History
Discover the best books on history, including world, American, and ancient European history. Find top-selling history books and must-reads at our online bookstore.
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Don't Stop Me NowQueen's Freddie Mercury wrote "Don't Stop Me Now." The song and its lyrics have become a kind of battle-cry for the author--now in her seventies.She revels in remembering a lucky and interesting life and in celebrating all that she can continue to do and...
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Dogs of God: Columbus, the Inquisition, and the Defeat of the MoorsFrom the acclaimed author of Warriors of God comes a riveting account of the pivotal events of 1492, when towering political ambitions, horrific religious excesses, and a drive toward international conquest changed the world forever.James Reston, Jr., brings to life the epic story of...
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Dividing Lines: How Transportation Infrastructure Reinforces Racial InequalityOur nation's infrastructure is crumbling. From collapsing highways to pockmarked roads to unreliable subway systems, the need to rebuild is manifest. But as Deborah N. Archer warns in Dividing Lines, we must not repair our infrastructure without first coming to grips with the troubling...
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Dia De Los Muertos Coloring BookDiscover the vibrant world of Dia de los Muertos with our unique coloring book! Immerse yourself in Mexican culture as you bring to life intricate sugar skulls, festive calaveras, and colorful marigolds. Perfect for both kids and adults, this educational coloring adventure teaches the...
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Derek Warwick: Never Look Back: The Racing Life of Britain's Double World ChampionDerek Warwick has been a popular and highly respected figure in motor racing for nearly 50 years, known for his tough and determined personality as well as his talent and bravery behind the wheel. Now, with characteristic honesty and humour, he tells his inspiring...
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Defense Against Drones: Defending against threats - From the air combatting scout and attack dronesAuthor: Krist?f Nagy, Markus ReisnerPublisher: SpartanatPublished: 10/03/2024Pages: 134Binding Type: PaperbackWeight: 0.42lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.29dISBN: 9783903526174This title is not returnable
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David Crockett in Texas: His Search for New LandDavid Crockett in Texas: His Search for New Land, by Allen J. Wiener, takes a fresh look at the well-known figure from the perspective of his quest for land in Texas and the new start it promised for his family. This retelling of what...
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Dark Brilliance: The Age of Reason: From Descartes to Peter the GreatA sweeping history of The Age of Reason, revealing how--although it was a time of great progress--it was also an era of brutality and intolerance with a very human cost. During the 1600s--between the end of the Renaissance and the start of the Enlightenment--Europe...
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Country MusicThis engaging book describes country music's key characteristics, history, and place in popular music today. It also feature an "Artist Spotlight" special feature, informative sidebars, a table of contents, a reading comprehension quiz, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. This Focus Readers book...
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Confronting the Presidents: No Spin Assessments from Washington to BidenAuthor: Bill O'Reilly, Martin DugardPublisher: Thorndike Press Large PrintPublished: 10/30/2024Binding Type: Library BindingWeight: 1.95lbsSize: 8.60h x 5.70w x 1.40dISBN: 9781420516814
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Columbia Tusculum: A History of Cincinnati's Oldest NeighborhoodWith a history dating back 2000 years, Columbia Tusculum stands as a vital contributor to the region's development. The lush, stAuthor: Dinese YoungPublisher: History PressPublished: 10/07/2024Pages: 144Binding Type: PaperbackWeight: 0.57lbsSize: 8.90h x 5.90w x 0.40dISBN: 9781467158558
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Colours, Commodities and the Birth of Globalization: A History of the Natural Dyes of the Americas, 1500-2000This volume explores the global history of natural dyes from the Americas and asks how their production and trade have shaped globalisation since early modern times. From their extraction and processing to their overseas trade, it shows how this commodity contributed to the rise...
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Classic Michigan Food and Drinks: The Stories Behind the BrandsMichigan is home to an amazing array of food and drink brands, each with a fascinating story behind it.Ready-to-eat breakfast cereals like Kellogg's and Post changed how the world eats, and Gerber first made baby food commercially available. But the Wolverine State is bursting...
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Classical Myth: An IntroductionMyths are not just the stories from the ancient Greeks and Romans--they represent deep truths from the essential concerns people face in their lives. Readers may already have heard of the Trojan Horse or how Oedipus married his own mother, but why have these...
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Civil War Supply and Strategy: Feeding Men and Moving ArmiesWinner of the Colonel Richard W. Ulbrich Memorial Book AwardWinner of the Army Historical Foundation Distinguished Writing Award Civil War Supply and Strategy stands as a sweeping examination of the decisive link between the distribution of provisions to soldiers and the strategic movement of...
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Citizen Heroes on 9/11Showcases stories of everyday people around the country and the world who worked to support those who were directly affected by the attacks. The book describes the actions of individuals who displayed hospitality to stranded air travelers; organized vigils, blood drives, and food drives;...
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Cincinnati's Mt. Lookout NeighborhoodWith its undulating hills and sweeping views of the river valleys, located less than eight miles from downtown Cincinnati, Mt. Lookout quickly grew from rural farms to a picturesque suburb that could have inspired NormAuthor: Jason FitzhughPublisher: Arcadia Publishing (SC)Published: 10/07/2024Pages: 128Binding Type: PaperbackWeight:...
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Chich?n Itz?From the Easter Island statues in the South Pacific to the sprawling Great Wall of China, human-made wonders of the world captivate and inspire people worldwide. Introduce young explorers and budding engineers to eight amazing structures with this high-interest set. Vibrant photos and elementary-level...
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Cherokee National Forest: A HistoryExplore the sacred homeland of the Cherokee people Created in 1920, the 650,000-acre Cherokee National Forest lies north and south of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Located in the sacred homeland of the Cherokees, it pays tribute to its heritage in its name...
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Changing with Christ: Removing the Old Self to Embrace the NewThis is the first of many stories that we will be able to tell in the following editions. Let's fall in love with the Bible, that marvelous book that shows us how to handle daily realities with wisdom. I am sure that the teachings...
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