Candice Millard

This complex, compelling tale is told with simplicity and grace - The Times A story of courage and adventure, set against the backdrop of the race to exploit Africa by the colonial powers. For millennia, the location of the Nile River's headwaters was shrouded in mystery. In the mid-19th century, Richard Burton and John Hanning Speke were sent by the...

Hero of the Empire by Candice Millard is a compelling historical narrative that delves into the extraordinary early life of one of Britain's most iconic figures, Winston Churchill. This riveting account takes readers on an unforgettable journey through the Boer War, highlighting Churchill's relentless courage, unparalleled ambition, and his unyielding pursuit of glory. At the tender age of twenty-four, Winston...

A story of courage and adventure, set against the backdrop of the race to exploit Africa by the colonial powers. For millennia, the location of the Nile River's headwaters was shrouded in mystery. In the mid-19th century, Richard Burton and John Hanning Speke were sent by the Royal Geographical Society to claim the prize for Britain. Burton spoke twenty-nine languages...

The inspiration for the Netflix series Death by Lightning – now streaming! • NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • The extraordinary account of James Garfield's rise from poverty to the American presidency, and the dramatic history of his assassination and legacy, from the bestselling author of The River of Doubt. "Crisp, concise and revealing history.... A fresh narrative that plumbs some...

In 1912, shortly after losing his bid for a third term as American President to Woodrow Wilson, Theodore Roosevelt, determined to fill the void left by his defeat, embarked on an extraordinary expedition into the heart of the Amazon rainforest. Accompanied by his son Kermit, Brazilian guide Cândido Rondon, and a band of camaradas, Roosevelt ventured deep into uncharted territory,...