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.
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
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: 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
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
The Silver Stallion: A Comedy of Redemption
In a land of myth, when a celebrated hero vanishes, his followers must navigate prophecies and personal struggles to redefine their world and themselves.
By James Branch Cabell
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
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 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
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
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 Herd Boy and His Hermit
** Amidst a kingdom torn apart by war, a shepherd boy crosses paths with a noble girl and a mysterious hermit, setting him on a journey of discovery that reveals a hidden lineage.
By Charlotte M. (Charlotte Mary) Yonge
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
The Defensive Armour and the Weapons and Engines of War of Mediæval Times, and of the "Renaissance."
Uncover the secrets of medieval and Renaissance battlefields. The book reveals the evolution of armor and weapons, from basic designs to complex tools of war.
By R. Coltman (Robert Coltman) Clephan
Essay on the Life and Institutions of Offa, King of Mercia, A.D. 755-794
Discover the story of a ruthless king who united a nation through conquest and cunning, yet forever stained his legacy with betrayal.
By Henry Mackenzie
Le Morte Darthur Sir Thomas Malory's Book of King Arthur and his Noble Knights of the Round Table
From a king's mysterious beginnings to quests for sacred treasures, follow the enthralling sagas of legendary knights bound by honor, love, and destiny.
By Thomas Malory
The Saga of Grettir the Strong: Grettir's Saga
In the Viking age, a mighty warrior arises, battling foes and fate itself in a relentless quest for honor.
By Unknown
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
The truce of God: A tale of the eleventh century
Amidst a bloody, long-standing family feud, two young nobles must choose between honor and hatred when the Church's peace interrupts and a forbidden love blossoms.
By George H. (George Henry) Miles
Petrarch, the First Modern Scholar and Man of Letters A Selection from His Correspondence with Boccaccio and Other Friends, Designed to Illustrate the Beginnings of the Renaissance
Experience the Renaissance firsthand through letters that reveal one scholar's personal life and monumental influence during a time of cultural rebirth.
By Francesco Petrarca