Great Figures

In Significant Figures, acclaimed mathematician Ian Stewart introduces the visionaries of mathematics throughout history. Delving into the lives of twenty-five great mathematicians, Stewart examines the roles they played in creating, inventing, and discovering the mathematics we use today. Through these short biographies, we get acquainted with the history of mathematics.

The phenomenal true story of the black female mathematicians at NASA whose calculations helped fuel some of America’s greatest achievements in space. Soon to be a major motion picture starring Taraji P. Henson, Octavia Spencer, Janelle Monae, Kirsten Dunst, and Kevin Costner. Before John Glenn...

The History of Scotland—The Tiny Nation That Changed the World! Do you know the whole story of Scotland? Journey through the rich heritage of a nation that has significantly shaped the world in this enthralling history book. Discover the fascinating events and iconic figures that have made Scotland a beacon of culture, innovation, and resilience.

Beloved Olympic skater shares his secrets to happiness on and off the ice. Scott Hamilton has experienced the heights of accomplishment and the depths of disease, from winning the Gold to becoming a cancer and brain tumor survivor. But through his successes, struggles, and setbacks, Hamilton has...

The Pulitzer Prize and National Book Award winner’s timeless lectures that became a New York Times bestselling classic regarded as a “profound and priceless as guidance for anyone who aspires to write” (Los Angeles Times). Born in 1909 in Jackson, Mississippi, Eudora Welty shares details...

A powerful collection of 30 Bible stories about people whose faith in God brought them their finest hour. In today's world, it's easy to fall prey to the approval addiction--seeking the praise of others instead of focusing on pleasing God. In Their Finest Hour, best-selling author R.T. Kendall...

History's greatest achievements weren't made by the most rational people. They were made by people who could not stop. 100 Obsessions That Changed the World takes you inside the fixations that built cathedrals, cracked codes, launched revolutions, and reshaped civilization — from ancient Greece to the age of AI. One hundred obsessives. One hundred worlds remade. Some succeeded. Some were destroyed by what drove them. All of them changed history.

Hubert Humphrey was one of the great liberal leaders of postwar American politics, yet because he never made it to the Oval Office, he has been largely overlooked by biographers. Historian Arnold A. Offner has explored vast troves of archival records to recapture Humphrey's life, giving us previously unknown details of the vice president's fractious relationship with Lyndon Johnson, showing how Johnson colluded with Richard Nixon to deny Humphrey the presidency, and describing the most neglected aspect of Humphrey's career.

Hidden behind the world’s greatest breakthroughs are stories of rivalry, betrayal, and brilliance that were never meant to be revealed. Every invention you recognize was born from a secret you don’t—buried experiments, silenced geniuses, and discoveries twisted by power. Imagine unlocking the true human drama behind Tesla’s battles, Da Vinci’s encoded messages, Vatican vault secrets, forbidden alchemists, and doctors condemned for seeing what others refused to believe. These are real people, real obsessions, and real consequences that shaped the modern world far beyond what ...

Drawing is both a science and an art. The Great Masters studied the proportions and nuances of the world. Architecture, paintings, and drawings, with their discovery of golden or Divine Proportions, simplified the science behind the wonders and beauty of creation. Have you ever wanted to draw something in your mind, but when you tried, it didn't look at all like what you were thinking? Talent may make an artist better than a peer, but it is not necessary to draw wonderful expressive portraits from life. This book is designed to launch you on a journey of putting your thoughts beautifully ...

“Bennett’s medieval England comes alive in ways a reader can immediately relate to, even while being transported away from the modern world.” —Christian Science Monitor The story of two sisters caught up in the maelstrom of historic events, Figures in Silk by Vanora Bennett combines the...

Unveiling Childhoods of History's Greatest Innovators Dive into the remarkable childhoods of some of history's greatest innovators in "Young Minds, Big Dreams." Gates - Jobs - Disney - Einstein - Ford - Tesla - Edison. What were they like as Bill, Steve, Walt, Albert, Henry, Nikola, and Thomas? Perfect for young readers, this captivating book is an inspiring journey through the formative years of seven legendary figures. Key Highlights: 🌟 Inspiring Stories: Discover the childhood experiences that ignited the sparks of genius. 📚 Educational Journey: Learn about their upbringing, ...

When it comes to women in history, there are few who command the respect that Boudicca, the warrior queen of the ancient Britons, has achieved over the centuries. Yet, this fearsome female remains, to this day, a true enigma. Who she was, what she did, and the consequences of her actions are as fascinating as they have ever been, and this audiobook will take you on a journey of discovery to find the real Boudicca - the woman beyond the legend.

The whole question of women in history is an elusive one as the most written about ladies tend to be Queens, born or married into positions of power. Some, like the very English Queen Elizabeth I and Queen Victoria, built on their birthright with the power of their personalities to enjoy long and successful reins, while others made the history books for all the wrong reasons. And it is to this latter category that the subject of our journal, Marie Antoinette the most famous Queen of France, belongs.

Do you want to learn more about the great rulers of history, but don’t have time to listen to huge, long books? Then let The History Journals take you on an hourly history tour of the life and times of some of the most famous and infamous (and some forgotten) men and women that have ruled as Kings, Queens, and Conquerors. Tintagel, Cornwall, England on a wild and windy day is a spectacular place to be, however, for anyone with an interest in King Arthur, Tintagel is far more than a dramatic landscape.

In a volatile and complex world roiled by a climate crisis, global pandemics, and disruptive technologies like AI, hyper-individualized leadership models no longer make sense. To seize emerging opportunities and achieve sustainable growth, leaders must recognize that a team’s success flows from the intelligence, achievements, and growth of the entire collective. In Safe to Great, Skip Bowman proposes a leadership sea change that puts purpose before profit, and the team before the individual.

Over time, Richard the Lionheart has become a fascinating figure in Great Britain’s history, and his worldwide travels through lands that are still, to this very day, at the heart of global conflict also bestow upon him an international resonance. This history journal will set out on a journey of discovery to find the man behind the myth and explore, expand, and expose the legend that is Lionheart.

What if the greatest thinkers across time all had one message—and it was meant for you? From ancient philosophers to modern scientists, mystics to humanitarians, artists to activists—Great Minds Think Like This: Timeless Wisdom for Transformation gathers the wisdom of 102 remarkable individuals whose insights continue to light the way. Drawn from diverse cultures, eras, and disciplines, each voice offers a powerful perspective on what it means to live with purpose, integrity, compassion, and creativity. Their life-tested truths converge into something beautifully universal: a guide to ...

A detailed look at the family of the House of David, Israel's greatest king.

Do you want to learn more about the great military leader Hannibal, but don’t have time to read huge, long biographies? Then let The History Journals take you on an hourly history tour of his life. When it comes to great military leaders few will inspire the imagination of each new generation more than Hannibal, the mighty Carthaginian who marched 37 war elephants across the Alps in a bid to take on the Roman Empire. Even today this would be a daring and perilous adventure, but the fact that Hannibal succeeded in his mission in 218BC makes it all the more incredible.