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We are a very diverse group of people with common love for history so we are very glad to have you here.
Based on your introduction, I suggest you check out our thread on Military history: You can access it through this link:
MIlitary history
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Sometimes it's impossible to escape family legacy, but since you have as wonderful a legacy as history is, I'm sure it's not such a hardship.
Based on your introduction, I suggest you check out these threads:
Napoleonic wars and
The First world war
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Based on your introduction, I suggest you check out these threads:
MIlitary history,
WWI and
WWII
I suggest you also check out our homepage and see what else we have to offer. You can access it through this link:
HBC mainpage
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Thanks for having me.

Well that's about it for me.

You must have seen wonderful things on your travels and with that kind of experience I'm sure you will be a great contributor to this group.
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HBC Administration - Croatia - Art, Architecture and Culture - Ancient and Medieval History

I love learning about history, and hearing stories from those who have the most of it... people who lived during the Great Depression, WWI, WWII and more...
With regards to historical novels, Tai-pan, by James Clavell, is one of my favorite epic novels, as well as The Good Earth by Pearl Buck. Reading, writing, running and skipping off to the beach in those moments in between, are what make me the happiest in this world.


My name is Maryann and I'm also a history addict. I love all kinds of history. I especially enjoy biographies of historical figures. I also love keeping lists, which is why I joined Goodreads.
I'm currently reading:



Russia especially in WWII. I feel like they do not get enough credit for WWII. I also like learning about all the art that was stolen in WWII. For WWI I like studying about how it started and ended, and how it was so different from anything they had seen or experienced and how it effected the war and it the outcome.

The First World War
The Second World War
The American Civil War
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History Book Club's main page
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José
HBC Administration - Ancient and Medieval History

History Book Club's main page
Check out our folders as well if you want to search for any specific topic and discuss it with our fellow members. Feel free to contact any one of our assisting moderators for any assistance you might need. We are all here to help.
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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If you have any questions, don't hesitate to ask one of the moderators. We look forward to reading your contributions - this is really a site for those who love history.
José
HBC Administration - Ancient and Medieval History


I have always been a huge history fan, but spent some years without much reading for fun. Recently, I have gotten back into reading and am excited to make up for lost time. I have a Bachelors in History and a Masters in Linguistics and enjoy reading books related to those areas, but also enjoy many different types of books. My favorite period of history is the period of the Tudors in England. Glad to be here!
Welcome to the group, Kate. Based on your post, you may like to check out this topic:
The Tudors
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Adrian Goldsworthy
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The Tudors
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My name is Ian. I live in Southern California in the United States. I am most interested in the history of Ancient Greece and Rome. I find the basic political and social trends in these more simple ancient societies are easier to disentangle than in modern societies. I am most interested in topics related to "the few and the many" and the interaction of political/economic/military trends. I'm glad to have learned about this group and enjoy the posts.
Regards!

The First World War
The Second World War
Medieval History
Ancient History
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José
HBC Administration - Ancient and Medieval History


Thanks!








i m happy to be here rachid from agadir city , morocco , welcome everyone

of course i enjoy it , i love reading The History Book of my earth



We have a variety of folders which may interest you. You may want to start with our..."
Thank you Terri :)


In particular I am very interested in ancient civilizations, dark ages, renanaisance monarchy esp Great Britain and quite a lot more. I have read a number of books and look forward to reading and sharing so much more. Thanks for the welcome.

I am Jeanne. Born and raised in Saint Paul MN. Interested in all types of history. Special interests in local (Minnesota) history and ancient history.

I am interested in East European History, Cold War, History of Medicine and history of other physical and biological sciences (though very few people will share this interest with me perhaps, if anyone is interested I will be glad to join a conversation.)
Another topic which I find very engaging is the Partition of India in 1947. Other sub-continental topics like the Mughals or the British rule will keep me busy for days in long summer holidays.

I am interested in East European History, Cold War, History of Medicine and history of other physical and biological sciences (though very few people will share this interest wi..."
Great topics there. Welcome from a new recruit also Mursalin.



I'm Kenmuel, a second year law student. I've joined your History Group with grand enthusiasm and a great crave of learning history matters. As a law student, history it's very important for me. I deeply care about subjects like minorities, racial equality, American history regarding politics and constitutional development, of course international relations.
I hope to find the best book tittles here, so I can learn the most.
I'm currently reading "The case against the Supreme Court" by Erwin Chemerinsky and so far has been a good book.
PS. English it's not, by any means, my first language. So pardon my errors! :)

I felt like this group would help a lot because of how widespread the members are and the book choices do not just focus on one area's history.

My name is Sharon, and I am from California, USA. To be honest, history was my least favorite subject in school. But as I went through graduate school, traveled to different parts of the world, and now working as a full-time professional, I realized how important history is. Like George Santayana once said, "Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it." I don't want to sound silly in a conversation or make bad decisions in life and work simply because of my lack of knowledge in history. I did not read much history books (non-fictions) in the past and I do not know much history, and that's why I'm here. I hope this group can provide some guidance as I go through my journey of history self-study, and that the historians / history buffs here can give me some recommendations on good and worth reading history books.
My subject of interest can be anything: sports, pop culture, movies, music, arts, biographies or autobiographies of leaders and famous people, etc.
Thank you very much!

My name is Aaron, and I live in Columbus, Georgia, United States. I love 19th century New York City history, Walt Whitman, body snatchers, anatomical dissection, Tammany Hall, Five Points, etc. I'm 43, and I teach and write at a local university. I'm excited to get involved.
Best,
Aaron



Since you are a fiction reader, why don't you start looking for interesting topics through historical fiction. Pick one book (maybe you already have a favorite) and look for non-fiction book about the period described there.
Also, you may want to scroll through our homepage and see if you can find anything of interest among various threads we have here. You can access it through this link:
HBC mainpage
If you want to see what our historical fiction-loving members recommend, check out this thread:
Historical fiction
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Samanta
HBC Administration - Croatia - Art, Architecture and Culture - Ancient and Medieval History

You have come to the right place. I doesn't matter that you are new to history because nobody will judge here and we will all jump in to help if you need a recommendation or want an opinion.
Scroll through our homepage and see if you can find anything of interest among various threads we have here. You can access it through this link:
HBC mainpage
Based on your general interest and to make your search easier, I suggest you check out these threads :
Art-architecture-culture,
Music and
Sports history and hobbies
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Samanta
HBC Administration - Croatia - Art, Architecture and Culture - Ancient and Medieval History

Based on your introduction, I suggest you check out these threads:
American history and
Health - medicine - science
If you want to explore some more, scroll through our homepage and see if you can find anything else of interest. You can access it through this link:
HBC mainpage
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Samanta
HBC Administration - Croatia - Art, Architecture and Culture - Ancient and Medieval History

First of all, hilarious nickname :D Secondly, glad you joined us because I have just the thread(s) for you.
Based on your introduction, I suggest you check out these threads:
Ancient history and
Medieval history
I suggest you check out our homepage and see what else we have to offer. You can access the main page through this link:
HBC mainpage
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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Samanta
HBC Administration - Croatia - Art, Architecture and Culture - Ancient and Medieval History
Welcome to all the many new members. I'm sure you'll enjoy it here and hopefully expand your interests.


Vicki wrote: "Welcome to all the many new members. I'm sure you'll enjoy it here and hopefully expand your interests."

History Book Club's main page
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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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More information
Take a few moments to read the orientation
Our guidelines
If you have any questions, don't hesitate to ask one of the moderators. We look forward to reading your contributions - this is really a site for those who love history.
José
HBC Administration - Ancient and Medieval History
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You are quite a traveler. I wish I could say I do not envy you. We are so glad to have you here and we apologize for not welcoming you sooner.
Since Chile is you next destination, I suggest you check out our thread on the history of Latin America. You can access it through this link:
History of Latin America and Caribbean - Introduction
I suggest you also check out our homepage and find recommendations for the rest of your traveling to-do list. You can access it through this link:
HBC mainpage
And most importantly enjoy every step of your journey.
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More information:
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Samanta
HBC Administration - Croatia - Art, Architecture and Culture - Ancient and Medieval History