History

The experience of Byzantium is a rich and multifaceted topic that has been explored in depth by scholars from various disciplines. This collection of papers brings together international experts who...

Grant's Lieutenants From Chattanooga to Appomattox by Steven E. Woodworth This new volume assesses Union generalship during the final two years of the Civil War, focusing on Ulysses S. Grant's...

The birth of aviation was marked by two pivotal events: the Wright brothers' 1903 flights in Kitty Hawk and World War I's violent adolescence. This period saw the war forge an industry that would...

The Imperial Educational Society of Noble Maidens: Glimpses Into Life at the Smolny Institute. This rare and fascinating volume presents the history of the Smolny Institute, Russia's first state...

Cosmopolitanism, Nationalism and the Jews of East Central Europe explores the complex relationship between Jewish communities and cosmopolitan ideals in Eastern Europe. This collection examines the...

Spanning over 9,000 years, this account of Alutiiq people's history on the Alaska Peninsula offers a unique perspective on the region. From Russian occupation to the start of the war with Japan,...

Twelve military commanders who changed the course of history with their bold leadership and innovative tactics are explored in this book. From Clive to Wellington, Robert Harvey examines what made...

Constructing "race" and "ethnicity" in America is a critical examination of how socially constructed concepts are used in everyday practices. Dvora Yanow argues that categories such as White, Black,...

Brothers in the Mekong Delta is a memoir that recounts the experiences of young men serving on patrol boats in the Mekong Delta during the Vietnam War. In 1967-1968, US naval strategy shifted to...

Southern and Smoked: Cajun Cooking through the Seasons by Jarred I. Zeringue is a celebration of the rich culinary heritage of Louisiana's River Parishes. This approachable guide to Cajun cooking...

The Ozarks Spook Light History, Legend, and Speculation by Larry Wood For nearly a century, a mysterious light has been drawing visitors to an out-of-the-way spot near the Missouri-Oklahoma border...

The Life and Times of a Duke By Martyn J. McGinty This book tells the story of a remarkable locomotive's struggle to regain its former glory after years of service. The author delves into the...

Exploring the complex relationships between working-class migrants and conservative communal hierarchies in late-Victorian East London, this book examines the interactions between Irish Catholic and...

Race to the Swift: A comprehensive and original account of Korea's developmental state, this book challenges conventional wisdom about the country's industrial growth. Jung-en Woo argues that Korea's...

The Ahmadiyya in the Gold Coast Muslim Cosmopolitans in the British Empire by John H. Hanson explores the early history of the Ahmadiyya movement in Ghana, from its arrival in 1921 to its current...

The story behind all the stories. In an age when the press is alternately villain or hero, Matthew Pressman serves as a kind of medicine man of journalism, telling us how we got from there to here...

Hamilton Hume: Our Greatest ExplorerA stirring untold story of true Australian heroism, Hamilton Hume was a man with a profound understanding of the Aboriginal people and an almost mystical...

The Southern Cheyennes (Volume 66) (The Civilization of the American Indian Series) For nearly fifty years, George Bird Grinnell's work has stood as the definitive account of the struggles of the...

The C&O Canal Companion: A Journey through Potomac History Explore one of America's unique national parks with this comprehensive guide to the 184-mile Potomac River waterway and towpath. Mike High...

The Far Reaches: Phenomenology, Ethics, and Social Renewal in Central Europe By Michael Gubser, Stanford University Press, 2014 Phenomenology is one of the preeminent social and ethical philosophies...

Buffalo's Short Line Railroad Legacy by Mark Klingel explores the rise and legacy of short line railroads in Buffalo, New York, during a period of significant change in the American railroad industry...

Warrior Wisdom: A Collection of Timeless Quotes and Writings from Warriors Around the World. The warrior has long been revered for embodying some of humanity's greatest qualities, including courage,...

America's future is a choice that can be determined. As the nation reels from converging crises and discord, it's essential to understand the consequences of our immediate choices. Paul Laudicina...

TV China explores the complex and evolving landscape of television in China. This collection of essays examines various aspects of Chinese television, including its role in shaping public space, its...

Shiloh, in Hell Before Night by James L. McDonough is a detailed examination of one of the bloodiest battles of the American Civil War. In this account, the author sheds light on the events...

The Dance of Death in Late Medieval and Renaissance Europe explores how environmental stress impacted society during this period. This collection of essays examines various regions, including...

The iron bars of Joliet Prison hold secrets and stories of those who once walked its grounds. For 160 years, the prison has been home to the ghosts of its past, including the spirits of notorious...

Old Gilford, Scarva, Loughbrickland and Lawrencetown is a collection of 52 photographs documenting the history of linen production in Co. Down during the early twentieth century. The villages...

The Scrapbook in American Culture A systematic examination and analysis of scrapbooks as a cultural phenomenon. Scrapbooking is a longstanding American tradition that has captivated both makers and...

The Uses of Justice in Global Perspective, 1600-1900 presents a fresh perspective on how people used justice between 1600 and 1900, challenging traditional Eurocentric approaches. This book explores...

Cécile Vidal's Caribbean New Orleans Empire offers a unique perspective on the city's history, combining Atlantic and imperial viewpoints to shed light on the French colonists who established racial...

Cold War Captives: A Provocative History of Early Cold War America This provocative history explores a pivotal moment in American culture and politics, when World War III seemed imminent. The era was...

The development of academic vocabularies in the humanities has undergone significant changes over the twentieth century. In "From History to Theory", Kerwin Lee Klein explores these shifts, tracing...

Ariela J. Gross examines the paradoxical relationship between race and citizenship in American society through the lens of 19th-century court cases. In "What Blood Won't Tell", she uncovers how...

The Cargo Rebellion: Those Who Chose Freedom tells the true story of a remarkable maritime mutiny. In 1847, four hundred indentured Chinese men rose up against their captor, Leslie Bryson, and took...

Abandoned North and South Memphis: What's Left Behind is a photographic exploration of the city's derelict buildings. Natasha Rawls' fascination with abandoned places stems from her childhood...

Europeanisation and the Transformation of EU Security Policy explores how the end of the Cold War shaped the Common Security and Defence Policy (CSDP) in Europe. This study examines the development...

American Military Vehicles of World War I: An Illustrated History of Armored Cars, Staff Cars, Motorcycles, Ambulances, Trucks, Tractors and Tanks by Albert Mroz. The American motor vehicle industry...

Elizabeth Patterson Bonaparte: A Life Beyond Legend This biography offers a fresh perspective on Elizabeth Patterson Bonaparte, a woman whose life was marked by both beauty and tragedy. Through...

Reality of Dreams: Post-neoliberal Utopias in the Ecuadorian online marketplaces by Japhy Wilson explores the ambitious megaprojects launched in the Ecuadorian online marketplaces from 2007 to 2017...

Explore medieval history through primary sources in this fully updated and revised edition. Featuring over 116 documentary sources and 34 artifactual items, this collection provides a broad topical,...

The Final Book of Giovanni Villani's New Chronicle by Giovanni Villani A narrative of transformation and crisis, this final book covers one of the most dramatic periods of the early fourteenth...

The transformation of Mexican politics in the twentieth century was marked by two dominant paradigms: the rhetoric of the Mexican Revolution and the rise of an "official" party. While the Revolution...

Religion and Trade: Cross-Cultural Exchanges in World History, 1000-1900 explores how trade across religious boundaries developed historically. An international team of scholars examines commercial...

Boxing Day in the Anglicized Caribbean World is a highly detailed examination of the use of spectacular vernacular to metaphorically dramatize cultural tropes. Folklorist Jerrilyn McGregory explores...

Architecture and Nationalism in Sri Lanka: The Trouser Under the Cloth by Anoma Pieris explores how the home and domestic sphere shape ideas of national belonging. This comprehensive history examines...

Diaspora Jews amidst Greeks and Romans by Erich S. GruenThis book explores the lives of Jewish communities in the Mediterranean world from Alexander the Great's conquest to the Roman destruction of...

The Battle of Little Bighorn: A Contested Event in American History The Battle of Little Bighorn, fought on June 25-26, 1876, is a pivotal yet contentious episode in the history of the United States...

Lincoln & Churchill: A New Perspective on Statesmen at War Renowned historian Lewis E. Lehrman presents a groundbreaking comparison of two of history's greatest English-speaking statesmen, Abraham...

The Kingdom of Hungary and the Habsburg Monarchy in the Sixteenth Century offers a fresh perspective on the complex relationships between Hungary and the Habsburgs during this period. Géza Pálffy's...

The Missouri Crisis, 1819-1821 A bitter struggle over westward expansion and slavery nearly destroyed the fragile United States. From its early days, American leaders knew that an unpredictable issue...

Oliver Cromwell has been both celebrated and reviled throughout history, with his legacy invoked in various contexts beyond England. This study explores the complex and multifaceted image of Cromwell...

Reviving Indigenous Water Management Practices in Morocco explores alternative pathways to sustainable development in semi-arid countries.This book demonstrates how traditional methods of water...

Rereading German History provides a comprehensive study of how historians have interpreted Germany's past. Richard J. Evans draws together his review essays to examine differing perspectives on the...

Bartolomeo Scala's Essays and Dialogues presents a unique window into the life and thought of one of Florence's most influential citizens. A humanist and public official, Scala drew on classical...

An Empire of Touch: Women's Political Labor and the Fabrication of East Bengal by Poulomi Saha explores the often-overlooked role of women in shaping the history of East Bengal, now Bangladesh. This...

A remarkable story of courage and sacrifice, Virginia d'Albert-Lake's diary and memoir recounts her experiences as an American woman in the French Resistance during World War II.Born in Ohio and...

Dan Ge Performance Masks and Music in Contemporary Côte D'Ivoire explores the complex role of performance masks among the Dan people of Côte d'Ivoire. Daniel B. Reed delves into the heart of this...

Kenya: From Colonization to Independence, 1888-1970 by R. Mugo Gatheru explores the complex history of Kenya from its colonization in the late 1800s to its emergence as an independent country. This...

San Francisco in World War II by John Garvey explores the pivotal role San Francisco played during the Second World War. The city's transformation into a major deployment center for the US military...

River of Blood: The Story of American Slavery from the People Who Lived It by Richard Cahan and Michael Williams is a powerful collection of interviews with former slaves, condensed into short...

William Moraley's autobiography offers a rare glimpse into life among the lower classes in England and the American colonies during the eighteenth century. First published by Penn State Press, this...

When the Wall Came Down: Reactions to German UnificationThis collection of essays explores the diverse responses in Germany and beyond to the events of 1989-90, offering a unique insight into the...

Explore the ancient world's struggle for power and control in this gripping historical account. The Western seas played a crucial role in the trade routes that shaped the destiny of civilizations.The...

Disability in Twentieth-Century German Culture explores the complex and often contradictory relationship between disability and modern German cultural history. From the Weimar Republic to the current...

Credit Nation: Property Laws and Institutions in Early America is a major new history of early America that explores how credit shaped property laws and legal institutions in the colonial and...

The Iconography of Independence 'Freedoms at Midnight' This book explores the phenomenon of Independence Days, examining their complex meanings in both the territories concerned and Britain as the...

The Misunderstood Mission of Jean Nicolet offers a fresh perspective on a pivotal moment in North American history. For years, the story of Jean Nicolet's arrival in Wisconsin has been distorted by...

Tacitus' Annals is a seminal work of history that has shaped our understanding of first-century C.E. Rome. This volume provides a detailed analysis of the reigns of Tiberius, Claudius, and Nero, as...

The 1957 Fargo Tornado: A Devastating Event in American History On June 20, 1957, a tornado struck Fargo, North Dakota, leaving a trail of destruction and loss of life. The disaster resulted in the...

The Persistence of Technology: Histories of Repair, Reuse and DisposalThis collection of stories explores how technologies are maintained, reused, and disposed of over time. It reveals that the lives...

In 1948, a shocking exposé was published in white newspapers across America, revealing the harsh realities of life for African Americans in the Jim Crow South. Ray Sprigle, a Pittsburgh journalist,...

A rigorous and illuminating introduction to the history of the American West, A Companion to the American West brings together twenty-five essays by expert scholars. This comprehensive overview...

Remaking Indigeneity in the online marketplaces is an analysis of how indigeneity, Christianity and state-making became intertwined in the Colombian online marketplaces throughout the 20th century...

Practicing Oral History among Refugees and Host Communities provides a comprehensive guide to applied oral history with refugees, exploring its successful applications in various fields. This book...

The 2005 election of Evo Morales to the presidency of Bolivia marked a critical moment of transformation. A coca farmer and peasant union leader became the first indigenous president in the history...

Explore the history of communities along the River Clyde, from its source in South Lanarkshire to its mouth at the Firth of Clyde. This travelogue takes you through the region's industrial heartlands...

Hardcover: 283 pages (1996) Convict leasing was one of the most exploitative labor systems in American history. In the post-Civil War South, Southern states sought to alleviate their financial...

The Development of Battlefield Blood Transfusion During the Civil War By Linda Palfreeman The Spanish Civil War marked a significant turning point in the history of blood transfusion medicine. In...

The Sacco-Vanzetti Affair: An Anarchist Background by Paul Avrich The Sacco-Vanzetti affair is one of the most infamous cases in American legal history, sparking intense debate and controversy in the...

Adam Michnik's In Search of Lost Meaning: The New Eastern Europe offers a thought-provoking exploration of post-communist Poland and its place in Central and Eastern European history. Through essays...

Louis XIV: A Study in Power and Personality. This biography explores the life and reign of Louis XIV, one of history's most influential monarchs. Professor J. H. Shennan examines the King's...

The Road to Kells: Prehistoric Archaeology of the M3 Navan to Kells and N52 Kells Bypass Road Project by Fintan Walsh. This comprehensive guide explores the rich prehistoric heritage of Ireland,...

A Story of YHWH explores the ancient Israelite expression of their deity, tracing the variations in its expression from the early Iron Age to the Persian period.This study examines the cultural...

Trauma in First Person Diary Writing During the Holocaust by Amos Goldberg explores the profound effects of radical oppression on the human psyche. Through a collection of diaries from Jews under...

Alvin Josephy Jr.'s groundbreaking writings have long advocated for a fair and true historical assessment of Native Americans. This collection brings together his essays, speeches, and other works to...

Greenlaw in Berwickshire has been a place of significance since ancient times, serving as the county town and headquarters of the local justiciary. This history dates back to prehistoric times, with...

Bertrand du Guesclin's epic story is one of remarkable rise from humble beginnings to become one of France's greatest heroes. This is the first English translation of Cuvelier's poem, which brings to...

A New Look at the Letters of Ignatius of Antioch and Other Apellean Writings by Roger Parvus offers a fresh perspective on the letters attributed to Ignatius of Antioch. Parvus revises a theory first...

Comic Books, Graphic Novels and the Holocaust Beyond Maus by Ewa Stańczyk explores the portrayal of the Holocaust in various forms of comic strips from the 1940s to the present. This collection...

The Korean Conflict and the Postwar World by Hajimu Masuda is a historical analysis that explores how the conflict shaped the post-war world. The end of World War II did not bring about an era of...

Samuel Pepys' diary is one of the most fascinating records of life in 17th-century England. This collection brings to life the spirit of Restoration London, a city that was rapidly becoming a hub of...

Forest history becomes a microcosm of the origins and nature of colonial rule in East Africa. Thaddeus Sunseri explores how the Tanzanian coastal forests and woodlands have been shaped by profound...

Seven Myths of Africa in World History challenges common misconceptions about African history and its impact on the world. By examining the sources of these myths and exploring the research that...

The Yankee Problem: An American Dilemma For centuries, the influence of New England has shaped America's history and culture. Dr. Clyde Wilson explores this phenomenon in his thought-provoking...

The Spanish Anarchists of Northern Australia: Revolution in the Sugar Cane Fields By Robert Mason In 1901, as the Australian colonies federated to form one country, revolution was being plotted...

The Great Debates: Kennedy vs. Nixon, 1960 by Sidney Kraus In 1960, the presidential debates between John F. Kennedy and Richard Nixon captivated a significant portion of the adult population, with...

The Last Days of Stonewall Jackson is a detailed account of the pivotal events surrounding Confederate Lt. Gen. Thomas Jonathan Jackson's final days in May 1863. On the night of May 2, after...

The Gezira Scheme and Agricultural Transition in Sudan is an exploration of the complex role played by the Gezira scheme in the capitalist transformation of Sudan. The authors argue that while the...

The Highest Glass Ceiling: Women's Quest for the American Presidency By Ellen Fitzpatrick Hardcover, 330 pages, published 2016. This book tells the story of three remarkable women who dared to...