History Book Recommendations

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.

The true stories of the "Unsinkable Ship" are more fascinating than any movie.

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...

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.

The author of Band of Brothers explores the parallel lives of two formidable 19th-century warriors.

Go up, up, and away into the far reaches of the universe.

Set against the backdrop of the Great War, these novels confront love and loss during an unfathomable time.

Historians, journalists, and bestselling novelists explore the conflict that led to the birth of an independent nation.

A book published by the Anne Frank House profiles the Secret Annex—the Frank family's two-year hideout—and the famous diarist's life inside.

Take a journey to the past with epic historical fiction, riveting biographies, and more.

Get an inside look at the family America will never stop talking about.

As a cover designer for Doubleday Anchor, the famed illustrator played a part in the roll-out of the "trade paperback."

What does it mean to be a great leader?

From Katniss to Meg, these heroines have left a mark on the science fiction genre.