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"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
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"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
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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
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"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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  • Wanderings in India, and Other Sketches of Life in Hindostan
    Wanderings in India, and Other Sketches of Life in Hindostan
    Wanderings in India, and Other Sketches of Life in Hindostan[1] It is some eighteen years since this institution was founded, at Mussoorie, one of the chief sanataria in the Himalaya mountains. Here all those who can obtain leave, and who can afford the additional...
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  • The Trail of The Badger: A Story of the Colorado Border Thirty Years Ago
    The Trail of The Badger: A Story of the Colorado Border Thirty Years Ago
    The Trail of The Badger: A Story of the Colorado Border Thirty Years AgoIn writing the adventures of the boys who followed "The Trail of the Badger" down into that part of Colorado where the fringes of two discordant civilizations overlapped each otherthe strenuous...
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  • Die drei Sprünge des Wang-lun: Chinesischer Roman
    Die drei Sprünge des Wang-lun: Chinesischer Roman
    Die drei Sprünge des Wang-lun: Chinesischer Roman Die Straen haben sonderbare Stimmen in den letzten Jahren bekommen. Ein Rost ist unter die Steine gespannt; an jeder Stange baumeln meterdicke Glasscherben, grollende Eisenplatten, echokuende Mannesmannrhren. Ein Bummern, Durcheinanderpoltern aus Holz, Mammutschlnden, gepreter Luft, Gerll. Ein...
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  • Domitia
    Domitia
    DomitiaFlashes as of lightning shot from each side of a galley as she was being rowed into port. She was a bireme, that is to say, had two tiers of oars; and as simultaneously the double sets were lifted, held for a moment suspended,...
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  • Madame Sans-Gêne, Tome 3
    Madame Sans-Gêne, Tome 3
    Madame Sans-Gêne, Tome 3 - Le Roi de RomeLe 20 mars 1811, l'empereur Napolon, au fate de la puissance, l'apoge de la gloire, apparaissait dominateur en Europe, matre des destines du restant du monde, arbitre de la paix et de la guerre, et rien...
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  • The Real Jefferson Davis
    The Real Jefferson Davis
    The Real Jefferson DavisFor four years Jefferson Davis was the central and most conspicuous figure in the greatest revolution of history. Prior to that time no statesman of his day left a deeper or more permanent impress upon legislation. His achievements alone as Secretary...
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  • Uudesta Maailmasta: Hajanaisia matkakuvia Amerikasta
    Uudesta Maailmasta: Hajanaisia matkakuvia Amerikasta
    Uudesta Maailmasta: Hajanaisia matkakuvia Amerikasta SISLLYS: New-Yorkissa. Ppiirteet Washingtonin naiskokouksesta. Orjuuden ajoilta. Spiritistit ja salaperisyyden harrastus Philadelphiassa. Niagara. Ole Bullin ja Longfellowin kodit. Mark Twainin seurassa. Harriet Beecher Stowe. Indianapolissa. Vaalikokous Chicagossa. "Kristillinen tiede." Kalliovuorten poikki. Opettajakokous San Fransiskossa. Tyynen meren rannalla. Ameriikan Kiina....
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  • The Book of Coniston
    The Book of Coniston
    The Book of ConistonOur first walk is naturally to climb the Coniston Old Man. By the easiest route, which fortunately is the most interesting, there is a path to the top; good as paths go on mountainsthat is, plain to findand by its very...
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  • With the Ulster Division in France
    With the Ulster Division in France
    With the Ulster Division in France - A Story of the 11th Battalion Royal Irish Rifles (South Antrim Volunteers), From Bordon to Thiepval.The appearance of this little book needs a word of explanation. While at the front with the Ulster Division, the late Captain...
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  • Invention: The Master-key to Progress
    Invention: The Master-key to Progress
    Invention: The Master-key to ProgressTo show that inventors have accomplished more than most persons realize, not only in bringing forth new mechanisms, but in doing creative work in many walks of life, is, in part, the object of this book. To suggest what they...
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  • The Life Savers: A story of the United States life-saving service
    The Life Savers: A story of the United States life-saving service
    The Life Savers: A story of the United States life-saving service... The initiatory movement was the organization by a few benevolent persons of the Massachusetts Humane Society in 1786. In attempting to alleviate the miseries of shipwreck on the Massachusetts coast, small huts were...
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  • De schippersjongen, of Leiden in strijd en nood
    De schippersjongen, of Leiden in strijd en nood
    De schippersjongen, of Leiden in strijd en noodHier is de derde druk van De Schippersjongen, of Leiden in strijd en nood.Een nieuw boekje is het niet, maar er is toch z veel in veranderd, dat ik op den titel geheel omgewerkt durfde zetten.Het veranderen...
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  • Storia delle repubbliche italiane dei secoli di mezzo, v. 09 (of 16)
    Storia delle repubbliche italiane dei secoli di mezzo, v. 09 (of 16)
    Storia delle repubbliche italiane dei secoli di mezzo, v. 09 (of 16) Stato dell'Italia nell'epoca del viaggio e dell'ingresso dell'imperatore Sigismondo in Roma; Eugenio IV in guerra coi Colonna, cogli Ussiti, col concilio di Basilea, e coi suoi sudditi. Rivoluzioni di Firenze; esilio e...
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  • Storia delle repubbliche italiane dei secoli di mezzo, v. 08 (of 16)
    Storia delle repubbliche italiane dei secoli di mezzo, v. 08 (of 16)
    Storia delle repubbliche italiane dei secoli di mezzo, v. 08 (of 16) Abbiamo guidati i nostri lettori fino alla fine dei XIV secolo, in quest'importante periodo facendoci una costante legge di tener dietro non solo alle rivoluzioni dei diversi popoli dell'Italia, ma ancora alla...
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  • The Sorceress of Rome
    The Sorceress of Rome
    The Sorceress of RomeThe darkness of the tenth century is dissipated by no contemporary historian. Monkish chronicles alone shed a faint light over the discordant chaos of the Italian world. Rome was no longer the capital of the earth. The seat of empire had...
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  • The Scandinavian Element in the United States
    The Scandinavian Element in the United States
    The Scandinavian Element in the United States - University of Illinois Studies in the Social Sciences, Vol. 111, No. 3, September, 1914The history of the United States, according to newer views which have largely supplanted, or progressed beyond, those of the New England school...
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  • Histoire de la civilisation égyptienne des origines à la conquête d'Alexandre
    Histoire de la civilisation égyptienne des origines à la conquête d'Alexandre
    Histoire de la civilisation égyptienne des origines à la conquête d'AlexandreUne Egypte immuable, fige dans sa civilisation hiratique depuis laube la plus lointaine de lhistoire jusquau moment o elle tombe entre les mains des Grecs, une Egypte entirement spare du reste de lhumanit et...
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  • Original Photographs Taken on the Battlefields during the Civil War of the United States
    Original Photographs Taken on the Battlefields during the Civil War of the United States
    Original Photographs Taken on the Battlefields during the Civil War of the United StatesHe followed the Armies during the Civil War and secured these remarkable NegativesIn conference with Major-General Burnside at the Headquarters of the Army of the Potomac near Richmond, VirginiaBrady occupies the...
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  • One Irish Summer
    One Irish Summer
    One Irish Summer BY WILLIAM ELEROY CURTIS AUTHOR OF The Yankees of the East, Between the Andes and the Ocean Modern India, The Turk and his Lost Provinces To-day in Syria and Palestine, etc. For those who have never spent a summer in Ireland...
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  • The Danes in Lancashire and Yorkshire
    The Danes in Lancashire and Yorkshire
    The Danes in Lancashire and YorkshireThe story of the 'childhood of our race' who inhabited the counties of Lancashire and Yorkshire before the Norman Conquest, is an almost blank page to the popular reader of to-day. The last invaders of our shores, whom we...
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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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