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Fourth Wing
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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  • The Rivers of Great Britain, Descriptive, Historical, Pictorial: Rivers of the East Coast
    The Rivers of Great Britain, Descriptive, Historical, Pictorial: Rivers of the East Coast
    The Rivers of Great Britain, Descriptive, Historical, Pictorial: Rivers of the East Coast[Pg viii] We are indebted for the use of Photographs on pages 1, 4, 8, 9, 12, 15, 17, 21, 24, 25, 29, 32, 33, 40, 45, 48, 57, 65, 71, 76,...
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  • Minnesota, the North Star State
    Minnesota, the North Star State
    Minnesota, the North Star StateIf this compend of Minnesota history shall be found a desirable addition to those already before the public, it will be due to the good fortune of the writer in reaching original sources of information not accessible to his predecessors....
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  • English Heraldic Book-stamps
    English Heraldic Book-stamps
    English Heraldic Book-stampsThe coats-of-arms and crests which are figured and described in the following pages do not exhaust the number of stamps of this kind that must exist on bookbindings throughout England, Scotland, and Ireland. Perhaps some day I shall go on my travels...
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  • Schetsen uit Amerika en Tafereelen uit Italië
    Schetsen uit Amerika en Tafereelen uit Italië
    Schetsen uit Amerika en Tafereelen uit ItaliëNooit zal ik de n kwart ernstige en drie kwart grappige verbazing vergeten, waarmee ik den derden Januari achttienhonderd twee en veertig s morgens de deur opendeed van, en mijn hoofd stak in een paviljoen of zoogenaamde Staatsie-hut...
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  • Les civilisés: Roman
    Les civilisés: Roman
    Les civilisés: RomanL'an pass, je risquais mon premier livre; et ce livre,trs jeune,vous teniez le prsenter vous-mme au public, le couvrir de votre nom comme d'une gide. Vous criviez une prface exquise, et je sais que beaucoup de gens sans indulgence ont pardonn l'auteur...
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    €6,09 EUR
  • Transatlantische Reiseskizzen und Christophorus Bärenhäuter. Zweites Bändchen
    Transatlantische Reiseskizzen und Christophorus Bärenhäuter. Zweites Bändchen
    Transatlantische Reiseskizzen und Christophorus Bärenhäuter. Zweites Bändchen. Es war ein heiterer, heier Junimorgen, als ich das Redriver[1]-Dampfschiff betrat. Die Sonne brannte wie ein glhender Hochofen, kein Lftchen wehte, nur der Strom hauchte erfrischende Khle aus seinen ungeheuern Wassermassen. Ich blickte noch einmal zurck an...
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  • Transatlantische Reiseskizzen und Christopherus Bärenhäuter. Erstes Bändchen
    Transatlantische Reiseskizzen und Christopherus Bärenhäuter. Erstes Bändchen
    Transatlantische Reiseskizzen und Christopherus Bärenhäuter. Erstes Bändchen.Sie erhalten hiermit, Ihrem Wunsche gem, ein zweites Geistesprodukt, aus derselben Feder geflossen, die einige Ihrer literarischen Freunde bereits im Manuscripte in so hohem Grade angesprochen hat. Es sind Skizzen, die zum Theile schon vor mehreren Jahren geschrieben,...
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    €6,09 EUR
  • Canadian Scenery, Volume 2 (of 2)
    Canadian Scenery, Volume 2 (of 2)
    Canadian Scenery, Volume 2 (of 2)The rural districts of Trois Rivires, so far as they lie northward of the St. Lawrence, form a continuation of the same kind of territory as that below, and are in general flatter, and capable of more uniform cultivation....
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  • Canadian Scenery, Volume 1 (of 2)
    Canadian Scenery, Volume 1 (of 2)
    Canadian Scenery, Volume 1 (of 2)The name of this magnificent link in the colonial chain with which England has encircled the world, is a matter of considerable doubt.[1] It has been dignified with some research and ingenuity, however, and we can record the result,...
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    €6,09 EUR
  • The Pinos Altos Story
    The Pinos Altos Story
    The Pinos Altos StoryPinos Altos, the oldest Anglo settlement in Grant County, is a small town in southwestern New Mexico. It lies across the Continental Divide at an altitude of just over 7000 feet, between the Diablo Range to the north and east and...
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  • Viaggi di Ali Bey el-Abbassi in Africa ed in Asia, v. 2
    Viaggi di Ali Bey el-Abbassi in Africa ed in Asia, v. 2
    Viaggi di Ali Bey el-Abbassi in Africa ed in Asia, v. 2 La citt di Marrhsch, o Marocco, antica capitale del regno di questo nome, ruinata da una lunga serie di disastrose guerre, spopolata dalla peste, non conserva ora che l'ombra del suo passato...
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  • Viaggi di Ali Bey el-Abbassi in Africa ed in Asia, v. 4
    Viaggi di Ali Bey el-Abbassi in Africa ed in Asia, v. 4
    Viaggi di Ali Bey el-Abbassi in Africa ed in Asia, v. 4 El-Haram, o il Tempio, detto altres Beit-el Mokaddes-el-Scherif, o la casa santa principale di Gerusalemme, una unione di pi edificj fabbricati in varie epoche dell'islamismo, e che portano con loro l'impronta del...
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  • Viaggi di Ali Bey el-Abbassi in Africa ed in Asia, v. 1
    Viaggi di Ali Bey el-Abbassi in Africa ed in Asia, v. 1
    Viaggi di Ali Bey el-Abbassi in Africa ed in Asia, v. 1 Voi vi distingueste, Madama, per ogni genere di gentilezze, e di civili studj. A Voi [vi] dunque con ragione presentiamo i Viaggi di un uomo di tale generazione e religione, che a...
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  • Viaggi di Ali Bey el-Abbassi in Africa ed in Asia, v. 3
    Viaggi di Ali Bey el-Abbassi in Africa ed in Asia, v. 3
    Viaggi di Ali Bey el-Abbassi in Africa ed in Asia, v. 3 Potrebbesi formare facilmente una piccola biblioteca dei viaggi in Egitto e delle descrizioni di questo paese, il quale quantunque conosciutissimo, lo fu assai meglio dopo che tanti letterati francesi i quali accompagnavano...
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  • Mr. Oseba's Last Discovery
    Mr. Oseba's Last Discovery
    Mr. Oseba's Last DiscoveryPage 87, line 27, read manor, not manner. Page 150, line 18, 168,849,381, not 120,981,599.Later Year Book. An experienced and painstaking friend has called my attention to several typographical errors, and a few immaterial ones in grammar. These faults I deeply...
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  • Life of Sir William Wallace of Elderslie, Vol. 2 (of 2)
    Life of Sir William Wallace of Elderslie, Vol. 2 (of 2)
    Life of Sir William Wallace of Elderslie, Vol. 2 (of 2)Stirling Castle capitulated immediately after the battle, and Sir Marmaduke Twenge,1 who had taken shelter in it, was sent prisoner to Dumbarton. The surrender of the castle of Dundee followed; and, with the exception...
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  • Life of Sir William Wallace of Elderslie, Vol. 1 (of 2)
    Life of Sir William Wallace of Elderslie, Vol. 1 (of 2)
    Life of Sir William Wallace of Elderslie, Vol. 1 (of 2)There is no portion of the history of Scotland more embarrassing to modern writers, than the period which relates to the life and achievements of Wallace. Having been long since anticipated in all the...
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    €6,09 EUR
  • Robert Blum: Ein Zeit- und Charakterbild für das deutsche Volk
    Robert Blum: Ein Zeit- und Charakterbild für das deutsche Volk
    Robert Blum: Ein Zeit- und Charakterbild für das deutsche VolkUnter allen Umstnden ein groes Wagni, doppelt schwierig im vorliegenden Falle, wo es sich handelt um die Darstellung von Ereignissen, die der Verfasser selbst gar nicht oder nur als Kind erlebte, und um die Zeichnung...
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  • Famous Indian Chiefs
    Famous Indian Chiefs
    Famous Indian Chiefs - Their Battles, Treaties, Sieges, and Struggles with the Whites for the Possession of AmericaUpon a beautiful day in July, 1492, two brown-skinned Spaniards lay upon the wharf that jutted far out into the waters of the blue Mediterranean Ocean at...
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    €6,09 EUR
  • A Year in Europe
    A Year in Europe
    A Year in EuropeThe only excuse I have to offer for the publication of these desultory and chatty letters in this more permanent form is that a number of my friends have requested it. Many of the letters have already appeared in the columns...
    €6,09 EUR
    €6,09 EUR

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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