History

1776 by David McCullough

A riveting and dramatic account of America’s fight for independence, 1776 by David McCullough masterfully tells the story of the pivotal year when the nation was born.

A People’s History of the United States by Howard Zinn

The Classic National Bestseller

“A wonderful, splendid book—a must-read for every American who wants to understand our true history and our future.” –Howard Fast

A Short History of Nearly Everything by Bill Bryson

In A Short History of Nearly Everything, Bill Bryson embarks on his most ambitious journey yet, tackling the most profound questions science seeks to answer. Known for his bestselling books A Walk in the Woods and The Body, Bryson ventures into the realms of the universe’s origins and the rise of civilization.

Guns, Germs, and Steel by Jared Diamond

Winner of the Pulitzer Prize • New York Times Bestseller • Over Two Million Copies Sold

Guns, Germs, and Steel is a groundbreaking exploration of human history, hailed as one of the most significant intellectual achievements of our generation (Gregg Easterbrook, New York Times). In this Pulitzer Prize-winning book, evolutionary biologist Jared Diamond offers a compelling narrative that challenges traditional views on human history.

The Devil in the White City by Erik Larson

#1 National Bestseller • National Book Award Finalist

From Erik Larson, the bestselling author of The Splendid and the Vile, comes the true story of the 1893 World’s Fair in Chicago, where the dazzling spectacle of innovation and grandeur hid a chilling secret. At the same time, a cunning serial killer used the fair’s magic to lure his victims to their deaths.