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Whether you’re searching for the best book recommendations or sifting through tales of the past, we’ve got all the history stories you need to satisfy your curiosity.

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What We Know About Vikings in North America

Were they actually the first Europeans to set foot on the continent?

A Brief History of Mount Everest Expeditions

Earth's highest mountain inspires awe and fear among those who dare to climb it.

11 Must-Read Irish History Books and Travel Guides

Discover the grand wonders and rich history of the Emerald Isle.

Sir Walter Raleigh and the Search for El Dorado 

His fascinating life included two stints in the Tower of London.

The Centuries-Long History of the Panama Canal

Dreamt of for hundreds of years, the artificial waterway is a feat of engineering.

The Macabre Way Early Sailors Refreshed Their Wardrobes

Learn why some sailors were hesitant to use the “slop chest.”

The Great Game: Russia and Britain's Imperialistic Rivalry

They fought for influence in Central Asia throughout the 19th century.

10 Fun Facts About Antarctica, Earth's Most Remote Continent

Though this continent may be desolate, it's far from boring.

The Colonization of Australia

How did the continent become home to British convicts?

What Really Happened During the Lewis and Clark Expedition?

The Corps of Discovery set out to explore the newly acquired Louisiana Territory.

7 Doomed Expeditions

These explorers set out with high hopes, but were never seen alive again.

7 Best National Parks to Put on Your Bucket List

Explore one of America's national treasures.

Feast Your Eyes on 8 Travel Coffee Table Books

You can live vicariously through these gorgeously illustrated travel books.

10 Incredible Books About the Ocean

Dive into the unknown with these books about marine life.