History books

Black books are the ultimate source to immerse ourselves in the resilience and wonderment of blackness past and present. For Black History Month (and every other month) here are 18 of the best black books of all time.

The Story of the Moors in Spain is a history of the Moorish Empire in Andalusia, chronicling the rise and fall of the Islamic empire, and with it the stymie of a “civilized and enlightened State.” Author Stanley Lane-Poole catalogues the art, architecture, religion, science, and industry that flourished with the establishment of the Muslim […]

In recognition of the dynamic work being done by black women scholars, here is a list of 70 new and forthcoming books on a range of topics from the era of slavery to the post-Civil Rights era. This…

History books give you a way to learn about the past, but where to even start? Here's 22 books to get you started on learning about the world!

Within an instant of looking at each of these photos you'll realize that something is off, but look closer and you'll see that they're absolutely chilling. These snapshots not only offer a look into the dark recesses of every day life, but they show the way in which Mother Nature seems to be conspiring against us at every turn.These rarely seen photos are sure to shock even the most mature readers.

Kingdom of Whydah Crowning of the King of Whydah, by Jacob van der Schley (1715-1779) The Kingdom of Whydah /ˈhwɪdə/ was a kingdom on the coast of West Africa in …

1. The keys to the holiest site in Christianity (Church of the holy Sepulchre) are held by a Muslim family that opens the church every morning. Meant to keep the peace between the denominations, this arrangement has been in place since 1187 A.D.

The inaugural longlist for the Jhalak Prize for Book of the Year by a Writer of Colour.

Need help getting your kiddos interested in the stories of past cultures and places? Good news, today we're sharing our favorite history books for kids.