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Discover the best history books, from biographies and military history to riveting accounts of the past’s most fascinating moments. War books, historical fiction, and more populate these pages.

The Best 20th-Century History Books by WWII Correspondent William L. Shirer

The Best 20th-Century History Books by WWII Correspondent William L. Shirer

He witnessed the war unfold in real time—and shared it with the world. 

War Books

By Kasey Noss

Sports History

12 Best Baseball Books That Hit It Out of the Park

12 Best Baseball Books That Hit It Out of the Park

By Marisa Fertitta

Nonfiction

17 Escapist Nonfiction Books That Will Spirit You Away

17 Escapist Nonfiction Books That Will Spirit You Away

By Catherine Phelan & Kasey Noss

Nonfiction

23 Books That Explore the History of World Religions

23 Books That Explore the History of World Religions

By Olivia Mason & Kasey Noss

Biographies

Free History Books to Download in September 2025

Free History Books to Download in September 2025

By The Archive Staff

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A Mysterious Country: Norman Mailer’s Prescient Calls to Protect American Democracy

A Mysterious Country: Norman Mailer’s Prescient Calls to Protect American Democracy

A new collection emerges from the writings of the late Pulitzer Prize-winning author.

By MacKenzie Stuart

Biographies

7 Tell-Alls That Give a Glimpse into the British Royal Family

7 Tell-Alls That Give a Glimpse into the British Royal Family

What goes on behind closed doors?

By Sara Kapheim

Media History

Remembering Victor Navasky, Accomplished Journalist and Publisher

Remembering Victor Navasky, Accomplished Journalist and Publisher

He was the eminent former editor of The Nation and a National Book Award winner.

By Tallie Williams

Biographies

7 Must-Read Books by Renowned Biographer Marion Meade

7 Must-Read Books by Renowned Biographer Marion Meade

"I am perfect for what biography has become today because there is nothing I wouldn't investigate."

By Tallie Williams

Nonfiction

8 Fascinating New History Books to Read in 2023

8 Fascinating New History Books to Read in 2023

Your TBR list just got longer.

By Tallie Williams

Mythology

12 Enthralling Books About the History of Folklore and Mythology

12 Enthralling Books About the History of Folklore and Mythology

There's a reason why they span human history. 

By Grace Felder

Historical Fiction

9 Historical Fiction Novels About the Ancient World

9 Historical Fiction Novels About the Ancient World

Step into the lives of the ancients. 

By Grace Felder

Women At War

9 Enlightening Books About Women on the Battlefield 

9 Enlightening Books About Women on the Battlefield 

It isn't just a man's domain.

By Grace Felder

Biographies

The Best Biographies of 2022

The Best Biographies of 2022

Take a closer look at history's most influential figures.

By Kelsey Christine McConnell

American History

The Best History Books of 2022

The Best History Books of 2022

Don't miss these vital glimpses into the past.

By Kelsey Christine McConnell

World History

8 Eye-Opening Books About Colonialism

8 Eye-Opening Books About Colonialism

European empires once controlled most of the globe—what's their legacy?

By The Archive Staff & Mary Kay McBrayer

Nonfiction

These Oral History Books Share Firsthand Perspectives

These Oral History Books Share Firsthand Perspectives

Hear directly from people who lived through historical events.

By Lee D'Amato

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Explore the Fascinating Life of Britain's Newest Leader, King Charles

Explore the Fascinating Life of Britain's Newest Leader, King Charles

He spent years with an up-close look at what it's like to rule Britain—and now the responsibility rests on his shoulders.

By Kelsey Christine McConnell

Military History

The Greatest History (and Beyond) Books for Dads of All Types

The Greatest History (and Beyond) Books for Dads of All Types

Dad's always gifted three copies of the latest history bestseller? Try these recommendations to find him something new.

By Catherine Phelan

American History

7 Fascinating Books about Postwar America

7 Fascinating Books about Postwar America

Nearly every aspect of American life changed after WWII.

By Jonathan Shipley

Giveaway

[CLOSED] GIVEAWAY: Win The Nazi Conspiracy, a Thrilling New WWII Book

[CLOSED] GIVEAWAY: Win The Nazi Conspiracy, a Thrilling New WWII Book

We’re giving away 3 grand prize bundles, plus 10 additional copies of the upcoming book.

By MacKenzie Stuart

History Of Science

10 Enlightening Books About Historic Inventions

10 Enlightening Books About Historic Inventions

How good ideas became everyday necessities.

By Kimmy Kelly

American History

8 Gripping Books About the Mexican-American War

8 Gripping Books About the Mexican-American War

Many Americans today are unfamiliar with this significant armed conflict.

By Orrin Grey

Historical Fiction

ROAR: An Oral Biography of a Fictional Life

ROAR: An Oral Biography of a Fictional Life

Satirist Bruce Wagner has written a provocative new novel.

By MacKenzie Stuart

Leaders In History

The 10 Best Books By and About Winston Churchill

The 10 Best Books By and About Winston Churchill

The prime minister was also a prolific writer and historian.

By Grace Felder

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