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.
This public injustice became a force for change.
By Lee D'Amato
There are two sides to every story...
Explore the lives of people who had a large impact on their nation and the world.
By Kimmy Kelly
Listen up, history fans. These great audiobooks are for you.
If these walls could talk…
The blight had devastating consequences on the island and beyond.
By Lee D'Amato
From the Pacific theater to the coast of France, discover the greatest World War II books.
Scientists and showmen alike tested the limits of the new invention.
By Lee D'Amato
Money makes the world go round—but how exactly does our economy function?
Their discoveries changed our perception of prehistory.
Elizabeth II died peacefully after a historic 70 years on the throne.
He was instrumental in ending the Cold War.
These technological advancements influenced the outcome of the war.
They're impossible to forget.
By Robert Walsh
The canned meat gained popularity during WWII and evolved into a cultural icon.
The triumphant, the tragic, and everything in between.