There’s so much more to learn than just what was in your high school textbooks (and if you’re anything like us, you’ve probably forgotten most of that anyway). There’s a book out there exploring just about everything that’s happened in history. From the Crusades to the World Wars, and everything before and after, there’s a history book for that.
History books also go beyond wars—there are history books on just about whatever you’re interested in! From biographies on U.S. presidents to what happened on the Titanic, from the history of world religions to how long we’ve been burning books, there’s a book for you.
Read your way through WWII with these true stories of blood, sand, and saltwater.
Ms. Walker answers readers' questions about her most famous work.
Go beyond the famous works in Holocaust literature.
The iconic feminist praises Alice Walker's ability to move readers.
Go inside the sexiest and most scandalous decade in U.S. history.
Revel in the resilience of women with these historical fiction novels.
Lasso up these classics for your reading rodeo.
Get an exclusive deleted scene from The Winemaker’s Wife.
If you loved Donna Tartt's Pulitzer Prize-winning novel, we know what you should read next.
By Olivia Mason
Celebrate the American military heroes who answered the call of duty.
The Long Flight Home chronicles the little-known wartime effort of carrier pigeons and their handlers.
When it comes to spy stories, the truth is often stranger—and more compelling—than fiction.
Like the heroes of the Battle of Dunkirk, these survivors stood their ground in the face of impossible odds.
By Olivia Mason
The true stories of the "Unsinkable Ship" are more fascinating than any movie.
By Olivia Mason
Together with The Woolfer, we're giving away a tote bag and an Amazon Fire 7 tablet loaded with books by amazing female authors.
The legendary feminist and activist reveals the books that have influenced her life and outlook.
These fascinating biographies deserve a spot on your must-read list.
Revealing reads about the political life and times of 41.
With eight days of celebration, you're going to need a couple of gift ideas...
By Olivia Mason
To commemorate the 40th anniversary of her groundbreaking book, Crawford talks about abuse, what she hopes readers take away from her story, and new projects on which she’s focused.