The History Book Club discussion

Welcome to all our newest members! Please join our many discussions. We look forward to your sharing your ideas with us.

Hello folks. My name is Jorge, Mexican, a professor of Ecology. I am an avid reader interested in the Middle Ages, the history of Mexico and the history of science. Just joined Goodreads two days ago!

Welcome, Jorge. You might be interested in our Medieval History folder:
https://www.goodreads.com/topic/group...

As you get started please take a moment to familiarize yourself with the "add book/author" feature when you comment. It makes things so much easier for people to see your book recommendations, because they can see the cover and the links to the author. And it helps the goodreads software connect books with groups that talk about them. When citing a book and/or author, please put the book cover, author's photo and author's link after all of the text of your post at the bottom of the post. Placement at the bottom of the post calls the reader's attention to the book and/or author and increases the readability of your post. This is how books you mention should look:

by James M. McPherson

More information:
http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/2...

Please take a moment to read our gudelines:
http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/5...

And an orientation to help you get started:
http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/1...

If you have any questions, just flag down one of the moderators. Thank you and glad you could join us.

Welcome Jorge, Jerome got you off to a great start. Browse around and enjoy.

So glad you joined us, Jorge. There is much to see here so please join in the discussions/book recommendations in the areas of your interest. Enjoy!!!!

Thanks a lot folks. Great topics, I will probably follow several. I notice that there is no topic on medieval "science", or knowledge, or even technology. This is a fascinating subject, do you think people would be interested in it?

Thank you, Jorge. I think that is something that will be seriously entertained by our lead moderator and group founder, Bentley. Please put up your suggestion for his consideration on our Suggestions topic in the Medieval History thread. The link is:

https://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/...

Hello,
I enjoy reading non-fiction and fictional stories based on real historical events.
Evolutionary biology and European history is of high interest.
I'm excited to see what this group will bring :)

Lisa wrote: "Hello,
I enjoy reading non-fiction and fictional stories based on real historical events.
Evolutionary biology and European history is of high interest.
I'm excited to see what this group will br..."

Welcome Lisa. We have a topic on European history here - https://www.goodreads.com/topic/group...

As you get started please take a moment to familiarize yourself with the "add book/author" feature when you comment. It makes things so much easier for people to see your book recommendations, because they can see the cover and the links to the author. And it helps the Goodreads software connect books with groups that talk about them. When citing a book and/or author, please put the book cover, author's photo and author's link after all of the text of your post at the bottom of the post. Placement at the bottom of the post calls the reader's attention to the book and/or author and increases the readability of your post. This is how books you mention should look:

by G.P. Baker (no photo)

More information:
http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/2...

Take a moment to read our guidelines:
http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/5...

and the orientation to get you started:
http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/1...

If you have any questions, ask any of the moderators.

Welcome, Lisa, to the place for the history lover. Vicki gave you the links necessary to become an active participant. We look forward to your comments.......and enjoy!!

I just recently started on Goodreads, and enjoy listening to audiobooks. I like to listen to them when I ride my cycle bike for ling rides. I also listen to them at home and in the car as well. When I ride I can usually get thorough a fairly short book on one ride.

I currently live in Reno, NV an work as a radiology instructor at the local community college.

I have listened to a lot of novels on audio, but I have always enjoyed listening to books of the historical type. I recently changed my listening habits to more of the history type. I am finding out there is a lot of them. I liked because, I can learn about events in history that mean something or have meant something instead of fiction that leads not where.

I do have some on my list that I like in the fiction, but for the most part, most of my to read list is historical related.

There is so much to listen to, and so little time, that is the reason for the switch.

Looking to follow others and see what others are reading as well.

Hello!I am Stella. I study International Relations and Political Science. I really love history,particularly history of the Ancient World, Roman Empire, Greece,Middle East and influence of Hellinic culture in the region.

Hello, my name is Jennifer. I work in corporate america and live in Portland, OR. I was perusing your group and thought it would be interesting to participate. However, I belong to another group at this time and have started Latin lessons so I will be limited in scope. I find history fascinating and am looking forward to being part of the discussion. I have downloaded the upcoming read on the war in Sicily. Happy New Year to all.

Hi,

My name is Jane, and I live in Wisconsin, home of Badgers and Cheeseheads. I am a retired educator, and in my free time I like to read, travel, cook, go on fun outings and do pet therapy visits with my goldendoodle.

History interests include learning about the history of other countries, Hawaiian history, and about American leaders. Look forward to title suggestions.

Welcome to our new members James, Stella, Jennifer, and Jane. You all have found the perfect place to find everything to further add to your enjoyment of history. Kathy has given you the links to the information and guidelines you need to become an active participant in the book recommendations and discussions.....so jump right in and enjoy!!!

Welcome James, Stella, Jennifer and Jane. I hope some of our book discussions appeal to you - join right in. In fact, it's never too late to add your comments to an old discussion. We always like hearing what our members think about our books.

Good Evening,

Thank you for the acknowledgment.

My name is Courtney. I am an ESL instructor and a Linguist. I am interested in explore many different aspects of world history; however, I am more inclined at the moment to study European and American History and the history of opera, ballet, theater, etiquette protocol, and the arts. I enjoy intellectual discussions and acquiring a more in-depth understanding of how history has shaped the world as it is today. I like to be challenged.

It's nice to meet you all.

A warm welcome Courtney....you have many and varied interests. I think you will find topics here that will further your love of history. Why not start out with our topic of American History at the link below:

https://www.goodreads.com/topic/group...

Please take a moment to familiarize yourself with the "add book/author" feature when you are ready to cite a book. (There is a link on the top right of the reply box.) It makes things so much easier for people to see your book recommendations, because they can see the cover and the links to the author. And it helps the Goodreads software connect books with groups that talk about them. When citing a book and/or author, please put the book cover, author's photo and author's link at the very bottom of the post after your text. Because it is on the bottom, it calls the reader's attention to the book/author and increases the readability of your posts.

This is how a book should look:

by Jon Meacham


More information:
http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/2......

Take a few moments to read the orientation:
http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/1......

And our guidelines:
http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/5......

If you have any questions, just ask a moderator. We are here to help and look forward to your participation. Happy reading!!

Bentley wrote: "This is a thread where you can introduce yourself to the group. This is one of our rules and guidelines.

Please introduce yourself here so we can welcome you. Tell us a little bit about yoursel..."

Hi, my name is John E. Bandy, Jr. (AKA JB) and I am a native of the state of Virginia in the Mid-Atlantic region of the eastern United States. I am an analyst with the US Department of Justice and a lifelong history buff. My principal interest areas are military, political, and cultural history focused on World War I, World War II, and the Vietnam Conflict. I also have a bourgeoning interest in the American Civil War. I look forward to our discussions.

Welcome, JB....this is the place for the history lover, no matter what era or topic. You have a multitude of interests, so let me get you started with WW I at the link below.

https://www.goodreads.com/topic/group...

Please take a moment to familiarize yourself with the "add book/author" feature when you are ready to cite a book. (There is a link on the top right of the reply box.) It makes things so much easier for people to see your book recommendations, because they can see the cover and the links to the author. And it helps the Goodreads software connect books with groups that talk about them. When citing a book and/or author, please put the book cover, author's photo and author's link at the very bottom of the post after your text. Because it is on the bottom, it calls the reader's attention to the book/author and increases the readability of your posts.

This is how a book should look:

by Jon Meacham


More information:
http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/2......

Take a few moments to read the orientation:
http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/1......

And our guidelines:
http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/5......

If you have any questions, just ask a moderator. We are here to help and look forward to your participation. Enjoy!!!

Hi everyone. My name is Jerry and I live in Toronto. I have long had a fascination with historical subjects. These include all these Roman, Egyptian, and other ancient civilizations. I am also keen on pretty well anything involving World War II and the Holocaust, and a pet peeve of mind is how little the current generation seems to know about basic history, which I believe is a problem that originates in our schools. I look forward to the dialogue

A warm welcome, Jerry. You are in the midst of history lovers!!! There is much to see and do here, so let me get you started with one of your favorite topics, Ancient History at the following link:

https://www.goodreads.com/topic/group...

Please take a moment to familiarize yourself with the "add book/author" feature when you are ready to cite a book. (There is a link on the top right of the reply box.) It makes things so much easier for people to see your book recommendations, because they can see the cover and the links to the author. And it helps the Goodreads software connect books with groups that talk about them. When citing a book and/or author, please put the book cover, author's photo and author's link at the very bottom of the post after your text. Because it is on the bottom, it calls the reader's attention to the book/author and increases the readability of your posts.

This is how a book should look:

by Jon Meacham


More information:
http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/2......

Take a few moments to read the orientation:
http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/1......

And our guidelines:
http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/5......

If you have any questions, just ask a moderator. We are here to help and look forward to your participation. Happy reading!!!

Hello, My name is Birgitta and I teach History and Archaeology at a UK Adult Education College. My professional focus is Roman and Byzantine history, and I have one or two books on that.
In my spare time, I like European history, esp. High and late Medieval and up to the Napoleonic era. At the moment I am reading on the history of the Northern Adriatic (Venetia, Friul, Slovenia and Istria).

So glad you joined us Birgitta. This is the place for the history buff. Let me get you started with two of your favorites; Ancient History and Medieval History at the links below:

https://www.goodreads.com/topic/group...

https://www.goodreads.com/topic/group...

Please take a moment to familiarize yourself with the "add book/author" feature when you are ready to cite a book. (There is a link on the top right of the reply box.) It makes things so much easier for people to see your book recommendations, because they can see the cover and the links to the author. And it helps the Goodreads software connect books with groups that talk about them. When citing a book and/or author, please put the book cover, author's photo and author's link at the very bottom of the post after your text. Because it is on the bottom, it calls the reader's attention to the book/author and increases the readability of your posts.

This is how a book should look:

by Jon Meacham


More information:
http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/2......

Take a few moments to read the orientation:
http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/1......

And our guidelines:
http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/5......

Questions?.....ask any moderator as we are here to help. Enjoy!

Hi all - I'm Fran from England in the UK.

I have always loved history and particularly want to go more in-depth into Southern American, African, Middle Eastern and East Asian history. Of course, any history is wonderful though. I also enjoy the history of things, such as philosophy, film and sport.

Looking forward to learning and chatting!

We are glad you joined us, Fran. You are indeed a history lover so you have come to the right place. I will get you started with one of your favorites, Middle East at the link below:

https://www.goodreads.com/topic/group...

Please take a moment to familiarize yourself with the "add book/author" feature when you are ready to cite a book. (There is a link on the top right of the reply box.) It makes things so much easier for people to see your book recommendations, because they can see the cover and the links to the author. And it helps the Goodreads software connect books with groups that talk about them. When citing a book and/or author, please put the book cover, author's photo and author's link at the very bottom of the post after your text. Because it is on the bottom, it calls the reader's attention to the book/author and increases the readability of your posts.

This is how a book should look:

by Jon Meacham


More information:
http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/2......

Take a few moments to read the orientation:
http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/1......

And our guidelines:
http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/5......

Jump right into the discussions and if you have questions, ask any of the moderators.....we are here to help.

Welcome Courtney, JB, Jerry, Birgitta and Fran. It's wonderful to meet so many people interested in history.

Hello All, My name is Mohammed, I come from Mumbai, India currently working in Belfast, NI.

I am interested in history & biography with specific interests in leaders and conquerors like Alexander, Ceaser, Genghis.

Looking forward to learn from the group and contribute back.

Mohammed wrote: "Hello All, My name is Mohammed, I come from Mumbai, India currently working in Belfast, NI.

I am interested in history & biography with specific interests in leaders and conquerors like Alexander..."

Welcome Mohammed. You might want to participate in our 50 BOOKS IN 2015 challenge. (You don't really have to read 50 books, but it's a great way to keep track of what you've read and to recommend good books to others here.)

As you get started please take a moment to familiarize yourself with the "add book/author" feature when you comment. It makes things so much easier for people to see your book recommendations, because they can see the cover and the links to the author. And it helps the Goodreads software connect books with groups that talk about them. When citing a book and/or author, please put the book cover, author's photo and author's link after all of the text of your post at the bottom of the post. Placement at the bottom of the post calls the reader's attention to the book and/or author and increases the readability of your post. This is how books you mention should look:

by G.P. Baker (no photo)

More information:
http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/2...

Take a moment to read our guidelines:
http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/5...

and the orientation to get you started:
http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/1...

If you have any questions, ask any of the moderators.

Hello, my name is Brad LaMorgese and I live in Irving, Texas. My favorite history topics are The US Civil War, WW II, and American history in general. I particularly enjoy Military History.

A warm welcome, Brad. We are the place for all things history. How about starting with our American History thread at the link below:

https://www.goodreads.com/topic/group...

Please take a moment to familiarize yourself with the "add book/author" feature when you are ready to cite a book. (There is a link on the top right of the reply box.) It makes things so much easier for people to see your book recommendations, because they can see the cover and the links to the author. And it helps the Goodreads software connect books with groups that talk about them. When citing a book and/or author, please put the book cover, author's photo and author's link at the very bottom of the post after your text. Because it is on the bottom, it calls the reader's attention to the book/author and increases the readability of your posts.

This is how a book should look:

by Jon Meacham


More information:
http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/2......

Take a few moments to read the orientation:
http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/1......

And our guidelines:
http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/5......

If you have questions, ask any moderator.....and enjoy!!

So glad you joined us Mohammed.....we have many members from India. Look around and join right in.

Kathy wrote: "Welcome Fran, Mohammed, and Brad. Thank you for introducing yourself so that we can get to know you a bit better.

Happy 2015 to all."

Thanks Kathy! Have a Happy New Year!

Hello, Everyone!
I'm Skeetor and I live in the U.S.A.(originally from Cleveland, Ohio but currently living in New Orleans, Louisiana). I love to read just about everything, but history is one of my favorites so I was glad to find this group.
* Happy New Year! *

Hello all,

I cannot remember if I did this or not, so here goes.
My name is Stormie and I am a History geek/buff...whichever you prefer. ;) I am fascinated by all types of history and have mostly studied The American Civil War. I am sorry I did not get to this earlier, but was in the midst of moving and am still not totally settled. But anyway, enough to get back to my reading groups/clubs. I am glanced over the guidelines and will go back over them again. I am hoping to participate more this year, and especially for the Japan challenge. I have requested the Rag Quartet from the library and hope to get caught up on that as well.
As of now, I am unemployed, disabled,looking for work, scrapbooking, and other hobbies. Anyway, looking forward to a lot of reading for the new year!

~ Stormie ~

Hello and welcome Skeetor. You live in one of my favorite American cities!! You might want to start your experience here with the rest of the history buffs by browsing our home page at the following link:

https://www.goodreads.com/group/show/...

Please take a moment to familiarize yourself with the "add book/author" feature when you are ready to cite a book. (There is a link on the top right of the reply box.) It makes things so much easier for people to see your book recommendations, because they can see the cover and the links to the author. And it helps the Goodreads software connect books with groups that talk about them. When citing a book and/or author, please put the book cover, author's photo and author's link at the very bottom of the post after your text. Because it is on the bottom, it calls the reader's attention to the book/author and increases the readability of your posts.

This is how a book should look:

by Jon Meacham


More information:
http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/2......

Take a few moments to read the orientation:
http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/1......

And our guidelines:
http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/5......

If you have any questions, just ask a moderator. We look forward to your participation. Don't be shy!!

A warm welcome, Stormie. Best wishes in your job search. Since you are a reader of Civil War history, let me direct you to our thread at the following link:

American Civil War

https://www.goodreads.com/topic/group...

Please take a moment to familiarize yourself with the "add book/author" feature when you are ready to cite a book. (There is a link on the top right of the reply box.) It makes things so much easier for people to see your book recommendations, because they can see the cover and the links to the author. And it helps the Goodreads software connect books with groups that talk about them. When citing a book and/or author, please put the book cover, author's photo and author's link at the very bottom of the post after your text. Because it is on the bottom, it calls the reader's attention to the book/author and increases the readability of your posts.

This is how the book you mentioned should look:

by Paul Scott

More information:
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Take a few moments to read the orientation:
http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/1......

And our guidelines:
http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/5......

If you have any questions, just ask a moderator. We look forward to your participation.

Hello everybody =) I'm Jennifer from Italy :)!

I would like to read more history books and I think this group could give me many many inspirations about this subject *_*!
I'm interested to join the Japan challenge because I love that country and his culture :)!

A warm welcome, Scott....you just missed our Buddy Read of Last Call on the Prohibition years but you can still make comments at the following link:

https://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/...

Please take a moment to familiarize yourself with the "add book/author" feature when you are ready to cite a book. (There is a link on the top right of the reply box.) It makes things so much easier for people to see your book recommendations, because they can see the cover and the links to the author. And it helps the Goodreads software connect books with groups that talk about them. When citing a book and/or author, please put the book cover, author's photo and author's link at the very bottom of the post after your text. Because it is on the bottom, it calls the reader's attention to the book/author and increases the readability of your posts.

This is how a book should look:

by Daniel Okrent

More information:
http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/2......

Take a few moments to read the orientation:
http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/1......

And our guidelines:
http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/5......

If you have any questions, just ask a moderator. We look forward to your participation.

So glad you joined us, Jennifer and that you are interested in the Japan Challenge. Please visit our link below to familiarize yourself with the guidelines of the challenge.

https://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/...

Please take a moment to familiarize yourself with the "add book/author" feature when you are ready to cite a book. (There is a link on the top right of the reply box.) It makes things so much easier for people to see your book recommendations, because they can see the cover and the links to the author. And it helps the Goodreads software connect books with groups that talk about them. When citing a book and/or author, please put the book cover, author's photo and author's link at the very bottom of the post after your text. Because it is on the bottom, it calls the reader's attention to the book/author and increases the readability of your posts.

This is how a book should look:

by Daniel Okrent

More information:
http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/2......

Take a few moments to read the orientation:
http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/1......

And our guidelines:
http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/5......

If you have any questions, just ask a moderator. We look forward to your participation. Happy reading!!!

Hi All,

Although a fairly omnivorous reader, I often enjoy histories. Histories of technological innovation interest me most. So here I am. Have already enjoyed reading several book reviews, written my members of this group. Accordingly, my 'To-Read' bookshelf is now groaning. Such a problem to have :)

Am already enjoying the friendly and thoughtful vibe of this group. Once I get the 'lay of the land,' look forward to participating productively, not just receptively.

Tom

Welcome Mary....you have come to the right place for the history lover. You might want to start with one of your favorite topics. European History at our link below.

https://www.goodreads.com/topic/group...

Please take a moment to familiarize yourself with the "add book/author" feature when you are ready to cite a book. (There is a link on the top right of the reply box.) It makes things so much easier for people to see your book recommendations, because they can see the cover and the links to the author. And it helps the Goodreads software connect books with groups that talk about them. When citing a book and/or author, please put the book cover, author's photo and author's link at the very bottom of the post after your text. Because it is on the bottom, it calls the reader's attention to the book/author and increases the readability of your posts.

This is how a book should look:

by Daniel Okrent

More information:
http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/2......

Take a few moments to read the orientation:
http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/1......

And our guidelines:
http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/5......

If you have any questions, just ask a moderator. We look forward to your participation.

Tom, we are so glad you joined the rest of us history buffs whose TBR lists are also overflowing!!! We have a Science thread that may be of interest to you, at the following link.

https://www.goodreads.com/topic/group...

Please take a moment to familiarize yourself with the "add book/author" feature when you are ready to cite a book. (There is a link on the top right of the reply box.) It makes things so much easier for people to see your book recommendations, because they can see the cover and the links to the author. And it helps the Goodreads software connect books with groups that talk about them. When citing a book and/or author, please put the book cover, author's photo and author's link at the very bottom of the post after your text. Because it is on the bottom, it calls the reader's attention to the book/author and increases the readability of your posts.

This is how a book should look:

by Jon Meacham


More information:
http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/2......

Take a few moments to read the orientation:
http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/1......

And our guidelines:
http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/5......

If you have any questions, just ask a moderator. We look forward to your participation. Don't be shy!!

Welcome and Happy New Year to our newest members. Scott, Jennifer, Mary and Tom, jump right in and join in the discussions. Jill has started you out with some great links and information. We have several group reads going on as well as our Japan challenge that just kicked off for the new year.

Looking forward to reading your posts.

Hi, I've been looking for a place to discuss non-fiction books on goodreads for the past two years. I read more non-fiction than fiction and most of that non-fiction is historical in nature. So far I haven't had much luck finding good non-fiction discussions on goodreaeds and I was thrilled to stumble upon this group.

We are thrilled that you found us, Rosella. It is a great group and if you browse our home page at the following link, I'm sure you will find much to catch your attention.

https://www.goodreads.com/group/show/...

Please take a moment to familiarize yourself with the "add book/author" feature when you are ready to cite a book. (There is a link on the top right of the reply box.) It makes things so much easier for people to see your book recommendations, because they can see the cover and the links to the author. And it helps the Goodreads software connect books with groups that talk about them. When citing a book and/or author, please put the book cover, author's photo and author's link at the very bottom of the post after your text. Because it is on the bottom, it calls the reader's attention to the book/author and increases the readability of your posts.

This is how a book should look:

by Jon Meacham


More information:
http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/2......

Take a few moments to read the orientation:
http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/1......

And our guidelines:
http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/5......

If you have any questions, just ask a moderator. We are here to help and look forward to your participation.

Hi! My name is Sharon Scott. I love reading anything on history. I am married to an artist. I am trying to go back to school for my MA in English/creative writing with a concentration in non-fiction writing. I am applying to SNHU. Hopefully will get in by February. I love reading. It is a passion of mine. I like non-fiction mostly. History, biography, true crime. Looking forward to participating in this group.

Hello and welcome, Sharon. Good for you on your decision to continue your education!!! You will find much here to further pique your interest in history. Please browse our home page at the following link and find those things of interest to you.

https://www.goodreads.com/group/show/...

Please take a moment to familiarize yourself with the "add book/author" feature when you are ready to cite a book. (There is a link on the top right of the reply box.) It makes things so much easier for people to see your book recommendations, because they can see the cover and the links to the author. And it helps the Goodreads software connect books with groups that talk about them. When citing a book and/or author, please put the book cover, author's photo and author's link at the very bottom of the post after your text. Because it is on the bottom, it calls the reader's attention to the book/author and increases the readability of your posts.

This is how a book should look:

by Jon Meacham


More information:
http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/2......

Take a few moments to read the orientation:
http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/1......

And our guidelines:
http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/5......

Questions? Ask any moderator as we are here to help. Happy reading!!

Hi!

My name is Kirsten and I'm from Australia.

I started reading historical fiction novels when I was 14, my first historical novel being When Christ and His Saints Slept by Sharon Penman and I've been reading them ever since!

My favourite historical fiction series is the Masters of Rome Series by Colleen McCullough.

Welcome to our new members Brad, Skeetor, Stormie, Scott, Jennifer, Mary, Tom, Rosella, Sharon and Kirsten. I hope you can join in on our 50 BOOKS IN 2015 project. Even if you can't make it to 50 books, we love reading about which books you liked or didn't like.