History

Date Title Author Rating List appearances

★ 4.0

Explore the recurring theme of folly in government decisions throughout history, from ancient times to modern conflicts, in this Pulitzer Pr…

Ron Chernow

★ 4.4

Discover the complex and passionate life of George Washington, the first President of the USA, in this richly detailed biography by Ron Cher…

Jay Winik

★ 4.0

Experience the dramatic final days of the Civil War and the tumultuous events that shaped a nation, from Lincoln's assassination to the star…

David Howarth

★ 4.0

Dive into the pivotal year of 1066 with detailed genealogical tables, maps, and plans that bring the Norman Conquest to life.

★ 4.3

Experience the untold stories of D-Day through the eyes of the citizen soldiers who turned the tide of history on Omaha and Utah beaches.

Michael Malice

★ 4.1

Uncover the brutal rise and fall of the Soviet Union, a regime that promised utopia but delivered tyranny, and why hope for justice ultimate…

Cat Jarman

★ 4.5

Uncover the astonishing journey of the Vikings from their Scandinavian homeland to the far reaches of the Silk Roads in this compelling and …