History - Best Selling Books

Historical and sociological exploration of Jewish immigrant life.

"Breach of Faith: The Fall of Richard Nixon" by Theodore H. White is a political biography that examines the Watergate scandal and the eventual resignation of President Richard Nixon. White provides a detailed account of the events leading up to the historic moment, offering insights into the political climate and the consequences of a breach of public trust. The book is part of White's series on American presidential elections.

Co-authored with Bob Woodward, the book recounts the investigative reporting by Bernstein and Woodward that exposed the Watergate scandal. It provides an insider's look at journalism, politics, and the pursuit of truth in the face of political corruption.

Times to Remember is a 1974 memoir by Rose Fitzgerald Kennedy, mother of President John F. Kennedy, and U.S. Ambassador to the Court of St. James's from 1961 to 1963. The book was ghostwritten by Jean Stein

"Plain Speaking: An Oral Biography of Harry S. Truman" by Merle Miller is an oral biography that presents the life and presidency of Harry S. Truman. Based on interviews with Truman, the book offers insights into his leadership style, decisions, and the challenges he faced during a critical period in American history. Miller's approach provides a direct and unfiltered view of Truman's personality.

"Alistair Cooke's America" is a collection of essays by Alistair Cooke, a British-American journalist and broadcaster. The essays, originally written for television, provide Cooke's observations and reflections on American life and culture. The collection offers insights into the diversity and dynamism of the United States, as seen through Cooke's distinctive and perceptive lens.

A biography of President Harry S. Truman written by his daughter

The story of the foreign policy decisions made by the Kennedy and Johnson administrations in the 1960s

"Eleanor and Franklin" by Joseph P. Lash is a biography that explores the lives of President Franklin D. Roosevelt and his wife Eleanor Roosevelt. The book provides insights into their personal relationship, political partnership, and the challenges they faced during a critical period in history.

"The Game Of The Foxes" by Ladislas Farago is a historical and spy fiction book that provides a detailed account of espionage activities during World War II. The book explores the strategies, deceptions, and intelligence operations conducted by various nations during the war. Farago's work sheds light on the complexities of intelligence warfare during a critical period in history.

A poignant account of the history of Native Americans in the American West during the late 19th century, focusing on the tragic events and injustices that unfolded during that period.

"Jennie" is a biography by Ralph G. Martin that provides an intimate portrayal of Lady Randolph Churchill, the American-born mother of Winston Churchill. The biography explores Lady Randolph's life, relationships, and the impact she had on her famous son. Martin's work sheds light on the complexities of Winston Churchill's family background and the influential role played by his mother.

A historical account of the Siege of Leningrad during World War II

In this sweeping survey of Western civilization, art historian Kenneth Clark traces the development of Western art and thought from the ancient world to the present day. He argues that the history of Western civilization is the history of the struggle between the rational and the irrational, the Apollonian and the Dionysian, the classical and the romantic.

This reissue of Lord\'s classic 1955 you-are-there account of the Titanic\'s sinking includes an introduction by Nathaniel Philbrick.

Historical analysis of democracy's development and challenges.

"Only Yesterday" by Frederick Lewis Allen is a historical work that provides a detailed and engaging account of the United States during the Roaring Twenties. The book explores the cultural, social, and political changes of the era, offering readers insights into the events and trends that shaped American society during a transformative period.

Van Loon's Geography is a book by Hendrik Willem van Loon about the history of the world.

The narrative, first published in 1853, of a freeman who was sold into slavery and spent 12 years in bondage before escaping.