History
Discover the best books on history, the history novel including world, American, and ancient European history. Find top-selling history books and must-reads at our online bookstore.
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In Pursuit of the Unknown: 17 Equations That Changed the WorldThe seventeen equations that form the basis for life as we know it. Most people are familiar with history's great equations: Newton's Law of Gravity, for instance, or Einstein's theory of relativity. But the way these mathematical breakthroughs have contributed to human progress is...
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In Defense Of Sanity: The Best Essays of G.K. Chesterton"In Defense of Sanity: The Best Essays of G.K. Chesterton" is a captivating collection of G.K. Chesterton's most insightful and witty essays. Covering a wide range of topics, from literature to faith and politics, Chesterton's timeless wisdom shines through. These essays offer a refreshing...
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Im Westen nichts NeuesIm Westen nichts Neues erschien als Vorabdruck ab dem 10. November 1928 in der Vossischen Zeitung, in Buchform beim Propyläen Verlag am 29. Januar 1929. Innerhalb von elf Wochen erreichte es nach Verlagsangaben eine Auflage von 450.000 Exemplaren. Es wurde noch im selben Jahr...
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I Don't Want to Go Home: The Oral History of the Stone Pony"Reading Nick Corasaniti's delightful book about the storied Asbury Park, New Jersey, club is like sitting at your favorite bar listening to the old regulars tell magnificent stories."--Rolling Stone, Best Music Books of the YearA captivating oral history of the iconic music venue the...
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How to Survive in the Age of Pirates: A Handy Guide to Swashbuckling Adventures, Avoiding Deadly Diseases, and Escaping the Ruthless Renegades of theThis ultimate survival guide transports you back in time to the golden age of pirates, when fearsome captains like Barbarossa and Blackbeard made the rules. Find out if you have what it takes to sail through this ruthless world of cutthroats and renegades--if you...
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How to Sound Smart at Parties: An Evening of Fun Facts & Curious ConversationsWelcome to the most interesting dinner party you've ever attended! Join seven friends for an evening of trivia, myth-busting, and camaraderie. You'll have a front row seat at the party, listening in to the early small talk--where light and fun ideas are discussed ("Did...
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How to Make a Home: An Ancient Guide to Style and ComfortAn entertaining and enlightening collection of ancient Roman writings about home design and decoration The idea that our homes can communicate professional as well as personal identities may seem as new as the work-from-home revolution. But it was second nature to the ancient Romans,...
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How the U.S. Government Works: A Kid's Guide to CivicsNewly updated edition!Discover everything you need to know about American democracy with this easy-to-read guide to our government!How the U.S. Government Works is a fact-packed primer that helps kids understand the many facets of America's federal system. Readers will learn about how the government...
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House of Lilies: The Dynasty That Made Medieval France"A joy to read...one of the most entertaining popular history books published in recent years" (Dan Jones, Sunday Times), this is the definitive history of the Capetians, the crusading dynasty that made the French crown the wealthiest and most powerful in medieval Europe and...
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HopiThis title introduces readers to the Hopi people. Text covers traditional ways of life, including social structure, homes, food, art, clothing, and more. Also discussed is contact with Europeans, as well as how the people keep their culture alive today. Aligned to Common Core...
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Honda 70 Enthusiast's Guide: All CL, CT, SL, & XL 72cc models 1969-1994The CT-70 was Honda's third-best selling motorcycle. Add in the CL, SL, and XL 70s, and you have a big chunk of Honda's production between 1969 and 1994. All four of these 72cc motorcycles are featured in this book - Honda 70 Enthusiast's Guide...
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Holding Fire: A Reckoning with the American West"Beautifully observed. . . This jewel of a book belongs on the shelf with our best Western writers--Norman MacLean, Pam Houston, and Annie Proulx."--John Vaillant, bestselling author of The Tiger and The Golden SpruceFrom the award-winning author of Down from the Mountain, a memoir...
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History of the World in 500 PeopleExplore the lives of the most influential people in history, from the dawn of civilization to the present day. History is made by the people who were there, and this book looks at the lives of 500 remarkable people who have shaped the story...
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History of the World in 500 BuildingsExamine the origins, history, and influence of 500 famous buildings that have shaped civilizations around the world. Discover the fascinating story of humanity through the lens of 500 remarkable buildings that have shaped our world. This beautifully illustrated book with full-color photos and meticulously...
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History Comics: World War II: Fight on the Home FrontTurn back the clock with History Comics! In this volume, learn how millions of Americans joined the fight by working assembly lines, growing vegetables, and collecting scrap metal during World War II! When we think of war, we often focus on the battlefields. But...
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Historians' Fallacie: Toward a Logic of Historical Thought"If one laughs when David Hackett Fischer sits down to play, one will stay to cheer. His book must be read three times: the first in anger, the srcond in laughter, the third in respect....The wisdom is expressed with a certin ruthlessness. Scarcly a...
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High Desert, Higher Costs: Bend and the Housing Crisis in the American WestNestled against the Cascade Mountains, former lumber town Bend, Oregon, entices residents who long to live in a wonderland of sagebrush and forests. But like so many other communities across the West, Bend has too few homes for everyone clambering for access. In High...
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Guts & Glory: World War IIDiscover legendary commanders, tremendous fights, elite soldiers, and courageous individuals whose deeds truly made the difference in this jaw-dropping guide to the biggest war the world has ever seen. From massive aerial battles that clouded the skies with planes to deathly secret operations deep...
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Guerrilla Warfare"Should be on the required reading lists of the Chiefs of Staff and [the President's] advisers." --"The Western Political QuarterlyStartlingly relevant to our own time, Che's essays in this manifesto on asymmetrical warfare established the principles of waging a popular rebellion. Che outlines his...
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Growing Wings: The Inside Story of Red Bull RacingPacked with intrigue, high-stakes schemes, and adrenalin-fueled action on-and-off the track, the brilliant and gripping inside story of Formula One's most fascinating, swagger-rich, and win-at-all-costs team, Red Bull, now celebrating its twentieth anniversary.A propulsive, dramatic thrill ride, Growing Wings chronicles two incredible decades of...
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