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.
Unforgettable instances in which sports changed the world.
By Grace Felder
These texts have had a tangible effect on the past and present.
Their rise, their fall, and every scandalous detail in between.
This little-known aviation accident resulted in 14 deaths.
These personal stories shed light on the modern Native American experience.
By Grace Felder
We’re honoring America’s heroes with books that reveal what it's like to be in war.
When and how did this far-flung territory become part of the United States?
Nine books illuminate China's rich history from its ancient roots to the modern People's Republic of China.
Are they really as utopian as their proponents claim?
The Boston native remained at large for 16 years.
These eye-opening books shed light on other cultures and communities.
By Orrin Grey
When British India was dissolved, the territory was divided along religious lines.
The French Revolution left fertile ground for a new approach to religion.
By Orrin Grey
As news about the Taliban continues to unfold, satisfy your curiosity about instability in the region.
In the wake of Joseph L. Galloway’s death, we’re revisiting his iconic book on the conflict, We Were Soldiers Once...and Young.
Discover the historical effects of the nationwide ban on alcohol.
By Erin Hagan
Historian Geoffrey Parker explores how global cooling caused famine, war, and economic collapse in the 1600s.
New research reveals that the Space Race wasn't quite as embittered as we were led to believe.
By Will Lennon
Their preservation below the surface allows visitors a look back in time...
This innovative mode of travel allowed people to make cross-country journeys in days rather than weeks or months.