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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

    American History

    Free History Books to Download in April 2025

    Free History Books to Download in April 2025

    By MacKenzie Stuart

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    Nonfiction

    Mavericks of the Sky: The Origins of the U.S. Air Mail Services

    Mavericks of the Sky: The Origins of the U.S. Air Mail Services

    Delving into the sacrifices of early 20th-century pilots.

    By Marisa Fertitta

    Nonfiction

    The Best Travel Memoirs and History Books to Read Before (or During) Your Next Trip

    The Best Travel Memoirs and History Books to Read Before (or During) Your Next Trip

    Immerse yourself in the culture–and history–of a place.

    By Abby Ronner & Kelsey Donnelly

    Modern History

    Explore the Dazzling History of Film With 15 Illuminating Books

    Explore the Dazzling History of Film With 15 Illuminating Books

    Dive into the world of cinema, where art and technology meet.

    By Catherine Phelan & Kelsey Donnelly

    Art History

    8 Books About Art Mysteries and Cons

    8 Books About Art Mysteries and Cons

    From missing masterpieces to famous forgeries, art crime has a long history.

    By Margaret Brecknell

    Black History

    Willie Mays’ Positive Legacy Lives On

    Willie Mays’ Positive Legacy Lives On

    The legendary baseball player passed away on June 18, 2024.

    By MacKenzie Stuart

    Asian History

    10 Chinese History Books for Western Readers

    10 Chinese History Books for Western Readers

    Brush up on your knowledge of the world's second-most populous nation.

    By Orrin Grey

    World War 2

    20 Gripping, Must-Read Books About World War II

    20 Gripping, Must-Read Books About World War II

    When it comes to World War II books, these are the ones that stand out.

    By Orrin Grey

    Military History

    10 Fascinating Vietnam War Books

    10 Fascinating Vietnam War Books

    From darkly comic war fiction to astute historical analysis and devastating battlefield memoir.

    By Dave Adams

    Nonfiction

    The Best Newly Released History Books for Dads

    The Best Newly Released History Books for Dads

    Time to bulk up your summer reading list.

    By MacKenzie Stuart

    Native American History

    9 Best Native American Biographies and Memoirs

    9 Best Native American Biographies and Memoirs

    Get new perspectives on Geronimo, Sitting Bull, and more influential people.

    By Orrin Grey

    World War 2

    11 D-Day Books to Read for the Invasion's 80th Anniversary

    11 D-Day Books to Read for the Invasion's 80th Anniversary

    The largest seaborne invasion in history deserves some recognition.

    By Marisa Fertitta

    Audiobooks

    8 of the Best History Audiobooks You Can Listen to Right Now

    8 of the Best History Audiobooks You Can Listen to Right Now

    We've narrowed down our top picks.

    By Margaret Brecknell

    Cultural History

    10 Best Food Travel Books

    10 Best Food Travel Books

    Help yourself to a fascinating new read.

    By Orrin Grey & Marisa Fertitta

    Exploration

    9 Books About Explorers and Their Audacious Adventures

    9 Books About Explorers and Their Audacious Adventures

    Adventure is out there!

    By Marisa Fertitta

    Historical Fiction

    8 Gripping Historical Fiction Books Based on True Stories

    8 Gripping Historical Fiction Books Based on True Stories

    Reimagining real people, places, and historical events.

    By MacKenzie Stuart

    Women In History

    8 Incredible Books About Little-Known Women

    8 Incredible Books About Little-Known Women

    It’s time to shed light on these remarkable achievements.

    By MacKenzie Stuart

    American History

    12 Eye-Opening Books on the History of New York City

    12 Eye-Opening Books on the History of New York City

    Explore each unique borough, from past to present.

    By Margaret Brecknell

    American History

    8 Engrossing Books About Supreme Court Justices

    8 Engrossing Books About Supreme Court Justices

    Learn more about the people and decisions that made history.

    By Orrin Grey

    World War 2

    The Untold Story of D-Day’s Black Heroes

    The Untold Story of D-Day’s Black Heroes

    The 320th Barrage Balloon Battalion deserves more recognition.

    By Marisa Fertitta

    Black History

    8 Books to Read for Black Women’s History Month

    8 Books to Read for Black Women’s History Month

    These women shaped the world. 

    By Marisa Fertitta

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