Books

These reads support critical thinking and empathy for more fulfilling lives.

From First Ladies to baseball players.

Seeking solace? Find yourself immersed in a wholly different world with these nonfiction reads.

With World War I's end came a reckoning and a chance to rebuild.

Explore classic nonfiction reads at no cost.

These unputdownable reads span the Civil War, both World Wars, and Vietnam.

With election season upon us, we're looking to the past and future of voting.

Author Maria Laurino recently appeared on 60 Minutes to discuss this devastating story.

The Romanian ruler had a fearsome reputation.

Discover unique illustrations, photographs, maps, and more.

Between 1943 and 1947, over 120 million specially-printed paperbacks were distributed to members of the armed forces. 

These courageous 19th-century journalists changed the field—and the country—forever. 

The little-known conflict is explored in the Netflix series Turning Point.

From notorious historical figures to multiculturalism.

Autumn 2024 has a great selection.

Literary censorship has long been a source of contention.

Read up on the men, women, and children who braved hazardous frontiers for a chance at new life.

Trace the ripple effects of history across time.

From firsthand accounts to comprehensive studies, these books about the Holocaust examine the tragedy.

From the Lexington School for the Deaf to the evolution of American universities.