The 1619 Project
Nikole Hannah-Jones
A groundbreaking reframing of American history that places slavery and its continuing legacy at the center of our national narrative. This book combines historical essays, literary works, and personal reflections to explore the ways in which slavery has shaped modern American life, from our economic system to our cultural identity.
The Anglo-Saxons
Marc Morris
A captivating journey into the world of the Anglo-Saxons, from the fall of Roman Britain to the Norman Conquest. Explore the transformation of a land through the stories of kings, bishops, and the everyday people who shaped England's destiny. Discover the fascinating truths behind the myths and misconceptions of this pivotal era.
The Chemistry Book
Derek B. Lowe
Explore the milestones in chemistry, from ancient discoveries to modern breakthroughs. This book uncovers the pivotal moments and key figures that have shaped our understanding of the material world, offering a fascinating journey through the evolution of chemical knowledge.
The Fate of Rome
Kyle Harper
Explore the fall of the Roman Empire through a new lens: climate change and infectious disease. Discover how environmental factors and biological catastrophes played a crucial role in shaping the destiny of one of history's greatest civilizations, challenging our understanding of the relationship between humanity and nature.
The Forgotten 500
Gregory A. Freeman
The untold story of Operation Halyard, the largest rescue of downed American airmen in World War II. Discover the daring mission behind enemy lines, the brave rescuers, and the decades-long cover-up that kept this incredible tale hidden from the world.
The Fourth Turning
William Strauss
Delve into the cyclical patterns of Anglo-American history and discover how these rhythms can predict America's future. Explore the four turnings of the saeculum and the generational archetypes that shape each era, offering a profound understanding of where we've been and where we're headed.
The Plantagenets
Dan Jones
A thrilling dynastic history of royal intrigues, violent skullduggery, and brutal warfare across two centuries of British history. Dan Jones brings the Plantagenets out of the shadows, revealing them in all their epic heroism and depravity. This is the story of how English monarchs learned, or failed to learn, how to be kings, and how the English people learned how to limit their powers.
The Radium Girls
Kate Moore
A gripping narrative about the betrayal of the radium girls, gracefully told and exhaustively researched, makes this a nonfiction classic. It tells the shocking story of how early twentieth-century corporate and legal America set about silencing dozens of working-class women who had been systematically poisoned by radiation. It is a tale for our times.