Books in Non-Fiction > History

Revolutions and Reform Movements

Social Change in 19th and 20th Century Asia

by Donald Jimenez

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Frontier Kitchens: Food, Farming, and Family from Colonial Tables to Modern Homesteads

How food production, preservation, and meals defined household economies and cultures in American history

by Kyle Hawkins

$6.99 (ebook), $19.99 (paperback)

Consumer Nation: Shopping, Advertising, and Everyday Consumption in U.S. History

How advertising, credit, and retail innovations transformed household life and identity

by Pamela Campbell

$6.99 (ebook), $19.99 (paperback)

Crossing the Promise: Immigrant Lives and Stories in America

Personal histories, community formation, and policy impacts from Ellis Island to modern arrivals

by Nicholas Martin

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Living While Black: Race, Everyday Life, and Community Building in the United States

Examinations of systemic barriers, cultural resilience, and grassroots solutions across generations

by Laura Burns

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Work in the American Rhythm: Jobs, Labor Movements, and Workplace Culture

From craft guilds to gig platforms — the shifting nature of work, labor rights, and daily routines

by Karen Cruz

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The Modern American Kitchen: Technology, Time Use, and Domestic Labor

How appliances, meal delivery, and time-saving tech have reshaped cooking, chores, and household economics

by Judy Hawkins

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Seasons of Work and Play: Holidays, Festivals, and Leisure Culture in the United States

Tracing the roots and modern transformations of national holidays, local festivals, and leisure industries

by Carol Schmidt

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Invisible Tools: Measurement, Instrumentation, and the Science of Precision

The history of measurement instruments and their role in enabling scientific and technological progress

by Kayla Rose

$6.99 (ebook), $19.99 (paperback)

Cities Wired: Urban Technology, Infrastructure, and the Smart City Debate

An interdisciplinary history of urban technologies from sewers and streetlights to sensors and mobility platforms

by Wayne Simpson

$6.99 (ebook), $19.99 (paperback)

A History of the Sahara

by Joan Cole

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Trade and Money: Commerce, Markets, and Economic Networks of the Roman World

An economic history of trade routes, market systems, and monetary policy from the Mediterranean to India

by Charlotte Palmer

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A History of Sicily

by David Morris

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A History of the Arctic

by Brittany Shaw

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The Roman Republic to Empire: Power, Politics, and Transformation

A concise political history tracing Rome's shift from republican institutions to imperial rule for general readers

by Johnny Castro

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Wires of Empire: Telegraph, Telephone, and the Birth of Global Communication

The political, economic, and technical story of long-distance electric communication from undersea cables to switchboards

by Amy Torres

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Slavery and Freedom: Labor, Economy, and the Human Cost of Empire

An unflinching examination of slavery's central role in Roman economy, society, and culture

by Kimberly Nichols

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Medical Machines: Technology, Hospitals, and the Transformation of Health Care

How diagnostic devices, imaging, and surgical tools changed medical practice from the 19th century to today

by Natalie Long

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A History of the Sahel

by Victoria Moreno

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Religion and Ritual: Polytheism, Mystery Cults, and the Rise of Christianity

Exploring Roman religious practice, cults, state rites, and the religious transformations of late antiquity

by Michelle Hill

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Stone to Steel: A Social History of Early Tools and Materials

How human ingenuity transformed stone, bronze, and iron into sustained technological change for ancient societies

by Donald Medina

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A History of Polynesia

by Karen Robertson

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Non-Western Tech Traditions: Innovations from China, India, the Islamic World, and Africa

A global corrective that documents technological creativity outside the European narrative across centuries

by Raymond Kelly

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Legions and Logistics: How Rome Built and Sustained Its Military Machine

An operational study of recruitment, training, supply chains, and organization behind Roman military success

by Charlotte Mills

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Byzantium and Rome: Continuity and Change After 476

A study of transformation, institutional survival, and cultural continuity from the western fall to the Byzantine state

by Carol Brown

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Material Culture: Pottery, Glass, and Daily Objects of the Roman World

A hands-on guide to identifying, dating, and interpreting common artifacts from Roman sites

by Daniel Marshall

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Women Who Wired the World: Gender, Invention, and the Hidden History of Technology

Recovering the contributions of women inventors, coders, and engineers from early computing to modern startups

by Jonathan Munoz

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Language of Empire: A Practical Guide to Imperial Latin for Students and Travelers

A concise Latin primer focused on inscriptions, official documents, and everyday phrases used in the Roman world

by Hannah Taylor

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Roman Britain Uncovered: Archaeology, Society, and Identity at the Empire's Edge

An archaeological and historical survey of Roman occupation, military presence, and cultural change in Britain

by Timothy Gibson

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Architectural Rome: Temples, Forums, and Domestic Spaces Explained

An illustrated guide to interpreting Roman buildings, architectural orders, and urban planning principles

by Scott Anderson

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Silicon Valley Origins: Venture, Culture, and the Semiconductor Revolution

Case studies of the companies, labs, and financiers that turned semiconductors into a global industry

by Johnny Morris

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Interfaces: A Cultural History of Human-Computer Interaction

Tracing the evolution of user interfaces from punch cards and command lines to touchscreens and voice agents

by Amy Campbell

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Law and Order: Roman Law from the Twelve Tables to Justinian

A clear guide to Roman legal development, institutions, and lasting influence on modern law

by Gary Foster

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Maps of Power: Cartography, Boundaries, and Geography in Roman Imperial Strategy

How Roman maps, surveys, and geographic knowledge shaped administration, military campaigns, and trade

by Brittany Dixon

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Power Play: The History of Energy Technologies and the Transition to Renewables

A comparative history of coal, oil, nuclear, and renewable technologies and their economic and environmental effects

by Lawrence Walker

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Daily Life in Rome: Homes, Food, Family, and Work in the Ancient City

A social history exploring everyday experiences of Romans across classes and regions

by Jacqueline Schmidt

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Fields of Power: Agricultural Technology and the Rise of Civilizations

Agricultural innovations, irrigation systems, and crop science that created surplus societies and state power

by Charles Robertson

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Flight Paths: Aerospace Technology and the Making of Global Travel

A chronological account of aeronautical engineering, avionics, and air transport systems from barnstormers to jetliners

by Kelly Flores

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Coins of the Empire: A Beginner's Guide to Roman Numismatics

Understanding economy, propaganda, and chronology through Roman coinage for collectors and historians

by Melissa Burns

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Hidden Labs: Institutional Histories of Research Centers and Their Technological Legacies

A study of Bell Labs, MIT Lincoln Laboratory, government labs, and corporate R&D organizations that produced major innovations

by Brian Martin

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Code and Conflict: Cyberwar, Espionage, and the Militarization of Computing

A history of how computing technologies have been adapted for intelligence, offense, and defense since World War II

by Adam Mason

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Women of Rome: Gender, Power, and Agency in a Patriarchal Society

A focused study on the roles, rights, and influence of Roman women across social strata

by Jordan Snyder

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Rome in the Sources: A Reader's Guide to Primary Texts and How to Use Them

Practical methodologies for interpreting Livy, Tacitus, Pliny, and other essential Roman authors

by Nicholas Gordon

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Emperors in Context: Case Studies of Leadership and Crisis Management

A series of leadership profiles analyzing imperial decision-making during wars, plagues, and revolts

by Virginia Morales

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Rome's Urban Engineering: Roads, Aqueducts, and the Infrastructure of Empire

A technical and accessible account of Roman engineering principles and public works

by Thomas Porter

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Frontiers and Forts: The Limes and Defense Systems of the Roman Empire

A detailed look at frontier policy, fort architecture, and soldier-society interactions along imperial borders

by Joyce Watson

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From Vacuum Tubes to Microchips: A Technical History of Electronics

A detailed, engineer-friendly chronicle of electronic component evolution from early amplifiers to integrated circuits

by Billy Jackson

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The Fall Reexamined: Multicausal Perspectives on the End of the Western Roman Empire

A synthetic reassessment of political, economic, environmental, and military explanations for imperial decline

by Willie Richardson

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Food of the Romans: Recipes, Agriculture, and the Culinary Economy

A cultural and practical exploration of Roman diets, food production, and dining customs with adapted recipes

by Kayla Mills

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Roman Artisans: Craft, Workshops, and the Economics of Production

A study of skilled labor, workshop organization, apprenticeship, and craft networks in the Roman world

by Alexis Robertson

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Pipes and Pistons: The Mechanics of the Industrial Revolution

A focused study of mechanical engineering breakthroughs, factory systems, and production methods that powered industrialization

by Johnny Morris

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Memory and Monuments: Imperial Propaganda, Public Space, and the Politics of Commemoration

How statues, triumphal arches, and urban ceremonies shaped collective memory and imperial legitimacy

by Denise Romero

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Provincial Voices: Life and Governance in Roman Provinces

An in-depth look at provincial administration, local elites, and cultural exchange across the empire

by Kevin Davis

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Medical Minds of Rome: Physicians, Public Health, and Ancient Therapies

A history of Roman medical practice, hospitals, sanitation, and theories of health

by Nancy Wallace

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The Little Engine That Could: Microcars and Economy Models of Britain

A focused look at the microcar phenomenon, city runabouts, and economy segments in British motoring

by Michelle Herrera

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Regional Motorways: How British Car Factories Shaped Towns and Communities

Socioeconomic case studies of towns dominated by car factories and their long-term evolution

by Elizabeth Webb

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Wartime Wheels: British Automotive Industry During Conflict and Recovery

How World Wars and post-war reconstruction reshaped British car manufacturing and technology

by Grace Moore

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British Car Advertising and Marketing: Selling the Dream from 1905 to Digital

An illustrated history of how British marques marketed cars through posters, film, and online campaigns

by Gabriel Morgan

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The Mini Phenomenon: Social History, Engineering, and Cultural Impact

A multi-angle study of the Mini as a social icon, engineering marvel, and endurance model

by Kathleen Ramos

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British Commercial Vehicles and Vans: The Forgotten Workhorses

History and preservation of British-built light commercial vehicles, lorries, and taxis

by Jack Castro

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Niche Makers and Boutique Cars: The Small British Firms That Dare

Exploring micro-manufacturers, kit cars, and specialty marques from Morgan to TVR

by Albert Patel

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Racing Heritage: How British Brands Won on Track and Road

A deep dive into the motorsport achievements that elevated British marques globally

by Catherine Hall

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From Austin to Aston: A Concise History of Major British Car Brands

An accessible overview of current and historical British manufacturers for newcomers and general readers

by Paul Castillo

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Britain's Lost Marques: A Traveler's Guide to Extinct British Car Brands

Exploring the stories, models, and legacy of defunct British marques from Humber to Rootes

by Walter Owens

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The Spice Route Pantry: Blends, Pastes, and Global Techniques

How historic spice trade routes shaped regional cooking and how to recreate their blends at home

by Christina Morgan

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Cajun & Creole Roots: Bayou Techniques for Robust Home Cooking

Differentiating Cajun and Creole, roux mastery, rice dishes, and seafood bouillons

by Patrick Jordan

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Japanese Performance Icons: From Datsun Z to Nissan GT-R

A focused history of Japanese sports cars, key models, and the brands that elevated performance engineering

by Kayla Mills

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Mustang Casebook: How One Model Shaped Ford and American Car Culture

An in-depth case study of the Ford Mustang's development, market impact, and evolution over six decades

by Rebecca Sanchez

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British Sports Cars: Triumphs, Troubles, and Timeless Style

Profiles of MG, Jaguar, Aston Martin, Lotus, and the small firms that shaped British motoring

by Roger Perez

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Small States, Big Influence: The Global Impact of Peripheral Powers

Case studies showing how small kingdoms, city-states, and minor polities exerted outsized economic, cultural, and diplomatic influence

by Anthony Edwards

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Canvas and Conquest: Art, Propaganda, and Iconography in Empires

An analysis of how visual culture and state-sponsored art shaped public perception, legitimacy, and resistance across empires

by Ryan McDonald

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Climate, Collapse, and Resilience: Societies in Environmental Crisis

A thematic exploration of historic societal collapses and adaptations caused by climate shifts, droughts, and resource stress

by Denise Holmes

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Earth Before Power: Environmental History and Human Impact

An interdisciplinary survey showing how humans altered ecosystems through agriculture, industry, and urbanization from prehistoric times to the Anthropocene

by Mark Ramos

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American Muscle Makers: The Story of Ford, Chevy, Dodge, and Their Iconic Machines

A cultural and mechanical history of American muscle cars and the brands that created them

by Vincent Griffin

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Coal, Oil, and Industry: Energy Transitions in World History

A deep dive into the energy sources that powered economic revolutions, warfare, and environmental transformation from biomass to fossil fuels and beyond

by Walter Mitchell

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Networks of Ideas: Intellectual Exchange from Antiquity to the Digital Age

A history of how scholarly, philosophical, and scientific networks transmitted knowledge across time and space, spawning innovations and institutions

by Bryan White

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Cities That Made the World: Urbanization and Power from Uruk to Shanghai

A global urban history that analyzes how cities emerged, governed, and exported influence across economic and cultural systems

by Christine Simmons

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Waves of Migration: Diasporas, Borders, and Identity in World History

A transnational account of migration patterns, refugee flows, and diaspora formation, and their effects on host and origin societies

by Eugene Lopez

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Breaking Empire: Case Studies in Decolonization and Nation Building

Region-by-region analyses of the end of empire and the complex processes of founding modern nation-states in the 20th century

by Patrick Ward

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Teaching World History: Practical Curriculum Design and Classroom Strategies

A hands-on guide for educators on designing inclusive, chronological and thematic world history courses for secondary and undergraduate levels

by Nicole Stewart

$6.99 (ebook), $18.99 (paperback)

Daily Lives of Ordinary People: Social History from Peasants to Urban Workers

A bottom-up exploration of food, family, labor, and leisure across continents that recovers the lived experiences of non-elites

by Amber Hall

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Law and Empire: Legal Systems from Hammurabi to Human Rights

A comparative legal history tracing how codes, courts, and legal thought underpinned governance and legitimacy in diverse societies

by Heather Henderson

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A Short History of Everything Global: Beginner's Guide to World History

A succinct, illustrated primer for newcomers covering major turning points, civilizations, and global interconnections from antiquity to the present

by Amy Jimenez

$6.99 (ebook), $19.99 (paperback)

Crossing Faiths: Interreligious Encounters and Global Change

An examination of how religious interactions — syncretism, missions, and interfaith conflict — shaped cultural identities and geopolitics

by Sean Torres

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Revolutions Rewired: Comparative Histories of Political Upheaval

A comparative study of major revolutions — French, American, Chinese, Russian, and decolonization movements — that maps causes, strategies, and outcomes

by Randy Ramirez

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Feeding Empires: Food, Agriculture, and Global Power

A focused study on how agricultural technologies, diets, and food supply chains influenced expansion, labor systems, and imperial policies

by Roy Butler

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Invisible Armies: Epidemics and the Course of World History

A study of how disease, pandemics, and public health responses redirected political, economic, and social trajectories worldwide

by Lauren Lee

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Gunpowder and Protocols: Warfare, Diplomacy, and Statecraft in Global History

An integrated look at military technology, diplomatic institutions, and strategic thinking from medieval sieges to nuclear deterrence

by Danielle Torres

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Empires of Water: Rivers, Seas, and the Rise of Civilizations

A hydrological perspective on how waterways determined political power, urban life, and imperial strategies across world history

by Ann Wells

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The Atlas of Cultural Exchanges: Art, Religion, and Knowledge Transfer

A thematic atlas mapping cultural flows — artistic motifs, religious doctrines, and scientific ideas — that crossed borders and reworked societies

by Joseph Nichols

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