History

Hardcover, 307 pages, published in 2019. AFTER THE FALL presents a vivid portrait of contemporary Spain at a critical moment in its history. The book tells the story of Spain's long boom and sudden...

A collection of poems from 1916 to 1918 reflects the experiences of a British soldier and writer during World War I. The work includes meditations on love, nature, and spirituality, infused with a...

Edith Holden's Country Diary is a beautifully illustrated journal that celebrates the beauty of nature. Hand lettered and richly illustrated, this 1906 diary records Holden's observations of the...

A gripping first-hand account of the intense battle for Fallujah during the Iraq War. Lima Company's 1st Platoon, 3rd Battalion, 1st Marine Regiment, found themselves in the midst of some of the most...

The Story of French by Jean-Benoît Nadeau and Julie Barlow is a captivating narrative that spans centuries, exploring the history of one of the world's most beautiful languages. From its origins to...

The War in Northern Oman: A Crucial but Forgotten Conflict In 1954, a conflict broke out in northern Oman that has largely been overlooked by historians. This 'small' war was crucial to the nation's...

Globalisation, Democracy and Terrorism by Eric J. Hobsbawm In this collection of thought-provoking essays, Eric Hobsbawm examines the complex issues that have dominated recent debates: globalisation,...

Rethinking the Mau Mau in Colonial Kenya offers an alternative perspective on a widely studied period of Kenyan history. This new approach challenges existing explanations of the Mau Mau revolt,...

The concentration of power in Mexico's history has been a defining element of its culture and politics. This is evident in the lives of the caudillos, who rose to leadership through a combination of...

Hardcover: 392 pages (2023) Ashli White explores how objects associated with the American, French, and Haitian revolutions influenced people across the Atlantic world. By examining ceramics,...

George Washington's False Teeth: An Unconventional Guide to the Eighteenth Century by Robert Darnton. In this thought-provoking exploration, historian Robert Darnton challenges our understanding of...

The AD 312 Battle of the Milvian Bridge marked a pivotal moment in Roman history. Constantine's victory over his brother-in-law Maxentius led to a significant shift in Rome's spiritual direction, as...

The 1916 Easter Rising was an attempt by a small group of militant Irish republicans to win independence from Britain. This graphic novel tells the story of this pivotal event in Ireland's history,...

A History of the Food of Paris brings together a wide range of sources to reveal the surprising and colorful history of the city's food. From its origins with Neanderthals to the bistros and food...

The Forty Sieges of Constantinople: The Great City's Enemies and Its Survival By John D. Grainger For over two and a half millennia, the city of Byzantion/Constantinople/Istanbul has been a coveted...

The Snow Leopard Project And Other Adventures in Warzone Conservation by Alex Dehgan In postwar Afghanistan, conservation and preservation become a common ground between international teams and local...

A collection of spine-tingling tales from Poole's rich history, Haunted Poole brings together heart-stopping accounts of apparitions and supernatural phenomena. Drawing on historical and contemporary...

Faith, Myth, and Reason in Han China explores the cultural history of ancient China during the Han period. Using both archaeological discoveries and written records, Michael Loewe examines how...

Britain 1929-1998 by Christopher Rowe provides comprehensive coverage of British history from the late 1920s to the late 1990s.Written for students taking AS and A-level courses, this title offers...

South Africa: The Rise and Fall of Apartheid by Nancy L. Clark and William H. Worger provides a comprehensive historical grounding for understanding the current situation in South Africa. This fully...

By 2016, xenophobia had become an unstoppable force worldwide. Psychiatrist and historian George Makari embarked on a quest to uncover its origins, only to discover a series of previously untold...

Entangled Empires: The Anglo-Iberian Atlantic, 1500-1830 by Jorge Cañizares-Esguerra challenges conventional wisdom about the establishment of colonies in the New World and Africa. This book explores...

Alexander's death in 323 BC marked the beginning of a new era. His vast empire fragmented into several powerful successor states that dominated Asia Minor, Greece, the Levant and Egypt for over three...

West Virginia: The Illegal State by Jeremy T.K. Farley explores the creation of West Virginia as an unconstitutional act and its lasting impact on the state's history. The author, a native of Mingo...

Abolitionism: A Very Short Introduction explores the diverse and dynamic social movement to end slavery in the United States and internationally from the eighteenth to nineteenth centuries. This...

Witchcraft, Magic & Alchemy by Grillot de Givry offers a comprehensive historical exploration of sorcery and ceremonial magic. This tour of the occult delves into various classical arts, including...

The Coffin Ship: Life and Death at Sea During the Great Irish FamineA new perspective on Irish migration during one of Ireland's most devastating periods, this book draws on personal accounts to...

Diplomacy in the Early Islamic World: A Tenth-Century Treatise on Arab-Byzantine Relations by Maria Vaiou. In the medieval Islamic world, messengers played a vital role in diplomatic relations with...

The Somme 1916: Martinpuich and the Butte de Warlencourt The Battle of the Somme, one of the bloodiest conflicts of World War I, is often associated with the first day's infantry assault on July 1st...

The Story of the Japanese Submarine Fleet, 1941-1945 by Mochitsura Hashimoto is a gripping account of one of the most pivotal moments in World War II. In this harrowing tale, Captain Hashimoto...

Stephen E. Flowers' groundbreaking study of rune-magic presents a comprehensive history and theory of magic in connection with ancient Germanic runes.This revised edition, now available to a wider...

Sir John French: A Driving Force in British Army Tactics John Denton French is widely regarded as the key figure behind the development of modern military tactics in the British Army. His innovative...

Vienna was a city of intrigue, where spies from America, Britain, Germany and Russia gathered to plot against one another. This book tells the secret stories of those spymasters, their methods and...

Clydebank Battlecruisers: Forgotten Photographs from John Brown's Shipyard Between 1906 and 1920, the Clydebank shipyard built five battlecruisers, each one bigger than the last. These charismatic...

American Gun: A History of the U.S. in Ten Firearms Join Chris Kyle on a fascinating journey through American history as he explores how ten iconic firearms shaped the country's past. Drawing on his...

This Land Is Their Land: The Wampanoag Indians, Plymouth Colony, and the Troubled History of ThanksgivingA new perspective on the founding events of the Plymouth colony, told for the first time with...

The Royal Navy in Battle: An Analysis of Sea-Power and Actions During the First World War, 1914-18 by Arthur H. Pollen offers a comprehensive examination of naval strategy, tactics, and operations...

The South African Air Force in Combat, 1966-1989 is a detailed account of the SAAF's role during the 'Border War'. Set against the backdrop of the Cold War, this period saw the SAAF as South Africa's...

The Taranto Raid: A pivotal moment in World War II history. On November 11, 1940, British aircraft launched a daring air raid on the Italian naval base at Taranto, Italy. This bold strike had...

The Fall of the Black Douglases: A New Interpretation of Scotland's Greatest Noble Family This book offers a fresh perspective on the downfall of one of Scotland's most powerful noble families, the...

The Fabric of Historical Time by Zoltán Boldizsár Simon and Marek Tamm explores a complex concept that has become increasingly relevant in today's fast-changing world. The authors propose a theory of...

Fighting the Greater Jihad: Amadu Bamba and the Founding of the Muridiyya of Senegal, 1853-1913 offers a fresh perspective on the history of Muslim institutions in Africa. Drawing from archival,...

Adventures in My Youth: A German Soldier on the Eastern Front, 1941-45This personal memoir is a unique and outstanding account of four years of bitter combat on the Eastern Front. Armin...

Lady Colin Campbell's People of Colour and the Royals offers a unique perspective on the complex history of colour in royal circles. Born into a prominent Jamaican family, Lady Campbell brings a deep...

The Tale Untwisted: A New Perspective on the 1862 Maryland Campaign Gene Thorp and Alexander Rossino present a meticulously researched study that challenges long-held assumptions about a pivotal...

The Slovak State's Armed Forces 1939-1945 provides in-depth analysis of the military history of Slovakia during World War II. Formed after the country split from Czechoslovakia in March 1939, the...

With the Nigerians in German East Africa is a significant contribution to the knowledge base of history and literature. First published, this book has been preserved in its original form, with any...

The History of the Church From Christ to Constantine is a foundational work of early Christian history, written by Eusebius in the 4th century. This comprehensive narrative covers the development of...

In the Land of a Thousand Gods: A History of Asia Minor in the Ancient WorldThis comprehensive history spans from prehistory to the Roman imperial period, exploring the region's complex orientation...

The Mediterranean has long been a maritime crossroads, where Europe, Asia, and Africa meet. Yet remarkably little has been written about the naval war that took place there during World War II. This...

October 1964 is a vivid portrayal of one of baseball's most pivotal seasons. David Halberstam's account explores the intersection of sports and society, shedding light on the end of an era for the...

Silk, Slaves, and Stupas: Material Culture of the Silk Road by Susan Whitfield explores the stories behind ten distinct objects that reveal the cultural diversity and interaction along the ancient...

The Bells of Old Tokyo is an elegant and absorbing tour of Tokyo's unique culture. From 1632 until 1854, Japan's rulers restricted contact with foreign countries, fostering a remarkable and enduring...

Samuel P. Huntington's groundbreaking work, The Clash of Civilizations and the Remaking of World Order, offers a profound analysis of the shifting global landscape following the end of the Cold War...

The origin of world civilization can be traced back to the ancient river valleys of the Indus and Sarasvati, around 8000 BC. Here, enlightened philosopher kings, known as Brahmins, made significant...

The American West History of the Wild West and Westward Expansion 1803--1890 Discover the reality of life on the frontier during the Gilded Age, when the United States' expansion into the west seemed...

The Marshall Plan: Dawn of the Cold War By Benn Steil, Oxford University Press, 2018, 606 pages, hardcover. In the aftermath of World War II, the United States launched a massive effort to rebuild...

Auschwitz and the Allies by Martin Gilbert In 1942, Hitler's infamous declaration that the result of the war in Europe would be 'the complete annihilation of the Jews' was made to a large crowd in...

Power and Propaganda Scotland, 1306-1488 by Katie Stevenson explores the complex web of power and alliances that shaped medieval Scotland. This thematic reflection on the kingdom's political history...

Air Vice-Marshal 'Johnnie' Johnson's 1942 Diary is a unique insight into the life and experiences of one of the RAF's top-scoring fighter pilots during World War II. In this diary, published for the...

Old Bangor: A Glimpse into Northern Ireland's Favourite Holiday Destination Bangor, Co. Down, was always a popular holiday destination in Northern Ireland, and this book brings to life its heyday as...

The parish played a vital role in people's lives in England and Wales between 1700 and the mid-twentieth century. In fact, parochial belonging was once a cornerstone of community life. Professor K. D...

Seán O'Casey: Political Activist and Writer by Paul O'Brien is a fresh perspective on one of Ireland's most influential dramatists. This book situates O'Casey within the literary and political...

Letters from Iwo Jima: A Japanese Perspective on the Battle that Inspired Clint Eastwood's Film. The true story of the Battle of Iwo Jima is told through the letters written by the soldiers who...

Born in 1936 by Kerry Butters is a nostalgic reference book from that year, featuring news, famous births and deaths. A great gift for birthdays, you can also explore other years in the series or...

India After Gandhi: The History of the World's Largest Democracy by Ramachandra Guha. The story of India's creation and modern history is one of remarkable unity, despite being born from a background...

The Baroness Burdett-Coutts: A Remarkable Life of Philanthropy. Angela Georgina Burdett-Coutts was one of the most remarkable women of her age, leaving an enduring legacy through her generous...

The Real Story Behind the Assassination of President Lincoln. In 1865, the assassination of President Abraham Lincoln shocked the nation. But what really happened behind the scenes? Steven Hager's...

Nuns Behaving Badly: Tales of Music, Magic, Art, and Arson in the Convents of Italy by Craig A. Monson. In sixteenth- and seventeenth-century Italy, some nuns defied the conventions of monastic life,...

Main Street Memories: Living and Shopping in 1940s AddinghamThis nostalgic book takes you back to wartime Britain, where everyday life was marked by rationing, gas lighting, and limited modern...

The M18 Hell-Cat 76 mm Gun Motor Carriage in World War II is a detailed exploration of an iconic tank hunter. Developed during a time when the United States employed specialized tank destroyers to...

Rise of American Democracy: Jefferson to LincolnA monumental study of America's formative years, tracing the historical arc from the earliest days of the republic to the opening shots of the Civil...

The New Zealand Expeditionary Force in World War II By Wayne Stack and Barry O'Sullivan Published 2013 In 1939, New Zealand's military was less prepared for war than it had been in the past. Despite...

The Roman Conquest of Britannia: A History and Legacy from Julius Caesar to Hadrian In 54 BCE, Julius Caesar led an amphibious invasion of Britain, marking the beginning of Roman rule in England...

The Mafia Commission: A Well-Researched History of La Cosa Nostra's Board of Directors. This book delves into the nearly 100-year history of the Mafia's governing body, from its formation in 1931 to...

The Revolution and the Civil War in Spain Pierre Broué and Émile Témine's 2008 history provides a detailed account of the internal political dynamics that shaped the Spanish Civil War. This analysis...

A memoir that sparked controversy and debate upon its publication in 1847, "Awful Disclosures Of the HOTEL DIEU NUNNERY of MONTREAL" is a personal account by Maria Monk. The book's central claims...

The 1973 Yom Kippur War marked a significant shift in modern armored warfare tactics. The Israeli Defense Forces faced an enemy that had invested heavily in Soviet-supplied anti-tank missiles, such...

The Bogomils: A Study in Balkan Neo-Manichaeism By Dimitri Obolensky Cambridge University Press, 2004 This study explores the development of the Bogomil heresy, tracing its roots to Middle Eastern...

A Thirst for Empire explores how the global tea industry shaped our modern consumer society. Over centuries, profits from tea's growth and sales funded wars and colonization, transforming land use,...

The Rise and Fall of the Beauforts Lineage, Ambition and Obligation 1373-1510 by John Brunton This book tells the story of four brothers who rose to prominence in medieval England despite their...

An Environmental History of Medieval Europe by Richard Hoffmann is a groundbreaking survey that explores medieval relations with the natural world. This interdisciplinary study examines how natural...

The Cambridge Companion to the Council of Nicaea by Richard Kim is a comprehensive exploration of one of the most pivotal moments in Christian history. As Christians around the world recite the...

The Nationalist Voices in Jordan: The Street and the State explores how ordinary Jordanians and Palestinians shaped their national identity during the colonial era. This study examines the activities...

The Battle for the Swiepwald: Austria's Fatal Blunder at Koniggratz, 3 July 1866 On 3 July 1866, the fate of Austria as a European Great Power was sealed in the battle of Königgrätz. This pivotal...

Discover the story behind Harrogate's elegant façade and uncover the town's rich history.This in-depth guide explores the complexities of Harrogate, from its aristocratic heritage to its role as a...

Nero Matricide, Music, and Murder in Imperial Rome by Anthony Everitt and Roddy Ashworth is a nuanced biography that challenges the traditional narrative surrounding one of history's most infamous...

The largest polar rescue mission in history: a true story of survival and tragedy. In May 1928, the world-famous airship Italia crashed near the North Pole, triggering an unprecedented search effort...

The Jacobite '45: A Military Response in Crisis In the late summer of 1745, Charles Edward Stuart's last Jacobite Rising began, leaving the British Army ill-prepared to respond. With its most...

River Effra, South London's secret spine tells the story of a river that vanished underground 150 years ago. Once a haunt of eels and herons, it was transformed by unregulated development into a...

The Hojo Samurai Warlords 1487-1590 is a comprehensive and authoritative account of Japan's military revolution during the 16th century. This book tells the story of five generations of the Hojo...

The Relief of Vienna in 1683: A Polish Perspective. In 1683, the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth played a crucial role in the coalition's war effort against the Ottoman Empire, following their...

The HMS Beehive edition of We Fought Them in Gunboats tells the story of the Royal Navy's experiences during World War I. Robert Hichens' account is based on his own experiences as a gunner on a...

The Thirties: An Intimate History of Britain by Juliet Gardiner explores the complex experience of 1930s Britain. Drawing from a wide range of sources, including letters, diaries, newspapers and...

Sutton Park, one of Europe's largest urban parks, has been set apart since its creation as a deer park in the 12th century. This unique history is revealed through a detailed study of earthworks,...

Henry VIII's Imprisoned Women: The Women of the Tower By Neha Roy Hardcover, 210 pages, published 2023. This book explores the lives of six women who were persecuted, condemned and ultimately...

Dispersal presents a unique visual record of Stratford, East London, before and after its transformation prior to the 2012 Olympic Games. Photographers Marion Davies and Debra Rapp documented 60...

George G Meade at Gettysburg: A Study in Command by Kent Masterson Brown. This book reappraises the leadership of Union general George G Meade during the Battle of Gettysburg, one of the most pivotal...

Colombia: What Everyone Needs to Know is a comprehensive exploration of the country's complex history and its ongoing impact on contemporary society. With over 200 years of independence, Colombia has...

The Jeep History of a World War II Legend is a detailed and highly illustrated look at the iconic vehicle that played a significant role in Allied forces during World War II. The book explores the...