Sidebar

Categories

Featured Products

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."...
€41,44 EUR
€41,44 EUR
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...
€41,45 EUR
€41,45 EUR
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...
€38,68 EUR
€38,68 EUR
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...
€30,32 EUR
€30,32 EUR
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...
€26,23 EUR
€26,23 EUR
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...
€23,49 EUR
€23,49 EUR

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.

Filter
  • 10
  • 15
  • 20
  • 25
  • 30
  • 50
  • Featured
  • Best selling
  • Alphabetically, A-Z
  • Alphabetically, Z-A
  • Price, low to high
  • Price, high to low
  • Date, old to new
  • Date, new to old
Sort

Sort by:

  • Featured
  • Best selling
  • Alphabetically, A-Z
  • Alphabetically, Z-A
  • Price, low to high
  • Price, high to low
  • Date, old to new
  • Date, new to old
  • Marines in World War II, Commemorative Series
    Marines in World War II, Commemorative Series
    The Final Campaign: Marines in the Victory on OkinawaDaybreak on 29 May 1945 found the 1st Marine Division beginning its fifth consecutive week of frontal assault as part of the U.S. Tenth Armys grinding offensive against the Japanese defenses centered on Shuri Castle in...
    €6,09 EUR
    €6,09 EUR
  • The History of the Crusades (vol. 2 of 3)
    The History of the Crusades (vol. 2 of 3)
    The History of the Crusades (vol. 2 of 3)When we cast a retrospective glance over the periods we have described, we congratulate ourselves upon not having lived in those times of war and trouble; but when we look around us, and reflect upon the...
    €6,09 EUR
    €6,09 EUR
  • The Last Days of Pekin
    The Last Days of Pekin
    The Last Days of PekinThe notes which I sent to the "Figaro" from China are to be collected in a volume which will be published in Paris before my return, so that it will be impossible for me to look it over. I am...
    €6,09 EUR
    €6,09 EUR
  • Proposed Surrender of the Prayer-Book and Articles of the Church of England
    Proposed Surrender of the Prayer-Book and Articles of the Church of England
    Proposed Surrender of the Prayer-Book and Articles of the Church of England - A Letter to the Lord Bishop of London on Professor Stanley's Views of Clerical and University "Subscription"If twenty years ago, soon after a few of the clergy had asserted their claim...
    €6,09 EUR
    €6,09 EUR
  • The History of the Crusades (vol. 1 of 3)
    The History of the Crusades (vol. 1 of 3)
    The History of the Crusades (vol. 1 of 3)The history of the middle ages presents no spectacle more imposing than the Crusades, in which are to be seen the nations of Asia and of Europe armed against each other, two religions contending for superiority,...
    €6,09 EUR
    €6,09 EUR
  • A History of Matrimonial Institutions, Vol. 1 of 3
    A History of Matrimonial Institutions, Vol. 1 of 3
    A History of Matrimonial Institutions, Vol. 1 of 3It is an encouraging sign of advancing culture that history is gaining a deeper and broader meaning. We are really becoming interested, not merely in our political, but also in our entire biological, psychological, and social...
    €6,09 EUR
    €6,09 EUR
  • Alle porte d'Italia
    Alle porte d'Italia
    Alle porte d'Italia Ti ringrazio della bella lettera, la quale, dopo tanti mesi di silenzio, m' stata cagione di vivissimo piacere. Ti porger questa mia il signor Pietro Osasco, procuratore di S. A. R. il duca di Savoia; il solo pinerolese al quale io...
    €6,09 EUR
    €6,09 EUR
  • Tampereen kaupunki
    Tampereen kaupunki
    Tampereen kaupunki - Muisto Sen Satavuotis-Juhlastansa Lokakuun 1. päivänä 1879Nmt lehdet on kirjoitettu, jotta muutamat vanhempien aikojen muistot unohduksesta silyisivt ja jotta samassa moniaat nykyisen ajan tiedot, joita ei ole jokaisen helppo hankkia, saatettaisiin huomioon. Koska ei valmistavia kirjoituksia ole lytynyt, ja aineksia on...
    €6,09 EUR
    €6,09 EUR
  • A Middy's Recollections, 1853-1860
    A Middy's Recollections, 1853-1860
    A Middy's Recollections, 1853-1860Born in April 1841, I was about six months more than twelve years old when I joined the Royal Navy. My father was the seventh Earl of Sandwich; my mother, a daughter of the Marquis of Anglesea, who commanded cavalry at...
    €6,09 EUR
    €6,09 EUR
  • True Stories of the Great War, Volume 3 (of 6)
    True Stories of the Great War, Volume 3 (of 6)
    True Stories of the Great War, Volume 3 (of 6) - Tales of Adventure--Heroic Deeds--Exploits Told by the Soldiers, Officers, Nurses, Diplomats, Eye Witnesses TALES OF ADVENTUREHEROIC DEEDSEXPLOITS TOLD BY THE SOLDIERS, OFFICERS, NURSES, DIPLOMATS, EYE-WITNESSES Collected in Six Volumes From Official and Authoritative...
    €6,09 EUR
    €6,09 EUR
  • The War of Quito
    The War of Quito
    The War of QuitoBY PEDRO DE CIEZA DE LEON AND INCA DOCUMENTS TRANSLATED AND EDITED BY SIR CLEMENTS R. MARKHAM, K.C.B. VICE-PRESIDENT OF THE HAKLUYT SOCIETY LONDON: PRINTED FOR THE HAKLUYT SOCIETY MDCCCCXIII{vi} Cambridge: PRINTED BY JOHN CLAY, M.A. AT THE UNIVERSITY PRESS{vii} CIEZA...
    €6,09 EUR
    €6,09 EUR
  • Kertomuksia Suomen historiasta 2
    Kertomuksia Suomen historiasta 2
    Kertomuksia Suomen historiasta 2 - Katolinen aikakausiI. Warsinais-Suomen valloitus. 1. Pyhn Eerikin retki v. 1157. 2. Pyh Henrikki, Suomalaisten apostoli. II. Tuomas piispa ja Hmeen valloitus. 1. Suomen seurakunta Henrikin kuoltua. 2. Tuomas piispa. 3. Tuomas piispan taistelut Wenlisten kanssa. 4. Tappelu Nevajoella. 5....
    €6,09 EUR
    €6,09 EUR
  • Kertomuksia Suomen historiasta 1
    Kertomuksia Suomen historiasta 1
    Kertomuksia Suomen historiasta 1 - Pakanuuden aikakausiI. Suomalaisten aikaisimmat olopaikat. II. Karjalaiset Wienan vesill. 1. Otherin retki Wienan suulle. 2. Thorer Hundin ja Karlen retki Wienan suulle. 3. Bjarmein elatuskeinot ja tavat. 4. Mit suomalaista kansaa olivat Bjarmit? 5. Bjarmein hvi. III. Suomalaisten siirtyminen...
    €6,09 EUR
    €6,09 EUR
  • Recollections of a Pioneer
    Recollections of a Pioneer
    Recollections of a PioneerThe following pages are entirely from memory. I kept no notes or other record of the events I have attempted to relate, but I am sure my memory has not often deceived me. My early responsibilities compelled me to give close...
    €6,09 EUR
    €6,09 EUR
  • Life and Letters of Thomas Cromwell, Vol. 1 of 2
    Life and Letters of Thomas Cromwell, Vol. 1 of 2
    Life and Letters of Thomas Cromwell, Vol. 1 of 2 - Life, Letters to 1535This book is an attempt to present the life of Thomas Cromwell as a statesman, and to estimate his work without religious bias. Though it would certainly be difficult to...
    €6,09 EUR
    €6,09 EUR
  • Mitteilungen aus dem Germanischen Nationalmuseum. Jahrgang 1900
    Mitteilungen aus dem Germanischen Nationalmuseum. Jahrgang 1900
    Mitteilungen aus dem Germanischen Nationalmuseum. Jahrgang 1900Wer heute die obenstehenden auf Andreas Herneisen[2] sich beziehenden Verse des biederen Hans Sachs liest, wird sich, wenn er die Kunstverhltnisse Nrnbergs in der zweiten Hlfte des 16. Jahrhunderts sich vergegenwrtigt, kaum eines Lchelns erwehren knnen, auch wenn...
    €6,09 EUR
    €6,09 EUR
  • Marines in World War II, Commemorative Series
    Marines in World War II, Commemorative Series
    Closing In: Marines in the Seizure of Iwo JimaSunday, 4 March 1945, marked the end of the second week of the U.S. invasion of Iwo Jima. By this point the assault elements of the 3d, 4th, and 5th Marine Divisions were exhausted, their combat...
    €6,09 EUR
    €6,09 EUR
  • Michelin's Illustrated Guides to the Battle-fields (1914-1918)
    Michelin's Illustrated Guides to the Battle-fields (1914-1918)
    The Yser and the Belgian Coast: An Illustrated History and GuideIn September 1914, after the Battle of the Marne and the German retreat, the centre and right of the French Armies quickly became fixed in front of the lines which the enemy had prepared...
    €6,09 EUR
    €6,09 EUR
  • Historic Towns of New England
    Historic Towns of New England
    Historic Towns of New EnglandFROM the earliest days of the New England Colonies down to the present time, those European analysts of our national life, whose opinions have been based on personal observation, have usually conceded that in New England towns and villages one...
    €6,09 EUR
    €6,09 EUR
  • Passeggiate per l'Italia, vol. 5
    Passeggiate per l'Italia, vol. 5
    Passeggiate per l'Italia, vol. 5 Nacque Ferdinando Gregorovius il 19 gennaio 1821 nella piccola citt di Neidenburg, presso la frontiera polacca, in un antico castello medioevale fondato dai cavalieri teutoni. Suo padre era consigliere di giustizia a Neidenburg: appena innalzato a questo ufficio, ottenne...
    €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.

Popular Search Terms

best book about aboriginal history | sonic the hedgehog books | book about batavia shipwreck | discount books | hobart horrible history series | best history books | famous history books | top history books | history book recommendations | best historical fiction books | ancient history books | medieval history books | modern history books | 20th century history books | world war history books

Recently Viewed Products