History - Medieval/The Middle Ages
Explore the captivating world of the Medieval period with a vast collection of books and writings. Discover the rich tapestry of the Middle Ages, filled with knights, castles, and epic battles. Uncover the social, cultural, and political dynamics that shaped Europe from the 5th to the 15th century. Each text offers insights into the life and times of a period that continues to influence modern society.
Chivalry: Dizain des Reines
In a world of knights and queens, discover the intertwined lives of women bound by duty and a yearning for ideal love amidst political intrigue.
By James Branch Cabell
Medieval Medicine
Uncover a time of unexpected healing and knowledge, defying the dark stereotypes of medicine long ago.
By James J. (James Joseph) Walsh
The Black Death, and The Dancing Mania
A deadly plague and a strange dancing frenzy reveal the hidden layers of human nature amid chaos and uncertainty in Europe.
By J. F. C. (Justus Friedrich Carl) Hecker
Brick and Marble in the Middle Ages: Notes of Tours in the North of Italy
Embark on a journey through northern Italy's medieval architectural wonders, where brick and marble tell tales of artistic evolution and historical significance.
By George Edmund Street
William of Malmesbury's Chronicle of the Kings of England From the earliest period to the reign of King Stephen
Witness the rise and fall of kings, the clash of cultures, and the epic struggle for power that shaped England from its earliest days.
By of Malmesbury William
Secret Societies of the Middle Ages
Uncover the concealed operations of medieval organizations operating in the shadows, where knowledge was power and secrecy meant survival.
By Thomas Keightley
The History of Chivalry; Or, Knighthood and Its Times, Volume 1 (of 2)
Uncover the forgotten origins of knighthood, where warriors transform into paragons of virtue on a quest for honor and the protection of the innocent.
By Charles Mills
Red Eve
Amidst clashing swords and forbidden love, a noblewoman finds herself torn between duty and her heart's desire with a commoner as war looms.
By H. Rider (Henry Rider) Haggard
The Knights Templars
Witness the rise and tragic fall of a group of medieval warriors who protected pilgrims, battled for their faith, and were ultimately betrayed.
By C. G. (Charles Greenstreet) Addison
Saga of Halfred the Sigskald: A Northern Tale of the Tenth Century
Bound by destiny and driven by love, a Viking warrior and singer sails into a world of myth and battle, where his courage will be tested and his heart forever changed.
By Felix Dahn
Hugh, Bishop of Lincoln A Short Story of One of the Makers of Mediaeval England
Witness a young man's journey of piety and leadership as he navigates religious aspirations, personal temptations, and powerful influences on the medieval world.
By Charles L. (Charles Latimer) Marson
Manners, Customs, and Dress During the Middle Ages and During the Renaissance Period
Travel back in time to discover how people in the Middle Ages and Renaissance ate, dressed, and behaved.
By P. L. Jacob
Constantinople: The Story of the Old Capital of the Empire
Witness the rise and fall of a magnificent city, strategically placed between continents, which became the heart of an empire and a key player in shaping history.
By William Holden Hutton
Chivalry
In a world of honor and peril, a disguised noblewoman and a valiant clerk unite to rescue a son and navigate the treacherous landscape of war-torn England.
By James Branch Cabell
William Morris: A Critical Study
Discover how one artist's vision intertwined beauty, labor, and social consciousness in a world ripe for change.
By John Drinkwater
The Vigil of Brunhild: A Narrative Poem
A queen facing death reflects on her rise to power, a difficult marriage, and battles against treachery, ultimately accepting her unavoidable destiny.
By Frederic Manning
A History of the Inquisition of the Middle Ages; volume III
Uncover a story of power, faith, and conflict as the Church investigates challenges to its authority during the Middle Ages.
By Henry Charles Lea
Morien: A Metrical Romance Rendered into English Prose from the Mediæval Dutch
In a realm of knights and legends, a Moorish knight searches for his father, while a bold quest for honor leads to battles and captivity.
By Jessie L. (Jessie Laidlay) Weston
Mediæval Heresy & the Inquisition
Explore tales of forbidden beliefs and harsh retributions, as the church strives to crush beliefs that threaten its control.
By Arthur Stanley Turberville
Bibliomania in the Middle Ages
Uncover the hidden world of medieval book lovers and their feverish dedication to preserving knowledge during a time often dismissed as intellectually dark.
By F. Somner (Frederick Somner) Merryweather