Jonathan Eig's "King: A Life," a biography of civil rights leader Martin Luther King Jr., was recognized as one of the best books of 2023. Biographies offer a chance to explore the decision-making and ...

Honoring the trailblazers whose courage, innovation, and resilience left an indelible mark on history and continue to inspire generations. Looking for a quick Black history lesson? Here’s a round-up ...

Throughout history, chilling villains have often, consistently, and ceaselessly existed. Sometimes they were deliberately erased from collective memory, and at other times, their deeds simply faded ...

Lincoln suffered from severe and incapacitating depressions that occasionally led to thoughts of suicide, as documented in numerous biographies by Carl Sandburg. " When he was alive, Lincoln's friends ...

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COLUMBIA − The State Historical Society of Missouri (SHSMO) has recently updated its Historic Missourians website. The freely available resource features notable people who influenced the Show-Me ...

In honor of Black History Month, PW showcases a selection of picture book offerings that highlight the achievements and impact of influential Black figures throughout history. Blues Boy: The B.B. King ...

Novelized accounts of historical figures’ lives are hugely popular. But do we really want to draw back the curtain on history and find people talking and acting the way we do? By Megan Marshall Megan ...

When we look back over years past, whose achievements make it into the history books? There are important stories and contributions that have long been overlooked because the people responsible were ...

Looking for a quick Black history lesson? Here’s a round-up of important Black historical figures you need to know about. Whether you’re wanting to brush up on your Black history or are a full-on ...