For students intrigued by the complexities of history, these books offer captivating insights into different eras and civilizations to help them better understand and appreciate our past.
A History of the Twentieth Century
by Martin Gilbert
The book explores significant events of the 20th century, from world wars to technological advancements that have shaped the modern world.
A World Lit Only by Fire: The Medieval Mind and the Renaissance
by William Manchester
The book delves into the tumultuous Middle Ages and the Renaissance era.
Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind
by Yuval Noah Harari
The award-winning book looks into the history of Homo sapiens from the Stone Age up until the 21st century.
Yuval has written other books in history, such as Homo Deus: A Brief History of Tomorrow and 21 Lessons for the 21st Century.
The History of the Ancient World: From the Earliest Accounts to the Fall of Rome
by Susan Wise Bauer
Bauer’s book about ancient civilizations, from Egypt and Mesopotamia to Greece and Rome, is written in an easy-to-understand book for students of all ages.
The Liberation Trilogy
by Rick Atkinson
Rich Atkinson’s vivid storytelling offers a gripping account of the Allied Liberation of Europe during World War II.
For interest in other subject areas, read our summer reading list on architecture, art, business and management, computer science, design, engineering, environment, law, medicine, performing arts, science and technology, and sports management.
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