SLPL_History
Library Staff
St. Louis Public Library - City
The History and Languages Room is found on...Read More
Completed Shelf: Recently Added
Lists Shared
36 ListsSLPL_History
Recent Activity
General Recommendations
The Antebellum Era through Reconstruction.
"The United States from 1826 to 1875 was defined by rapid westward expansion under the banner of Manifest Destiny and a deepening, violent political divide over the institution of slavery. These escalating tensions ultimately erupted into the Ameri..."
General Recommendations
New Books to History and Languages - April 2026
"Spring has sprung, and with it a wave of new books have arrived. These titles are perfect for sitting outside and enjoying the wonderful spring weather before the hot days of summer arrive."
General Recommendations
History Buffet Book Club - Salt: A World History
"The History Buffet Book Club will meet at Salt + Smoke in University City on June 17th. Our featured selection is "Salt: A World History" by Mark Kurlansky, an epic narrative that explores how a simple substance shaped civilization, fund..."
General Recommendations
The Founding of the Country and the Federalist Era
"This is part one of a five part book series counting us up to the celebration of America 250. This first part covers the years 1776-1825."
General Recommendations
History Buffet: Wine & War
"The History Buffet Book Club will be meeting at Rooster (1025 Washington Ave) on April 15th to discuss Wine & War. Please enjoy this list of titles about France during World War 2, French Wine, and Nazi Looting."
