When it comes to historical non-fiction books, there are countless timeless masterpieces that have captivated readers for generations. Whether you are a history enthusiast or simply interested in gaining insights into the past, exploring these exceptional books will take you on an unforgettable journey. Here are some of the best historical non-fiction books of all time: 1. "The Diary of a Young Girl" by Anne Frank: This powerful memoir chronicles the life of Anne Frank, a Jewish girl hiding from the Nazis during World War II. A true testament to resilience and hope, her diary offers a unique perspective on one of history's darkest periods. 2. "The Guns of August" by Barbara W. Tuchman: This Pulitzer Prize-winning book delves into the outbreak of World War I, examining the political and military strategies that led to the devastating conflict. Tuchman's meticulous research and engaging narrative style make this an essential read for history enthusiasts. 3. "The Devil in the White City" by Erik Larson: For true crime and history lovers, this gripping book intertwines the true story of the 1893 World's Fair in Chicago with the sinister activities of a serial killer. Larson's seamless blending of historical facts and charming storytelling will keep you on the edge of your seat. 4. "Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind" by Yuval Noah Harari: Harari takes readers on a thought-provoking journey through the history of Homo sapiens, from the emergence of our species to modern times. This book offers a fresh perspective on human evolution, civilization, and the impact we have had on the planet. 5. "The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks" by Rebecca Skloot: This compelling narrative explores the intersection of science, ethics, and race, chronicling the story of Henrietta Lacks, a poor African American woman whose cells were unknowingly used for medical research. Skloot's book raises important questions about medical advancement and the rights of individuals. While these are just a few examples, there are numerous other exceptional historical non-fiction books out there waiting to be discovered. For more recommendations and information, you can explore reputable book review websites such as Goodreads or visit your local library to uncover hidden gems of historical non-fiction literature. Happy reading!
I possess extraordinary medical skills, acquainted with high-ranking officials and nobles. Only I can cure the emperor's illness. I have a compassionate heart, loving and caring for the people. I will love the emperor's woman as well. I uphold righteousness, conquering both the court and the martial arts world. I dare to seize the emperor's territory. Transcending to the Qing Dynasty, witness the unparalleled power of Mo Xiaofei ruling the world!
513.16 Million words | 2022-02-13 04:07Update
In the year and month, Du Yuming led a large army to escape to the Yeren Mountain, but suffered heavy losses with seven to eight out of ten soldiers, resulting in a tragic incident. The new division commander Sun Liren led his troops to march westward and withdraw to India, ensuring the safety of the entire division. Dai Shuxiang was left behind in the ambush at Yeren Mountain and became an abandoned child. He followed in the footsteps of General Sun Liren, traversing thousands of miles through Yeren Mountain, successfully retreating to India, and became a formidable force in the counterattack against Myanmar. He created one war miracle after another on the battlefield, becoming a pioneer and legend of China's special forces. A soldier who doesn't aspire to become a general is not a good soldier. Only a soldier who can accomplish impossible tasks is a good soldier. He has always been using brilliant achievements to exemplify...
416.26 Million words | 2023-03-18 07:19Update
They were originally members of the Municipal Bureau of Garbage Classification, but under the call of "General's Order," they transformed into capable soldiers defending Youzhou in the battle. Resisting foreign invasions, exploring peace and justice, confronting power struggles, pondering the universe, and life. Humor, fortitude, war, fighting, passion, tenderness, yin and yang... everything you want to know, everything you don't know, it will all be in the book!
248.66 Million words | 2022-02-13 19:50Update
Yang Wanli envies his drunken encounters with beauties; Lu You slanders his face like the king of the underworld; The beautiful memories burden him, and his dreams break his heart; Xin Qiji mocks his thuggish behavior; When historians write about his life, they shake their heads in silence, unable to put pen to paper... (History as the skeleton, imagination as the wings, the spirit of the Chinese nation, vast and magnificent.) QQ Group: [group number]
200.50 Million words | 2021-02-09 04:02Update
All things are inferior, but reading is supreme. In this age that values reading above all else, let's see how Zhang Jie climbs to the top step by step. This book is humorous and witty, creating a different view of the Ming Dynasty for you.
596.48 Million words | 2021-12-24 16:24Update
In the xx year, another unexpected discovery was made in Emperor Qin Shi Huang's underground mausoleum. In addition to the surging treasures, a mysterious flying saucer and a high-tech pistol were unearthed. Buried underground for over two thousand years, the Chinese Academy of Sciences attaches great importance to this and conducts secret research. They seek the assistance of the young and legendary figure, Long Tianyu, in the experiment. However, during the process, strange phenomena occur and Long Tianyu is seemingly transported back to the Qin Dynasty by the mysterious aircraft, experiencing a life in a different time and space, amidst the Chu-Han contention and the allure of various beauties. Excitement, shock, thrills, uniqueness, and love are all part of this story. An end to one life is also the beginning of another. This online novel follows the formula of a popular genre, allowing anyone to imagine themselves as the protagonist indulging in the classics of famous authors, as long as
505.06 Million words | 2021-08-09 20:48Update
Have you ever seen someone use "time travel" as a job? Have you tried to capture a fugitive from the Warring States period at a Metro supermarket? Don't pay for him, or you'll end up broke. Or maybe pay the fine for drunk driving by Li Bai? Remember, never let him drive again. Also, the whole team works overtime and goes on business trips to the Tang Dynasty, chasing after the "number one fugitive in Chang'an," Emperor Tang Xuanzong. Oh, Your Majesty, please don't panic. Our director's name is not An Lushan. By the way, have you seen a missing university student? Doesn't this job sound great? Especially if it comes with the benefits of a
472.69 Million words | 2020-08-24 21:39Update
The unsolvable millennium puzzle, the ambitious Chu Kuangge seeks immortality and world domination! Xiao Yang, descendant of Xiao He, unexpectedly obtains the "Yellow Stone Scriptures" and roams the world, recruiting mighty warriors and capturing alluring beauties, reveling in the intoxicating realm of rivers and lakes! What? My brother is a despicable creature, a scum from ancient times? Even Prime Minister Zhao and Prince Li Yuanba of the West Palace cannot match him with three strikes? The clash between Xiemen Chuixue and Ye Gucheng in a parallel universe, and the showdown between Xiaofeng and Guo Jing with their respective martial arts! More excitement awaits in "The Heroes of Martial Arts in the Three Kingdoms"
384.72 Million words | 2020-12-10 07:08Update
Liu Bei: Give me a hundred thousand bags of spicy strips, my army is losing motivation without them! Cao Cao: I haven't smoked for three days, I'm feeling anxious! Sun Quan: Are there any new episodes of Little Yellow Book recently? I'm getting itchy! Duke Qiao: How old are my children this year..................... Royal Attendant: After the weight loss program aired, many girls found partners... Zhang Fei: Is there any stock left of the limited edition Tiger Whip liquor?..................... The Three Kingdoms Supermarket has transparent pricing, fair and square. Copper coins, silver ingots, gold, and treasures, bring them all for exchange. The winds of Liu Feng are about to sweep the land three feet deep. QQ Group: Join us for a discussion, . Welcome!
81.84 Million words | 2022-08-03 22:35Update
Time travel, perhaps, offers ambitious individuals or those filled with regret an opportunity to change their lives and get involved in the grand mission of "building and destroying countries, continuing the rarest of worlds." However, time travel also means no longer having the convenience of seeking opinions from countless wives for personal matters, no more relying on "Baidu" for help with external affairs, no more having "Wan Bao Lu" and "Hong Ta Shan" cigarettes between the lips, no more "Wu Liang Ye" and "Rene Head Horse" liquor poured in the glass, no more handy and cool tool like a "Zippo" lighter to
202.72 Million words | 2023-02-25 20:59Update
Yang Zhi crossed over to the chaotic world of the Great Xia Dynasty and became the foolish son of a villainous merchant. His greatest life goal was to seek peace and prosperity amidst the turbulent times! As you, esteemed readers, indulge in the thrilling and captivating reading experience, I hope to bring a smile to your faces effortlessly! My new book, "Zhan Ge," has been released and I believe its quality is no less than this book. The link for recommendations is provided below. Your support is greatly appreciated!
122.58 Million words | 2023-03-08 12:17Update
In the future, Chu Tianshu, due to being drunk, mysteriously travels through time and arrives in the period of Emperor Han Wu of the Western Han Dynasty. He originally thought that he would live a carefree life like in his past, but unexpectedly, he is chosen by the Mo Family as their contemporary giant. The cultivation of the Hundred Schools of Thought focuses on different aspects, with no unified realm, but the ultimate goal is to strengthen oneself to the point of shattering the void. Thinking that this world is all there is, Chu Tianshu discovers that reaching the level of shattering the void is only the beginning, as a new cycle awaits him. Shattering the void is as deep as the sea, making it difficult to turn back once entered. The infinite cycle and the mysteries of the Hundred Schools of Thought are ent
423.26 Million words | 2021-07-11 12:09Update
The ordinary otaku man traveled back in time to the Qing Dynasty and became the fourteenth son of Emperor Kangxi, Yin Zhen. He developed agriculture, promoted Western learning, established a fleet for overseas trade, and expanded foreign commerce. In his pursuit of the throne, Yin Zhen resorted to forceful methods, which earned him the deep resentment of his siblings. Despite their relentless efforts, they could only suffer defeat and grin and bear it in the face of his power. Witness how Yin Zhen transforms the Qing Dynasty and creates an era of innovation and prosperity. The clash of strategies and schemes in the fight for succession
203.58 Million words | 2021-04-03 10:07Update
The origin of smoking is a mystery in the history of our country and the world. Many historians and scholars around the world are studying and exploring this question. This book revolves around the theme of "The Origin of Smoking," conducting research, logical reasoning, and revealing fifteen world "firsts" through historical anecdotes: Who was the first person to smoke? Who was the first person to eat fish? Who was the first person to eat crabs? Who was the first person to eat roasted meat? Who was the first person to light a fire? Who was the first person to use "medicine" to treat injuries and illnesses? Who was the first person to sew clothes with needles? Who was the first person to invent traps? Who was the first person to go fishing? Who was the
6.44 Million words | 2023-05-11 09:16Update
A group of defeated soldiers from an expeditionary force, driven by brotherhood, fought valiantly in the vast jungles of Myanmar, reliving a different chapter of the War of Resistance. Never forget the past hardships of our homeland and the Anti-Japanese War, nor the century-old battlefields where bullets flew like rain. This book is respectfully dedicated to the martyrs who fought for our nation and homeland. Also, please consider checking out my new book: "Mercenaries of Iron and Blood in the War of Resistance." New book link: http://www.k.com/book/.html
499.36 Million words | 2022-09-05 08:17Update
When a soul from the future traversed to the Ming Dynasty as a commoner, he fought his way towards the path of life with his knowledge from the future, striving forward despite being bound by the imperial court. He had to continue to work hard to protect his loved ones and his family. When he looked back, he realized that he had unknowingly become the backbone of the Ming Dynasty! This was a generation of national progress, an era where money was used as a weapon. In the first year of Jiajing, the curtain rose in a small mountain village in Shu.
573.96 Million words | 2022-02-24 03:58Update
The young cross-talk actor accidentally traveled to the feudal era and started telling stories, singing songs, and showcasing entertainment, packaging himself as a celebrity. The beautiful woman giggles by the Yangliu River, while the smoke and wind rise in the east. What? Compete with me in poetry, intelligence, wealth, and women? Ha, who can rival the heroes of the world? Let's see how the chief national scholar's skills unfold! Chief National Scholar.
585.58 Million words | 2021-01-12 14:41Update
When the young are strong, so is the mighty Han! This is an era filled with heroism, exuberance, and unrestrained spirit. With a steed that travels a thousand miles beneath them and a precious golden eagle bow in hand, they ride steeds to conquer the Xiongnu, shooting three arrows to determine the fate of Tian Shan. Glory is destined to be attained on horseback, as the majestic Han's power spreads across thousands of miles.
205.77 Million words | 2020-07-30 07:02Update
The people remain the same, the country remains the same, with no division between north and south. In short, in summary, there is no distinction between east and west. This is the best of times, where some people use their passion and lives to realize their dreams and find a way for the country. This is the worst of times, where many people can't see where hope lies, and before them, it's nothing but darkness. In such a grand era, a nobody from humble origins rises against the odds, singing all the way. The flags on the city walls change, Who mourns for the dried bones by the river? In the chaos of a twisted fate, laughing madly as I go, Drinking wine and playing chess in front of Emperor Xuanyuan's tomb.
108.04 Million words | 2022-03-08 22:13Update
Zhang Jie returned to her dormitory, feeling annoyed. The other girls in the dormitory were chattering happily, but upon seeing her, they quickly scattered and gave her disdainful looks. 'Xiao Qing, are you still reading?' she casually asked. The girl lying on the bed put down her book and glanced at her sarcastically, 'Oh, I'm bothering people by lying here and reading, am I?' Just as she finished speaking, someone nearby let out a cold snort. 'I meant you've been lying down for too long and straining your eyes,' Zhang Jie explained kindly. 'No need to worry, let the beauty take care of it,' the girl replied, though accustomed to the situation. Zhang Jie could only smile helplessly and ask, 'What did I do to deserve this?'
174.94 Million words | 2021-09-20 09:31Update
