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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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  • An English Girl in Japan
    An English Girl in Japan
    An English Girl in JapanThe following sketches of life in Japan and the voyage there and back are taken from a diary which I kept during my travels. As Japan and its wonderful little people have come so much before the world during the...
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  • The Irish Penny Journal, Vol. 1 No. 27, January 2, 1841
    The Irish Penny Journal, Vol. 1 No. 27, January 2, 1841
    The Irish Penny Journal, Vol. 1 No. 27, January 2, 1841The village of Ballycomaisy was as pleasant a little place as one might wish to see of a summers day. To be sure, like all other Irish villages, it was remarkable for a superfluity...
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  • Lustreise ins Morgenland, Zweiter Theil (von 2)
    Lustreise ins Morgenland, Zweiter Theil (von 2)
    Lustreise ins Morgenland, Zweiter Theil (von 2)Der vorliegende Text wurde anhand der 1839 erschienenen Buchausgabe so weit wie mglich originalgetreu wiedergegeben. Ungewhnliche, altertmliche und inkonsistente Schreibweisen wurden, auch bei Eigennamen, beibehalten, insbesondere wenn es sich um bertragungen fremdsprachlicher Begriffe handelt oder diese im Text...
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  • Lustreise ins Morgenland, Erster Theil (von 2)
    Lustreise ins Morgenland, Erster Theil (von 2)
    Lustreise ins Morgenland, Erster Theil (von 2)Der vorliegende Text wurde anhand der 1839 erschienenen Buchausgabe so weit wie mglich originalgetreu wiedergegeben. Ungewhnliche, altertmliche und inkonsistente Schreibweisen wurden, auch bei Eigennamen, beibehalten, insbesondere wenn es sich um bertragungen fremdsprachlicher Begriffe handelt oder diese im Text...
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  • Jane Austen and Her Country-house Comedy
    Jane Austen and Her Country-house Comedy
    Jane Austen and Her Country-house Comedy "I concluded, however unaccountable the assertion might appear at first sight, that good-nature was an essential quality in a satirist, and that all the sentiments which are beautiful in this way of writing, must proceed from that quality...
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  • Some Stories of Old Ironsides
    Some Stories of Old Ironsides
    Some Stories of Old IronsidesOn a September day in 1803 an American frigate bowled along the rocky Spanish coast toward Gibraltar. From her bluff bows curled back a foamy wave. Above the blue waters rose a gracefully proportioned black hull. Around it, halfway up...
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  • The Irish Penny Journal, Vol. 1 No. 26, December 26, 1840
    The Irish Penny Journal, Vol. 1 No. 26, December 26, 1840
    The Irish Penny Journal, Vol. 1 No. 26, December 26, 1840In a recent number of our journal we called the attention of our readers to the little-appreciated beauties of Lough Erne; and we now present them with another vista of that delightful locality in...
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  • The History Teacher's Magazine, Vol. I, No. 1, September, 1909
    The History Teacher's Magazine, Vol. I, No. 1, September, 1909
    The History Teacher's Magazine, Vol. I, No. 1, September, 1909 It aims to bring to the teacher of these topics the latest news of his profession. It will describe recent methods of history teaching, and such experiments as may be tried by teachers in...
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  • The Life of Henry Bradley Plant
    The Life of Henry Bradley Plant
    The Life of Henry Bradley Plant - Founder and President of the Plant System of Railroads and Steamships and Also of the Southern Express CompanyIF it be asked why another biography is added to the almost endless number now in our bookstores and libraries,...
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  • Sewastopol
    Sewastopol
    SewastopolLeo Tolstoj war aus dem Kaukasus in die Heimat zurckgekehrt. Er war Soldat und konnte sich nach den kleinen Scharmtzeln mit den ungebndigten Gebirgsstmmen, auch dem gewaltigen Vlkerkriege nicht entziehen, dessen Schauplatz die Krim ward. Vor Sewastopol fiel die Entscheidung in diesem ungleichen Kampfe,...
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  • History of the settlement of Upper Canada (Ontario,)
    History of the settlement of Upper Canada (Ontario,)
    History of the settlement of Upper Canada (Ontario,) - with special reference to the Bay QuintéContentsAntiquarianismRecords of the Early NationsTraditionThe PressThe Eastern WorldThe Western WorldImportance of HistoryColumbusColonizationCanadaAmericaCartierFrench Canadian writersCartiers first visitHuguenotsCartiers second visitJean FrancoisSir George E. CartierEstablishment of the Fur TradeChamplainDiscovery of Lake OntarioBay...
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  • Liberia: Description, History, Problems
    Liberia: Description, History, Problems
    Liberia: Description, History, ProblemsAfrica has been partitioned among the nations. The little kingdom of Abyssinia, in the north, and the Republic of Liberia, upon the west coast, are all of the continent that remain in the hands of Africans. Liberia alone is in the...
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  • The Irish Penny Journal, Vol. 1 No. 25, December 19, 1840
    The Irish Penny Journal, Vol. 1 No. 25, December 19, 1840
    The Irish Penny Journal, Vol. 1 No. 25, December 19, 1840In presenting our readers with a drawing, made expressly for the purpose, of the Monumental Sculpture intended to memorise the mortal form of an illustrious Irishman, who was beloved and honoured by the great...
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  • Travels to Discover the Source of the Nile, Volume 3 (of 5)
    Travels to Discover the Source of the Nile, Volume 3 (of 5)
    Travels to Discover the Source of the Nile, Volume 3 (of 5) - In the years 1768, 1769, 1770, 1771, 1772 and 1773Masuah, which means the port or harbour of the Shepherds, is a small island immediately on the Abyssinian shore, having an excellent...
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  • The Cruise of the Dream Ship
    The Cruise of the Dream Ship
    The Cruise of the Dream ShipWe all have our dreams. Without them we should be clods. It is in our dreams that we accomplish the impossible; the rich man dumps his load of responsibility and lives in a log shack on a mountain top,...
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  • La 628-E8
    La 628-E8
    La 628-E8 - Comprenant en annexe le chapitre intégral "Balzac" qui ddier le rcit de ce voyage, sinon vous, cher Monsieur Charron, qui avez combin, construit, anim, d'une vie merveilleuse, la merveilleuse automobile o je l'accomplis, sans fatigue et sans accrocs? Cet hommage, je...
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  • Observations and Reflections Made in the Course of a Journey through France, Italy, and Germany, Vol. 2 (of 2)
    Observations and Reflections Made in the Course of a Journey through France, Italy, and Germany, Vol. 2 (of 2)
    Observations and Reflections Made in the Course of a Journey through France, Italy, and Germany, Vol. 2 (of 2)On the tenth day of this month we arrived early at Naples, for I think it was about two oclock in the morning; and sure the...
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  • The battle-fields of Ireland, from 1688 to 1691
    The battle-fields of Ireland, from 1688 to 1691
    The battle-fields of Ireland, from 1688 to 1691 - including Limerick and Athlone, Aughrim and the Boyne. Being an outline history of the Jacobite war in Ireland, and the causes which led to itMost of the following chapters were written some time since, at...
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  • The Irish Penny Journal, Vol. 1 No. 24, December 12, 1840
    The Irish Penny Journal, Vol. 1 No. 24, December 12, 1840
    The Irish Penny Journal, Vol. 1 No. 24, December 12, 1840The ruins of the old castellated Mansion of Donegal are not only interesting as affording, to use the words of Sir R. Colt Hoare, a good subject for the pencil, but still more as...
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  • Russian Memories
    Russian Memories
    Russian Memories It is perhaps a little superfluous for one of my years to write an introduction for one so well known and so much esteemed and admired as Madame Novikoff. And yet it may seem just, if it does not seem vain, that...
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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 best history books 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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