Not a 2021 book. But it's new to me and it is 2021...Appetites, by Bourdain.
I wish I had it 30 years ago. Basics are well taught by example (as opposed to explicitly) and strategy of cooking is discussed. Many good recipes too. His day-by-day Thanksgiving planning is helpful, mine eventually evolved to be similar to his (with the exception of a stunt turkey). This would be a great gift for a new cook.
Kind of bittersweet. I doubt another author will ever address his reader as "fucknut"