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.
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These books break down what it was like to live in various time periods.
Explore history from a people-focused perspective.
Discover the grand wonders and rich history of the Emerald Isle.
Get a fresh take on the men who led—and currently lead—our country.
These intrepid ladies ventured into the unknown.
From great triumphs to continuing struggles, learn more about African American history with these books.
Sylviane A. Diouf shares how slaves escaped and survived in the Southern wilderness.
True stories by and about veterans.
Read all the books on our list and your rivals for any trivia game will be few and far between.
They were more than a stuffy group of old men—in fact, many of them were young and rowdy.
January, February, and March are full of promising new reads.
The regiment gained a reputation for courage in the face of heavy losses.
These books span conflicts all over the globe.
By Orrin Grey
Brush up on your military history knowledge.