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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 September 2025

Free History Books to Download in September 2025

By The Archive Staff

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Nonfiction

7 Must-Read Popular Science Books by Mary Roach

7 Must-Read Popular Science Books by Mary Roach

She addresses some of life's greatest mysteries.

By Aviva Kaplan

War Books

Mir Bahmanyar Discusses the First Army Rangers of World War II

Mir Bahmanyar Discusses the First Army Rangers of World War II

The author, veteran, and historian has a new book out now, The Houdini Club.

By MacKenzie Stuart

Colonial America

12 Fascinating Books About the Pilgrims, from Mayflower to Plymouth and Beyond

12 Fascinating Books About the Pilgrims, from Mayflower to Plymouth and Beyond

On September 16, 1620, the Pilgrims set sail from England… and ignited centuries of historical imagination.

By Catherine Phelan

Biographies

Joan of Arc Books: Read About the Woman Warrior Enshrined in Legend

Joan of Arc Books: Read About the Woman Warrior Enshrined in Legend

Gain insight into a patron saint of France.

By Aviva Kaplan

Nonfiction

8 Can’t-Miss New History Books Coming Soon

8 Can’t-Miss New History Books Coming Soon

The warmer weather isn't the only thing we're looking forward to in the coming months.

By Orrin Grey

Early America

25 Fascinating Books About the Founding Fathers of America

25 Fascinating Books About the Founding Fathers of America

The founding fathers were more than a stuffy group of old men—in fact, many of them were young and rowdy.

By Sara Barry, Ella Burch & Marisa Fertitta

The Great Depression

American History as Never Told Before: A History of the United States in Five Crashes

American History as Never Told Before: A History of the United States in Five Crashes

Scott Nations offers a unique perspective on our country's past, present, and future, as turmoil surrounds the markets once more.

By Aviva Kaplan

Artists

14 Intriguing Art History Books

14 Intriguing Art History Books

From art thieves and forgers to every shocking twist in between.

By Kara Williamson

Modern History

17 Eye-Opening Books About John F. Kennedy

17 Eye-Opening Books About John F. Kennedy

Closing the gap between fact and fiction.

By Olivia Mason & The Archive Staff

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

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