American History

Original 1896 hardcover edition of Memoirs of Frederick A. P. Barnard by John Fulton. An important historical biography of Columbia College's tenth president, documenting his contributions to American higher education, scientific advancement…

Kennedy – Theodore C. Sorensen's landmark account of John F. Kennedy, written by the president's special counsel and closest speechwriter. This 1965 Hodder and Stoughton British edition carries a foreword by Lord…

Army: An Illustrated History - A richly illustrated 224-page history of the United States Army by Chester G. Hearn, with contributions by Robert F. Dorr. Covers major American military campaigns from the…

Marines: An Illustrated History - An extensively illustrated history of the United States Marine Corps from 1775 to the modern era. Chester G. Hearn explores the Marines' legendary battles, military traditions, amphibious…

Dictionary of the Chinook Jargon - Scarce 1878 Victoria, British Columbia edition of Dictionary of the Chinook Jargon, a 26-page pocket language guide published by M. W. Waitt & Co. Includes English–Chinook…

The Gettysburg Companion - A comprehensive and richly illustrated study of the Battle of Gettysburg by military historian Mark Adkin, featuring extensive colour maps, battlefield photographs, orders of battle, uniform artwork and…

The History of Dowlin Forge - Scarce 1995 limited edition history of Pennsylvania's Dowlin Forge by Susannah Wilson Brody. Number 581 of only 1,000 copies, covering the early iron industry, Dowlin family,…

Homberger's approach makes The Historical Atlas of New York City especially appealing to readers interested in urban history, cartography, architecture and the history of New York. The visual format also makes it…

A History of the American People - A comprehensive and highly readable one-volume history of the United States by acclaimed historian Paul Johnson, spanning over 400 years of American political, cultural and…

Lavishly illustrated and beautifully produced, Images of the Civil War is equally at home as a coffee-table art book and a valuable historical reference. The combination of powerful artwork and insightful scholarship…

Beautifully produced and grounded in original scholarship, The Civil War and American Art appeals to art historians, Civil War enthusiasts, students and collectors alike. Its thoughtful combination of historical narrative, visual analysis…

Lavishly produced with high-quality colour reproductions, Gettysburg: The Paintings of Mort Kunstler appeals to Civil War enthusiasts, military historians, art collectors and anyone with an interest in American history.

Modern Fighter Aircraft Technology and Tactics - An authoritative exploration of modern fighter aircraft, pilot training, combat tactics, avionics, weapons systems, and aerial warfare technology by respected aviation author Anthony Thornborough.

Lone Star: A History of Texas and the Texans is an essential addition to the library of anyone interested in American regional history, the American Southwest, frontier expansion, or the complex cultural…

No Second Place Winner - Classic and highly collectible Border Patrol memoir by legendary lawman and firearms authority William H. “Bill” Jordan, signed and warmly inscribed by the author. A sought-after work…

The Presidents - A compelling and highly readable examination of the evolution of American presidential power from Theodore Roosevelt to George W. Bush, written by distinguished historian Stephen Graubard.

Obama’s Wars - A gripping insider account of the Obama administration’s handling of the Afghanistan War and global counterterrorism strategy by Pulitzer Prize-winning investigative journalist Bob Woodward.

John Brown, Abolitionist - An award-winning and deeply researched biography of John Brown, the radical abolitionist whose actions helped ignite the American Civil War and reshape the fight against slavery in the…

Beautifully illustrated throughout with artworks, reconstructions, maps and photographs, Mythology of the American Nations functions both as an informative reference and as a visually impressive collector’s volume.

Ridin' High, Livin' Free - A gripping collection of wild, unapologetic motorcycle stories from legendary Hells Angels figure Sonny Barger, offering a raw insider’s look into biker culture, freedom, rebellion, and life…