At the age of only 19, young Jeffrey Heagerty’s life was cut short when his body was discovered in West Palm Beach, Florida. The victim of a murder case that eventually went cold, it took several years before Heagerty’s killer was brought to justice. Solving the West Palm Beach Murder of Jeffrey Heagerty details this unique case. Read on to get a special sneak peek into the book!

In the world of American politics, there’s almost no president that hasn’t become embroiled in some type of misconduct. From the XYZ Affair of John Adams to Nixon’s Watergate, presidents are no strangers to controversy. Read on for just five of the biggest controversies to rock D.C. in the 1900s!

America has a long history of protests - some have inspired great change while others resulted in brutal confrontations. These are four of the most important protests in American history. 

As a feat of modern technology and ambition, the Erie Canal changed commerce between the United States and the rest of the world. This is how it happened. 

The Cold War was a tense time for many American citizens – as friction between America and the Soviet Union reached a fever pitch, many came to suspect even their closest neighbors as Russian communists or spies. In the midst of this hostility, the arrest and trial of husband and wife Julius and Ethel Rosenberg seemed confirm many Americans worst fears. Read on to learn more about the Rosenbergs, and the trial that rocked 1950s America.

In the years since its first game, America’s Pastime has created some of the most talented baseball players the world has ever seen. Many spent their careers setting new records that would take later players years to beat. From the practice field to game day, these are the baseball players who revolutionized the sport in America. 

When considering those who most impacted the American Revolution, we think of men like George Washington, Alexander Hamilton, and other leading Founding Fathers. However, these characters of history were not the only ones to leave their mark on the birth of the nation. From the battlefield to the home, these are some of the founding women of the American Revolution.

From the French and Indian war to the Civil War, these famous battles left their mark on history. Read on for their stories and how they have been preserved for visitors today.

Through her writing, Harriet Beecher Stowe altered history and inspired her readers to take action against slavery in the South. Here, we’re looking at the parts of her life that shaped her into an icon of the abolitionist movement.  

Nestled in the farmland of Connecticut, the Weir Farm National Historic Site has welcomed visitors since 1990. In his upcoming book, Weir Farm National Historic Site, artist Xiomáro details the life of Weir, and the history of the park which bears his name. Read on for a special sneak peek at Weir Farm National Historic Site, out now!

The Golden Age of Hollywood saw some of the most transformative feats in film. Here is the evolution of that era and the lasting impact it’s had on film today.

We all know a great sports fan. Foam finger in hand, these fans stand through rain or shine to cheer on their favorite team. As summer gets into full swing and Father’s Day approaches, we’re taking a look at some of our top book picks for the avid sports fan.