, sociologists, and the naturally curious.

Gamer dad: Extra Lives by Tom Bissell
If your dad fits the bill of tech guru, game enthusiast, or kid at heart, these essays on the art and relevance of video games from Renaissance man Bissell are sure to entertain.

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Father’s Day is this Sunday, June 19.