Illuminating tales of the past you won't want to miss.

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The past comes to life in a vivid new way, thanks to these historical graphic novels.

The beloved children's author was deterred from a career as a mycologist.

These 10 accomplished women led countries, wrote poetry, chronicled history, and made their own.

Helen Duncan claimed she had learned classified military information through her psychic powers.

These stories of overcoming challenges and prejudices will make any reader think fondly of their school days—past, present or future.

The scam caused the French queen's reputation to further deteriorate.

Often demonized as patriarchal torture devices, these garments were seen as a practicality in their day.

Cleopatra the Alchemist dabbled in an early branch of science.

She's said to have created the first American flag, but the real story is more complicated.

These incredible women refused to wait on history's sidelines.

The famed businesswoman had direct ties to Hitler’s intelligence agency.

Margaret Rhodes looks back at her life alongside the monarchy.

The historical reputation of Trota through the years shows how the mores of a current society can restrict contemporary understanding of a figure from the past.

Driven to help, Louise Thuliez aided underground networks in France despite facing an all-too-real threat of execution.

146 people lost their lives when the Asch Building went up in flames.

These women are vital to history. Discover why.

These fascinating biographies deserve a spot on your must-read list.

What it really means to fight like a girl.