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The Wager: A Tale of Shipwreck, Mutiny and Murder by Grann, David
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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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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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  • Michelin's Illustrated Guides to the Battle-fields (1914-1918)
    Michelin's Illustrated Guides to the Battle-fields (1914-1918)
    Rheims and the Battles for its Possession"Sublime population who, like the Municipal Authoritiesmodels of devotion to duty and despising all dangergave proof of magnificent courage, by remaining more than three years under the constant menace of the enemy's attacks, and by leaving their homes...
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  • Nicotiana Or, The Smoker's and Snuff-Taker's Companion
    Nicotiana Or, The Smoker's and Snuff-Taker's Companion
    Nicotiana; Or, The Smoker's and Snuff-Taker's CompanionMany an excellent cause has been lost through the want of sound arguments, founded on a knowledge of the case, to support and place it in its proper light. None, perhaps, more than smoking and snuff-taking, the propriety...
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  • South Africa and the Transvaal War, Vol. 3 (of 8)
    South Africa and the Transvaal War, Vol. 3 (of 8)
    South Africa and the Transvaal War, Vol. 3 (of 8) - From the Battle of Colenso, 15th Dec. 1899, to Lord Roberts's Advance into the Free State, 12th Feb. 190019.Important order issued from the War Office, announcing that the Government had decided to raise...
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  • The Plébiscite; or, A Miller's Story of the War
    The Plébiscite; or, A Miller's Story of the War
    The Plébiscite; or, A Miller's Story of the War - By One of the 7,500,000 Who Voted "Yes" The present volume serves to emphasize the important connection, so generally now lost sight of, between the plbiscite of 1870 in France and the war with...
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  • The Invasion of France in 1814
    The Invasion of France in 1814
    The Invasion of France in 1814 The invasion of France by the allied armies after the battle of Leipsic had proved the German campaign even more disastrous than that of Russia the year before, was not only essentially the death-blow to the power of...
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  • Beknopte Geschiedenis van Friesland in Hoofdtrekken
    Beknopte Geschiedenis van Friesland in Hoofdtrekken
    Beknopte Geschiedenis van Friesland in HoofdtrekkenVan waar mag het toch zijn, vraagt de Geschiedvorscher, dat de Nederlanders zich zoo vaak op de Batavieren beroepen, als op hunne Voorvaders, uit wier bloed zij zeggen gesproten te zijn, daar zulks historisch betwistbaar is? Wel waren zij...
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  • The Works of Daniel Webster, Volume 1
    The Works of Daniel Webster, Volume 1
    The Works of Daniel Webster, Volume 1I dedicate this volume to you, not only for the love I have for yourselves, but also as a tribute of affection to his memory, and from a desire that the name of my brother, Former Editions of...
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  • The Issue: The Case for Sinn Fein
    The Issue: The Case for Sinn Fein
    The Issue: The Case for Sinn FeinDoes Ireland wish to be free? Do we alone among the ancient Nations of Europe desire to remain slaves? That, and that alone, is the question which every Irish elector has now to answer. Let us put everything...
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  • Throckmorton: A Novel
    Throckmorton: A Novel
    Throckmorton: A NovelIn a lowland Virginia neighborhood, strangely cut off from the rest of the world geographically, and wrapped in a profound and charming stillness, a little universe exists. It has its oracles of law, medicine, and divinity; its wars and alliances. Free from...
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  • Conscript 2989: Experiences of a Drafted Man
    Conscript 2989: Experiences of a Drafted Man
    Conscript 2989: Experiences of a Drafted Man and every other Mother and Father, who spend hours wondering about the welfare of their son, this book is dedicated. And with it comes the assurance that life in the big cantonment contains a full measure of...
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  • Visits and Sketches at Home and Abroad, Vol. 1 (of 3)
    Visits and Sketches at Home and Abroad, Vol. 1 (of 3)
    Visits and Sketches at Home and Abroad, Vol. 1 (of 3) - With Tales and Miscellanies Now First Collected It seems a foolish thing to send into the world a book requiring a preface of apologies; and yet more absurd, to presume that any...
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  • Visits and Sketches at Home and Abroad, Vol. 3 (of 3)
    Visits and Sketches at Home and Abroad, Vol. 3 (of 3)
    Visits and Sketches at Home and Abroad, Vol. 3 (of 3) - With Tales and Miscellanies Now First Collected [The following little sketch was written a few days after the death of Mrs. Siddons, and was called forth by certain paragraphs which appeared in...
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  • Visits and Sketches at Home and Abroad, Vol. 2 (of 3)
    Visits and Sketches at Home and Abroad, Vol. 2 (of 3)
    Visits and Sketches at Home and Abroad, Vol. 2 (of 3) - With Tales and Miscellanies Now First Collected Tuesday.M. de Klenze called this morning and conducted me over the whole of the new palace. The design, when completed, will form a vast quadrangle....
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  • King Matthias and the Beggar Boy
    King Matthias and the Beggar Boy
    King Matthias and the Beggar BoyTowards the close of a gloomy day in autumn, a very dusty traveller was riding quietly up to a castle which stood perched on a height in one of the northern counties of Hungary. A very extraordinary-looking castle it...
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  • Rome
    Rome
    RomeMARBLE RELIEF OF THE AMBARVALIA SACRIFICE, IN THE FORUM The sacrifice of the suovetaurilia took place at the confines of Rome and Alba Longa after the perlustration of the Roman ager. See pages 15, 70. The twelve chapters in this book were all written...
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  • Création et rédemption, première partie: Le docteur mystérieux
    Création et rédemption, première partie: Le docteur mystérieux
    Création et rédemption, première partie: Le docteur mystérieuxLe 17 juillet 1785, la Creuse, aprs une matine d'orage, roulait profonde et trouble entre deux rangs de maisons fort peu symtriquement alignes sur ses rives, et qui baignaient dans l'eau leur pied de bois. Toutes vieilles...
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  • Bygones Worth Remembering, Vol. 1 (of 2)
    Bygones Worth Remembering, Vol. 1 (of 2)
    Bygones Worth Remembering, Vol. 1 (of 2) If the preface of a book be a plea to the reader, its force must lie in the aims of the author. In the following pages his main aim has been to be of service to somebody....
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  • Bygones Worth Remembering, Vol. 2 (of 2)
    Bygones Worth Remembering, Vol. 2 (of 2)
    Bygones Worth Remembering, Vol. 2 (of 2) CHAPTER XXIV. CONVERSATIONS WITH MR. GLADSTONE CHAPTER XXV. HERBERT SPENCER, THE THINKER CHAPTER XXVI. SINGULAR CAREER OF MR. DISRAELI CHAPTER XXVII. CHARACTERISTICS OF JOSEPH COWEN CHAPTER XXVIII. CHARACTERISTICS OF JOSEPH COWEN CHAPTER XXIX. THE PERIL OF SCRUPLES...
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  • A Book About the Theater
    A Book About the Theater
    A Book About the TheaterFrench Dramatists of the 19th Century Pen and Ink, Essays on subjects of more or less importance Aspects of Fiction, and other Essays The Historical Novel, and other Essays Parts of Speech, Essays on English The Development of the Drama...
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  • Triumphs of Invention and Discovery in Art and Science
    Triumphs of Invention and Discovery in Art and Science
    Triumphs of Invention and Discovery in Art and ScienceIt is not difficult to account for the pre-eminence, generally assigned to the victories of war over the victories of peace in popular history. The noise and ostentation which attend the former, the air of romance...
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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.

FAQ's

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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