Browsing: History

The award-winning historian provides a provocative new analysis of the Battle of the Alamo–including new information on the fate of…

This essential book tells the engrossing story of the two ships that received the distress call of the Titanic. “A bold and powerful account of the most incredible disaster in the annals of maritime history… Exactingly researched, admirably written, and forcefully presented” (Clive Cussler).

In this engrossing memoir, a combat squad leader of the 101st Airborne Division shares his account of the Vietnam War — from stories of combat to the anti-war movement.

“Exquisite” (Simon Winchester): This history of seafaring explores the science of navigation — and focuses on one of the devices that made it all possible. A “wide-ranging… informative volume” (Library Journal starred review) that presents a cohesive narrative of maritime discovery.

From a New York Times bestselling author comes a sweeping account of combat aviation — from the dogfights of World War I to today’s high-tech warfare. A perfect choice for history and military buffs.

“Fascinating” (Booklist): When, how, and why did early Christians proclaim Jesus to be God? This provocative New York Times bestseller “makes the most astonishing and complex topic in the history of Christianity accessible to every reader” (Elaine Pagels).

This New York Times bestseller is the harrowing history of the quest to establish a US settlement in the wild Pacific Northwest. “A page-turning tale of ambition, greed, politics, survival, and loss” (Publishers Weekly), with over 2,000 five-star ratings on Goodreads.

In Vietnam, America’s most elite fighter pilots risked their lives in a top secret effort to thwart a deadly new breed of weapon. A New York Times bestselling author delivers an account that “will appeal to military history fans or anyone looking for an absorbing read” (Library Journal).

In this “compelling narrative” (The Daily Telegraph), a New York Times bestselling author examines the pivotal battles and flawed military strategies that ultimately led to Axis defeat in World War II. “This is history as it should be written” (Publishers Weekly).

How the First World War influenced the author of the Lord of the Rings Trilogy: “Very much the best book…