Historical non-fiction

'The Wager' by David Grann is a riveting true story of shipwreck, mutiny, and murder culminating in a dramatic court martial that reveals shocking truths.

The Book of the Courtier outlines the qualities and behaviors of the ideal courtier, emphasizing virtues like moral awareness and active virtue, set during the Renaissance court life.

'The Devil in the White City' intertwines the true stories of architect Daniel H. Burnham and serial killer H. H. Holmes during the 1893 Chicago World's Fair, exploring themes of ambition, innovation, and evil.

Farewell to Manzanar is a poignant memoir recounting Jeanne Wakatsuki's childhood experiences in a Japanese American internment camp during WWII, exploring themes of identity, resilience, and the impact of prejudice.