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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 April 2025

    Free History Books to Download in April 2025

    By MacKenzie Stuart

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    Military History

    Thrilling Military Must-Reads That Cover Historical and Modern Conflict

    Thrilling Military Must-Reads That Cover Historical and Modern Conflict

    These military books will take you back to some of the most thrilling combat zones throughout history.

    By Jordyn Kelley

    Military History

    These Essential Authors Were Shaped By Their Time in War

    These Essential Authors Were Shaped By Their Time in War

    Time on or near the front lines shaped these authors' lives and work.

    By John Tuttle

    Modern History

    The Best Presidential Biographies For History Buffs

    The Best Presidential Biographies For History Buffs

    Dig into 46 top-notch biographies—one for each American president.

    By Jonathan Bernstein

    Black History

    16 Books About MLK That Reveal the Man Behind the Civil Rights Icon

    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.

    By Catherine Phelan

    Chess

    6 Best Chess Books That Shed Light on the Beloved Game

    6 Best Chess Books That Shed Light on the Beloved Game

    Great reads that'll help you see the whole board.

    By Kelsey Christine McConnell

    Military History

    We Can't Wait to Read 2021's Upcoming History Books

    We Can't Wait to Read 2021's Upcoming History Books

    2021 looks brighter already.

    By Catherine Phelan

    Modern History

    Enriching FDR Biographies that Explore the President's Impactful Life and Legacy

    Enriching FDR Biographies that Explore the President's Impactful Life and Legacy

    Roosevelt led the United States through some of its most trying decades.

    By Kara Brand

    European History

    2020’s Best Biographies Spanned Centuries and Explored Vital Figures

    2020’s Best Biographies Spanned Centuries and Explored Vital Figures

    This year's finest biographies brought fresh insight to previously trodden lives and uncovered those that history has forgotten.

    By Catherine Phelan

    Spanish Civil War

    8 Essential Books About the Spanish Civil War

    8 Essential Books About the Spanish Civil War

    Get incredible insights into Spain's brutal conflict.

    By Kelsey Christine McConnell

    Nonfiction

    12 Best History Books of 2020

    12 Best History Books of 2020

    Uncover groundbreaking true stories.

    By Kara Brand

    US Presidents

    11 Presidential Autobiographies to Take a Break With This Election Season

    11 Presidential Autobiographies to Take a Break With This Election Season

    Reflecting on their own lives, these autobiographies offer a unique look into the leaders of the United States.

    By Kara Brand

    European History

    11 Absorbing Novels You'd Never Guess Were Historically Accurate

    11 Absorbing Novels You'd Never Guess Were Historically Accurate

    These historical fiction novels don't sacrifice accuracy for style or verve.

    By Catherine Phelan

    European History

    Winston Churchill’s Paranormal Encounter Allowed Him to Face His Distant Father

    Winston Churchill’s Paranormal Encounter Allowed Him to Face His Distant Father

    Referring to the empty seat at the dinner table, Churchill's daughter asked, “If you could seat anyone there, whom would it be?” He replied, without hesitation, “My father.”

    By Serah-Marie Maharaj

    Military History

    10 Must-Read Books About the Crusades

    10 Must-Read Books About the Crusades

    The Crusades, although the most defining conflicts of the medieval era, are often misunderstood. These books illuminate their true nature.

    By John Tuttle

    European History

    11 Riveting Books About Natural Disasters That Will Engross Readers

    11 Riveting Books About Natural Disasters That Will Engross Readers

    These gripping books detail the human cost of natural disasters across centuries.

    By Catherine Phelan

    Military History

    Jewish Resistance Fighters Pulled Off the Largest Prison Escape of WWII

    Jewish Resistance Fighters Pulled Off the Largest Prison Escape of WWII

    In October 1943, 300 Jewish prisoners escaped the heavily guarded walls of the Sobibor extermination camp.

    By Kara Brand

    Military History

    Walter Lord is the Pop Historian All History Lovers Should Read

    Walter Lord is the Pop Historian All History Lovers Should Read

    Lord’s unique combination of historical insight and readability make him the perfect writer for historians of all backgrounds.

    By Catherine Phelan

    Military History

    Explore New Angles of WWII with 13 Novels That Focus on Untold Stories

    Explore New Angles of WWII with 13 Novels That Focus on Untold Stories

    These less widely read World War II stories offer readers a meaningful and moving look into the global conflict.

    By Kara Brand

    Military History

    11 Books Behind Great War Movies

    11 Books Behind Great War Movies

    From non-fiction accounts to novels, books have inspired some of the greatest war films ever made.

    By Stephen Lovely & Catherine Phelan

    Ancient History

    11 Roman History Books Beyond The Rise and Fall of the Roman Empire

    11 Roman History Books Beyond The Rise and Fall of the Roman Empire

    There’s more to this story than you know.

    By Serah-Marie Maharaj

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