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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

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Biographies

8 Dual Biographies That Explore History From All Angles

8 Dual Biographies That Explore History From All Angles

There are two sides to every story...

By Kelsey Christine McConnell

World History

8 Absorbing Biographies of World Leaders

8 Absorbing Biographies of World Leaders

Explore the lives of people who had a large impact on their nation and the world.

By Kimmy Kelly

Giveaway

[CLOSED] GIVEAWAY: Win a Bundle of New World War II Books!

[CLOSED] GIVEAWAY: Win a Bundle of New World War II Books!

Enter for a chance to win two novels and one biography, all centered around this costly conflict.

By MacKenzie Stuart

Audiobooks

12 Outstanding Audiobooks for Every Kind of History Buff

12 Outstanding Audiobooks for Every Kind of History Buff

Listen up, history fans. These great audiobooks are for you.

By Audrey Webster

Cultural History

The Witch: Tracing the History of Fear and Allegations of Black Magic

The Witch: Tracing the History of Fear and Allegations of Black Magic

A historian examines how different cultures have perceived witchcraft, from ancient times to today.

By Kimmy Kelly

Nonfiction

6 Compelling Historiography Books That Illuminate New Perspectives

6 Compelling Historiography Books That Illuminate New Perspectives

Is it true that history is written by the victors?

By Orrin Grey

American History

Life at the Dakota: Exploring New York City's Most Unusual Address

Life at the Dakota: Exploring New York City's Most Unusual Address

If these walls could talk…

By MacKenzie Stuart

World War 2

11 Books About World War II's Eastern Front 

11 Books About World War II's Eastern Front 

This brutal conflict killed more combatants than all other theaters of the war combined.

By Danielle Kugler

Historical Fiction

Crack Open a Heartwarming New Historical Novel Set in 1940s London

Crack Open a Heartwarming New Historical Novel Set in 1940s London

The Good Time Girls at War centers around an iconic dance hall.

By MacKenzie Stuart

War Books

8 Heartwrenching Books Like All Quiet on the Western Front

8 Heartwrenching Books Like All Quiet on the Western Front

These thought-provoking reads reflect on the human impact of war.

By Kimmy Kelly

Giveaway

[CLOSED] GIVEAWAY: Win a Set of David McCullough Books About Great Achievements in American History

[CLOSED] GIVEAWAY: Win a Set of David McCullough Books About Great Achievements in American History

Together with Simon & Schuster, we’re hosting a sweepstakes with 3 grand prize winners.

By MacKenzie Stuart

Nonfiction

8 Riveting New History Books for Fall 2022

8 Riveting New History Books for Fall 2022

Be the first to watch history unfold with these insightful upcoming releases.

By Kelsey Christine McConnell

European History

30 Essential World War II Books That Examine Every Angle of the Conflict

30 Essential World War II Books That Examine Every Angle of the Conflict

From the Pacific theater to the coast of France, discover the greatest World War II books.

By Dave Adams & MacKenzie Stuart

Wild West

Ghost Towns and Gunslingers: 8 Books About the Old West

Ghost Towns and Gunslingers: 8 Books About the Old West

Explore a unique slice of Americana.

By MacKenzie Stuart

World War 2

11 Must-Read Books About World War II Weapons

11 Must-Read Books About World War II Weapons

These technological advancements influenced the outcome of the war. 

By Danielle Kugler

Early America

11 Enlightening Books About Colonial America

11 Enlightening Books About Colonial America

Discover new perspectives on early immigration, colonial cuisine, pirates, and more.

By Grace Felder

Modern History

12 Books About the History of Space Exploration

12 Books About the History of Space Exploration

The triumphant, the tragic, and everything in between.

By Sarah Mangiola

Modern History

Portraits in History: The Best David McCullough Books

Portraits in History: The Best David McCullough Books

Rediscover America through McCullough's most beloved works.

By Dave Adams

Biographies

7 Elvis Presley Books That Explore the Man Beyond the Cultural Icon

7 Elvis Presley Books That Explore the Man Beyond the Cultural Icon

A look from every angle at the complicated man behind the music legend.

By Kelsey Christine McConnell

Book Excerpt

American History Myths Are Unraveled in This Charming Read

American History Myths Are Unraveled in This Charming Read

Debunking far-fetched tales that we've believed in for far too long.

By Kelsey Christine McConnell

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