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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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    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

    Modern History

    10 Must-Read Books About Ancestry, Genealogy, and Family History

    10 Must-Read Books About Ancestry, Genealogy, and Family History

    Tracing the past can yield unexpected findings.

    By Orrin Grey

    Military History

    18 Fascinating Books About the “War to End All Wars”

    18 Fascinating Books About the “War to End All Wars”

    Delve into every angle of World War I.

    By Orrin Grey, Dave Adams & Kasey Noss

    Nautical History

    The Best Books on Undersea Warfare 

    The Best Books on Undersea Warfare 

    Dive into these fascinating reads. 

    By Toby Arguello

    World History

    8 Eye-Opening Books About Globalization

    8 Eye-Opening Books About Globalization

    Learn more about the connections that have changed the world forever.

    By Kasey Noss

    Modern History

    These Native American History Books Shed New Light on the Past and Present

    These Native American History Books Shed New Light on the Past and Present

    Deepen your understanding of history.

    By Kara Brand & The Archive Staff

    War Books

    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. 

    By Kasey Noss

    Nonfiction

    10 National Book Award Winners You Should Pick Up Next

    10 National Book Award Winners You Should Pick Up Next

    You can’t go wrong with these highly acclaimed reads.

    By MacKenzie Stuart

    Religious History

    10 Good Books About Buddhism That Will Open Your Mind

    10 Good Books About Buddhism That Will Open Your Mind

    From ancient Asia to contemporary America, Buddhism has a rich history.

    By Orrin Grey

    Nonfiction

    23 Books That Explore the History of World Religions

    23 Books That Explore the History of World Religions

    Discover the history behind the religions that have shaped humanity.

    By Olivia Mason & Kasey Noss

    Cultural History

    Thought-Provoking Books to Read for World Philosophy Day

    Thought-Provoking Books to Read for World Philosophy Day

    These reads support critical thinking and empathy for more fulfilling lives.

    By Toby Arguello

    American History

    22 Books About Influential Americans

    22 Books About Influential Americans

    From First Ladies to baseball players.

    By Orrin Grey

    Nonfiction

    17 Escapist Nonfiction Books That Will Spirit You Away

    17 Escapist Nonfiction Books That Will Spirit You Away

    Seeking solace? Find yourself immersed in a wholly different world with these nonfiction reads.

    By Catherine Phelan & Kasey Noss

    World War 1

    8 Bittersweet Books About Armistice Day

    8 Bittersweet Books About Armistice Day

    With World War I's end came a reckoning and a chance to rebuild.

    By Margaret Brecknell

    Giveaway

    [CLOSED] GIVEAWAY: Win a Bundle of 6 Military History Books!

    [CLOSED] GIVEAWAY: Win a Bundle of 6 Military History Books!

    These unputdownable reads span the Civil War, both World Wars, and Vietnam.

    By The Archive Staff

    Political History

    10 Vital Books About Voting in America

    10 Vital Books About Voting in America

    With election season upon us, we're looking to the past and future of voting.

    By Orrin Grey

    World War 2

    A Vatican Adoption Scandal Comes to Light in The Price of Children

    A Vatican Adoption Scandal Comes to Light in The Price of Children

    Author Maria Laurino recently appeared on 60 Minutes to discuss this devastating story.

    By Kasey Noss

    Medieval Era

    Chilling Books About Vlad the Impaler

    Chilling Books About Vlad the Impaler

    The Romanian ruler had a fearsome reputation.

    By E.R. Zarevich

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