The History Today Blog
Looking for some new takes on how history is relevant to the world today? Want to know what our history experts are working on in their own research? Or want to check out some advice for good reads, good watches, and good study practices? Read more below!
Fall History Reading List
Circa’s fall history book guide is the perfect place to find your autumn history reading list.
A Brief History of Art Theft
Why do art heists capture so much public attention? And how have reactions to art thefts changed?
Online Archives
Looking to use online archival collections for your history research? Check out our guide, written by Circa’s history experts.
The Curious Case of Franz Josef Land
Why is there an Arctic archipelago named after an emperor of Austria-Hungary? Circa’s history experts explain why!
Great Online Museums
Looking to explore history from your own home? Check out some great digitized historical and art collections from around the world.
How to Judge a Secondary Source
How do you know whether a secondary source is of a high enough quality to use in a research paper? Follow the checklist made by Circa’s Ivy League historians!
What Happened in the Eruption of Mount Vesuvius?
Why is the 79 CE eruption of Mount Vesuvius so famous? And what happened to Pompeii? Our history experts weigh in!
Good Reads for AP Euro
Looking to get started on your prep for AP Euro? Check out Circa’s reading guide here.
What is a Primary Source?
What is a primary source and how do historians use these sources to study the past? Find out in Circa’s introduction to primary sources.
What to Watch to Prep for AP US History
Looking for something fun to watch while you prep for your AP US history test? Check out Circa’s watch guide!
An Introduction to Online Historical Research
Looking to start an online history research project? Check out our steps for getting started.
Summer Reads, Part II
Looking for even more good history reads for the summer? Check out part 2 of Circa’s reading list!
What to Watch to Prep for AP World
Looking for some good films to jumpstart your AP World history prep? Check out Circa's guide to films that will get you prepared for the year ahead.
What was the Berlin Wall?
What was the Berlin Wall? And why does it remain a symbol of division and competition?
Summer Reads
Looking for some good history books to read this summer? Check out Circa’s curated list of the latest must-reads!
What were the Witch Trials?
What encouraged the early modern witch hunts? And how do historians think about them today?
What is the Role of Climate in History?
How has the climate affected the course of human history?
Good Reads for AP World History
Discover a great reading list to get you started on your AP World prep.
Where do the Olympic Games Come From?
Where do the Olympic Games come from? Read about their fascinating history here.
What to Watch to Prep for AP Euro
What should you watch to help get ready for AP Euro? Check out Circa’s guide here!
