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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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    The Great Depression

    7 Books About the Dust Bowl and its Disastrous Impact

    7 Books About the Dust Bowl and its Disastrous Impact

    It tested the resilience of the American people.

    By Aviva Kaplan

    Cultural History

    12 Lyrical and Noteworthy Books About Composers

    12 Lyrical and Noteworthy Books About Composers

    Learn about the talented and inspiring figures who shaped classical music.

    By Aviva Kaplan

    Civil War

    The Past Is Uncovered in This Moving Novel of a Civil War Prison Camp

    The Past Is Uncovered in This Moving Novel of a Civil War Prison Camp

    Elmira developed a notorious reputation.

    By MacKenzie Stuart

    Women In History

    25 Powerful Books to Read for Women's History Month

    25 Powerful Books to Read for Women's History Month

    The future is female—but so was the past.

    By Olivia Mason, Diana La Paz, Sara Kapheim & Aviva Kaplan

    Religious History

    10 Thoughtful Religious Philosophy Books

    10 Thoughtful Religious Philosophy Books

    In these books, various faiths form the framework for philosphy.

    By Toby Arguello

    Immigration

    These Irish American History Books Explore Rich History and Culture

    These Irish American History Books Explore Rich History and Culture

    With Irish emigrants arriving in North America as early as the 1500s, it's no surprise their history is a vital part of America's tale.

    By John Tuttle & Aviva Kaplan

    History Of Science

    11 Enlightening Albert Einstein Books

    11 Enlightening Albert Einstein Books

    From intimate biographies to illuminating collections of Einstein’s written works.

    By Matthew Thompson & Kasey Noss

    Cultural History

    12 of the Best Books on the History of Contemporary Music

    12 of the Best Books on the History of Contemporary Music

    Brilliantly composed books on your favorite songs, singers, and genres.

    By Kasey Noss

    Medieval Era

    18 Illuminating Medieval History Books

    18 Illuminating Medieval History Books

    Journey through time to Europe's Middle Ages.

    By Matthew Thompson & Aviva Kaplan

    Media History

    8 Absorbing Books About the Internet

    8 Absorbing Books About the Internet

    Read up on the history of the technology that has transformed our lives.

    By Kasey Noss

    European History

    11 Books About the Vibrant History of London

    11 Books About the Vibrant History of London

    From Roman rule to the Tudor period and beyond.

    By Margaret Brecknell

    Sports History

    Touchdown: 11 Books that Give Insight into the History of American Football

    Touchdown: 11 Books that Give Insight into the History of American Football

    You'll love these books—no matter who you’re rooting for!

    By Aviva Kaplan

    Wild West

    10 Unflinching Tales of the West Like American Primeval

    10 Unflinching Tales of the West Like American Primeval

    Hold on tight to your saddle.

    By Aviva Kaplan

    Exploration

    14 Thrilling Adventure Books for Intrepid Readers

    14 Thrilling Adventure Books for Intrepid Readers

    From the frozen expanse of the South Pole to the hot sands of the Sahara.

    By Dave Adams & Aviva Kaplan

    Nonfiction

    8 Highly Anticipated New History Books Coming in 2025

    8 Highly Anticipated New History Books Coming in 2025

    We're counting down the days until these books hit shelves.

    By Toby Arguello

    Presidential History

    The Little-Known First Assassination Attempt on John F. Kennedy

    The Little-Known First Assassination Attempt on John F. Kennedy

    Three years before his actual assassination, JFK was the target of a different secret plot to take his life.

    By MacKenzie Stuart

    World History

    These Thrilling Pirate Books Offer High Seas Adventure and Real-Life Treasure

    These Thrilling Pirate Books Offer High Seas Adventure and Real-Life Treasure

    Traverse a sea of must-read accounts.

    By Kelsey Christine McConnell & Aviva Kaplan

    Nonfiction

    These Were the Best History Books of 2024

    These Were the Best History Books of 2024

    Our top recommendations explore the Eastern Front, African history, the Silk Road, and more.

    By Orrin Grey

    Biographies

    From Alexander the Great to Marie Curie, Here Are the Best Biographies and Memoirs of 2024

    From Alexander the Great to Marie Curie, Here Are the Best Biographies and Memoirs of 2024

    Over the past year, these books stood out.

    By Margaret Brecknell

    Cultural History

    7 Best Books on Mesoamerican Codices

    7 Best Books on Mesoamerican Codices

    These unique documents offer a glimpse into pre-Columbian Indigenous cultures.

    By Orrin Grey

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