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10 Inspiring Books by and About Muckrakers

These courageous 19th-century journalists changed the field—and the country—forever. 

The Filming of Star Wars Almost Started a Real-Life War in North Africa

A long time ago in a galaxy far, far, away…there was a massive misunderstanding!

5 Popular Historians You Need to Read

Get aquainted with these historians and their award-winning books.

Remembering Victor Navasky, Accomplished Journalist and Publisher

He was the eminent former editor of The Nation and a National Book Award winner.

7 Must-Read Books by Renowned Biographer Marion Meade

"I am perfect for what biography has become today because there is nothing I wouldn't investigate."

11 Infamous Hoaxes That Fooled the World

What’s better than a true story? A story that’s too good to be true.

The Real History Behind 5 Famous Military Photographs

These iconic images summed up entire wars in the public imagination.

The Hollywood Blacklist Rocked the Entertainment Industry

This Cold War era initiative ostensibly targeted communists.

The Bold Life of Nellie Bly, Journalist and Adventurer

Her many achievements include pioneering a new kind of investigative journalism.

The Battle of Toho Company

A unionization fight led to widespread effects on the Cold War and Japanese and global culture.