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William C. Kashatus writes an essential work on the Underground Railroad. Dorothy Wickenden fills a gap in the telling of women's and abolitionist history.

Thomas Dyja writes an engaging social history of New York. Jelly-Schapiro's entertaining book draws attention to how places are named. The latest by Craig Taylor will delight armchair travelers.

Build dimensional and complete collections with these essential titles that recognize African American history as intertwined with U.S. history and provide intersectional context to lived experiences.

Gabler explores the life and legacy of Ted Kennedy. Logevall writes a masterful first volume on the lasting influence of John F. Kennedy.

Jones writes an insightful book that shines light on Black suffragists underexplored in history. Cahill shows how women of color needed to continue to fight even after 1920 to earn the right to vote.

These 39 titles include events that mirror our own times, and perhaps provide some warnings.

These resources pay homage to service members and their contributions throughout U.S. history, plus cover the history of foreign wars, the legacy of the Department of Veterans Affairs and of veterans' advocates and activism.

Jonathan Horn chronicles the lasting influence of George Washington. Edward J. Larson considers the political dynamics of Colonial America. 

Will appeal to readers interested in World War II and fans of military history; this riveting account of a little-known historical personality will appeal to World War II and general history fans alike; for fans of espionage tales, World War II history, biographies, as well as young adult audiences; a new perspective on a figure whose actions continue to have a profound impact