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Fourth Wing
Fourth Wing
"The most brutally addictive fantasy I've read in a decade!" --#1 NYT bestselling author Tracy Wolff"Fourth Wing will have your heart pounding from beginning to end. Brutal games, grumpy dragons, complex characters, sizzling sexual tension, magic, and war...a fantasy like you've never read before."...
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The Wager: A Tale of Shipwreck, Mutiny and Murder by Grann, David
The Wager: A Tale of Shipwreck, Mutiny and Murder
From the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Killers of the Flower Moon, a page-turning story of shipwreck, survival, and savagery, culminating in a court martial that reveals a shocking truth. The powerful narrative reveals the deeper meaning of the events on The...
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Maame by George, Jessica
Maame
"An utterly charming and deeply moving portrait of the joys--and the guilt--of trying to find your own way in life." --Celeste Ng, #1 New York Times bestselling author "Meeting Maame feels like falling in love for the first time: warm, awkward, joyous, a little...
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The Fitful Sleep of Immigrants by Ortega-Medina, Orlando
The Fitful Sleep of Immigrants
Award-winning author and immigration attorney Orlando Ortega-Medina returns to 1990s San Francisco in The Fitful Sleep of Immigrants, a powerful family drama that plays out within a captivating legal thriller.Attorney Marc Mendes, the estranged son of a prominent Rabbi and a burned-out lawyer with...
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Divine Rivals by Ross, Rebecca
Divine Rivals
When two young rival journalists find love through a magical connection, they must face the depths of hell, in a war among gods, to seal their fate forever. After centuries of sleep, the gods are warring again. But eighteen-year-old Iris Winnow just wants to...
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Big Swiss by Beagin, Jen
Big Swiss
"Wild...hilarious...so good." --Cosmopolitan, Best Books of the Year * "A laugh-out-loud bad romance for Gen Xers and an ode to misfits who just want to belong." --Oprah Daily * "Always interesting...too fun to stop." --Vanity Fair "One of the funniest books of the last...
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  • Slavery
    Slavery
    SlaveryThe recent attempt of John Brown to incite an insurrection at Harper's Ferry has created no little excitement throughout the country. Strange and desperate as the movement was, it seems to have been the natural and necessary result of the long twenty years' war,...
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  • A Soldier of the Legion
    A Soldier of the Legion
    A Soldier of the Legion - An Englishman's Adventures Under the French Flag in Algeria and TonquinSitting at the terrace of a well-known caf, on the main boulevard of the French capital, some time ago, I happened to glance down the columns of a...
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  • Trails of the Pathfinders
    Trails of the Pathfinders
    Trails of the PathfindersThree centuries ago half a dozen tiny hamlets, peopled by white men, were scattered along the western shores of the North Atlantic Ocean. These little settlements owed allegiance to different nations of Europe, each of which had thrust out a hand...
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  • Armenia and the War
    Armenia and the War
    Armenia and the WarOf all the peoples upon whom this war has brought calamity and suffering, the Armenian people have had the most to endure. Great as has been the misery inflicted by the invaders upon the non-combatant populations of Belgium and Northern France,...
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  • Some of Our East Coast Towns
    Some of Our East Coast Towns
    Some of Our East Coast TownsChelmsford, one of the youngest of the Essex Boroughs, and almost a suburb of Greater London by means of the Great Eastern Railway, was, when I first knew it, a dignified county town, the leading people of which considered...
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  • The Sanitary Condition of the Poor in Relation to Disease, Poverty, and Crime
    The Sanitary Condition of the Poor in Relation to Disease, Poverty, and Crime
    The Sanitary Condition of the Poor in Relation to Disease, Poverty, and Crime - With an appendix on the control and prevention of infectious diseasesThe following pages having already appeared in the form of letters in the Marylebone Mercury, any preface on my part...
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  • How Beauty Was Saved, and Other Memories of the Sixties
    How Beauty Was Saved, and Other Memories of the Sixties
    How Beauty Was Saved, and Other Memories of the SixtiesIn the summer of 1862, in the Bayou Manchac country near Baton Rouge, Louisiana, there was a modest little schoolhouse called the "Dove's Nest." To that school came two young girls to complete a course...
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  • Bragelonnen varakreivi eli Muskettisoturien viimeiset urotyöt II (2)
    Bragelonnen varakreivi eli Muskettisoturien viimeiset urotyöt II (2)
    Bragelonnen varakreivi eli Muskettisoturien viimeiset urotyöt II (2) - Historiallinen romaani Ludvig XIV:n hovista 130. Ilta Madamen luona. 131. Tarina vedenneidosta ja sinipiiasta. 132. Kuninkaan mieliala. 133. Mit vedenneito ei aavistanut sen paremmin kuin sinipiikakaan. 134. Uusi jesuiittikenraali. 135. Rajuilma. 136. Sade. 137. Tobias....
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  • Bragelonnen varakreivi eli Muskettisoturien viimeiset urotyöt I
    Bragelonnen varakreivi eli Muskettisoturien viimeiset urotyöt I
    Bragelonnen varakreivi eli Muskettisoturien viimeiset urotyöt I - Historiallinen romaani Ludvig XIV:n hovista 1. Kirje. 2. Sanansaattaja. 3. Nuorten kohtaus. 4. Is ja poika. 5. Puhetta Cropolista ja Cropolesta sek maineettomaksi jneest suuresta maalarista. 6. Tuntematon. 7. Parry. 8. Kuningas Ludvig XIV kahdenkolmatta ikisen....
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  • Thoughts on the Proposed Inclosure of Waltham (commonly called Epping) and Hainault Forests
    Thoughts on the Proposed Inclosure of Waltham (commonly called Epping) and Hainault Forests
    Thoughts on the Proposed Inclosure of Waltham (commonly called Epping) and Hainault Forests - In which a new plan is suggested for disafforesting the same: with the heads of the bill now proposed for that purposePUBLISHED AND SOLD BY J. M. RICHARDSON, 23, CORNHILL,...
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  • Lowestoft in olden times
    Lowestoft in olden times
    Lowestoft in olden timesThe following pages contain lectures read before the members of St. Margarets Institute, at Lowestoft, with additions introduced to render the story somewhat more complete. Lowestoft of the present day, with its harbour, its magnificent fishing fleet, and its fine marine...
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  • Loughton, Essex: A brief account of the Manor and Parish
    Loughton, Essex: A brief account of the Manor and Parish
    Loughton, Essex: A brief account of the Manor and ParishForeword.Perhaps some apology is needed for reprinting this paper. It was read some ten years ago to the Club Literary Society, fully reported in the Loughton Gazette in March, 1903, and thereafter issued in pamphlet...
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  • Journael ofte gedenckwaerdige beschrijvinghe van de Oost-Indische Reyse van Willem Ysbrantsz. Bontekoe
    Journael ofte gedenckwaerdige beschrijvinghe van de Oost-Indische Reyse van Willem Ysbrantsz. Bontekoe
    Journael ofte gedenckwaerdige beschrijvinghe van de Oost-Indische Reyse van Willem Ysbrantsz. BontekoeVoor den schrijver van deze Inleiding is de nieuwe uitgave van het Journael van Willem Ysbrantsz. Bontekoe het teruggrijpen tot een voorliefde van voorheen, die hij zich nimmer zal ontveinzen dat een voorliefde...
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  • Letters to Catherine E. Beecher, in reply to an essay on slavery and abolitionism, addressed to A. E. Grimké
    Letters to Catherine E. Beecher, in reply to an essay on slavery and abolitionism, addressed to A. E. Grimké
    Letters to Catherine E. Beecher, in reply to an essay on slavery and abolitionism, addressed to A. E. GrimkéMy Dear Friend: Thy book has appeared just at a time, when, from the nature of my engagements, it will be impossible for me to give...
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  • Die dreizehn Bücher der deutschen Seele
    Die dreizehn Bücher der deutschen Seele
    Die dreizehn Bücher der deutschen SeeleOb du den Berg der Geschehnisse anschneiden knntest bis auf die Sohle, da du die Zeitalter im Querschnitt ihrer qualvollen Verschiebungen geschichtet shest, du wrdest keine Heimat fr deine Seele finden, weil die Schlacke des Gewesenen nur oben die...
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  • Deborah: A tale of the times of Judas Maccabaeus
    Deborah: A tale of the times of Judas Maccabaeus
    Deborah: A tale of the times of Judas MaccabaeusThe day had been one of intensest excitement in the city of Jerusalem. From earliest morning the population had poured out of the gates, and gathered on the high ground to the north that they might...
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  • Design and Tradition
    Design and Tradition
    Design and Tradition - A short account of the principles and historic development of architecture and the applied artsIT may be urged with some reasonable basis of truth that much of the modern art work fails to attain the level of that of the...
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  • Oaths of Allegiance in Colonial New England
    Oaths of Allegiance in Colonial New England
    Oaths of Allegiance in Colonial New EnglandThe antiquity of the custom of giving and taking Oaths, or the debatable questions of their observance being a religious or legal ceremony, and whether the moral or political aspect has the greater effect upon the minds of...
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  • Footprints of Abraham Lincoln
    Footprints of Abraham Lincoln
    Footprints of Abraham Lincoln - Presenting many interesting facts, reminiscences and illustrations never before publishedEverything pertaining to the life of Abraham Lincoln is of undying interest to the public. It may at first appear unnecessary, if not presumptuous, to add another volume to the...
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  • A Short History of the Worshipful Company of Horners
    A Short History of the Worshipful Company of Horners
    A Short History of the Worshipful Company of HornersThe discovery of the Old Book of the Worshipful Company of Horners, which has probably been missing for some 250 years, has brought added interest to the consideration of what is, perhaps, the oldest of the...
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Explore American, Ancient European, World History and More

History books offer a fascinating journey through time, providing insights into the events and people that shaped our world. Whether you're interested in broad overviews or detailed studies, there are countless history books available to satisfy your curiosity.

For those looking for the best books on history, several titles stand out. "Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind" by Yuval Noah Harari is a compelling read that covers the span of human history, from the emergence of Homo sapiens to the present day. It's widely considered one of the history novel due to its engaging narrative and insightful analysis.

If you're specifically interested in world history books, "Guns, Germs, and Steel" by Jared Diamond is a must-read. This book explores the factors that influenced the development of civilizations across different continents. Another excellent choice is "A Short History of Nearly Everything" by Bill Bryson, which provides a broad and accessible overview of world history.

For those focused on American history, "1776" by David McCullough offers a detailed account of the year of the Declaration of Independence and the American Revolutionary War. Another notable title is "Team of Rivals: The Political Genius of Abraham Lincoln" by Doris Kearns Goodwin, which delves into the life and leadership of one of America's greatest presidents. These are often cited as some of the great history books.

Exploring ancient European history can be equally rewarding. "SPQR: A History of Ancient Rome" by Mary Beard provides a thorough and engaging account of the Roman Empire. Another great choice is "The Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire" by Edward Gibbon, a classic work that remains influential in the study of ancient history.

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Q. What are some of the best books on history?

A. Some of the best books on history include "Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind" by Yuval Noah Harari, "Guns, Germs, and Steel" by Jared Diamond, and "A Short History of Nearly Everything" by Bill Bryson. These books offer comprehensive and engaging insights into various aspects of human history.

Q. What are good world history books to read?

A. Good world history books to read include "Guns, Germs, and Steel" by Jared Diamond, which examines the factors that shaped different civilizations, and "A Short History of Nearly Everything" by Bill Bryson, which provides an accessible overview of the history of our world.

Q. What are some recommended books about American history?

A. Recommended books about American history include "1776" by David McCullough, which details the American Revolutionary War, and "Team of Rivals: The Political Genius of Abraham Lincoln" by Doris Kearns Goodwin, which explores Abraham Lincoln's leadership and presidency. These are often listed among the best American history books.

Q. What are some notable books on ancient European history?

A. Notable books on ancient European history include "SPQR: A History of Ancient Rome" by Mary Beard, which provides a comprehensive look at the Roman Empire, and "The Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire" by Edward Gibbon, a classic work that remains influential in historical studies.

Q. Where can I find the best history books?

A. You can find the best history books at local bookstores, libraries, and online bookstores. Online bookstores often offer a wide selection and customer reviews, making it easier to choose the right book. Searching for best selling books and best books to read can also help you find highly recommended titles.

Q. What are some great history books to start with for beginners?

A. For beginners, great history books include "Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind" by Yuval Noah Harari for a broad overview of human history, and "A Short History of Nearly Everything" by Bill Bryson for an accessible introduction to various historical topics. These books are engaging and informative, making them ideal starting points for those new to history reading.

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