There’s one place where every history buff feels at home—with their nose buried in a compelling nonfiction book, of course. It’s the best resource to turn to when you want the most comprehensive account of the past possible.
As book lovers ourselves, we’ve curated a space to round up all the best nonfiction books out there. Searching for a biography of the Founding Fathers? We’ve got you covered. Want to learn what wartime was really like? Check out the best books by people who lived through various conflicts and experienced them firsthand. Craving an in-depth account of one of the many turbulent events of the 20th century, from the sinking of the Titanic to the rise of Nazi Germany? Peruse a book by esteemed historian Martin Gilbert, or try an accessible pop history book by Walter Lord on for size. Whenever your bookshelves are looking a little bare, you can trust us to have the best recommendations in store for you.
Rediscover the forgotten battles of America's most defining war.
In January of 1943, Warsaw Ghetto inmates began defying their German enemies—and sparked a widespread hunger for resistance.
By Olivia Mason
The sinking of the “unsinkable” RMS Titanic was a shocking and deadly disaster.
By Allison Wild
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By Orrin Grey
The shores of Dunkirk and the Korean countryside await...
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Take your mind off the current world with riveting true accounts of history's most poignant moments.
These unbelievable stories stretch beyond the pages of your average history book.
Discover the essential account of the men who raised the flags during the Battle of Iwo Jima.
These books examine the burdens of battle, from the Revolutionary War to modern day Iraq.
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Witness the beginning of recorded history from Mexico to Mesopotamia.
By Orrin Grey
The Continental Army rose from winter devastation to become a force to be reckoned with.
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This man went from an unwilling, pacifist draftee to Sergeant York, military hero and legend.
Historian Walter Lord recounts the bombing of major U.S. battleships and the heroics of the men on board.