Russell Shorto Books

Descartes' Bones

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Sixteen years after René Descartes' death in Stockholm in 1650, a pious French ambassador exhumed the remains of the controversial philosopher to transport them back to Paris. Thus began a 350-ye...

Tecumseh and the dream of an American Indian nation

By Russell Shorto

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A biography of the Shawnee warrior, orator, and leader who united a confederacy of Indians in an effort to save Indian land from the advance of white soldiers and settlers.

Geronimo and the struggle for Apache freedom

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Recounts the life story of the Apache chief who led one of the last great Indian uprisings.

Tecumseh and the Dream of an American Indian Nation

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Geronimo and the Struggle for Apache Freedom

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The History of the Civil War

By Cathy East Dubowski, Russell Shorto, Thomas A. Durwood

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Abraham Lincoln

By Russell Shorto

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A biography of the President who led the country through the stormy years of the Civil War.

Abraham Lincoln: To Preserve the Union

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The island at the center of the world

By Russell Shorto

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In a landmark work of history, Russell Shorto presents astonishing information on the founding of our nation and reveals in riveting detail the crucial role of the Dutch in making America what it i...

Descartes Bones

By Russell Shorto

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The best-selling author of The Island at the Center of the World chronicles the more than three-hundred-year debate between religion and science as revealed through the long and momentous odyssey o...

How to Convert ISBN-10 to ISBN-13 (and Vice Versa): A Complete Guide

If you’re in the world of books—whether as a publisher, librarian, bookseller, or avid collector—you’ve likely come across the terms ISBN-10 and ISBN-13. Understanding these formats and knowing how to convert between them is essential for maintaining consistency and compatibility in book records. In this post, we’ll cover everything you need to know about ISBN conversions, step by step.

What is an EAN and How Does it Relate to an ISBN?

If you’ve ever purchased a product online or in a store, you’ve likely come across a barcode. Behind these barcodes lies a standardized system that makes modern commerce possible. Two key codes often encountered are the EAN (European Article Number) and ISBN (International Standard Book Number). But what are they, how are they connected, and why are they so crucial? Let’s explore.