Genres : History

*Includes pictures *Includes a bibliography for further reading *Includes a table of contents “Now all my tales are based on the fundamental premise that common human laws and interests and emotions have no validity or significance in the vast cosmos-at-large. To me there is nothing but puerility in a tale in which the human form - and the local human passions and conditions and standards - are depicted as native to other worlds or other universes." - H.P. Lovecraft What...

First published in 1845, Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass, an American Slave is a landmark autobiography and one of the most influential works in American literature. In this compelling firsthand account, Frederick Douglass recounts his experiences in slavery, the brutality he endured, and his courageous journey toward freedom.With powerful prose and moral clarity, Douglass exposes the inhumanity of slavery while highlighting the transformative power of education, resistance, and self-determination. His story not only documents personal suffering but also...

*Includes pictures *Includes contemporary accounts *Includes online resources and a bibliography for further reading *Includes a table of contents By the time the Revolutionary War started, military confrontations between the world powers had become so common that combat was raised to the status of a fine art, consuming a large portion of time for adolescent males in training and comprising a sizeable component of the economy. Weaponry was developed to a degree of quality not accessible to most North Americans,...

THE INSIDE STORY OF FORMULA ONE, WHERE DESIGN, DRAMA, AND LEGACY COLLIDE. You’ll get: 🛠️ THE 7 DEFINING DESIGN SHIFTS that changed what “fast” even means explained clearly, without dumbing it down. ⏱️ THE 12 MOMENTS OF PRESSURE where teams, drivers, and principals made choices that rewired history. 🎥 THE 5 BIGGEST MYTHS FANS REPEAT and what actually happened when the cameras weren’t telling the full story. 🧩 A narrative structure that ties together The Beginning, The Laboratory, The Drivers...

What if Julius Caesar didn’t need an empire—he just needed therapy?History: Unattached imagines a world where the past’s most powerful people weren’t conquering lands or building legacies... they were lying on a couch, unpacking their unresolved trauma.Because maybe, just maybe—behind every great empire was a broken attachment style.About the Book:Through historically grounded and emotionally revealing imagined therapy sessions, History: Unattached brings the dead back to life—emotionally, if not literally. These aren't battles, biographies, or dry timelines. They're raw, modern reflections...

"This book provides context, analyzes, and narrates the events of 1942, which shook British Rule of India and eventually led to the collapse of the British Empire.1942: Japanese armies reached the Northeast Borders of India after taking over Burma (Myanmar). Then, the Japanese bombed Madras, Vizag, and Calcutta.Ports on India’s East Coast were closed. Almost 100,000 soldiers of the British Indian Army and 400,000 civilians- disease-ridden and demoralized- came to India from Burma, making a tortuous journey with nearly 50-100,000...

Open the Time Capsule and Step Back Into 1975What did everyday life look like in 1975?This full-color book is your time machine and a perfect gift for someone who was born or married in 1975.Inside Time Capsule of 1975, across 210+ color pages and 133 photos & illustrations you will explore:The cultural, political, and scientific moments that defined the year.Everyday routines, school days, and the fashions that filled American streetsThe rise of music iconsSports legends in the makingAmerica and the...

Stories That Inspire, Histories That MatterUnappreciated for her talents. Abilities doubted because of her sex. Remarkable women who challenged societal norms and achieved great feats.Ever wondered what it was like to be a pirate or to cycle around the world?  What was it like to be put in a women’s lunatic asylum? Be inspired by the women who did these adventurous acts and led the way.History’s Hidden Heroines.  While teaching English and History in schools, Christine Bennet found it necessary...

Bored Kings. Mischievous Monkeys. And a Quest for Glory.Journey to the bustling city of Uruk, where young King Gilgamesh—bold, powerful, and slightly troublemaking—is ready for his biggest adventure yet.Determined to find a legendary treasure in the mysterious Forbidden Forest, Gilgamesh teams up with Enkidu, a gentle-hearted hero with strength to match the king’s. Together, they must navigate a series of hilarious mishaps, magical trials, and the growing bond of an unlikely friendship.But they aren't alone! Meet the squad:Squawk: The colorful...

Rich, vibrant Paris, in the eyes of a mindful traveler, is a journey of discovery and self-reflection. Glorious light in Gothic churches and fresh Impressionist art. Sinuous forms in daring architecture. A rare library that helps define oneself. Cuisine and culture that make a city unique. But amidst the charm and allure of Paris and its art, questions arise and conflicts are explored. Can art truly enrich our understanding of life? Can it help extricate us from constantly waging wars?...