Modern History Stories

So much has happened in the past decade alone, but what got us here? Humanity has evolved in so many ways in the modern era. From the Industrial Revolution to the invention of the iPhone, from the Space Race to SpaceX, from last century's influenza pandemic to Covid-19, there’s a lot to cover. These stories attempt to recount how we’ve gotten to where we are and the rapid change that took place within the last few centuries.

1f5ec6bb3d7e-thearchive-tag-feature.png

The History of Oktoberfest

There is more to the festival than beer (sort of)!

15 Fascinating Books About the Gilded Age

Mark Twain coined "the Gilded Age" to mean this period of time was “glittering on the surface, but corrupt underneath.”

9 Books About Appalachia

Gain insight into a fascinating history. 

13 Must-Read Economics Books

Money makes the world go round—but how exactly does our economy function?

8 Must-Read New History Books Coming This Summer 

Dive into the past during the warmer months and longer days.  

24 Perfect Baseball Books That Hit It Out of the Park

When it comes to delivering you fresh baseball book recs, we swing for the fences.

15 Essential Books About Slavery in America

These eye-opening books will transport you to the darkest era of American history.

12 Powerful Korean War Books that Capture the Conflict

These dynamic critiques, vivid memoirs, and clearsighted military histories illuminate the Forgotten War.

13 of the Most Famous and Important Battles in History

These momentous clashes toppled empires, ended conflicts, and changed history.

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.

Remembering Pope Francis, 1936—2025

The head of the Catholic Church passed away on Easter Monday.

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.

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.