History

In December 2001, Argentina witnessed an uprising that shook the country to its core. Thousands took to the streets, shouting "¡Qué se vayan todos!" - All of them out! - as they banged pots and pans...

Ladies of the Leisure Class explores the lives of bourgeois women in northern France during the 19th century. As industrialization transformed their world, these women created a distinct cultural...

The Baltic States and the End of the Soviet Empire by Stefan Hedlund This book explores how Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania gained their independence from the Soviet Union without violence. It...

Medicine, Science, and Making Race in Civil War AmericaThis social and cultural history sheds light on the persistence of anti-Black racism during the American Civil War. White medical professionals...

Subjects unto the Same King: Indians, English, and the Contest for Authority in Colonial New England by Jenny Hale Pulsipher. In seventeenth-century New England, conflict between Indians and English...

The U.S. Army's Encounter with France After D-Day is a detailed study of the complex relationship between French and American forces during the liberation of France in World War II. This book...

Bourgeois Europe, 1850-1914 by Jonathan Sperber is a comprehensive history of the European continent from the mid-nineteenth century to the outbreak of World War I. This second edition offers a broad...

The 1946 Red Sox season was a celebration of America's return to normalcy after World War II. Boston writer Michael Connelly captures the magic of that year in this intimate portrait of a city and...

The nonviolent direct action movement of the 1970s and 1980s was a pivotal moment in American history. Inspired by the civil rights movement, activists developed a fresh philosophy and style of...

Comprehensive information about United States military cemeteries is presented in this updated edition. The book covers the history and significance of each cemetery, including those operated by...

Elizabeth City is steeped in fascinating stories and legends. From its pirate past to its connections with famous figures like the Wright brothers and notable newspapermen, this charming town has a...

The Middle East and Brazil Perspectives on the New Global SouthA groundbreaking collection tracing the links between these two regions, describing the emergence of new South-South solidarities, and...

Detroit, 1930-1969 by David Lee Poremba explores the pivotal years in Detroit's history, from the depths of the Great Depression to its emergence as a major industrial and cultural force. As the city...

Crania Aegyptiaca Or, Observations On Egyptian Ethnography, Derived From Anatomy, History and the Monuments by Samuel George Morton In 1844, Samuel Morton published his groundbreaking study of...

The 17th Aero Squadron in World War I is a detailed account of the British unit that flew Sopwith Camels along the Western Front during the summer of 1918. Drawing from official records, personal...

This remarkable story follows An Wei, a stubborn and hardworking peasant who has lived by his values and stood up for his convictions in the face of overwhelming adversity. Despite poverty, hunger,...

What is the History of the Book? offers a fresh and accessible guide to the global study of written and printed texts across all societies and in all ages. Based on original research, this book...

The Medieval Economy of Salvation: Charity, Commerce, and the Rise of the Hospital By Adam J. Davis In 12th and 13th century western Europe, the growth of trade and commerce was accompanied by an...

The Kargil War: A History of Bravery and Betrayal In 1999, tensions between India and Pakistan escalated into all-out war in the disputed region of Kashmir. This conflict, known as the Kargil War,...

The Diary of Hamman Yaji: A Chronicle of a West African Muslim Ruler This rare diary offers unique insights into the life and values of a Fulbe emir, providing a firsthand account of his experiences...

Mokili Andelo: Tradition and Mission Meet in the Congo tells the story of Mokili, a young son of a Congolese Bambole Chief, growing up in the Congo during the 1930s and 40s. Born into Bambole...

Civil Rights Crossroads: Nation, Community, and the Black Freedom StruggleSteven F. Lawson's collection of writings offers a nuanced exploration of the civil rights movement, examining its local and...

Facing Fear: A Global Perspective on an Ubiquitous Emotion Fear is a complex and multifaceted emotion that has been defined in various ways throughout history. This book sheds light on the meaning,...

War and Society in Africa by Bethwell A. Ogot provides an early academic perspective on welfare and militarization in African society. This reprint offers scholars a valuable opportunity to explore...

The Grand Scribe's Records, Volume IX: The Memoirs of Han China, Part II This volume of The Grand Scribe's Records presents the second segment of Han-dynasty memoirs, focusing on men who served under...

Ancient West African Women - Toppled Cornerstones by Christiana Oware Knudsen explores the complex history of women in ancient West Africa. From matrilineal societies to the devastating impact of...

The Great Dismal Swamp was considered uninhabitable by many white Virginians and North Carolinians, yet black slaves found refuge in its remote sectors. Here, they engaged in petit marronage, an...

The history of the East Saxons and their connection to Waltham and Waltham Holy Cross in Essex is explored in this book.Published in 2022, it provides insight into the region's past and its people...

Crime of the Century: A Historian's Perspective on the Kennedy Assassination This in-depth analysis of the 1963 assassination of President John F. Kennedy provides a detailed critical examination of...

The US Naval Air Power West Coast 2010-20 is a comprehensive overview of the past decade's developments in the United States Naval Aviation service. Since its 100th anniversary in 2011, the service...

Discover the extraordinary stories of Washington's pioneering female conservationists. From battling timber cutting to fighting for environmental protection, these courageous women left an indelible...

Doris L Garraway sheds new light on a significant chapter in French colonial history with her incisive readings of French writing about the Caribbean from the 1640s to the 1790s. This study makes a...

Italians Swindled to New York: False Promises at the Dawn of ImmigrationIn 1861, the unification of Italy promised a brighter future for its people. Yet, millions of poor peasants remained in...

Britain and European Integration Since 1945 explores the complex relationship between Britain and the European Community since its inception in 1973. As the single market draws near, the author...

The Dawn of Innovation: The First American Industrial Revolution Charles R. Morris explores a pivotal moment in American history when innovations in politics and industry transformed the country into...

A Race for the Future: Scientific Visions of Modern Russian Jewishness by Marina Mogilner explores a lesser-known chapter in the history of Russian Jewry. In the late nineteenth century, as the...

The Golden Wave: Culture and Politics after Sri Lanka's Tsunami Disaster In December 2004, a devastating tsunami struck coastal regions of Sri Lanka. Six months later, Michele Ruth Gamburd returned...

The Major-General Thomas Harrison Millenarianism, Fifth Monarchism and the English Revolution 1616-1660 by David Farr is a comprehensive study of a pivotal figure in the English Revolution. This book...

A dark and sinister tale from Boston's past unfolds in "Murder at Breakheart Hill Farm". On a stormy night in October 1900, the farm's caretaker vanished without a trace. Nine days later, his...

The Lockheed F-104 Starfighter: A Fighter Like No Other The F-104 Starfighter was renowned for its exceptional speed and agility, with a top speed of Mach 2.2 and a service ceiling of 58,000 feet...

Lone Wolf and Autonomous Cell Terrorism explores the complex threat posed by lone wolf terrorists and autonomous cells. These small groups of terrorists operate independently, making it difficult to...

The Cavaliers of the English Civil War: A Story of Turbulent Times In the mid-seventeenth century, England was torn apart by conflict between the monarchy and Parliament. Amidst this turmoil, a group...

Colonial Mississippi: A Borrowed Land offers a comprehensive history of the region now known as Mississippi, spanning over three hundred years. Christian Pinnen and Charles Weeks explore the complex...

The Armed Forces of the USSR provides a comprehensive analysis of the development and organization of the Soviet military from its inception to the present day. Drawing on thousands of primary...

London's Underworld by Thomas Holmes is a thought-provoking exploration of the city's criminal underworld during Victorian times. The author presents a nuanced portrayal, balancing admiration for the...

The Halifax Explosion: A Story of Catastrophe and Resilience On December 6, 1917, the city of Halifax, Nova Scotia, was shattered by an explosion that would become one of the worst non-natural...

Carly A. Kocurek explores how an industry's craving for respectability shaped cultural narratives about technology, masculinity, and youth at the video arcade. From the launch of Atari's Pong in 1972...

Benjamin Franklin's Last Bet: A Gift for the Working Class and Lessons for Our Time. In his final years, Benjamin Franklin made a remarkable wager on the future of America. He left behind two funds,...

This comprehensive history of Nigeria spans from before its first encounters with European powers to independence in 1960. Written by Sir Alan Burns and first published in 1929, the book provides...

Alex Haley's Roots was an instant success when it was published in 1976. The subsequent television series, broadcast by ABC in 1977, became the most popular miniseries of all time, captivating over a...

William Ellis's life was marked by transformation and deception. Born in the US-Mexico borderlands at the end of slavery, he adopted a new identity to navigate a world divided along ambiguous racial...

The Letters of General Richard S. Ewell: A Comprehensive View of the Nineteenth Century. This collection of letters offers a unique perspective on the American experience during the nineteenth...

The infamous Commando raids were Hitler's response to Britain's daring new guerrilla force. In 1944, Adolf Hitler issued an edict ordering the annihilation of all men operating against German troops...

The First West Indies Cricket Tour Canada and the United States in 1886 by Hilary Beckles In 1886, the West Indies Cricket Team embarked on its first overseas tour to Canada and the United States...

Beyond Redemption: Race, Violence, and the American South after the Civil War By Carole Emberton The end of the Civil War brought with it a single word on everyone's lips: redemption. This concept...

Prayer and Worship in Eastern Christianities, 5th to 11th Centuries explores the diversity of Christian practices in the medieval eastern Mediterranean, focusing on liturgy, performance, prayer,...

This book presents a review of historical and emerging legal issues related to the interpretation of genocide under international law.The concept of genocide was first formulated by Polish legal...

This comprehensive guide catalogues illustrations in English and Welsh manuscripts from Chaucer to Henry VIII. Spanning over 600 years, this period saw significant developments in book production in...

Circle City Catastrophes Disaster was a fact of everyday life in 1800s and early 1900s Indianapolis. The city experienced numerous devastating fires and disasters, resulting in significant loss of...

The role of women in the Nationalist war effort during the Spanish Civil War has long been overlooked. This monograph offers a new perspective on the vital and invisible contributions made by women...

The Consistory and Social Discipline in Calvin's Geneva by Jeffrey R. Watt This book provides a comprehensive examination of the Consistory of Geneva during John Calvin's ministry, a quasi-tribunal...

Africa's Forgotten Finest Hour: A Critical Role in World War II African soldiers played a crucial role in the Allied victory over Nazism and totalitarianism during World War II. However, their...

This book explores how post-Reformation scholars used Islam as a point of comparison to refine their Protestant identity. By examining new sources, Mehmet Karabela sheds new light on the Reformation...

Soul Power: A Cultural History of U.S. Third World Leftists explores how activists of color in the United States drew inspiration from Third World anticolonial struggles to fight for social and...

Gender, Separatist Politics, and Embodied Nationalism in Cameroon explores how ideal womanhood influenced the Anglophone Cameroonian nationalist movement during the country's early years of...

San Francisco's affordable housing crisis has long been a pressing issue. This book explores one proposed solution: public housing. From the Progressive Era to the dot-com boom, Housing the City by...

Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip have been an integral part of Canada's history for over half of its existence as an independent nation. This scrapbook showcases their 22 official visits to the...

Amy Lather explores the intricate relationships between minds and matter in ancient Greek thought. Her analysis focuses on the concept of poikilia, a versatile term that describes both artefacts and...

Anthropology in Wartime and War Zones: World War I and the Cultural Sciences in Europe The study of anthropology underwent significant transformations during World War I, as researchers sought to...

United We Will Swim: 100 Years of Govanhill BathsThis history of the iconic Govanhill Baths in Glasgow offers a unique insight into Scotland's rich cultural heritage. With its rich photographs and...

Johann Gustav Droysen's historical theory remains a valuable key for understanding history as both an idea and a professional practice. This book explores his groundbreaking work, which challenged...

The eighth century marked a significant turning point in Greek history, as the country emerged from its Dark Age stagnation. In this thought-provoking study, David Tandy explores the economic and...

John V. Lindsay's mayoralty in 1965 marked a significant shift in New York City's governance, as he sought to rid the city of apathy and corruption. Over the next eight years, Lindsay navigated...

The Gambia Army was built by a dedicated team who overcame significant challenges to keep their army operational despite severe financial shortages and bureaucratic inefficiencies. Against all odds,...

This 1981 analysis of South Africa's stability offers an unconventional perspective on the country's transformation in the 20th century. L. H. Gann and Peter Duignan argue that change came from...

Places of Invention explores how certain locations have sparked innovation and invention throughout history. By examining six case studies - including Hartford, CT, Hollywood, CA, Medical Alley, MN,...

Transforming Socio-natures in Turkey Landscapes, State and Environmental Movements explores the environmental changes that have shaped Turkey's history.This book examines the complex relationships...

A Delicious Country: Rediscovering the Carolinas Along the Route of John Lawson's 1700 ExpeditionScott Huler recounts his remarkable journey retracing the route of John Lawson, who traveled through...

The Korean War, the Bay of Pigs, the Cuban Missile Crisis, Vietnam, Cambodia, Lebanon, El Salvador, Grenada, Iran-Contra, Nicaragua, Panama, the Gulf War, Somalia, Kosovo, Afghanistan, Iraq - these...

Red Chicago: A Social History of American Communism in the 1920s and 1930s. This study explores the local party records, oral histories, union records, party newspapers, and government documents to...

Holbrook Bradley's War Correspondent recounts his experiences as a frontline journalist during World War II. Embedded with a division that successfully completed every mission assigned to it, at a...

The Adirondack Hard Times: Evolution of a Rich Man's Paradise By Andrew Egan The Adirondack Mountains and their six million acres of parkland have undergone significant transformation from a rugged...

China Under Jurchen Rule: Essays on Chinese Intellectual and Cultural History This collection of essays marks an important milestone in the study of the Jurchen dynasty, which ruled China from 1115...

Heidrun Friese's Identities: Time, Difference, and Boundaries offers a comprehensive and critical overview of how the concept of identity is currently used in various social sciences. Drawing on...

Buddhism in Fourteenth-century Korea: A Revisionist History The transition from the Koryo to the Choson dynasty in fourteenth-century Korea was marked by significant social and religious changes...

John F. Kennedy's lifelong love affair with England and its culture is revealed in this in-depth biography.The author explores how Britain shaped JFK throughout his adult life, from his speaking...

Slavery, freedom, and kidnapping in the mid-Atlantic region of the United States. This is the story of Thomas McCreary, a slave catcher from Cecil County, Maryland. His career as a fugitive slave...

Alabama's barbecue has come a long way since its early days as a southern staple. In fact, it was even considered for elimination in the 1820s due to politicians' attempts to entice voters with it...

Aboriginal Legends - Animal Tales is a unique collection of stories that delve into the fascinating culture of Australia's indigenous people.These incredible tales from the Dreamtime feature powerful...

The Confucian Intellectual: A Panoramic View of Core Values This book offers a comprehensive exploration of the core values of the Confucian intellectual, examining the historical and comparative...

Travels and Adventures 1435-1439 is a unique document that captures Europe at a critical moment in its history. Written by Pero Tafur, this work provides a detailed account of the Continent's...

Lake Pontchartrain is a vital waterway that has played a significant role in the region's history and culture. Native Americans used Okwata, meaning "wide water," as a shortcut for inland trade...

Heard Amid the Guns: True Stories from the Western Front, 1914-1918 This book offers a unique perspective on one of history's most pivotal periods, drawing on personal stories and experiences from...

Hardcover: 270 pages (2021) This book explores the history of conservation in Italy's Gran Paradiso National Park, from its establishment in 1919 to the end of World War II. Wilko Graf von Hardenberg...

New York in the Progressive Era: Social Reforms and Cultural Upheaval 1890-1920From the excesses of the Gilded Age to the rise of social reform movements, New York State underwent a transformative...

Challenging Social Inequality explores Brazil's deeply unequal agrarian structure and the Landless Rural Workers Movement's efforts to address it. This collection examines the causes, consequences,...

This history explores the development of Town Halls in Sussex, highlighting over thirty towns and villages that once had their own civic buildings. Many have since been replaced by modern Civic...

Nation of Outlaws, State of Violence: A History of Cameroonian Nationalism. This book offers a fresh perspective on the history of Cameroonian nationalism, exploring the complex interplay between...

English Justice Between the Norman Conquest and the Great Charter, 1066-1215 by Doris Stenton This book explores the history of English justice from the time of the Norman Conquest to the reign of...

The Ancient Irish Sagas by Theodore Roosevelt is a culturally significant work that has been preserved and made available to the public. As it falls within the public domain, you are free to copy and...