From the first human to the first blogger, Pints of History reveals history’s surprises, its misunderstood truths, and its puzzling twists and turns. Through articles, books, and booklets, we explore the past for its own sake and connect it to current news and entertainment – making history relevant and fun.
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~ David W. Tollen, author
Six Milestones
These six histories shape our world, yet they’re seldom told. This unique booklet recounts six pivotal events – ancient, medieval, and modern – in brief and simple language, accompanied by detailed maps and beautiful original illustrations.
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The Black General in the “Napoleon” Movie
If you've seen "Napoleon" or even a trailer for the movie, you may have noticed a Black officer in the army of White 18th century France. This wasn't just an open-minded...
Have History Read to You
World History Encyclopedia has a great feature worth noting. Each article comes with an audio option. You can click "Listen to this article" at the top and just sit back and...
Under the Fourteenth Amendment, Trump could not hold office
Republicans could win the White House in 2024, but not with Donald Trump. At least, not legally. Many constitutional scholars have made this point, most recently former...
David’s novels are for young adults, middle readers, and adults. They use fantasy to teach, so they’re great for teachers, students, and parents. David is also working on an unusual nonfiction history, called Origin Stories …
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