History - Royalty
Explore the captivating world of royal history, where influential monarchs and epic dynasties shaped nations. Discover a collection of books that reveal the lives, loves, and legacies of kings and queens from around the globe. From ancient empires to modern monarchies, these historical works offer fascinating insights into the reigns and revolutions that defined eras and influenced cultures. Perfect for history enthusiasts and curious readers, this category brings you closer to the stories behind the crowns.
The sailor hero : $b or, The frigate and the lugger
Amidst a war with France, a young sailor becomes a hero as he navigates rivalries, revolution, and brave rescues on the open sea.
By F. C. (Francis Claudius) Armstrong
The Life of Marie de Medicis, Queen of France, Consort of Henri IV, and Regent of the Kingdom under Louis XIII — Volume 1
Witness a queen's rise and fall amid political turmoil, personal drama, and the dangerous intrigues of the French court.
By Miss (Julia) Pardoe
Memoirs of Louis XIV and His Court and of the Regency — Volume 07
In a world of kings and courtiers, discover secrets, conflicts, and the ever-present dance for power.
By Louis de Rouvroy Saint-Simon
Memoirs of the Courts of Louis XV and XVI. — Complete Being secret memoirs of Madame Du Hausset, lady's maid to Madame de Pompadour, and of the Princess Lamballe
Within the walls of French palaces, ladies' maids and princesses unveil the hidden stories of kings, lovers, and the dangerous games they play.
By Mme. Du Hausset
Prince Eugene and His Times
Amidst a world of royal ambitions, a scheming countess and a determined prince navigate treacherous relationships, all while chasing love, power, and revenge.
By L. (Luise) Mühlbach
A Prince of Good Fellows
In a kingdom rife with treachery, a young king's reign hangs in the balance as dark conspiracies threaten to steal his throne and plunge the land into chaos.
By Robert Barr
Memoirs of Napoleon Bonaparte — Volume 14
Witness Napoleon's desperate gamble to reclaim his empire, a saga of battles, betrayals, and ultimately, a crushing defeat that would forever change the course of history.
By Louis Antoine Fauvelet de Bourrienne
The Life and Times of Queen Victoria; vol. 2 of 4
Witness Queen Victoria's reign as political tensions rise, colonial reforms spark debate, and the royal family navigates personal duties amidst a changing empire.
By Robert Wilson
The Life of Marie de Medicis, Queen of France, Consort of Henri IV, and Regent of the Kingdom under Louis XIII — Volume 2
** After a king's assassination, a queen faces both a spectacular coronation and dangerous enemies as she fights to rule as regent.
By Miss (Julia) Pardoe
The Tuzuk-i-Jahangiri: or, Memoirs of Jahangir (Volume 1 of 2)
Witness the reign of an emperor through his own eyes as he navigates power, family, and the beauty of the natural world.
By Emperor of Hindustan Jahangir
Quotes and Images From Memoirs of Louis XIV.
Witness the reign of a legendary king and the intricate world of his court through a selection of thought-provoking quotes that reveal the lavish lifestyles and hidden truths of the era.
By Charlotte-Elisabeth Orléans
The Life of Cardinal Wolsey
** Witness the captivating true story of a powerful man's ascent to greatness and his shocking fall from grace amidst a kingdom's political storms.
By George Cavendish
Memoirs of Louis XIV and His Court and of the Regency — Complete
Enter the opulent and treacherous world of French royalty, where personal ambition clashes with political machinations.
By Louis de Rouvroy Saint-Simon
The Law-Breakers
In the early 1900’s Canadian prairie, a relentless lawman and cunning outlaws engage in a dangerous game amidst a landscape riddled with crime and illicit desires.
By Ridgwell Cullum
Maria Antoinette Makers of History
From an Austrian princess to the Queen of France, she’s thrust into a world of political maneuvering and royal responsibility, where she must face life-altering adversity.
By John S. C. (John Stevens Cabot) Abbott
Queens of old Spain
In a world of royal scandal and political battles, witness how the strength and intelligence of a princess paves the way for a line of influential queens.
By Martin A. S. (Martin Andrew Sharp) Hume
The Three Lieutenants
Witness the brotherly bond and naval aspirations of two young men as they navigate duty, friendship, and adventure in the 1860s Royal Navy.
By William Henry Giles Kingston
Henry of Guise; or, The States of Blois (Vol. 2 of 3)
Amidst the clash of swords and political maneuvering, a celebrated Duke returns from battle only to find himself entangled in a perilous game of loyalty, honor, and ambition.
By G. P. R. (George Payne Rainsford) James
Memoirs of the Courts of Louis XV and XVI. — Volume 7 Being secret memoirs of Madame Du Hausset, lady's maid to Madame de Pompadour, and of the Princess Lamballe
Amidst revolution, a devoted friend risks everything to stand by the Queen, revealing a world of loyalty, sacrifice, and impending danger within the French court.
By Mme. Du Hausset
Life of Her Most Gracious Majesty the Queen — Volume 2
Travel back in time to witness Queen Victoria's grand visits and personal moments, revealing a portrait of royalty and society during her reign.
By Sarah Tytler