Browsing: History

In 1904, Henry Flagler began work on an unbelievable project — connecting mainland Florida to the island of Key West with 153 miles of railroad across the open ocean. Find out what doomed the disastrous project in this “remarkable” New York Times bestseller (Booklist).

This #1 New York Times bestseller from the author of Seabiscuit delves into the life of Louis Zamperini, who survived incredible odds when his bomber crashed into the ocean during World War II. “A powerfully drawn survival epic” (The Wall Street Journal) with over 416,000 five-star Goodreads ratings.

Erik Larson, New York Times bestselling author of Devil in the White City, delivers a remarkable story set during Hitler’s…

Readers around the world have thrilled to Killing Lincoln, Killing Kennedy, and Killing Jesus—riveting works of nonfiction that journey into…

A New York Times bestselling memoir from one of America’s most cherished actresses and comedians. Burnett gives us a peek behind the curtain of her fabulous career — from moments of true hilarity to poignant life decisions. “Endearing and very moving” (Julie Andrews).

From a #1 New York Times bestselling author comes the “fascinating” true story (Salon) of Vera Atkins, a master intelligence agent for the Allies who led a relentless covert campaign against Nazi Germany. “In the real world of spies, Vera Atkins was the boss” (Ian Fleming).

From an author once hailed by Jean-Paul Sartre as “the greatest writer of our time”: Delve into this fascinating chronicle of a crucial period in US history — from McKinley’s assassination to the defeat of the League of Nations.

Nearly 100 years after peace was declared, this “wonderfully engaging” book (Kirkus Reviews) collected the stories of the last surviving heroes of World War I. “Riveting and astonishing” (New York Times bestselling author Thomas Fleming).

Captured by the Japanese army, British soldier Alistair Urquhart overcame unfathomable hardships to survive World War II. His gripping journey is brought to life in this inspiring memoir with over 1,500 five-star Goodreads ratings.

A New York Times bestseller with nearly 2,000 five-star ratings on Goodreads: Experience the heyday of Chicago’s 20th-century underworld in this lively account of America’s most famous brothel. “Assiduously researched… makes for good storytelling” (The New York Times).