History

The definition and use of military history has been challenging for the American military establishment. How is history useful for an operational commander or to soldiers in general?

“From a rich body of literature, Ostler mines material for this special history of the United States with the stories and reasons for creating the uniquely American language.”

“Jones’ tale of the Beer Hall Putsch is only the culmination of his thoughtful analysis of German politics in the crucial year of 1923.”

The author, herself bisexual, undertook the book “to bring the colourful world of bi-sexual scholarship out of the shadows” and to show that bisexuality “is a normal part of sexuality,” an ambition

“All of these women . . . served their country with patriotism and a sense of duty no less than any man who went off to war.”

"Anyone wanting to understand the current war in Ukraine would benefit from reading this careful and thoughtful history. . . . a deft use of the documentary format."

“This book is well-executed, exceptionally well researched, and a pleasure to read, even when it presents challenging thoughts and ideas.”

"a fascinating narrative . . . Pegg is a masterful guide into the developing Christian world."

“Borman . . . delivers a captivating and exquisitely heart-wrenching account of the mother and daughter duo who radically changed English history forever.”

“Just as Imperial Germany challenged British sea power in the early 20th century, China in the early 21st century has challenged U.S. sea power.”

“Faderman’s engaging style defies the fear of this being a dense, obtuse, textbook. It isn’t.

"a vivid image of Rome as it changes over the centuries . . . a big gift in one small book."