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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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 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
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
A Source Book for Mediæval History Selected Documents illustrating the History of Europe in the Middle Age
Uncover Europe's transformative medieval past through carefully selected historical documents, revealing the key figures and moments that shaped the continent.
By Oliver J. (Oliver Joseph) Thatcher
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
The Abbatial Crosier; or, Bonaik and Septimine. A Tale of a Medieval Abbess
Amidst medieval conflict, a former slave and an aging goldsmith face tyranny and change, forging an unexpected bond in a world on the brink.
By Eugène Sue
Knights and their days
Explore the intertwined paths of historical knights as they navigated love, war, and honor, revealing the true nature of chivalry.
By Dr. (John) Doran
Parish Priests and Their People in the Middle Ages in England
Witness how the spread of Christianity transformed pagan England by looking at the interconnected lives of priests and the people they served.
By Edward Lewes Cutts
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
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