History
Discover the best books on history, the history novel including world, American, and ancient European history. Find top-selling history books and must-reads at our online bookstore.
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Before the Mayflower: A History of the Negro in America, 1619-1962The black experience in America--starting from its origins in western Africa up to 1961--is examined in this seminal study from a prominent African American figure. The entire historical timeline of African Americans is addressed, from the Colonial period through the civil rights upheavals of...
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Becoming Gold: Zosimos of Panopolis and the Alchemical Arts in Roman EgyptFOREMOST among the alchemists of the Hellenized world, the "divine" Zosimos practiced a sacred art in which metaphysical and metallurgical realities were fundamentally intertwined. Rather than being an exclusive product of Alexandrian syncretism, however, the dual spiritual and material emphasis of this alchemy reveals...
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Bayard Rustin: A Legacy of Protest and Politics2024 Outstanding Academic Title, given by Choice Reviews Celebrates the life and legacy of Bayard Rustin, the civil rights leader behind the 1963 March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom While we can all recall images of Martin Luther King Jr. giving his "I...
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BanksyThe largest presentation of works by Banksy, the world's most enigmatic yet highly sought-after artist, including iconic works, installation objects, ephemera, and memorabilia all in one volume. Banksy is the world's most discussed artist of recent decades, and this seminal collection features hundreds of...
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Backcountry War: The Rise of Francis Marion, Banastre Tarleton, and Thomas SumterFINALIST FOR THE 2025 AMERICAN BATTLEFIELD TRUST PRIZE FOR HISTORY Over the past several decades, the history of the American Revolution in the South has undergone a transformation to better incorporate regional events into the greater narrative of the war. Among these events was...
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Atlas of World HistoryOxford's Atlas of World History is the result of years of intensive work by a specialist team of scholars, editors, and cartographers. It presents the story of humanity in its physical setting, from the emergence of the earliest hominoids to the present day. Truly...
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A Square MealJames Beard Foundation Book Award WinnerFrom the author of the acclaimed 97 Orchard and her husband, a culinary historian, an in-depth exploration of the greatest food crisis the nation has ever faced--the Great Depression--and how it transformed America's culinary culture.The decade-long Great Depression, a...
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A Short History of the United States"In 2008, Americans face war, terrorism, recession and the rising economies of China and India. Yet the author avers there is still reason to hope for good leadership. Astute assessments of an evolving nation and ideal reading for November voters." -- Kirkus ReviewsA much-needed,...
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As Gods Among Men: A History of the Rich in the West"In this masterly book, [Alfani] offers an insightful long-run perspective and fascinating lessons for the future. A must-read!"--Thomas Piketty, author of Capital in the Twenty-First Century A sweeping narrative that shows how the rich historically justified themselves by helping their societies in times of...
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Artists' Journeys That Shaped Our World: The Travels That Inspired the Artistic GreatsFrom epic road trips and voyages into the most remote lands to culture-soaked, tranquil stays in the world's finest hotels, Artists' Journeys that Shaped Our World promises you an unforgettable journey. Join award-winning author Travis Elborough as he explores 30 paths to inspiration taken...
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Art All Around Us: A Kid's Guide to Finding Art in Everyday LifeFrom the self to the stars, art is all around us! Art is not just the paintings and sculptures we see in museums, but also things that surround us every day--family photos, decorations used during holidays or celebrations, even quilts and furniture that inhabit...
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Aristotle: The Complete WorksIn "Aristotle: The Complete Works", the timeless relevance of Aristotle's ideas becomes clear. His relentless pursuit of knowledge, his keen observations, and his commitment to understanding the intricacies of the human condition continue to shape our understanding of the world. Whether you're a scholar,...
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A Prayer of Six WingsNo grief should be privileged, and no grief should be silenced.A Prayer of Six Wings is an account of the poet Owen Lewis's experience in the year following Hamas's Al-Aqsa Flood Massacre on October 7, 2023. The poems portray the complexity of the grief...
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A People's History of Soccer'Correia takes us around the world to examine how soccer has produced the kind of political energy that can change minds and even topple governments' Dave Zirin, Sports Editor, The Nation'An essential read for soccer fans everywhere' Juliet Jacques, writer, filmmaker and journalist 'A...
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Anunnaki Homeworld: Orbital History and 2046 Return of Planet NibiruThe Anunnaki is a legendary race that appears in the oldest documents preserved by mankind. They are said to inhabit an outermost planet that orbits our sun in an extremely elliptical orbit. Each time this planet gets near to the earth it creates planetary...
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Ancient Philosophy: A Very Short IntroductionVery Short Introductions: Brilliant, Sharp, Inspiring The tradition of ancient philosophy is a long, rich and varied one. Julia Annas gives a succinct account of ancient Greco-Roman philosophy, emphasizing its freshness and variety of themes, and its approach of lively discussion and argument. Getting...
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Ancient Egypt (National Geographic Kids Readers, Level 3)Dig into the amazing past of ancient Egypt in this new Level 3 Reader from National Geographic Kids. From pyramids and mummies to pharaohs and gods, kids will learn all about the history and culture of this fascinating land. Level 3 text provides accessible...
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An African People's Quest for Freedom and Justice: A Political History of Eritrea, 1941-1962Like its African neighbors, Eritrea attained colonial statehood under a European power, in this case Italy. Yet, during decolonization, its people were singularly excluded from the right to self-determination, for external reasons: superpower rivalry over the country's strategic position on the Red Sea; a...
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A Monumental MistakeAuthor: Julie BanderasPublisher: Brave BooksPublished: 01/01/2025Pages: 48Binding Type: PaperbackWeight: 0.50lbsSize: 8.90h x 8.90w x 0.20dISBN: 9781955550833
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AmistadThe 1839 Amistad revolt and the fate of the African slaves on board are well documented in books and in a blockbuster film. Michael Zeuske adds a new dimension to this history: the story of the people behind the Amistad. Based on his discovery...
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