8 History Books From Women's Perspectives
From the ancient world to World War II, explore new points of view.
Graham Greene’s Spy Career and Its Thrilling Influence on His Work
The author was inspired by his WWII and postwar experiences.
Dante Books: Rediscovering the Medieval Poet and Philosopher
The Florentine author of the Divine Comedy was a forerunner of the Renaissance.
How Jenny Geddes Sparked a Rebellion in 17th-Century Scotland
The street seller caused a commotion in church.
The "Real" Witches of Macbeth
The Weird Sisters in the Scottish play may have been based on real people.
Sir Walter Raleigh and the Search for El Dorado
His fascinating life included two stints in the Tower of London.
12 Military History Books Every History Buff Should Have on Their Bookshelf
Examine the world's most influential battles from all angles.
The Long and Bloody History of Čachtice Castle
The Slovakian castle was home to alleged serial killer Elizabeth Báthory.
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.
Meet the French Resistance
Individual collectives were able to organize themselves into a serious threat against the Vichy government and German forces.
From the Great Fire to the Colosseum: 5 Interesting Facts About the Roman Empire
The empire has undeniably shaped Western history and culture.
The Tragic and Bizarre London Beer Flood of 1814
A brewery accident led to multiple unforeseen casualties.
