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How Larger-Than-Life Theater Actress May Yohe Overcame Fainting Spells to Find Success on the Stage

She launched a whirlwind musical theater career on the strength of her “true as steel” singing voice

Richard Kurin | May 15, 2025

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Follow an Ornithologist's Alaskan Adventures in Pursuit of Hudsonian Godwits

A new book immerses readers in a search for shorebirds

Bruce M. Beehler | May 8, 2025

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Looking for a Mother's Day Gift? Impress Her With These Smithsonian Books

Book recommendations that will make great gifts for your mom this year

Smithsonian Books | May 2, 2025

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Name the Springtime Colors Around You With the Guidebook Charles Darwin Used

Admire the intersection of science and art in Werner's Nomenclature

Abraham Gottlob Werner and Patrick Syme | April 17, 2025
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Witness the Drama and Spectacle of Stellar Death With the Chandra X-Ray Observatory

These Chandra images reveal how stars end their life in majesty

Smithsonian Astrophysical Observatory | April 3, 2025
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Indigenous Artist DY Begay Conjures the Magic of Nature With Her Tapestries

Experience the artist’s stunning work in the first book dedicated to her career

National Museum of the American Indian | March 27, 2025
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Visiting Washington, D.C. for Spring Break? Pack These Books to Enrich Your Trip!

Smithsonian Books can help you plan your best D.C. getaway

Smithsonian Books | March 20, 2025
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The Man Who Helped Predict Black Holes, Both Real and Hypothetical

A new book demystifies black holes and explores what we still don't know about them

James Trefil and Shobita Satyapal | March 13, 2025
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How the Myth of Feminist Bra Burning Spread

Celebrate Women's History Month by learning about second-wave pageant protests

Bonnie J. Morris | March 6, 2025
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The Smithsonian Passport Makes Visiting Washington, D.C. Even More of an Adventure

Track your travels through the nation’s capital with fun stickers in a new adventure passport

Smithsonian Books | February 21, 2025
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Now You Can Fold Planes From the National Air and Space Museum and Watch Them Fly

Check out a new book of paper airplanes inspired by the Smithsonian's collections

Michael D. Hulslander | February 13, 2025
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Five Smithsonian Objects to Honor Black History Month

Learn Black history with these objects from the National Museum of African American History and Culture

Smithsonian Institution | February 7, 2025
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How the Largest Volcanic Eruption in Human History Changed the World

Read about the volcano that some believe almost wiped humans off the planet

Donald R. Prothero | January 24, 2025
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Five Fun Trivia Facts for Inauguration Day

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Amy Pastan | January 16, 2025
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Six Wintry Wildlife Images to Celebrate the Season

Enjoy animals in the snow with these award-winning photographs

Rosamund Kidman Cox | January 9, 2025
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Ten Smithsonian Books for Every Reader on Your Holiday List

Make your shopping this year a breeze with these book recommendations!

Smithsonian Books | December 12, 2024
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A Brief History of Dinosaur Discoveries

Learn about the rise, then fall, then rise again of dinosaur enthusiasm

Darren Naish and Paul M. Barrett | December 5, 2024
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Sweeten Your Thanksgiving Routine With Recipes From the Sweet Home Cafe Cookbook

Stand out at holiday parties with dishes that'll have everyone asking for seconds!

Albert G. Lukas and Jessica B. Harris | November 25, 2024
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'Life on Mars?' Is More Than a David Bowie Song—It's a Question Humans Keep Asking

A former chief historian of NASA reflects on the history and future of Mars exploration

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