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Morning of Fire by Scott Ridley is the thrilling story of 18th century American explorer and expeditioner John Kedrick as he journeyed for land and trade in the Pacific. Set against the backdrop of ……続きを見る

Secret Heroes is a remarkable compendium by Paul Martin, former Executive Editor of National Geographic Traveler, that illuminates the lives of thirty forgotten American heroes. Gathering together r……続きを見る

In Here We Are Now: The Lasting Impact of Kurt Cobain, Charles R. Cross, author of the New York Times bestselling Cobain biography Heavier Than Heaven, examines the legacy of the Nirvana front man a……続きを見る

The extraordinary World War II story of shipwreck and survival that paved John F. Kennedy's path to power – hailed as a “breathtaking account” by James Patterson, “masterfully written” by historian ……続きを見る

It might surprise you who’s a fan of poetry ー when it meets them where they are. Before he became an award-winning writer and poet, Brian Sonia-Wallace set up a typewriter on the street with a sign……続きを見る

Read the history behind the series THE HUNTERS (starring Al Pacino) in this “captivating book rooted in first-rate research” (New York Times Book Review) that tells the true story of how America bec……続きを見る

"Adam Parfrey is one of the nation's most provocative publishers."ーSeattle Weekly "Secret society historian Craig Heimbichner follows the Middle Path to wisdom. He works the graveyard shift in the ……続きを見る

Forgetting Ireland is both a history and mystery, a story of western Ireland's Connemara coast and of Graceville, a small town in western Minnesota. In 1880, at the height of Ireland's second famine……続きを見る

On March 5, 1681, one day after receiving his royal charter for Pennsylvania, William Penn wrote that he believed God would make his colony "the seed of the nation." Penn wanted his Pennsylvania to ……続きを見る

With its rich foundation stories, Philadelphia may be the most important city in America's collective memory. By the middle of the eighteenth century William Penn's "greene countrie town" was, after……続きを見る

In the Roaring Twenties, New York City nightclubs and speakeasies became hot spots where traditions were flouted and modernity was forged. With powerful patrons in Tammany Hall and a growing custome……続きを見る

Before America could be united, it had to be persuaded. The Federalist Papers are a collection of 85 essays written in 1787–88 by Alexander Hamilton, James Madison, and John Jay under the pseudonym ……続きを見る

Fifty years ago, something special happened in the remote woods of Pennsylvania, and its song still carries on the wind today. In 1976, Carl Ellenberger, a musician before becoming a physician, gath……続きを見る

The Civil War is the greatest tragedy ever experienced by our nation. The repercussions of the war are still alive today, almost 160 years after the final shots were fired in April 1865. Many books ……続きを見る

Las Vegas, New Mexico was officially settled along the Gallinas River in 1835. This guide, a companion to Travels and Trails, A Historical Tour Guide to West Las Vegas and Montezuma, New Mexico, exp……続きを見る

Following a short presentation about a book I had recently written, stories that occurred in the early part of the 20th century, many in the audience asked what life was like living in Oshkosh durin……続きを見る

In eighteenth-century America, genealogy was more than a simple record of family ties--it was a powerful force that shaped society. Lineage delves into an era where individuals, families, and instit……続きを見る

Part-horror, part family-drama, The Faithful Ones is the gripping true story of how a man's pacifist conscience lands him in a barbaric mental asylum and sets his devoted young sister on a decades-l……続きを見る

Untold story of Maryland's smallest and bravest Confederate artillery battery 続きを見る

A narrative of the forgotten privateering war on the Jersey coast during the American Revolution 続きを見る

Suffrage-the right to vote-for women in California. This book explores the fight for women's suffrage in California, focusing on the key factors that led to victory in both Northern and Southern par……続きを見る

The expedition was hoping to find the Lost Cabin Gold Mine; instead, they found Sitting Bull and his warriors 続きを見る

Back in 1982, Frankie and Annette wouldn’t have survived ten minutes on this beach. Not before either being robbed, brutally assaulted, or forced to flee in terror from a violent lunatic amped to th……続きを見る

Get your motor running and head out on LA’s iconic roadways (nope, not freeways). The open road is liberating, the anticipation of adventure at every turn. Historic Los Angeles Roadsides will steer ……続きを見る

Though it is known for its breathtaking landscapes, towering mountains, and vast glaciers, Alaska holds myriad mysteries beyond its natural wonders. This is a land brimming with hidden histories and……続きを見る

The religious and faithful aspect of our Christian forefathers' fight for freedom is a fascinating struggle, especially when studied from the proper perspective. The facts demonstrate God's hand and……続きを見る

Heritage of Faith: South Texas Church Architecture and History is a captivating visual and historical tribute to the enduring faith and craftsmanship of early European settlers in South Texas. Throu……続きを見る

Uncover Indiana's hidden wonders with Secret Indiana. Journey to the unique and fascinating destinations that set Indiana apart. Discover an underground tunnel in the floor of a bookstore, a 64-ton ……続きを見る

"THE TRUE FOUNDER OF CHICAGO" is a compelling historical biography that uncovers the remarkable life and enduring legacy of the pioneering fur trader and explorer who laid the foundation for one of ……続きを見る

Read 21 chilling ghost stories with ties to the Wild West, based on actual accounts, as told by two paranormal investigators. Too many lawmen and bandits met their ends on the streets of Deadwood, a……続きを見る