Category: History

NYU Press celebrates Black History Month!

February marks the month-long celebration of the history, influences, and contributions of African American people and culture. To honor Black History Month this year, we’re offering 20% off some of our… READ MORE

Capital of the World sweeps pre-pub reviews!

We are thrilled to highlight that Capital of the World received wonderful reviews in the following pre-pubs: Booklist, Kirkus and now, Library Journal! Check them out below. Also, we invite… READ MORE

Waiting for democracy

—Andrew Guthrie Ferguson Last November, thousands of citizens waited for hours outside polling places to cast their ballots in the presidential election. When asked why they were willing to wait,… READ MORE

NYU Press award-winning book designs!

We are so excited to announce that the NYU Press has won three design awards in the 2013 New York Book Show! Sponsored by the Bookbinders’ Guild of New York, the New… READ MORE

WWI centennial update

—Lisa Budreau It appears that the nation’s plans to commemorate the Centennial of the First World War in 2014 are progressing. The WWI Centennial Commission Act (House Resolution 6364) passed… READ MORE

Announcing our Spring 2013 Catalog…

NYU Press Spring 2013 Catalog is now online, featuring an exciting range of new books in history, media studies, law, and more! Highlights include: TWO PRESIDENTS ARE BETTER THAN ONE: Making… READ MORE