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The Great Exodus of 1971: Refugees and Borders in South Asia In July 1971, ten million refugees fled East Pakistan, crossing into India and forever changing the region's understanding of citizenship...

Traumatic Imprints: Cinema, Military Psychiatry, and the Aftermath of War by Noah Tsika explores how the US military used non-theatrical films to address wartime trauma during World War II. This book...

India in Sri Lanka Between Lion and the Tigers by Avtar Singh Bhasin The complex history of Sri Lanka has been marked by turmoil, with the Tamil community at its centre. While issues surrounding...

Genesis and Geology: A Study in the Relations of Scientific Thought, Natural Theology, and Social Opinion in Great Britain, 1790-1850 by Charles Coulston Gillispie. The background of social and...

Glasgow Green 1894: Lanarkshire Sheet 6.15a is a detailed map from Alan Godfrey Maps, offering a glimpse into the past. Published in 2020, it features a section of Lanarkshire from Glasgow Green in...

The landscapes and voices of the Great War offer a fresh perspective on one of history's most pivotal conflicts. This volume explores lesser-known landscapes and the people who experienced them,...

The Decline of the Ottoman Empire and the Rise of the Turkish Republic Observations of an American Diplomat, 1919-1927 by Hakan Özoğlu. In the aftermath of World War I, Rear Admiral Mark L. Bristol...

In 1855, Mary Gove Nichols wrote about her experience of emancipation from an unhappy marriage, using adultery as a metaphor for loveless relationships. This idea was not unique to Nichols, but...

The Arado Ar 232 "Tatzelworm" is a rarely discussed but significant aircraft in World War II history. Nicknamed for its distinctive row of landing wheels, this transport plane played an important...

Rooted in Movement: Aspects in Mobility in Bronze Age Europe explores the complex dynamics of movement and mobility during this period of European prehistory. This collection of articles brings...

Church, Politics, and Society in Spain, 1750-1874 by William James Callahan provides a clear account of the complex relationships between the Roman Catholic Church and Spanish society during this...

The story of the US Air Force spans over a century, from its early days as part of other military organisations to its current role in space-based operations. In "Fighting from Above", Brian D...

The Nuclear Crisis: A comprehensive analysis of the 1983 Euromissiles crisis and its impact on German society. In November 1983, over one million Germans took to the streets to protest against the...

Long Beach Island stretches for eighteen miles alongside the southern New Jersey mainland. Its history is marked by wild game and bountiful fish, early whalers and tragic shipwrecks, paddle-wheel...

Community Nursing and Primary Healthcare in Twentieth-Century Britain explores the history of community nursing in Great Britain from the early twentieth century to the present day. This book...

The Graffiti of the Sacred Animal Necropolis: A Unique Window into Ancient Egyptian Culture. This volume presents the graffiti from the Baboon and Falcon galleries at North Saqqara's Sacred Animal...

Shifting Lines, Entangled Borderlands explores how a 19th-century railroad line transformed into a transnational force, connecting Europeans across borders in an era of rising nationalism.The Royal...

The American Revolution was a deeply divisive conflict in Britain as much as it was in the colonies. This book explores how the British press played a significant role in shaping public opinion...

Vacationland, set in northernmost Minnesota, is a novel that weaves together the lives of its inhabitants through the lens of Naledi Lodge, a once-thriving resort now reduced to memories. Through the...

This biography explores the life and career of Frederick Hamilton Temple Blackwood, 1st marquess of Dufferin and Ava, from his birth in 1826 to his death in 1902. The book delves into Dufferin's...

Nonconformity in Nineteenth Century Britain is a comprehensive study of the movement's impact on modern society. Drawing on a wide range of sources, including the writings and discussions of...

During the late 1960s and 1970s, dozens of private schools emerged in urban areas across the United States, offering an alternative to traditional education. These institutions, often accused of...

The Renaissance Theatre Texts, Performance and Design explores the intersection of drama, design, and representation in Renaissance theatre. This collection of essays examines costume and stage...

Chronicles in Stone explores the powerful myth of the Russian Northwest and its role in shaping Soviet and Russian identities. Through detailed archival research, participant observation, and oral...

The Skirmish at Warbonnet Creek, Nebraska, July 17, 1876 By Paul L. Hedren Nebraska State Historical Society, 2005 This revised and updated edition of First Scalp for Custer provides a fresh...

Camp Ripley: 1930-1960 is a historical account of the Minnesota National Guard training facility during its early years. Located within the Camp Ripley Military Reservation, the camp was established...

Letters from Redgrave Hall: A Glimpse into Tudor England's Provincial Elite This annotated edition brings together a remarkable collection of letters from the Suffolk mansion of Redgrave Hall, once...

The Stoic Doctrine of Providence: A Study of Its Development and of Some of Its Major IssuesThis book reconstructs the Stoic doctrine of providence, exploring its philosophical issues such as the...

Crowds and Sultans: Urban Protest in Late Medieval Egypt and Syria offers a fresh perspective on the tumultuous fifteenth century. This period saw the Mamluk sultanate face significant economic and...

This collection explores the complex dynamics of historical memory in Africa, examining its impact and potential for healing and reconciliation. Drawing on diverse perspectives from Germany, India,...

This 1988 study explores the concept of nativism in Japan's Tokugawa period. Nativism emerged as a response to the influence of Chinese culture, seeking instead a distinct Japanese identity rooted in...

Beyond the Lettered City: Indigenous Literacies in the Andes By Joanne Rappaport and Tom Cummins The imposition of alphabetic and visual literacy on indigenous groups in the northern Andes had a...

A beautifully crafted collection of four historic maps of Oxfordshire, meticulously re-produced from antique originals and printed on high-quality "Progeo" paper. This folded map features John...

This survey of stone chambers and monuments in the region combines meticulous archaeo-astronomical measurements with a lively account of the author's adventures in locating these elusive sites. A...

Paul and Marie Pireaud's story is one of love, loss, and resilience in the face of war. Newlyweds when World War I broke out, they were forced to navigate their marriage through letters, as Paul...

This 2006 study examines two sites of memory in France and Germany that have received intense public attention since 1989: the Vélo d'Hiver in Paris and the Monument for the Murdered Jews of Europe...

The Athenian Economy and Society by Edward Cohen is a groundbreaking analysis that challenges traditional views of ancient Athens. Cohen's research reveals that fourth-century Athenian bankers...

Rome and Provincial Resistance by Gil Gambash explores how the Roman Empire responded to local resistance in its provinces. This study examines the decisions made within military and administrative...

East German Foreign Intelligence: Myth, Reality and Controversy explores the complex world of East Germany's foreign intelligence service. This edited collection examines the Hauptverwaltung...

Classical New York: Discovering Greece and Rome in Gotham explores how classical forms influenced the development of New York City's art and architecture. From the Greek Revival to the Art Deco...

Disciplinary Conquest: U.S. Scholars in South America, 1900-1945 by Ricardo D. Salvatore The study of Latin America has long been shaped by the interests of the United States. This book rewrites the...

Cast Out: Vagrancy and Homelessness in Global and Historical PerspectiveThis book offers a unique perspective on vagrancy and homelessness, exploring how global laws and social responses have shaped...

The 421st Night Fighter Squadron in World War II By Jeff Kolln During World War II, the 421st Night Fighter Squadron played a significant role in the war effort, operating from various bases in the...

The Democratic Experiment: New Directions in American Political History By Meg Jacobs, William J. Novak and Julian Zelizer This collection of essays offers fresh perspectives on the evolution of...

A Nation Divided by History and Memory: Hungary in the Twentieth Century and Beyond By Gábor Gyáni, published 2022-04-29. The way we remember and understand our history is crucial to shaping our...

The birth of American politics was marked by fierce partisanship from its inception. Historian H.W. Brands explores this tumultuous period in Founding Partisans, revealing how competing visions for...

The 28th Infantry Division in World War II is a detailed study of the National Guard's transformation into a combat-ready unit during the war years. From its peacetime status to training and combat...

Jacques Cartier's Voyages offer a unique glimpse into the early European exploration of northeastern North America and its indigenous peoples. Written by Jacques Cartier and edited by Henry Percival...

James R. Grossman's analysis of black migration to Chicago during World War I and its aftermath offers a rich and detailed exploration of the cultural significance of this pivotal event.This study...

A Mountain of Difference: The Lumad in Early Colonial Mindanao By Oona Paredes This groundbreaking study reimagines the early colonial encounter between the indigenous Lumad and Christian...

Crete Women, History, Books and Places by Susanna Hoe explores the lives of women in Crete, weaving together legend, archaeology, and place to create a rich tapestry of their experiences. From the...

The Wendish Crusade, 1147: A Critical Phase in Crusading Ideology In 1147, the Wendish Crusade took place at a pivotal moment in the evolution of crusading rhetoric. The initiators and apologists of...

This interdisciplinary volume presents a nuanced critique of the prison experience in diverse detention facilities across Africa. It explores how prisons reflect and shape wider political and social...

Concord, Massachusetts, has long been associated with American liberty and literary heritage. However, the woods surrounding Walden Pond have another, lesser-known history: that of slavery.Between...

Caesar Against The Celts is a detailed account of Julius Caesar's decade-long campaign against the Celts in ancient France, Britain, and Germany. This military history explores Caesar's nine-year war...

Nellie King: A Woman of Notorious Reputation In the late 19th century, a young woman with a fetching appearance and eccentric behavior caused a stir in the Dakotas, Minnesota, and northern Wisconsin...

A Pedigreed Jew Between There and Here - Kovno and Israel by Safira Rapoport This memoir tells the extraordinary story of Nechama Baruchson, a woman who survived the devastating Holocaust. After...

Fieldwork in Modern Chinese History: A Research Guide by Thomas David DuBois and Jan Kiely provides a comprehensive exploration of how fieldwork has been used to research Chinese history. This book...

Marriage has long been seen as a private matter between two people. However, this pioneering history reveals that marriage has always been a public institution. Nancy F. Cott explores how national...

Dreaming of Sheep in Navajo Country is a thought-provoking exploration of the impact of government policy on the lives of Navajos living on the reservation in the 1930s. A drastic reduction in...

Houston Bound: Culture and Color in a Jim Crow City This book explores how Houston's transformation into one of the most ethnically diverse urban areas in the US was shaped by converging migrations,...

This ethnography explores Nepal's political transition in the 21st century through the stories of five young street activists who have shifted from activism to mainstream politics. Based on...

Women in Fifties Britain A New Look explores the lived experience of girls and women during this period, challenging common perceptions. By examining diverse groups of women, including farmer's...

The Failure of Latin America Postcolonialism in Bad Times is a collection of John Beverley's previously published essays, re-examined and expanded upon to explore questions of postcolonialism and...

Explore the hidden history of espionage in Philadelphia and its surrounding areas. This illustrated guide reveals the places and people that have shaped America's intelligence world. From Valley...

The Legacy of Reconstruction: A Story of Ongoing Struggle for Human Rights and Dignity. In the aftermath of the Civil War, millions of free and newly freed African Americans sought to define...

Stir It Up: Home Economics in American Culture explores the fascinating history of home economics as an idealistic reform movement in higher education. In the early 1900s, leaders sought to discover...

The Texas Ranch Sisterhood: Portraits of Women Working the Land Alyssa Banta's intimate portrait of the challenges and achievements of the ranch women of Texas reveals the often-overlooked stories of...

Heather Ann Thompson's Whose Detroit? is a gripping account of the African American struggles for full equality and equal justice in post-war America. Set against the backdrop of 1960s and 1970s...

Winston Churchill's early years were marked by the contrasting influences of rational pragmatism and romantic emotionalism, characteristic of the Victorian era. These opposing forces shaped his...

Survival: Global Politics and Strategy June-July 2020 In the Time of CoronavirusThis issue of Survival, the IISS's bimonthly journal, presents fresh perspectives on strategic issues of the moment...

China's New Socialist Countryside Modernity Arrives in the Nu River Valley by Russell Harwood explores how economic development is transforming the lives of ethnic minority people living along the...

Utopia by Thomas More is a foundational work of Western thought and literature that explores the possibilities of the "perfect" society. Written in 1516, this political satire was intended to mock...

This comprehensive study explores Jewish women's lives in medieval Europe from 1000 to 1300. Avraham Grossman examines various aspects of their experiences, including family structure, marriage,...

Cold War Air Combat: A Rare Incident in Jet Fighter History On 10 March 1953, a significant air combat incident occurred near the West German-Czechoslovak border. United States Air Force F-84E...

Giles County, Virginia, has been shaped by its natural landscape and industrial heritage. The New River, creeks, limestone, timber, mineral springs, mountains, and railroads have all played a role in...

The Crisis: A British Defense of American Rights, 1775-1776 by Neil Longley York. Published in 2016, this book explores the history of The Crisis, a London weekly published between January 1775 and...

Calendars in the Dead Sea Scrolls Measuring Time by James C. VanderKam explores the evidence about calendars in the Dead Sea Scrolls, the Hebrew Bible and other ancient Jewish texts. The book...

The Good Life Sacramento's Consumer Culture explores how mass consumption shaped modern American culture. From butchers and bakers to big-box retailers, the buying and selling of goods reveals the...

Courting Conflict: The Israeli Military Court System in the West Bank and GazaBy Lisa Hajjar, this book provides a detailed examination of the Israeli military court system in the occupied...

Australian Settler Colonialism and the Cummeragunja Aboriginal Station Redrawing Boundaries by Fiona Lee Davis explores the complex history of the government-run Aboriginal station Cummeragunja, from...

Understanding US-Russia Relations through Cold War History Stephen P. Friot's Containing History explores how Russians and Americans think about each other, and why they see the world so differently...

Elkridge, Maryland's oldest settlement, has a rich history dating back to 1733. Strategically located near the Patapsco River and major transportation routes, the town played a vital role in...

Jewish Religious Life in Poland Since 1750 offers a fresh understanding of Jewish religious life in Poland, combining approaches from anthropology, history, phenomenology, psychology, and sociology...

Carl von Clausewitz's On War remains a pivotal work in modern society, yet its reputation was largely posthumous. This edition, first published in 1983, offers a major re-evaluation of his thought...

This collection of essays explores the structures, social functions, and emotional characteristics of families in medieval Europe. Bringing together historians, art historians, and literary scholars,...

The Long Aftermath: Cultural Legacies of Europe at War, 1936-2016 This comprehensive volume explores how the Second World War has shaped European culture. Bringing together leading historians,...

For over two centuries, communes have played a significant role in American society. This comprehensive history explores the factors that have contributed to their enduring presence.The book examines...

Festivals and Calendars of the Ancient Near East explores the complex calendars and annual festivals of ancient cities in Mesopotamia, the Levant, and beyond. This comprehensive analysis delves into...

The Camden Expedition of 1864 and the Opportunity Lost by the Confederacy to Change the Civil War In October 1864, the Confederacy had a pivotal moment in the American Civil War. A Union army...

The Human Shore: Seacoasts in HistoryBy John R. Gillis, University of Chicago Press (2012)This comprehensive account spans 100,000 years of seaside civilization, from the earliest human settlements...

Irish Philadelphia showcases the remarkable story of Irish immigrants and their descendants in Philadelphia. From the 17th century to the present day, this community has played a significant role in...

This collection explores the relationship between traumatic experiences and how survivors remember them. Leading academics examine how memories are represented in the language and form of life...

From Cultures of War to Cultures of Peace: War and Peace Museums in Japan, China, and South KoreaThis historical analysis explores how war and peace museums have evolved in Japan, China, and South...

Europe's postwar recovery appears to have stalled. The continent is grappling with ethnic and religious tensions, financial crises in several countries, and challenges to the euro. In "The End of the...

Kauai, the oldest and northernmost of the main Hawaiian Islands, has long been a source of fascination for those who have had the privilege of experiencing its exquisite beauty. Captured by...

The Long Reach of the Sixties: LBJ, Nixon, and the Making of the Contemporary Supreme Court by Laura Kalman. In the late 1960s and early 1970s, Presidents Johnson and Nixon sought to shape the US...

The Khmer Rouge's rise to power in 1975 marked the beginning of a terrifying new order, characterized by mass killings, forced ruralization, and total collectivization. This memoir, compiled and...

Roots of Secession: Slavery and Politics in Antebellum VirginiaA provocative new look at the politics of secession in antebellum Virginia, this book places African Americans at the center of events...

Irish Insanity 1800-2000 by Damien Brennan is a historical analysis of Ireland's national public asylum system. This study explores the long-term trends in institutional residency, using an empirical...