Catherine Phelan
Catherine is a Brooklyn-based writer and editor. Running The Archive has given her a great excuse to keep reading any biography she can get her hands on. Catherine also runs Creepy Crate, a subscription box for the spooky at heart. When not watching horror movies or reading the latest N.K. Jemisin novel, you can find her in the stacks of the Housing Works bookstore or at the nearest park.
These Gifts Will Make History at Your Next Holiday Gathering
Need help shopping for a history buff? These holiday gift ideas are sure to delight.
The Best Netflix History Documentaries Streaming Now
Discover November's best.
The Romanov Family Beyond the Royal Tragedy: 10 Facts You May Not Know
The Romanovs' historical relevance goes far beyond a midnight execution.
36 Eye-Opening Books About the Holocaust
From firsthand accounts to comprehensive studies, these books examine the tragedies of the Holocaust.
14 Fascinating History Podcasts for Every Kind of History Obsessive
Grab your earbuds and disappear into the past.
20 Travel Books That Will Feed Your Wanderlust
Explore the world on foot—or from the comfort of your reading chair.
The Secret Rescue Offers a Thrilling Look at the Mission That Saved 30 Lost Behind Enemy Lines
30 medics, nurses, and airmen found themselves trapped for over two months.
14 Back-to-School Books That Will Inspire Readers of All Ages
These stories of overcoming challenges and prejudices will make any reader think fondly of their school days—past, present or future.
A Change in Weather Created Global Consequences in the 17th Century
Historian Geoffrey Parker explores how global cooling caused famine, war, and economic collapse in the 1600s.
7 Stunning Underwater Shipwrecks That Turn Back the Tides of Time
Their preservation below the surface allows visitors a look back in time...
A Muddle in Italy Netted the Allied Forces a Tarnished Win at the Battle of Anzio
After months of conflict, Allied forces forced German troops to retreat from Rome on June 5, 1944.
Boston and Beyond: Massachusetts in the Revolutionary War
We look to the colony's origins to understand its revolutionary mindset.
The Capture of Fort Ticonderoga
This minor battle led to major strategic victory for the rebelling colonists in the first months of the Revolutionary War.
20 Great Biopics Streaming on Netflix and Beyond
History comes alive in these fascinating biopics.
The War of Spanish Succession Subsumed an Entire Continent
The balance of power in Europe was at stake throughout the 13-year conflict.
Travel to an Unexplored Moment in History with A Man at Arms
Steven Pressfield's latest historical novel investigates the years after the death of Jesus.
30 Biographies of Remarkable Women That You Need to Read
These fascinating biographies deserve a spot on your must-read list.
Explore the Dazzling History of Film With 9 Illuminating Books
Dive into the world of cinema, where art and technology meet.
16 Books to Read for Black History Month
From great triumphs to continuing struggles, learn more about African American history with these books.
16 Books About MLK That Reveal the Man Behind the Civil Rights Icon
Over 90 years after his birth, we look back on King's legacy with these vital reads.
