History - British
Explore the rich tapestry of British history through a curated selection of timeless texts. This collection offers insights into key events, influential figures, and cultural shifts that have shaped the United Kingdom. Ideal for history enthusiasts, these works provide a deep understanding of Britain's past, from ancient times to the modern era. Enjoy a journey through centuries of intriguing narratives and pivotal moments.
The English Peasantry and the Enclosure of Common Fields
Witness the transformation of rural England as communal lands vanish, displacing peasants and reshaping the very heart of village life.
By Gilbert Slater
The Great North Road, the Old Mail Road to Scotland: London to York
Discover how a single road transformed the way people traveled between two major cities, evolving from a hazardous trail to a bustling highway with the advent of new transportation.
By Charles G. (Charles George) Harper
The Age of Tennyson
Witness the evolution of English literature as iconic writers navigate societal changes and redefine literary expression during a transformative era.
By Hugh Walker
The History of the 7th Battalion Queen's Own Cameron Highlanders
Witness the bravery and brotherhood of a Scottish battalion as they rise from training to face the horrors of World War I battlefields.
By James Walter Sandilands
Oliver Cromwell: A Play
Witness the tumultuous rise of a leader as he grapples with power, justice, and the fate of a nation torn apart by civil war.
By John Drinkwater
A Tale of Two Cities
In a world torn apart by injustice, a long-imprisoned doctor is freed, setting off a chain of intertwined destinies against the backdrop of a brewing revolution.
By Charles Dickens
Our Legal Heritage: King AEthelbert - King George III, 600 A.D. - 1776
Discover how power, justice, and societal norms shaped the laws of England across centuries of kings and dramatic historical changes.
By S. A. Reilly
Dickens-Land
Discover the real places that inspired a literary giant, where quaint towns and scenic landscapes shaped the unforgettable worlds and characters of his classic novels.
By J. A. (John Arnold) Nicklin
The Men of the Nineties
Witness the dawn of a new artistic era in London as young rebels defy tradition and ignite a cultural transformation.
By Bernard Muddiman
History of the English People, Index
Discover the epic story of England through a comprehensive guide, where battles, leaders, and cultural shifts shape the nation's identity.
By John Richard Green
An Englishman Looks at the World Being a Series of Unrestrained Remarks upon Contemporary Matters
Witness an Englishman’s unrestrained observations of a world racing toward modernity, grappling with technology, society, and the very essence of progress.
By H. G. Wells
The Africanders : $b A century of Dutch-English feud in South Africa
In South Africa, Dutch settlers and the British clash over land and power, setting the stage for a century of conflict and the forging of a new national identity.
By Le Roy Hooker
The History of the Fabian Society
** Witness the fascinating story of a group of thinkers determined to reshape a nation's political landscape through the power of social reform.
By Edward R. (Edward Reynolds) Pease
The Unexpurgated Case Against Woman Suffrage
Discover a controversial viewpoint from a bygone era, dissecting the arguments against granting women the right to vote and revealing the author's belief that suffrage is rooted in resentment rather than reason.
By Almroth Wright
An Old English Home and Its Dependencies
In a decaying cottage, an aging woman's fight to preserve her home becomes a symbol of a disappearing way of life in the English countryside.
By S. (Sabine) Baring-Gould
Lord Ormont and His Aminta — Complete
In a world of strict rules, a young romance ignites, challenging gender roles and societal expectations in a late 19th-century setting.
By George Meredith
Puck of Pook's Hill
Two children stumble into a world of magic and history when a mischievous fairy draws them into time-traveling adventures through England's past.
By Rudyard Kipling
Dorothy's Double. Volume 2 (of 3)
In a world of societal expectations and legal pitfalls, a young woman must fight to clear her name and uncover the truth behind a shocking case of impersonation and theft.
By G. A. (George Alfred) Henty
Old Mortality, Volume 1.
A man's life becomes extraordinary when he decides to preserve history by fixing the tombstones of a persecuted religious group.
By Walter Scott
Diary of Samuel Pepys — Volume 32: December 1664
Amid rising tensions with the Dutch, a man records his daily life, mixing weighty matters of state with the intimacies of home, giving readers a peek into a vibrant era.
By Samuel Pepys