War in Europe is a staple topic in the study of history, but there’s one major conflict most history books won’t teach you: the battle of the equal sign, =. These two parallel lines were, in ...

CASPAR HAUSER—Jacob Wassermann—Liveright ($3).In his preface to English-speaking readers Author Wassermann explains that he is recounting a notorious incident of German history to illustrate ...

Review Book Reviews 'Eyeliner' examines the cosmetic's history as a symbol of strength and protest November 15, 20235:00 AM ET By Elise Hu ...

A new book explores the fasces, a symbol of power — and of unity October 1, 2022 More than 2 years ago ...

Franks House in Charlotte's Third Ward was a historical point of community prior to the displacement of Black families from the area.

Presidential history: The White House – An enduring presidential symbol Over the course of more than two centuries, the White House has become the iconic representation of the presidency.

A Brief History of Banned Books in America Attempts to restrict what kids in school can read are on the rise. But American book banning started with the Puritans, 140 years before the United States ...

Notre-Dame de Paris, commonly known as Notre Dame, is a world-famous landmark located in the heart of Paris, France. Translated as "Our Lady of Paris," it is a masterpiece of French Gothic ...

Symbols of American history on public display in Boston Library houses replica Declarations of Independence, while local town hall is modeled on a colonial predecessor ...

In “Butts: A Backstory,” journalist Heather Radke addresses how big of a role our rears play not just in our relationships with our bodies, but in the cultural, social and gender-specific ...

DERBY LINE, Vt.—The stately, stone-and-stained-glass library in this tiny border town in the rolling hills of Vermont plays a pivotal role in Canadian mystery writer Louise Penny’s forthcoming ...

PBS Series ‘Iconic America: Our Symbols and Stories’ Unearths History of the 100-Year-Old Hollywood Sign Hosted and executive produced by David M. Rubenstein, a patriotic philanthropist who ...