• The Pope of Physics PB

    The Pope of Physics Gino SegrèPaperback372 Pages2017 Enrico Fermi is unquestionably among the greats of the world’s physicists, the most famous Italian scientist since Galileo. Called “the Pope” by his peers, he was regarded as...
    $20.00
  • The Power of Her Pen HC

    Lesa Cline- Ransome & John Parra Hardcover 48 Pages  2020 Discover the inspiring story of Ethel L. Payne, a trailblazing journalist known as the “First Lady of the Black Press.” The Power of Her Pen brings to life Payne’s...
    $19.99
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    The Rape of Europa Paperback

    The Rape of Europa: The Fate of Europe's Treasures in the Third Reich and the Second World War Lynn H. Nicholas Paperback 512 Pages 1995 Winner of the National Book Critics Circle AwardThe real story behind the major motion picture The Monuments...
    $21.00
  • The Real Tenko PB

    The Real Tenko: Extraordianry True Stories of Women Prisoners of The Japanese By: Mark FeltonPaperback176 Pages2011 This book details the treatment of Allied service-women, female civilians and local women by the Japanese occupation forces. While a...
    $24.95
  • The Reckoning PB-Signed Copy

    The Reckoning: The Defeat of Army Group South, 1944 By Prit Buttar Paperback 496 pages This book tells the detailed and engrossing account of the fighting in Ukraine in 1944, making use of the extensive memoirs of German and Russian soldiers...
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  • The Rise and Fall of the Great Powers PB

    The Rise and Fall of the Great Powers By: Paul Kennedy Paperback 704 Pages About national and international power in the "modern" or Post Renaissance period. Explains how the various powers have risen and fallen over the five centuries since...
    $25.00
  • The Rise of Germany, 1939-1941 - Paperback

    The Rise of Germany, 1939-1941: The War in the West, Volume One James Holland Paperback 720 Pages 2016 The Second World War is one of the most significant conflicts in history, but for seven decades our understanding of the war has remained mostly...
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    The Rise of The G.I. Army 1940-1941 HC

    The Rise of the G.I. Army, 1940- 1941: The Forgotten Story of How America Forged a Powerful Army Before Pearl HarborBy: Paul Dickson416 pagesJuly 2020 The dramatic, untold story of how the American Army was mobilized from scattered outposts two years...
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  • The Road to Cisterna HC - Signed Copy

    A focused study of the operation(s) around Cisterna (Italian campaign), analyzing tactical movements, command decisions, and soldier experiences that shaped the route to the town and its strategic importance. Full of maps, orders of battle, and firsthand...
    $44.95
  • The Saboteur HB

    The Saboteur: The Aristocrat Who Became France's Most Daring Anti-Nazi Commando Paul Kix Hardcover 304 Pages 2017 In the tradition of Agent Zigzag comes this breathtaking biography, as fast-paced and emotionally intuitive as the very best spy...
    $27.99
  • The Savage Storm HC

     This work examines a ferocious WWII campaign—emphasizing combat, weather, logistics, and human experience in extreme conditions. Holland’s signature blend of soldier testimony, archival research, and narrative pressure provides a vivid...
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    The Second World War PB

    Master historian Antony Beevor delivers a sweeping and authoritative account of World War II in The Second World War. Drawing from newly available sources and decades of scholarship, Beevor presents a global narrative that spans the frontlines of Europe,...
    $28.99
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    The Second World Wars HB

    The Second World Wars: How the First Global Conflict Was Fought and Won Victor Davis Hanson Hardcover 720 Pages 2017 A definitive account of World War II by America's preeminent military historian World War II was the most lethal conflict in...
    $45.00
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    The Secret War PB

    The Secret War by acclaimed historian Max Hastings uncovers the hidden battles of espionage, sabotage, and intelligence during World War II. With vivid detail and expert analysis, Hastings profiles spies, codebreakers, and covert operations on both sides...
    $22.99
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    The Soldier's Truth HC

    The Soldier's Truth: Ernie Pyle and the Story of World War IIby David ChrisingerHardcover400 PagesMay 30, 2023 Named a best book of 2023 by BooklistA beautiful reckoning with the life and work of the legendary journalist Ernie Pyle, who gave World...
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    The Sound of Swing: Benny Goodman CD

    Sound of Swing: Tribute to the Benny Goodman Sound CD Song List: 1. Don't Be That Way 2. After You've Gone 3. Taking a Chance On Love (feat. Jaimee Paul) 4. Moonglow 5. Bei Mir Bist Du Schoen 6. Flying Home 7. How Long Has This Been Going...
    $14.99
  • The Split History of the Attack on Pearl Harbor PB

    The Split History of the Attack on Pearl HarborBy: Steven OtfinoskiPaperback64 pages2018Age Range: 10 - 14Grade Level: 5 - 6 Every battle has two sides, and the attack on Pearl Harbor during World War II is no different. Experience the event from...
    $8.95
  • The Spy and The State HC

    Uncover the full arc of American intelligence—from colonial espionage to contemporary threats—in this masterful 632-page volume by Jeffrey P. Rogg (June 2025). Offering bold insights into civil-intelligence relations and the national security...
    $39.99

Whether you're a seasoned historian or a curious reader, our Books Collection at the National WWII Museum promises a captivating and enlightening journey through the pages of history.

 

Embark on a literary journey through the lesser-discussed theaters and hotspots of WWII, gaining insight into the untold stories that shaped the course of history. From riveting accounts of military campaigns to in-depth analyses of social impacts, our collection ensures a well-rounded understanding of this pivotal era.

 

Uncover the heroes and heroines who played pivotal roles in shaping the world, with biographies that spotlight the contributions of women and African-Americans. Connect with the stories with our insight selection of historical fiction.

 

Explore the resilience of the homefront, where ordinary citizens became extraordinary in the face of adversity. Our collection of books provides a nuanced perspective on the battles fought not only on distant shores but within the hearts and homes of those who lived through this transformative period.