Books
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 Untold Story of D-Day’s Black Heroes
The 320th Barrage Balloon Battalion deserves more recognition.
25 Books to Read for Black History Month
From great triumphs to continuing struggles, learn more about African American history with these books.
New Series “Ancient Lives” Fills in the Gaps with Authoritative Biographies
We’re revisiting figures from the ancient world.
Slavery’s Exiles: The American Maroons and How They Survived
Sylviane A. Diouf shares how slaves escaped and survived in the Southern wilderness.
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You Won't Be Able to Put Down These Military Biographies and Memoirs
True stories by and about veterans.
12 Military History Books Every History Buff Should Have on Their Bookshelf
Examine the world's most influential battles from all angles.
10 Reference Books You’ll Actually Want to Read
Read all the books on our list and your rivals for any trivia game will be few and far between.
20 Fascinating Books About the Founding Fathers of America
They were more than a stuffy group of old men—in fact, many of them were young and rowdy.
8 New History Releases to Look Forward to
January, February, and March are full of promising new reads.
The “Bloody 100th” Was a Legendary WWII Unit
The regiment gained a reputation for courage in the face of heavy losses.
8 Thrilling Spy Books That Recount True Stories of Espionage
These books span conflicts all over the globe.
Explore the Tumult of Russia Through This Putin Biography
It sheds light on Russian history, the Russia-Ukraine conflict, and more.
The Best Philosophy Books from Modern Library
These thought-provoking reads have influenced readers for centuries.
Case Closed: A Definitive Account of the John F. Kennedy Assassination
This work of investigative journalism by Gerald Posner is as relevant as ever.
Inside the Making of Casablanca: Meet the Woman Who Brought the Film to Life
Season of the Gods is based on a true story.
10 Books to Read Before Watching Napoleon
The new Ridley Scott film charts the Frenchman's rise and fall.
7 Thrilling Books About Greed That We Think Martin Scorsese Should Adapt
True stories of power and corruption are waiting for the acclaimed filmmaker to bring them to the big screen.
