A Holiday Gift Guide for History Buffs
A Holiday Gift Guide for History Buffs
Although holiday traditions may look a little different in 2020, many of us still want to make our loved ones feel special this time of year. If you’re on the hunt for the perfect gift for the history buff in your life, look no further—here’s a list of must-haves that any espionage fan is bound to love.
For book Lovers
Night of the Assassins: The Untold Story of Hitler's Plot to Kill FDR, Churchill, and Stalin by Howard Blum—a suspenseful true-life tale about an impossible mission, a ticking clock, and one man who stepped up to the challenge and prevented a world catastrophe.
In the Enemy’s House: The Secret Saga of the FBI Agent and the Code Breaker Who Caught the Russian Spies by Howard Blum—how two men uncovered a ring of Russian spies during the Cold War as they worked on operation Venona, a top-secret mission to uncover Soviet agents and protect the Holy Grail of Cold War espionage—the atomic bomb.
The Last Goodnight: A World War II Story of Espionage, Adventure and Betrayal by Howard Blum—what better way to keep an espionage lover on his or her toes than a riveting biography of a dazzling American debutante who became an Allied spy during WWII?
Dark Invasion: Germany's Secret War and the Hunt for the First Terrorist Cell in America by Howard Blum—a gritty, high-energy true-life tale of German espionage and terror on American soil during World War I, and the NYPD Inspector who helped uncover the plot—the basis for the film to be produced by and starring Bradley Cooper.
For Fans of Espionage
James Bond Ultimate Collector’s Set—a collection of all 21 James Bond films, from Dr. No to Casino Royale and another 21 discs full of bonus features; a set that any 007 fan would die for.
Search History Card Game—what espionage adherent wouldn’t love a peek into their friends’ search histories? This game takes real internet searches and turns them into a unique gameplay that is sure to be a hit at any zoom party.
Hunt a Killer—It’s like an escape room delivered to your door every month. Each month, you receive a box of clues that help you uncover the secret killer. A perfect gift for espionage fans (and their family).
Famous Assassinations in World History: An Encyclopedia—a book including the most up-to-date coverage of assassinations of key figures throughout history and around the world.
CIA Design Two-Tone Coffee Mug—this unique coffee mug is perfect for anyone who wants to feel like a secret official as they sip their coffee or tea.
The Spy Who Couldn’t Spell: A Dyslexic Traitor, an Unbreakable Code, and the FBI’s Hunt for America’s Stolen Secrets by Yudhijit Bhattacharjee — a thrilling novel based on real-life events about an FBI’s hunt for Brian Regan known as the Spy Who Couldn’t Spell.
For History Buffs
Weekly History Letters by Mail—the perfect gift for anyone who enjoys reliving the past. Letterjoy mails historic, hand-written letters from figures like Abraham Lincoln, Albert Einstein and Florence Nightingale every week, directly to your favorite history buff’s home.
United States Declaration of Independence Print—a must-have in any history buff’s home.
Presidential Novelty Socks—socks remain to be the best holiday present (as far as I can tell). What history buff wouldn’t want George Washington on their ankles?