Publishers: History Press
About this publisher’s catalog
This catalog offers a diverse collection centered on historical narratives and regional explorations, often blending documented events with folklore and cultural traditions. Readers can expect a mix of detailed military histories, local legends, and biographical profiles that illuminate specific places and periods. The range invites exploration through both factual accounts and storytelling rooted in place-based heritage.
What you’ll often find
- In-depth looks at local and regional histories across various U.S. states and European settings
- Accounts of military campaigns and strategic events, especially from the 20th century
- Collections of folklore, ghost stories, and supernatural tales tied to specific communities
- Biographical works focusing on notable historical figures and cultural contributors
- Visual elements such as photography and pictorials that complement historical storytelling
- Explorations of customs, traditions, and social contexts linked to place and time
- Guides and reference materials related to historical sites, tours, and regional points of interest
How to browse this shelf
- Start by selecting books focused on a particular geographic region to explore local histories and folklore
- Look for works that combine historical facts with cultural or supernatural themes for a layered reading experience
- Choose biographies to gain insight into influential individuals within historical and cultural contexts
- Explore military histories separately to follow detailed accounts of specific conflicts and strategies
- Use visual or photographic content as a way to connect with the historical atmosphere of a place or event
- Seek out guidebooks and reference titles when interested in visiting or learning about historical landmarks
- Narrow your search by distinguishing narrative-driven histories from collections of folklore and legends
Good fit if you like
- Reading that combines factual history with storytelling rooted in place and culture
- Exploring the intersections of myth, legend, and documented events
- Detailed military and strategic accounts with a focus on 20th-century conflicts
- Visual supplements like photography that enhance historical narratives
- Biographical profiles that illuminate lesser-known or influential historical figures
- Engaging with history through regional customs, traditions, and social contexts
- Discovering layered perspectives on well-known events through local or cultural lenses
Generated from the books currently available in this catalog.
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Georgia Made The Most Important Figures who Shaped the State in the Twentieth Century — Neely Young
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Louisville’s Southern Exposition, 1883-1887 The City of Progress — Bryan S. Bush
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The American Revolution in Monmouth County The Theatre of Spoil and Destruction — Michael S. Adelberg
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A Woman of Courage on the West Virginia Frontier Phebe Tucker Cunningham — Robert Thompson
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Unknown Warriors The Letters of Kate Luard, RRC and Bar, Nursing Sister in France 1914-1918 — Kate Luard
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Miracle on the Salt River Water, Family & Farming in the Arizona Desert — Meredith Haley Whiteley
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African Americans on Martha’s Vineyard From Enslavement to Presidential Visit — Tom Dresser
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The Pendleton Disaster Off Cape Cod The Greatest Small Boat Rescue in Coast Guard History : a True Story — Theresa M. Barbo
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St. Petersburg’s Historic 22nd Street South — Rosalie Peck
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Henry III The Great King England Never Knew It Had — Darren Baker
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Remembering the Way it was in Beaufort, Sheldon, and the Sea Islands — Fran Marscher
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Codename Intelligentsia The Life and Times of the Honourable Ivor Montagu, Filmmaker, Communist, Spy — Russell Campbell
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True Tales of Aurora, Illinois Mysterious Murders, Presidential Visits and Blues Legends in the City of Lights — Matt Hanley
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Ethan Allen & the Capture of Fort Ticonderoga — Richard B. Smith
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The Manual for British Men 120 Manly Skills from British History — Chris McNab
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The Cleveland Grand Prix An American Show Jumping First — Betty Weibel
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Northborough in the Civil War Civilian Soldiering and Sacrifice — Robert Patrick Ellis
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Longsight — Jill Cronin
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The Civil War Missouri Compendium Almost Unabridged — Brian Warren
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The Architecture of Sunderland 1700-1914 — Michael Johnson
