History

Reviewed by: 

Some of the history of the United States is known to many, yet the story behind the events and circumstances that make up that history not always necessarily so much.

Reviewed by: 

“This collection would make a great item to place on some deep space probe for other intelligent life to use to learn who and what we are.”

Reviewed by: 

“The author argues that, in the ultimate contradiction, ‘Oppenheimer's foes used deceit and treachery’ ‘fueled by fear and paranoia’ to end a chance for a world safe from the nuclear weapon

Reviewed by: 

“Fascinating and atmospheric, the narrative is complimented with beautifully illustrated images . . . For anyone who loves Dublin . . .”

Reviewed by: 

Such is the molten hot fury of Syria’s now almost seven-year conflict, that it seems hard to think back to how things were before.

Author(s):
Genre(s):
Reviewed by: 

In Prisoner of Pinochet, Sergio Bitar describes harsh imprisonment after the U.S.-backed coup against Salvador Allende in 1973.

Author(s):
Genre(s):
Reviewed by: 

“Well written, with an exceptional collection of personal narratives, this book provides a fascinating look at the last four months of World War I.”  

Reviewed by: 

“In Full Flight succeeds as a fascinating character study, a deep ethical quandary, and an engrossing story.”

Reviewed by: 

“It is hard to imagine a reader who would not be inspired by the momentous life of Heda Margolius depicted in Hitler, Stalin and I.

Reviewed by: 

Gaza: An Inquest into its Martyrdom is an extraordinary book. It is also a difficult book to read.

Reviewed by: 

This unique graphic novel deserves high praise for direction and purpose.

Author(s):
Genre(s):
Reviewed by: 

"Partner to Power, however, 'reminds us that some of the most powerful people working in the White House, indeed in the whole of government, are often the least kn

Reviewed by: 

On September 13, 1971, my Buffalo National Guard unit entered Attica State Prison where the prisoners had rioted and seized hostages.

Author(s):
Genre(s):
Reviewed by: 

This collection of short pieces by the British writer Martin Amis takes you into a wide range of his nonfiction work.

Reviewed by: 

It is unfortunate and even tragic in today's society that our history is so largely unknown, mostly untaught and unlearned.

Author(s):
Reviewed by: 

Guatemala, a small post-colonial state that is not so post.

Author(s):
Reviewed by: 

Dave Eggers, the accomplished Northern California novelist, returns to nonfiction storytelling with this captivating account of a young Yemeni-American businessman who dreams of reviving his homela

Reviewed by: 

Katja Petrowskaja has indeed, as her publicist claims, written an “inventive and unique literary debut” as she travels to various countries in search of her family’s dramatic 20th century history.

Author(s):
Reviewed by: 

“The 50th anniversary . . . should be retold as a tribute to these long forgotten heroes that answered their county’s call in this controversial war.”

Reviewed by: 

“a brilliantly crafted discussion of the limits imposed by our natural reserves, combining historical analysis, economic development and political decision making.”

Author(s):
Genre(s):
Reviewed by: 

“Anatomy of a Genocide furnishes well-lit imagination, though shaded with sadness, beneficial for the communities trapped into mutual impairment in various parts o

Reviewed by: 

“Paul Le Blanc’s October Song reminds readers just how difficult it is to make a revolution, especially one that failed.”

Reviewed by: 

“No American city was more important to Nazis than Los Angeles; home to Hollywood, the greatest propaganda machine in the world.

Reviewed by: 

The Vietnam War was one of the most tragic and divisive events in the history of this country.

Pages