History

A memoir of hope and survival. I. Betty Grebenschikoff has reached into the past to write a moving account of her experiences as a Holocaust refugee in China. Shanghai was the only port in 1939 that was willing to admit European Jews without passports or visas. Once My Name Was Sara details her...

What if the Bible was never meant to be read as history… but as a mirror?For thousands of years, biblical stories have shaped civilizations, inspired revolutions, and guided billions of lives. But what if their greatest power has nothing to do with the past…and everything to do with you...

A fresh, unforgettable, and deeply personal true story of World War II, the Holocaust, and the Third Reich that brings to light the vile Nazi policy under which Germans with Jewish ancestry were persecuted and condemned to death—including two young children from an ordinary working-class...

From an award-winning historian, the gripping, singular story of the destruction of Jewish Vienna as seen through the letters and diaries of an extraordinary woman who witnessed it all. In 1922, Hugo Bettauer published the novel The City Without Jews, a satirical critique of Austrian...

Antisemitism, as hatred of Jews and Judaism, has been a central problem of Western civilization for millennia, and its history continues to invite debate. This Very Short Introduction untangles the history of the phenomenon, from ancient religious conflict to 'new' antisemitism in the...

‘A truly major work, both deeply moving and incredibly powerful. A masterpiece of research, structure and writing . . . unforgettable’ – Sir Antony Beevor, bestselling author of Stalingrad 'Painful, profound, prescient . . . a magisterial work' – Sonia Purnell, internationally...

Bondi Terror tells the story of the deadliest terror attack in Australian history - in gripping, minute-by-minute detail. The attack would leave 15 people dead, including a 10-year-old girl and an 87-year-old Holocaust survivor, and dozens more severely wounded. Bondi Terror reconstructs the...

A deeply moving and intimate story that reveals how the ravages of history that tore one family apart echo across continents nearly a century later. "A memoir which ranks alongside The Hare with Amber Eyes."—The Times (London) "Brilliant."—The Economist Sorting through papers and photographs...

How a Quartet of American Musicians Outwitted the KGB – The Untold History of a Daring Cold War Spy Mission In 1985, while the United States engaged in a battle of nuclear brinkmanship, four Americans landed in Moscow on a mission to smuggle secret information in and out using music as their...

Zionism is the nationalist movement affirming Jewish people's right to self-determination through the establishment of a Jewish national state in its ancient homeland. It is one of the most controversial ideologies in the world. Its supporters laud its success at liberating the Jewish people...

Explore three millennia of religious history and human resilience, tracing an ancient community’s survival through exile. Perfect for an educational daily commute, this gripping narrative transforms complex theology into an accessible, deeply human journey. Witness the evolution of a sacred...

Discover a forgotten medieval empire of the Eurasian steppe, where nomadic warriors controlled the legendary Silk Road. Perfect for a captivating commute, this deep dive transports you to a mysterious intersection of the Byzantine, Islamic, and Slavic worlds. Immerse yourself in an epic...

Dive into an unsolved historical mystery driven by a cryptic ancient artifact that lists unimaginable lost treasure. Perfect for your daily commute, this suspenseful archaeological adventure transports you directly to the desert caves of Qumran. Experience the thrill of discovery and immersive...

Unearth millennia of Middle Eastern history and spiritual devotion anchored to one surviving sacred stone structure. Whether seeking a contemplative listen on your daily commute or expanding your grasp of biblical archaeology, this narrative transports you to the limestone heart of Jerusalem...

Uncover the dramatic history of the Middle East through three millennia of conquest, exile, and geopolitical rebirth. Perfect for an educational commute, this gripping narrative traces the evolution of ancient tribal confederations into a modern, fiercely contested nation. Whether you are...