6 Must-Reads for Historical Enthusiasts
Whether you’re a history buff or simply curious about bygone times, these books promise to bring the past to life in vivid detail. Immerse yourself in the narratives that shaped our world and explore the intricacies of history with these compelling reads.
The Quiet Hero: Bridge To Freedom
by Nicki Pascarella & John Anton Drost
Release Date: December 14, 2023
The story of one man’s indomitable spirit as he valiantly fights for the rights of the persecuted during the darkest chapter of our world. Set against the backdrop of the World Wars, John Anton Drost emerges as a beacon of hope, defying adversity and persecution with unwavering courage. From humble beginnings, this quiet hero embarks on a transformative journey that shapes countless lives.
Buy on AmazonEchoes of Valor: The Untold Stories of the Parisian Resistance
by Wayne Hewitt
Release Date: December 14, 2023
Discover the spirit of Paris, a city that whispered, fought, and triumphed. Embrace the legacy of the Resistance, a beacon of hope and a reminder of what can be achieved when courage and solidarity prevail.
Buy on AmazonStanford Tuck
by Helen Doe
Release Date: November 30, 2023
The first full reappraisal of one of Britain’s great fighter aces, this book examines the truth behind Tuck’s 1956 biography, Fly for Your Life. It looks at the evidence behind the myths, checks out some of the exaggerated stories and reveals the real Stanford Tuck.
Buy on AmazonStrike of the Sailfish: Two Sister Submarines and the Sinking of a Japanese Aircraft Carrier
by Stephen L. Moore
Release Date: December 5, 2023
Author Stephen L. Moore takes readers inside the nine-hour duel, narrating the action aboard both the Sailfish and the doomed carrier, where the American POWs fight against all odds to save their own lives before the ship goes down. Employing a wealth of new information, including long-lost survivors’ accounts, fresh interviews with the last of the sub’s crew, and official patrol reports, Strike of the Sailfish is the thrilling story of this strange chapter of naval history.
Buy on AmazonOmdurman (Soldier of the Queen Book 3)
by Griff Hosker
Release Date: December 8, 2023
Being a soldier of the queen at the end of the nineteenth century meant spending much of your time abroad. Jack Roberts is a hero and a good soldier but he is torn between his career and his son who is looked after in England. When the Mahdists begin to enlarge their empire Jack is recalled to the desert regiment he helped to form. Fighting behind enemy lines where nature is as much an enemy as the fierce Dervishes, Jack begins the campaign that will, ultimately, lead to the Battle of Omdurman in 1898.
Buy on AmazonThe Savage Storm: The Battle for Italy 1943
by James Holland
Release Date: December 12, 2023
Acclaimed WWII historian James Holland both narrates and reframes the controversial first months of the Italian Campaign and sets a new standard in the chronicling of war.
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