The History Book Club discussion

Thank you so much, Vicki — especially for the book/author instruction.

Hi,

I’m Gjoa. I’m new to goodreads, but not new to reading copious amounts of history books. I joined because I find the best books come from recommendations and look forward to finding new gems. I’m open to most topics and love reading about a topic from multiple viewpoints/authors before moving on to another subject. Most recently I’ve been reading books about the history of nuclear power, catherine the great, and the cultural revolution.

Gjoa, a warm welcome to you from all of us at the History Book Club. We are happy that you joined us. Thank you too for your very interesting introduction.

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.

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 Mary Beard

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

Hello Group!

I’m new to the group but certainly not to reading/writing or enjoying what others create.
In the real world I own an Independent Publishing Company and love finding ways to support authors around the world, even if wen don’t publish them.
Joining this group is a fun and educational way to broaden more of what I read while having conversations with people who don’t see me as a CEO but just as another bibliophile, like themselves.
Nonfiction is my jam, I’m an avid tea drinker and I collect teacups as much as books.

Write On!
Meaghan

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

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 Mary Beard

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 the group, Brian--we are glad you found us, even if it was accidental. 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.

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 Rick Atkinson

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

Hi, my name is Jocelyn and I'm an American historian mostly interested in religious history, the history of medicine, the making of race, and personal narrative as historical sources. I joined to engage a community of readers with the themes I'm passionate about. I currently teach humanities in high school.

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

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

History of Religions
Health, Medicine, Science

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 Mary Beard

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

Greetings, my name is Dan Hill and I and my wife split our time between Minnesota (St. Paul) and California (Palm Desert). My way "into" history was via biographies, which I began devouring in 2nd grade. Call it a search for heroes, however flawed. But always seeking to understand the motives and, ideally, the values that shape the people, events, and movements of history. Always hoping the answer is greater that money, e.g. Dylan's line "money doesn't talk, it swears."

Welcome Dan, thank you for your interesting introduction concerning your interest in history. We are happy that you have joined our group. Please feel free to participate in the many ongoing discussions.

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.

This is an example of how 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
Assisting Moderator (T) - Civil Rights and Supreme Court

Hi! My name is Lizzie and I'm from the US. I gained a love of history through the study of anthropology, because I love trying to understand where we came from, and why those before us made the decisions they did. I particularly enjoy ancient history, and how our ancient past affects more recent history and modern day society. I joined because I hope to expand my horizons a little and have discussions with people who also share a love of history.

Hello Group

Hello Group,

My name is Lynn Ann Zazzara Grabavoy and I am from Illinois, USA. Looking forward to participating in this Online History Book Club with having an open mind and learning more about other Cultures and our world. I’m a retired Professional RN and therefore much of my previous reading material was medical in nature, so I’ve always had a love for History so I’m really excited about being involved with this particular book club.

Lynn Ann Zazzara Grabavoy

Hi all,

My name is James and I’m new to the group. I live in the UK but am originally from South Africa.

I’ve always had a love of history and historiography and read History for my Masters.

I’m excited to jump into and contribute to discussion and to have a reference point for some great books.

Thanks
James

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

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

Ancient History
Archaeology and Anthropology

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 Mary Beard

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, Lynn Ann! We have many different topics and books being discussed here so please feel free to explore and jump 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.

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 Mary Beard

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

Glad you joined us, James. 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:

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 Mary Beard

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 see the next book read, by Abbas Amanat, is quite a topical read.

Hello, everyone. I’m happy to be among a group of history lovers. I was born and grew up in Virginia, USA, which almost requires an undying interest in history. American history, the Civil War, and American Indian history are my favorites. Right now I’m trying to understand the causes of the Civil War. As one who was educated in Virginia, I’m not sure I have an accurate picture. My father kept Lee’s Lieutenants on his bedside table, right beside, his Bible. I’m ready to learn facts, not just the (possibly) mythology I grew up with.
Right now I’m reading about Thomas Jefferson, a longtime hero of mine.

Hi all,
My name is Rose and I live in Georgia, USA. I have a Masters in Business Administration. I hated history class in high school. It was my worst subject. As I got older, I started reading more. Books are more detailed than textbooks. I started reading about World War 1 and World War 2. I became so fascinated with the Holocaust and reading true stories from survivors of the concentration camps, as well as the SS Officers who knew what they were doing was wrong but had to follow orders.

I also started reading books on the Titanic, John D Rockefeller, Andrew Carnegie, Cornelius Vanderbilt, Henry Ford, etc. I also enjoy that series "The Men who Built America".

Joseph wrote: "I see the next book read, by Abbas Amanat, is quite a topical read."

Thank you, Joseph. How right you are about this book being a very timely and topical read. Your citation looks good except that when there is not a photo of the author, use the link with "no photo" in parentheses like so:

by Abbas Amanat (no photo)

Lorna, Assisting Moderator (T) - Civil Rights and Supreme Court

Welcome Agnes, we are happy that you have joined us in the History Book Club from Virginia. Thank you for your interesting introduction and sharing your interests in history, particularly growing up in the midst of so much American History.

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

American History
American Civil War
Native Americans

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 books you mention should look:

by Jon Meacham

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,
Assisting Moderator (T) - Civil Rights and Supreme Court

Welcome Rose, we are happy that you have joined us in the History Book Club from the state of Georgia. Thank you for your interesting introduction and outlining your current interests in history.

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

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 books you mention should look:

by Ron Chernow
by Jon Meacham
by T.J. Stiles

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
Assisting Moderator (T) - Civil Rights and Supreme Court

Hi, my name is Kathy and I've read a number of history books over the years about all sorts of topics. I can't say there is any history topic that I'm not interested in (however focusing on battle formations which I suffered through in a Civil War class in college is not my thing). In the past few years, my history reading has fallen off substantially and I want to get myself back into it. I've started a number of books but can't seem to finish them in recent years (and it's not because they are poorly written or boring other things just get in the way). I've never joined an online reading club before. I live in Vermont in the US and as there is no local history reading group, I thought I'd give this a try to get myself back into it. My question is how do I join discussion groups and events for specific books? I can't seem to find how you join them. I'm part way through the Federalist Papers and would love to join that discussion group for instance. Any help you can provide would be much appreciated.

Hello all! I've read comments from Goodreads members for years on various websites and thought that the notion of an online book club is wonderful. I live in the mid-Atlantic (USA) and have developed an interest in history as I've approached middle age. I periodically teach a college course in the history of psychology and my interests now include the histories of science and philosophy, intellectual histories, and the (very broad) history of Western civilization. Looking forward to sharing thoughts with others!

A warm welcome Kathy, from all of us in the History Book Club. We are happy that you have joined us. Please feel free to join in the many discussions. It is great that you are reading the Federalist Papers. Please feel free to post your thoughts on this link as well as see other comments: The Federalist Papers

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.

This is an example of how 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,
Assisting Moderator (T) - Civil Rights and Supreme Court

Welcome Jill, we are happy that you have joined us in the History Book Club. Thank you for your interesting introduction and sharing your interests in history.

There are many 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 how books 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 the moderators. We look forward to your participation.

Lorna,
Assisting Moderator (T) - Civil Rights and Supreme Court

Agnes wrote: "Hello, everyone. I’m happy to be among a group of history lovers. I was born and grew up in Virginia, USA, which almost requires an undying interest in history. American history, the Civil War, and..."

An interesting theory of the cause was advanced by Allan Nevins in his multi volume work started in the 1940's




Nevins gave credit for starting the fighting to Stephen Douglas. Aside from wishing to become President himself, the Senator thought Congress had become unable to deal with the issue of slavery. His idea was to promote popular sovereignty as the solution to clear the issue from Congress so Congress could get on with it's most important business, selecting a northern route for the transcontinental railroad. But things didn't turn out quite the way he imagined.

Hi there!

How is everyone going?

My name is Matt and I'm a former history geek (studied history at uni.) I haven't read much in the past few years, was wondering if anyone had any suggestions for books that give a brief description on history through the years. Thanks!

A warm welcome Matt, from all of us in the History Book Club. We are happy that you have joined us. Thank you for your introduction and this is the place to get back into history. Please feel free to join in the many discussions that we have.

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.

This is an example of how the books you mention should look:

by Barbara W. Tuchman

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,
Assisting Moderator (T) - Civil Rights and Supreme Court

Hi,My name is Jackie. I am retired and live in Arizona. I have always been interested in history, so am glad to have found this group.

A warm welcome Jackie, from all of us in the History Book Club. We are happy that you have joined us from Arizona. Thank you for your nice introduction. Please feel free to join in the many discussions that we have.

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.

This is an example of how the books you mention should look:

by Candice Millard

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,
Assisting Moderator (T) - Civil Rights and Supreme Court

Welcome Matteo, to the History Book Club. We are happy that you have joined us. Thank you for your interesting introduction outlining your interests in history and your studies. We will look forward to you joining us in our discussions.

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

Europe - 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 books you mention should look:

by Barbara W. Tuchman

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,
Assisting Moderator (T) - Civil Rights and Supreme Court

Hi everyone, my name is Fred. I am living in the South of France. I love history with preferred eras like Ancients, Dark Ages and Medieval. I am open to read books about other eras if I can find interests in them and as long as these books are well written and engaging as well!!

Welcome everyone.

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

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

Ancient History
Medieval History

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.

This is an example of how the books you mention should look:

by Simon Sebag Montefiore

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,
Assisting Moderator (T) - Civil Rights and Supreme Court

Hello. My name is Babs. I live in the USA in Florida. I'm recently retired and extremely happy to have a lot more time to read. I joined the group because it's international and I prefer reading books with detailed recommendation. As there are so many book choices, I want to spend my time on those most appealing to my own interests. Because I read a lot, I am most grateful to have lending libraries otherwise I could not afford my reading habit! :) Thank you for this forum.

Good Morning, Babs. Welcome to the club. I too am an American history buff.

Babs, a warm welcome to you from all of us at the History Book Club. We are happy that you joined us from Florida. Thank you too for your interesting introduction and congratulations on your retirement. I too am grateful for my local library system.

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.

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 Mary Beard

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 Niti, we are happy that you have joined us in the History Book Club from India. Thank you for your most interesting introduction, and sharing your many interests in history and outlining your studies.

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

Political Science

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History Book Club's Focus Areas

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Lorna,
Assisting Moderator (T) - Civil Rights and Supreme Court

Good Evening, Niti
Welcome to a great club. If you’re interested in history, even shading toward political science, you’ve found the right place. Enjoy!
Andrea

Hello Group,

My name is Daniel McGregor and I am originally from Steven's Point Wisconsin but live now in Columbia, South Carolina USA. I have a degree in History from the University of South Florida. I am interested in Church History, Intellectual History, World War 2 and Medieval History. I am also interested in reading history, particularly biographies, as a means of leadership development.I have particular interest in the lives of Dwight Eisenhower, Winston Churchhill, Henry V and Thomas Cramner.

Hi! My name is Beth and I live in New Jersey.

I belong to two bookclubs, but they focus mainly on fiction, so I am very excited to find this group.

My interests tend toward American History, especially the Civil War. However, I am hoping (expecting?) that my boundaries will be extended by being in this group and that I may find other historical topics that are just as interesting to me!

Here’s to stretching my horizons!

Hi all. I'm Troy-a native Californian. I'm a lifelong learner and longtime history buff with degrees in early modern European history, and minors in Asian history. Some of my favorite topics: Historiography (with a particular interest in the Annales school), Jesuit history, witches and witch crazes, the historiography of King Arthur, secret societies (especially in China), world war II, Southeast Asian history (more specifically, Thai history), and all different kinds of cultural history.

I particularly enjoy the synergies I get when I put strong histories together with good quality historical fiction.

I look forward to learning from you all.

What a nice introduction, Daniel. 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 these topics:

History of Religions
Medieval History
WW II

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

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by Mary Beard

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Vicki
Assisting Moderator – Ancient Roman History

Welcome to our group, Beth! 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:

American History
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.

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by Mary Beard

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Vicki
Assisting Moderator – Ancient Roman History

Troy, a warm welcome to you from all of us at the History Book Club. We are happy that you joined us from California. Thank you too for your very interesting introduction.

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

History of Southern Asia
WW II

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.

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by Mary Beard

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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

Daniel wrote: "Hello Group,

My name is Daniel McGregor and I am originally from Steven's Point Wisconsin but live now in Columbia, South Carolina USA. I have a degree in History from the University of South Flo..."

Welcome to the club Daniel,

I have a couple of suggestions for you. First, within the Goodreads, there are clubs with a more specific focus. As Thomas Cranmer is one of your special interests, you might consider looking at the Tudor History Lovers Club" where we read everything Tudor related. Second is a reading recommendation. With your interest in Church History, you should checkout by Christine Leigh Heyrman (no photo). It was an absolutely fascinating examination of the devlopement of the evangelical movement in the U.S.

Hi everyone,

My name is Suzanne; I live in Atlanta, GA. I’m happy to join this book club! I enjoy reading history to learn about the events that have led us to where we are today. It’s always interesting to learn that people of the past were dealing with many of the same challenges that we have today. I’m looking forward to learning from and reading with club members!

Welcome to the group, Suzanne--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.

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 Mary Beard

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