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This book offers the answer to the long-standing mystery surrounding the true fate of one of history's greatest inventors, Rudolf Diesel, who disrupted the status quo before vanishing into thin air ……続きを見る

An interesting and significant history of America's relentless, furious, and utterly fascinating struggle from its inception to preserve its own greatest ideals... It is a cause for hope as well as ……続きを見る

Author H eather Leigh Carroll-Landon guides readers on a spine-tingling tour through Florida's haunted lighthouses. Lighthouses dot the Florida coast, there to help seafarers navigate their way to s……続きを見る

Authors Ryan Starrett and Josh Foreman chart a Gulf Coast odyssey with French adventurers, English colonists, Spanish Dons, American filibusters, Indian warriors, African Maroons, and pirate outlaws……続きを見る

In 1948-49, Nebraska experienced a winter like never before. Brutal cold, unbearable winds and record snowfall made roads impassable and life difficult for locals. Farmers and ranchers struggled wit……続きを見る

A Life at the Crossroads tells the story of a Minnesota farm boy who became an inner-city pastor, high-profile denominational executive, and the last president of the world's most historic seminary ……続きを見る

The conflict between the American Indian tribes in the Indiana Territory increased in the years leading up to the War of 1812. The three dominant personalities, William Henry Harrison, Tecumseh and ……続きを見る

Named for Napoleon Bonaparte, the town of Napoleon was platted in 1820, the second town in Ripley County, Indiana. Early in its history, Napoleon was a center of transportation and an important hub ……続きを見る

In "A History of the City of Brooklyn and Kings County," Stephen M. Ostrander offers a comprehensive exploration of Brooklyn's rich past, meticulously chronicling its evolution from a small Dutch se……続きを見る

Introducing "Breathe No More: The Evolution, Fact, and Controversies of Nitrogen Gas Executions" Dive deep into the shadows of capital punishment with "Breathe No More," an exhaustive exploration of……続きを見る

Dive into the heart-pounding world of football glory with Super Bowl 2024 . This gripping book unravels the electrifying narrative behind the 2024 Super Bowl, capturing the essence of an unforgettab……続きを見る

Evade the Tourist Herds and Enter Into An Insider's Central California. Known and unknown history, hidden delights, blood curdling and fascinating stories pervade the past of Central California begi……続きを見る

"United in Faith" offers an insightful exploration into the rich and diverse history of Islam across the 50 United States. This book documents the growth, struggles, and achievements of the Muslim c……続きを見る

The Armies of the Revolutionary War reveals to readers the complexity of the organization of the military forces of the rebelling American colonies as well as the British Army and Navy. The book als……続きを見る

In "History of Atchison County, Kansas," Sheffield Ingalls meticulously chronicles the development of this pivotal region, tracing its evolution from a nascent settlement to a thriving community. Th……続きを見る

‘The Biography of Henry Kissinger’ is an in-depth and illuminating exploration of the life and career of Henry Kissinger, one of the most influential figures in American politics and diplomacy. This……続きを見る

Unlock the hidden secrets of America's soul inside the 50 American state flags Some people may look at all 50 American state flags and see an amazing collection of US history woven in. But have you ……続きを見る

Imagine shuffling down Broadway through the hustle and bustle right into the nonstop, neon heart of New York City: 42nd Street. Once a quiet neighborhood of brownstones and churches, the area wastra……続きを見る

"[A] wonderfully entertaining account of an often-overlooked oddity of America's history: how the jigsaw-puzzle layout of the United States emerged." ーVogue The New York Times Bestseller Why does O……続きを見る

**"The best all-around study of the American cowboy ever written. Every page crackles with keen analysis and vivid prose about the Old West. A must-read!" ーDouglas Brinkley, The New York Times–best……続きを見る

In "White Rural Rage," Tom Schaller and Paul Waldman deliver a powerful exposé on America's proudest citizens who paradoxically pose a significant threat to its core principles. With meticulous anal……続きを見る

This book is a tapestry of unbroken historical threads stretching from 1868 to the present day. Stitched together by newspaper, local museums and universities, uncovered photographs, ancestry resear……続きを見る

"Stefon Diggs: A Biography of the Man Behind the Smile" is a compelling exploration of the life and career of one of the NFL's brightest stars. In this captivating biography, readers will delve into……続きを見る

"HENRY WINKLER: The Fonzie Files" delves into the extraordinary life and career of the iconic actor, Henry Winkler. From his breakthrough role as Arthur "Fonzie" Fonzarelli on the beloved TV series ……続きを見る

From the man shipped home in a rum barrel to the most dangerous woman in America, Chicago history comes to life in these tantalizing tales. Living Landmarks of Chicago goes beyond the what, when, an……続きを見る

A spirited look at how funeral homes impacted American consumerism, the built environment, and national identities. Funeral homesーthose grand, aging mansions repurposed into spaces for embalming, m……続きを見る

The history of Oklahoma runs through the thousands of towns that sprang up in the wake of statehood and even before thenーreadable in the traces of bygone days, if you know what to look for. In Here……続きを見る

A nonfiction legal thriller that traces the fourteen-year struggle of two lawyers to bring the most powerful coal baron in American history, Don Blankenship, to justice Don Blankenship, head of Mass……続きを見る

This is the story of America's first western frontier, when brave men and women crossed the Blue Ridge and Allegheny Mountains to find better lives for themselves and their families. James Robertson……続きを見る

A startling rise and retreat In the 1920s, a reborn Ku Klux Klan slithered into South Dakota. Bold at times, the group intimidated citizens in every county. KKK anti-Catholicism sentiment resulted i……続きを見る