The History Book Club discussion

I'm Jane from Oregon, USA. I like reading both fiction and non-fiction history and also listening on Audible. I belong to 2 Pulitzer groups, a group reading only books that have won an award, a classics group, and a group that reads across genres in a yearly challenge. I love good mysteries as well. Your group looked so interesting and since it has so many sub historical categories there will be plenty here to keep me going!
I usually have 3 books going at a time plus an Audible selection.
Do you allow audio books in this group?

Welcome to the group, Jane--we are glad you found us. We have discussions on all aspects of history so please feel free to join in. I'm not sure what you mean by "allow audiobooks" but we have a section about them.

Audio books/Podcasts/Kindles

I suggest you check out our homepage and see what else we have to offer. You can access it through this link:

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by Adrian Goldsworthy

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Vicki
Assisting Moderator – Ancient Roman History

Welcome John and Jane from all of us at the History Book Club. We are happy that you have joined us. Thank you to each of you for your very interesting introductions. You should find a lot of information pertaining to your varied interests in history. We look forward to your participation.

Lorna
Admin - Civil Rights and Supreme Court

Hello, I'm a new member. My name is Angela and I'm from California. I love books and have always been a voracious reader. I read so fast that I ran out of books and began reading my mother's. When I was about ten years old, I found a book about Gloria Vanderbilt, and fell in love with the 1920's. From there I became interested in WWI and II. Today I find almost any topic of history fascinating.I have a wide variety of interests, but history will always have a special place in my heart.

Welcome Angela, we are happy that you have joined us in the History Book Club from California. I am sure that you will find a lot of voracious readers here as well.

Based on your areas of interest in history, you may want to explore the following threads:

American History
The First World War
The Second World War

There are many other folders where you can discuss topics that may interest you as well. Here is a list of focus areas:

History Book Club's Focus Areas

Please take a moment to familiarize yourself with the "add book/author" feature when you comment. (There is a link on the top right of the comment 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 an example of how your books you mention should look:

by Ron Chernow

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

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

And our guidelines:
https://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/...

If you have any questions, don't hesitate to ask the moderators. We look forward to your participation.

Lorna
Admin - Civil Rights and Supreme Court

Hi! I'm Cat. I joined the group because I find history interesting and entertaining (historical fiction). I mainly read about European and American history, but the whay I read is mainly trough novels. In the past year I have read about Cinesse history trough Lisa See's novels and I'm passionate about Japan. Movies are a second favourite (korean dramas and other historical movies). I like it when autors mix history with magic. It's very fun.
Nice to meet you all! 💜

Welcome Cat, thank you for your interesting introduction. We are happy that you have joined us in the History Book Club. With your varied interests in history, you may want to explore the following threads:

American History
China
European History

There are many other folders where you can discuss topics that may interest you as well. Here is a list of focus areas:

History Book Club's Focus Areas

Please take a moment to familiarize yourself with the "add book/author" feature when you comment. (There is a link on the top right of the comment 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 an example of how your books you mention should look:

by Ron Chernow

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

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

And our guidelines:
https://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/...

If you have any questions, don't hesitate to ask the moderators. We look forward to your participation.

Lorna
Admin - Civil Rights and Supreme Court

Hello, I am Malina. I love European history, specifically Swedish, but I enjoy all kinds of history. I love reading historical fiction.

Malina wrote: "Hello, I am Malina. I love European history, specifically Swedish, but I enjoy all kinds of history. I love reading historical fiction."

The only thing (person) I know about Swedish history is Gustavus Adolphus. I'd like to learn more, of course.

Hello!
I'm Tim, I'm an ex history teacher now school counsellor working in NSW, Australia.
I love history - reading it, teaching it, writing about it.
My dearest love is Ancient History, especially the Greeks. The Persian War period was my favourite topic to teach.
I have a general interest in military history (I'm a boardgaming geek). And I am also partial to alternative history (but not alternative facts!).
What I like best when looking at the past is recognising the common humanity we share.
Cheers
Tim

Welcome to all the new memebers 😊

Timothy wrote: "Hello!
I'm Tim, I'm an ex history teacher now school counsellor working in NSW, Australia.
I love history - reading it, teaching it, writing about it.
My dearest love is Ancient History, especially..."

Dear Tim,

It's good to hear from a boardgamer, although I haven't indulged in a while, nor is there anyone to play with. I used to spend all my allowance on Avalon Hill games, back in the day.

Harry wrote: "Timothy wrote: "Hello!
I'm Tim, I'm an ex history teacher now school counsellor working in NSW, Australia.
I love history - reading it, teaching it, writing about it.
My dearest love is Ancient His..."

Harry, I hear you. The good news is that there are some excellent solitaire games out there. I play solo most of the time.

Welcome to the group, Malina--we are glad you found us. We have discussions on all aspects of history so please feel free to join in.

Based on your post, you may find something to interest you in this topic:

European history

I suggest you check out our homepage and see what else we have to offer. You can access it through this link:

History Book Club main page

Please take a moment to familiarize yourself with the "add book/author" feature when you comment. (There is a link on the top right of the comment 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 books that you mention should look:

by Adrian Goldsworthy

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

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

And our guidelines:
https://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/...

If you have any questions, don't hesitate to ask us moderators. I look forward to your postings.

Vicki
Assisting Moderator – Ancient Roman History

Welcome to our group, Tim! We have many different topics and books being discussed here so please feel free to explore and jump in.

Based on your post, you may find something to interest you in these topics:

Ancient history
Military history

I suggest you check out our homepage and see what else we have to offer. You can access it through this link:

History Book Club main page

Please take a moment to familiarize yourself with the "add book/author" feature when you comment. (There is a link on the top right of the comment 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 books that you mention should look:

by Adrian Goldsworthy

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

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

And our guidelines:
https://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/...

If you have any questions, don't hesitate to ask us moderators. I look forward to your postings.

Vicki
Assisting Moderator – Ancient Roman History

Welcome Malina and Tim from all of us at the History Book Club. We are happy that you have joined us. Thanks to each of you for your very interesting introductions. You should find a lot of information pertaining to your varied interests in history. We look forward to your participation.

Lorna
Admin - Civil Rights and Supreme Court

My name is Sherri , I live in Rhode Island (US). I have always loved history, I think it comes from my grandfather who shared stories of our family history. Since moving from the Midwest I realized that I had just the basic history of early America. I was surrounded by history but knew very little of it. The past few years I have delved into the Gilded Age, The Revolutionary War, and the Founding Fathers.

Hi everyone, I'm Tee. I love history, primarily thanks to my Dad, who as long as I can remember took us on trips to historical sites and museums. My personal interests tend to lean towards domestic history and individuals. Lately I've read about Cowgirls and am currently reading about Abigail Adams. The confessions of Aquinas are next on the list. As I've gotten older I have read more military and ancient histories. I guess I don't have a single fixed preference, so much as a curiosity with an inability to stay focused most of the time with the odd hyper focus here and there. Knowing what has gone on behind us is key I think to knowing how to deal with what is ahead of us.

I wanted to introduce myself, I'm David, my M.A. is in history from Temple University. My primary fields of study are World War II and Post War, including the interwar years, the Civil War, and the Colonial Era, Revolutionary Period and Early U.S. History. Currently reading Chernow's book on Grant and recently finished bio's on Herbert Hoover, Calvin Coolidge, Douglas MaCarthur: American Warrior, Chernow's book on Washington, Masters and Commanders, American Warlords and Lincoln's Lieutenants.

Welcome to all new members ☺

Welcome Tee, thank you for sharing your interests in history inspired by your dad. We are happy that you have joined us in the History Book Club.

Based on your areas of interest, you may want to explore the following focus areas:

American History
United States History

There are many other folders where you can discuss topics that may interest you. Here is a list of focus areas:

History Book Club's Focus Areas

Please take a moment to familiarize yourself with the "add book/author" feature when you comment. (There is a link on the top right of the comment 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 an example of the your book you mentioned should look:

by Ron Chernow

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

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

And our guidelines:
https://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/...

If you have any questions, don't hesitate to ask the moderators. We look forward to your participation.

Lorna
Admin - Civil Rights and Supreme Court

Welcome David, thank you for your interesting introduction. We are happy that you have joined us in the History Book Club. With your background and interest in history, you may want to explore the following threads:

American History
American Civil War
World War II

There are many other folders where you can discuss topics that may interest you as well. Here is a list of focus areas:

History Book Club's Focus Areas

Please take a moment to familiarize yourself with the "add book/author" feature when you comment. (There is a link on the top right of the comment 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 an example of how your books you mention should look:

by Ron Chernow
by Arthur Herman (no photo)

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

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

And our guidelines:
https://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/...

If you have any questions, don't hesitate to ask the moderators. We look forward to your participation.

Lorna
Admin - Civil Rights and Supreme Court

Welcome Sherri, thank you for your interesting introduction and sharing your interests in history inspired by your grandfather's stories. We are happy that you have joined us in the History Book Club.

Based on your areas of interest, you may want to explore the following focus areas:

American History
United States History

There are many other folders where you can discuss topics that may interest you. Here is a list of focus areas:

History Book Club's Focus Areas

Please take a moment to familiarize yourself with the "add book/author" feature when you comment. (There is a link on the top right of the comment 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 an example of the your book you mentioned should look:

by Ron Chernow

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

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

And our guidelines:
https://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/...

If you have any questions, don't hesitate to ask the moderators. We look forward to your participation.

Lorna
Admin - Civil Rights and Supreme Court

Hello my name is Trent. History was my favorite subject in middle school and high school in which it was one subject that kept my attention. I enjoyed learning about the history of the U.S. the world and learning about different cultures. I am from the U.S. but I have been all over the world while serving in the Marines. I have been to the Philippines, Africa, Turkey, Egypt, Greece, Israel, Korea, Spain, Italy, japan, Oman, Dubai, Saudi Arabia. I look forward to hearing from others in this group.

Hello Everyone!
I love history, action, and adventure. I live for strong female leads and unexpected heroes. Right now I'm leaning towards history involving ancient Kush, Egypt, and Rome. I'm very much looking forward to finding great reads from the group!

Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions!

Hi, I'm Amanda. I really enjoy reading history. While I'll read just about anything I can get my hands on, I find that I gravitate towards WWII, the Middle East conflicts, American legal history, and civil rights. I can't wait to start delving into your group!

Welcome Trent, we are happy that you have joined us in the History Book Club. Thank you for your interesting introduction and thank you for your service.

Based on your areas of interest, you may want to explore the following focus areas:

American History
United States History

There are many other folders where you can discuss topics that may interest you. Here is a list of focus areas:

History Book Club's Focus Areas

Please take a moment to familiarize yourself with the "add book/author" feature when you comment. (There is a link on the top right of the comment 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 an example of the your book you mentioned should look:

by Ron Chernow

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

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

And our guidelines:
https://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/...

If you have any questions, don't hesitate to ask the moderators. We look forward to your participation.

Lorna
Admin - Civil Rights and Supreme Court

Welcome E.Y. to the History Book Club. We are happy that you have joined us. Thank you for your interesting introduction.

Please feel free to explore as there many folders that may interest you. Here is a list of focus areas:

History Book Club's Focus Areas

Please take a moment to familiarize yourself with the "add book/author" feature when you comment. (There is a link on the top right of the comment 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.

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by Ron Chernow

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

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

And our guidelines:
https://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/...

If you have any questions, don't hesitate to ask the moderators. We look forward to your participation.

Lorna
Admin - Civil Rights and Supreme Court

According to the group rules self promotion isn't allowed.....

Welcome to our group, Amanda! We have many different topics and books being discussed here so please feel free to explore and jump in.

Based on your post, you may find something to interest you in these topics:

WW II
Civil rights

I suggest you check out our homepage and see what else we have to offer. You can access it through this link:

History Book Club main page

Please take a moment to familiarize yourself with the "add book/author" feature when you comment. (There is a link on the top right of the comment 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 books that you mention should look:

by Adrian Goldsworthy

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

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

And our guidelines:
https://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/...

If you have any questions, don't hesitate to ask us moderators. I look forward to your postings.

Vicki
Assisting Moderator – Ancient Roman History

I'm currently a grad student on my way to becoming a history teacher. Most of my experience is in American and European history, and I can never decide whether to dive into those topics more in depth or broaden my reading list. I was born in and live near Chicago, and I've worked as a teacher in Shanghai and Madrid.

I'm also very interested in the history of pop culture - how artists have influenced their societies and vice versa. I studied film production in college and I enjoy documentaries and learning about the history of Hollywood and European productions.

Some other topics I'm interested in learning more about:
The American Civil War
19th and 20th Century Music
American and European Colonialism
Religion
Civil Rights

When I'm not reading history, memoirs, or historical fiction, I usually read Sci-fi, Fantasy, and Graphic Novels.

Welcome Russ to the History Book Club. Thank you for your interesting introduction and sharing your interests in history. We are happy that you have joined us and wish you the best with your graduate studies.

Based on your areas of interest, you may want to explore the following focus areas:

American History
American Civil War
Civil Rights
European History

There are many other folders where you can discuss topics that may interest you. Here is a list of focus areas:

History Book Club's Focus Areas

Please take a moment to familiarize yourself with the "add book/author" feature when you comment. (There is a link on the top right of the comment 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 an example of the books you mention should look:

by Ron Chernow

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

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

And our guidelines:
https://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/...

If you have any questions, don't hesitate to ask the moderators. We look forward to your participation.

Lorna
Admin - Civil Rights and Supreme Court

Hello,

I'm a huge Military History fan, particularly the Civil War. I've also read about many other American conflicts, recently delving into the Global War on Terror.

I'm also a big fan of Jeff Shaara and what he's doing writing novels on every American Military Conflict.

I usually read about 20 books a year, give or take.

So many books, so little time.

I love holding printed books in my hand, but I'm trying to bring myself to read more on my Kindle. The most difficult part is many of the Civil War books I want to read aren't available in digital.

I'm also a technical guy that works on Computers, but there is something about holding a book and turning the pages...

What a nice introduction, David. We welcome you to The History Book Club. We have a variety of folders which may interest you. There are many topics for you to peruse and we have discussions on lots of different books. Hope you can join in.

Based on your post, you may find something to interest you in this topic:

American Civil War

I suggest you check out our homepage and see what else we have to offer. You can access it through this link:

History Book Club main page

Please take a moment to familiarize yourself with the "add book/author" feature when you comment. (There is a link on the top right of the comment 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 books that you mention should look:

by Adrian Goldsworthy

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

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

And our guidelines:
https://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/...

If you have any questions, don't hesitate to ask us moderators. I look forward to your postings.

Vicki
Assisting Moderator – Ancient Roman History

So, for example:

I'm currently reading about North Korea, given the heightened rhetoric from NOKO:
by Michael Malice

Howdy, I have been a professional horseman, for 50 years. Yet, I can't help but wonder what it would have been like to be a history teacher. It's too late for me to make changes, but I enjoy teaching people about history. I practice on my customers; sadly, horse people are known for avoiding history as if it was the flu.

I take unfair advantage; since, I often have customers captive for hours, much like a teacher has students captive. With one minor difference, my customers can walk away if they become bored.

Some of them say they enjoy learning the history lessons and others are happy to remain ignorant. The goal is to awaken the spark of learning and get the customer to buy a book or research the subject on the internet. To keep my lectures interesting, I read continuously, and that is primarily why I am here.

The authors and teachers who bring history to life are heroes in my opinion. The history teachers who have failed to bring history alive for millions have wasted a wonderful opportunity.

The history of equine cultures and of the wooden ships that sailed the oceans fascinate me, but almost any history or prehistory can hold my interest.

Welcome Dylan, thank you for your very interesting introduction. We are happy that you have joined us in the History Book Club. With your interest in history, I'm sure that you will find many focus areas to interest you.

There are many folders where you can discuss topics that may interest you as well so please feel free to explore our many diverse threads. Here is a list of focus areas:

History Book Club's Focus Areas

Please take a moment to familiarize yourself with the "add book/author" feature when you comment. (There is a link on the top right of the comment 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.

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by Simon Sebag Montefiore

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Lorna
Admin - Civil Rights and Supreme Court

Jon Luke, a warm welcome to you from all of us at the History Book Club. We are happy that you joined us from the state of Arkansas. I'm sure that you will find that we share your interest and love of history.

Based on your areas of interest, you may want to explore the following:

Medieval History
European History
Philosophy and Politics

There are many other folders where you can discuss topics that may interest you. Here is a list of focus areas:

History Book Focus Areas

Please take a moment to familiarize yourself with the "add book/author" feature when you comment. (There is a link on the top right of the comment 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.

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by Mary Beard

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Lorna
Admin - Civil Rights and Supreme Court

Hello all,

I am Rohit, from Mumbai, India. I work as a VFX artist in a studio over here. My interests include watching films, playing PC games and reading books.

My relationship with history didn't start quite well. We got history subject in the 3rd grade and I straight away hated it. The answers were long and difficult and I always wondered "why should I learn about the past? whats the use?". I guess it was natural for 9 year old me to think like that.

Fast forward to 2012, I was 20 and was watching Hollywood films every week. Films based on world war 2 fascinated me. Soon I got interested in knowing more about WW2. I read Anne Frank's diary which made a deep impression on me. I plan on reading 'WW2 in photographs' by Richard Holmes to know more about the war.

https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/7...

But whats the use of reading world history if you don't know about your own country? Its embarrassing to confess that I do not have proper systematic knowledge about the history of India. My country with 80% Hindu population was ruled for thousands of years by Muslim invaders who suppressed locals and subjected them to slavery, bigotry, injustice and even torture, and then for 200 years by British rulers from England who were almost the same. It's important to know about these in detail because "If you don't know where you came from, how would you know where you are going?"

That's why I recently read a book "300 Brave Men" about a 17th century Hindu king 'Shivaji' who at the age of 16 said “I shall not serve, and neither shall my people!” after witnessing villages and crops being repeatedly razed by the invading foreign armies, men killed in both peacetime and war, their women abducted & raped and temples destroyed. He used guerilla tactics to defeat enemies many times stronger and more in number. He won his first fort at the age of 16 with just 1000 men and when he died at 50, he had over 300 forts and 100,000 warriors with him.

https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/3...

Similarly, I would also love to know about other kings from other parts of the world who were not only brave but also clever and wise. I look forward to being active in this group and get introduced to more topics, authors and books.

Thank you.

Welcome to the group, Rohit--we are glad you found us. We have discussions on all aspects of history so please feel free to join in.

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History of Southern Asia

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Hi folks, my name is Steve and I am new to Goodreads. I am a 40 y/o who did not enjoy history as a kid but have found a love for it as an adult. I am interested in everything from ancient history to the modern Middle East, but right now I am really enjoying reading about Colonial American History and causes and effects of WWI and WWII. Soon I would like to start focusing on Middle East history and African history.

I have just joined this group after seeing it on Goodreads for some time. My name is Susan and I am a retired American and World History teacher. My reading interests are varied, but historical accuracy is imperative and one of my main criteria for choosing non-fiction. I look forward to perusing your reading lists - always looking for something I would not typically choose to read but am inspired to do so by the recommendation of others.

Hello everyone,
I am Mudasir Hussain from Pakistan. I have recently joined goodreads. I am an electrical engineering undergrad by profession, but I also want to read (a lot) and want to improve and establish myself to be a informed person. I am looking forward to your reading lists and the challenges. I hope this to be great adventure.

Glad you joined us, Steve. This is the place for the avid history buff.

I suggest you check out our homepage and see what we have to offer. You can access it through this link:

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by Adrian Goldsworthy

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Susan.....Welcome to the place for all things history. There is much here that will meet your reading preferences.

I suggest you check out our homepage and see what we have to offer. You can access it through this link:

History Book Club main page

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by Adrian Goldsworthy

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Vicki
Assisting Moderator – Ancient Roman History

Welcome to the group, Mudasir--we are glad you found us. We have discussions on all aspects of history so please feel free to join in.

I suggest you check out our homepage and see what we have to offer. You can access it through this link:

History Book Club main page

Please take a moment to familiarize yourself with the "add book/author" feature when you comment. (There is a link on the top right of the comment 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.

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by Adrian Goldsworthy

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Vicki
Assisting Moderator – Ancient Roman History

Steve wrote: "Hi folks, my name is Steve and I am new to Goodreads. I am a 40 y/o who did not enjoy history as a kid but have found a love for it as an adult. I am interested in everything from ancient history t..." I am new too. I am also interested in history , my major is arabic so I am looking forward to having some book pals to share with me about books on Middle East.

Hi everyone my name is Michelle and I am from New York. I love to read and I like to read a variety of genres. I’m in college so sometimes reading can be hard but I still find time. Some facts about me- I am 21 and I also enjoy coloring, watching Netflix, baking and hanging out.

Welcome Jasemine, we are happy that you have joined us in the History Book Club. Thank you for your nice introduction.

Based on your area of interest, you may want to explore the following focus area:

Middle East

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History Book Club's Focus Areas

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Lorna
Admin - Civil Rights and Supreme Court

Welcome Michelle, thank you for your interesting introduction. We are happy that you have joined us in the History Book Club from New York.

There are many folders where you can discuss topics that may interest you as well so please feel free to explore our many diverse threads. Here is a list of focus areas:

History Book Club's Focus Areas

Please take a moment to familiarize yourself with the "add book/author" feature when you comment. (There is a link on the top right of the comment 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.

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by Simon Sebag Montefiore

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Take a few moments to read the orientation:
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And our guidelines:
https://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/...

If you have any questions, don't hesitate to ask the moderators. We look forward to your participation.

Lorna
Admin - Civil Rights and Supreme Court