Richard Bell

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What the American Revolution Owes the Rest of the World Historian Richard Bell’s new book traces a global upheaval stretching from Philadelphia and London to Freetown and Madras.

Huzzah for @rickbell.bsky.social's fabulous book getting its shine in New Republic! newrepublic.com/article/2027...

Some lovely coverage from UMD on my new book:

Great book!

A photo of Claudette Colvin in a red sweater

WASHINGTON (AP) — Claudette Colvin, whose refusal to move seats on a segregated bus helped spark the civil rights movement, dies at 86.

Mitch McConnell is my muse!

Ahoy Frank and thanks!!

Indeed we do!

We love to see it!

stacking up the nonfiction TBR pile for 2026 - featuring some new releases by @stevesarson.bsky.social , @rickbell.bsky.social , and more!

@lauraashe.bsky.social happy birthday badger!

Books are the perfect Christmas gift. You give a piece of yourself to someone special. The person receiving the gift thinks that you think they are smart (regardless if this is actually true or not). They're easy to get and fairly inexpensive. Plus, they're easy to wrap. Give books.

The best books on the American Revolution as a World War Richard Bell shares the 5 best books on the American Revolution as a World War. Have you read Epic Journeys of Freedom?

My new book, The American Revolution and the Fate of the World, is a synthesis, which means it rests on the shoulders of dozens of experts in lots of different subfields. The good folks at Shepherd gave me the chance to highlight five of my favorites. Take a look!

That’s right! Come on out tomorrow!!

Thanks Kevin!

Out now, The American Revolution and the Fate of the World by @rickbell.bsky.social A wide angle view of a global event that never loses focus on the Revolution itself. Check it out!
www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/752265...

Thanks so much Kate. Super proud of it and hope folks will check it out and then spread the word!

Thank you! Let me know if you want a signed copy!

'America Among, Not America Alone' Podcast Episode · Think Back · 11/04/2025 · 57m

Richard Bell appeared on the "Think Back" podcast to discuss his new book "The American Revolution and the Fate of the World," which "completely rethinks the Revolution as a global story, not just an American one." @rickbell.bsky.social

Listen here! podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/a...

YouTube video by Greg Godels & Pat Cummings 125 – “The American Revolution and the Fate of the World” with Richard Bell

Dr. Richard Bell joins the podcast to discuss his book "The American Revolution and the Fate of the World,” where he dismantles the myths and explores the shocking global story behind America's founding.

youtu.be/VRZqx0Dhghw
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The American Revolution and the Fate of the World The American Revolution and the Fate of the World [Bell, Richard] on Amazon.com. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers. The American Revolution and the Fate of the World

It’s publication day for two of my friends who have terrific books out. First is @rickbell.bsky.social new book on the American Revolution, which looks at the conflict from a global scale:

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The American Revolution and the Fate of the World The American Revolution and the Fate of the World [Bell, Richard] on Amazon.com. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers. The American Revolution and the Fate of the World

Friends, I could not be more excited to let you know that my book, The American Revolution and the Fate of the World, is out today from Penguin. I’m super proud of it and super grateful to all the scholars whose work informs it. I hope you’ll take a peek and spread the word!

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Visiting Barnes & Noble is like visiting friends

A stack of new hardcovers of Richard Bell’s new book The American Revolution and the Fate of the World.

These beauties arrived last night as author stock. Pub date is Nov 4 and I can’t wait to share these stories and this sprawling history…

Just finished recording with the awesome @rickbell.bsky.social. All I could think while we were recording was just how cool it was to talk about history with a guy this good at what he does. Rick takes the American Revolution and fills it with awe. Pod will be out next month.

How the Underground Railroad got its name It wasn't underground, and it wasn't a railroad, so how did one of the most notable movements for freedom in American history end up with that name?

Here’s a fun NPR hit I did this week. www.boisestatepublicradio.org/show/idaho-m...

Thanks Emily!!

What a way to go out

If today’s New York Times editors had been working in London in 1888, they would’ve said Jack the Ripper was “testing societal norms“ and “straining the bounds of propriety.”

So do I.