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History highlights include an exploration of the Wild West, a book about the discovery of Ernest Shackleton’s Endurance, a history of moutaineering, and a look at reproductive rights pioneers; plus two hit podcasts receive book treatments.

History highlights include books about the social and economic impacts of the Freedman’s Bank, the creation of Handel’s Messiah, an exploration of how Black Americans have sought to transform their lives, and a history of the Arab-Israeli conflict.

Rebecca Nagle investigates the forced removal of Indigenous people onto treaty lands in the U.S., Yuval Noah Harari considers how information has shaped the world, and more.

U.S. history is explored through a range of topics, from bookstores and social movements to notable historical events such as the Kent State tragedy and the 1925 Scopes trial.

History defined by women; the rise, fall, and threats toward great civilizations; and new accounts of horses and dinosaurs.

A discography of hip-hop, two considerations of WWII, from sea and air, WWI’s Eastern Front, and a new consideration of U.S. exploration.

World War II and the U.S. Civil War are main topics this month, while applications of medieval magic and a consideration of the White House situation room are also on offer.

Delve into the past and learn lessons for today.

Brad Meltzer and Josh Mensch, Ilyon Woo, and Timothy Egan are just some of the names topping the charts.