History - General
Explore a rich collection of historical texts and narratives that span different eras and regions. This category offers insightful accounts and analyses that bring the past to life, enhancing your understanding of pivotal events and figures. Whether you're a history enthusiast or a curious reader, these works provide a valuable glimpse into the forces that shaped the world. Expand your knowledge with accessible and engaging reads that highlight the complexity and depth of history.
The Scarlet Pimpernel
Amidst the terror of revolutionary France, a daring hero disguises himself to rescue the innocent from a bloody fate.
By Emmuska Orczy Orczy
Bacon's Rebellion, 1676
In colonial Virginia, a fiery rebellion ignites as ordinary colonists, burdened by corruption and oppressive rule, rise against a powerful governor, forever changing the course of history.
By Thomas Jefferson Wertenbaker
Lawrence and the Arabs
A legendary figure journeys through the desert, bridging cultures to lead a revolt and forever alter the course of history.
By Robert Graves
The Philippines a Century Hence
Faced with colonial rule, a nation's destiny hangs in the balance as its future is debated, with the potential for either liberation or continued oppression.
By José Rizal
The Lost Ten Tribes, and 1882
Uncover a controversial theory linking modern nations to ancient Israelites and explore a fresh interpretation of Biblical prophecy.
By Joseph Wild
The French Revolution - Volume 2
Witness the tumultuous rise of a revolutionary party as they manipulate public sentiment and reshape society amidst the chaos of the French Revolution.
By Hippolyte Taine
The Rise of the Dutch Republic — Volume 01: Introduction I
A nation rises from tyranny through battles and political secrets, led by a hero determined to ignite the world with freedom.
By John Lothrop Motley
Southern Arabia
Venture into the heart of Southern Arabia with adventurous explorers as they uncover ancient secrets, navigate cultural encounters, and journey through landscapes teeming with history and mystery.
By J. Theodore (James Theodore) Bent
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
Notice of Runic Inscriptions Discovered during Recent Excavations in the Orkneys
An ancient tomb reveals Viking secrets etched in stone, hinting at forgotten sagas and the lives of Norse explorers.
By James Farrer
Aztec Land
** Embark on a journey through a misunderstood land as a 19th-century explorer uncovers the rich history and vibrant culture of Mexico.
By Maturin M. (Maturin Murray) Ballou
The Story of the Thirteen Colonies
Explore the rich tapestry of early America, from the lives of its first inhabitants to the arrival of European explorers, setting the stage for a revolution.
By H. A. (Hélène Adeline) Guerber
Josephine Makers of History
From a warm upbringing on a tropical island to becoming Empress of France, destiny and determination guide a young woman through love, revolution, and a quest for power.
By John S. C. (John Stevens Cabot) Abbott
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
Memoirs of Napoleon Bonaparte — Volume 09
Witness Napoleon Bonaparte's strategic genius and the fervor of his troops as Europe teeters on the brink of war in this first-hand account.
By Louis Antoine Fauvelet de Bourrienne
France and England in North America, Part III: The Discovery of the Great West (1870)
Venture into the untamed American West, where explorers battled the wilderness, sought legendary passages, and encountered the mysteries of a new world.
By Francis Parkman
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 slave-auction
Witness the heartbreaking sale of human lives as families are torn apart under the hammer of injustice and greed.
By John Theophilus Kramer
Europe Revised
Embark on a hilarious voyage across Europe as a witty traveler mocks cultural oddities and battles seasickness, turning a typical journey into a sidesplitting adventure.
By Irvin S. (Irvin Shrewsbury) Cobb
Life and Letters of Lord Macaulay. Volume 1
Discover the hidden life behind a celebrated historian and statesman, from his family's abolitionist roots to the relationships that shaped his future.
By George Otto Trevelyan