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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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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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  • The Kingdom of Georgia: Notes of travel in a land of women, wine, and song
    The Kingdom of Georgia: Notes of travel in a land of women, wine, and song
    The Kingdom of Georgia: Notes of travel in a land of women, wine, and songThere were four of ustwo Frenchmen, an Italian, and an Englishman. We had ridden from Damascus to Baalbek, and had seen the ruins; after dinner, we were lying on heaps...
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  • Anecdotes of the Great War, Gathered from European Sources
    Anecdotes of the Great War, Gathered from European Sources
    Anecdotes of the Great War, Gathered from European SourcesHuman nature proves to be much the same in time of stress as under more cheerful circumstances, and the lads at the front, in the trenches, and even in the hospitals, as well as the sad-hearted...
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  • Social England under the Regency, Vol. 1 (of 2)
    Social England under the Regency, Vol. 1 (of 2)
    Social England under the Regency, Vol. 1 (of 2)Certainly, it is not the least part of an Author's reward, for all his pains and trouble, to find that the Public appreciates his efforts, and purchases, and reads his books. This, I am happy to...
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  • Five Years' Explorations at Thebes
    Five Years' Explorations at Thebes
    Five Years' Explorations at Thebes - A Record of Work Done 1907-1911 by The Earl of Carnarvon and Howard CarterTHE necropolis of Thebesthe great city which for so many centuries had been the capital of Egyptlies on the western side of the Nile valley,...
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  • Charles Sumner: his complete works, volume 11 (of 20)
    Charles Sumner: his complete works, volume 11 (of 20)
    Charles Sumner: his complete works, volume 11 (of 20)February 8, 1864, on the day of introducing his Amendment of the Constitution, declaring that all persons are equal before the law, Mr. Sumner asked, and by unanimous consent obtained, leave to bring in a bill...
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  • Meine Reise nach Siam 1888-1889
    Meine Reise nach Siam 1888-1889
    Meine Reise nach Siam 1888-1889. - Aufzeichnungen des k. und k. Legationsrathes Dr. J. Camille SamsonDie folgenden Bltter enthalten Aufzeichnungen unseres frh verschiedenen Freundes ber eine im Jahre 1888 unternommene Reise nach Siam. Er war damals dem fr die drei ostasiatischen Hfe ernannten Gesandten...
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  • From Paris to Pekin over Siberian Snows
    From Paris to Pekin over Siberian Snows
    From Paris to Pekin over Siberian Snows - A Narrative of a Journey by Sledge over the Snows of European Russia and Siberia, by Caravan Through Mongolia, Across the Gobi Desert and the Great Wall, and by Mule Palanquin Through China to PekinEmbarrassed readers,...
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  • Noted Speeches of Abraham Lincoln, Including the Lincoln-Douglas Debate
    Noted Speeches of Abraham Lincoln, Including the Lincoln-Douglas Debate
    Noted Speeches of Abraham Lincoln, Including the Lincoln-Douglas DebateWhen Abraham was seven years old, his father, Thomas Lincoln, moved with his family to Indiana. It was a cold, dreary winter for them in the rude shed which Abraham, knowing well how to handle an...
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  • The Western Front
    The Western Front
    The Western Front - Drawings by Muirhead BoneThe original book did not have a Table of Contents or a List of Illustrations. Those have been added by Transcriber, using the content of the original book, and placed in the Public Domain. The conditions under...
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  • Samuel Pepys and the Royal Navy
    Samuel Pepys and the Royal Navy
    Samuel Pepys and the Royal NavyIn 1919 the writer was appointed by the Master and Fellows of Trinity College, Cambridge, Lees Knowles Lecturer in Military and Naval History for the academical year 1919-20, and the lectures are now printed almost exactly in the form...
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  • The religious and loyal subject's duty considered: with regard to the present Government and the Revolution
    The religious and loyal subject's duty considered: with regard to the present Government and the Revolution
    The religious and loyal subject's duty considered: with regard to the present Government and the Revolution - A sermon preached in the Cathedral Church of Canterbury, on Wednesday, January 30, 1722-3THERE is no need that I should acquaint any who are here present 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)
    Amiens Before and During the War[A] The above information dates from, March 1st, 1919, and may no longer be exact when it meets the readers eye. Tourists are therefore recommended to consult the latest edition of the Michelin Guide to France (English or French),...
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  • Gunshot Roentgenograms
    Gunshot Roentgenograms
    Gunshot Roentgenograms - A Collection of Roentgenograms Taken in Constantinople During the Turko-Balkan War, 1912-1913, Illustrating Some Gunshot Wounds in the Turkish ArmyThese roentgenograms are not presented as exhibiting a state of perfection in the art or method by which they were produced, although...
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  • Benjamin of Ohio: A Story of the Settlement of Marietta
    Benjamin of Ohio: A Story of the Settlement of Marietta
    Benjamin of Ohio: A Story of the Settlement of MariettaThe author of this series of stories for children has endeavored simply to show why and how the descendants of the early colonists fought their way through the wilderness in search of new homes. The...
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  • Reden an die deutsche Nation
    Reden an die deutsche Nation
    Reden an die deutsche NationAls eine Fortsetzung der Vorlesungen, die ich im Winter vor drei Jahren allhier an derselben Sttte gehalten, und welche unter dem Titel: Grundzge des gegenwrtigen Zeitalters gedruckt sind, habe ich die Reden,[1] die ich hiermit beginne, angekndigt. Ich hatte in...
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  • Outlines of Zuñi Creation Myths
    Outlines of Zuñi Creation Myths
    Outlines of Zuñi Creation Myths - Thirteenth Annual Report of the Bureau of Ethnology to the Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution, 1891-1892, Government Printing Office, Washington, 1896, pages 321-448During the earlier years of my life with the Zui Indians of western-central New Mexico, from...
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  • In Search of Mademoiselle
    In Search of Mademoiselle
    In Search of MademoiselleThere were no more vivid episodes in the colonization of the New World than those resulting from the attempts of the French people to gain a permanent foothold on our shores. This fact has long been recognized by sober historians as...
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  • The Command in the Battle of Bunker Hill
    The Command in the Battle of Bunker Hill
    The Command in the Battle of Bunker Hill - With a Reply to "Remarks on Frothingham's History of the Battle, by S. Swett"The preparation of a History of Charlestownthe occupation of leisure hoursled to large collections relative to the military events which occurred in...
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  • Viaggio pel lago di Como
    Viaggio pel lago di Como
    Viaggio pel lago di Como Al forastiero, che dottamente curioso viene a visitare l'inclita Como per indi intraprendere il delizioso viaggio del massimo Lario, non pu per nostro avviso riescir discaro, che prima di porgergli la descrizione del Lario del conte Giambattista Giovio, gli...
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  • Ireland under the Tudors, with a Succinct Account of the Earlier History. Vol. 2 (of 3)
    Ireland under the Tudors, with a Succinct Account of the Earlier History. Vol. 2 (of 3)
    Ireland under the Tudors, with a Succinct Account of the Earlier History. Vol. 2 (of 3)The proclamation of Anne Boleyns daughter can hardly have caused general satisfaction in Ireland, but it was hailed with joy by Protestant officials whose prospects had been clouded during...
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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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