Browsing: History

From the formation of Zululand to the aftermath of the Anglo-Zulu War, this fascinating, carefully researched tome takes a comprehensive look at the history of the South African kingdom and its people.

Rediscover a forgotten America via its most famous highway! With captivating stories of the personalities that traversed the original Route 66 — including John Steinbeck, Al Capone, and Dorothea Lange — this book is “full of interesting or amazing historical facts… A winning mixture of travelogue and history” (Booklist).

Dr. Max Jacobson — aka Dr. Feelgood — was known for the highly addictive “vitamin” shots that he administered to iconic American figures including JFK, Frank Sinatra, Marilyn Monroe, and Elvis Presley. Did these shots alter the course of history? A provocative read.

From an award-winning producer and a #1 New York Times bestselling author: In examining the US government’s treatment of American soldiers who became prisoners of war in Vietnam, this provocative classic tells the stories of those left behind.

In this New York Times Notable Book, a retired detective revisits the brutal murder of Elizabeth Short — one of the biggest unsolved cases in Los Angeles history — and shares startling evidence pointing to the killer’s identity. “Completely convincing… As far as I am concerned, this case is closed” (Michael Connelly).

A #1 New York Times bestseller! This vivid narrative delves into the career and legacy of iconic actor Jimmy Stewart — and reveals surprising insights about his personal life. “Stewart’s fans are in for a treat… A fun Old Hollywood bio” (Booklist).

Lord Russell, Britain’s legal adviser at Nuremberg, was forced to resign after penning a book about German war crimes. Here is the controversial work that ended his career — a shocking exposé of atrocities committed under the Nazi regime.

“Nuanced… A well-researched book that clarifies many misconceptions” (Kirkus Reviews): The Gestapo was one of the most fearsome weapons in Nazi Germany’s arsenal. Based on interviews with ex-Gestapo agents, this in-depth account reveals the chilling inside story of the monstrous organization.

Besides the telephone, Alexander Graham Bell created many other ahead-of-their-time innovations — yet he shunned fame and fortune. This masterful biography documents the life and work of a complex scientific mind. “Required reading” (New York Post).

Centered around “one of the greatest capers of the century” (Kirkus Reviews), this engrossing account tells the story of the World War II–era code breakers determined to decipher Japanese intelligence. “A real-life thriller that unfolds like a classic spy story” (Booklist).