Journals
Explore a diverse collection of personal writings and diaries that offer intimate glimpses into the everyday lives, thoughts, and experiences of individuals from various periods in history. These journals provide unique perspectives on historical events, cultural norms, and personal journeys, capturing both ordinary and extraordinary moments. Whether you're interested in wartime memories, travel adventures, or reflections on daily life, this category offers a rich tapestry of stories waiting to be discovered.
Diary of Samuel Pepys — Volume 32: December 1664
Amid rising tensions with the Dutch, a man records his daily life, mixing weighty matters of state with the intimacies of home, giving readers a peek into a vibrant era.
By Samuel Pepys
The Little Review, May 1914 (Vol. 1., No. 3)
** Explore a world of art, literature, and social commentary from over a century ago.
By Various
Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 100, January 3, 1891
** Enter a world of clever jokes and social commentary, where news, culture, and society are turned upside down for laughs in Victorian England.
By Various
Journals of Dorothy Wordsworth, Vol. 1 (of 2)
Witness an extraordinary life through personal writings filled with nature's beauty, family bonds, and the spark of creative inspiration.
By Dorothy Wordsworth
The American Missionary — Volume 38, No. 01, January, 1884
Witness the struggles and triumphs of a nation grappling with inequality as a dedicated group strives to uplift marginalized communities through faith and education.
By Various
Notes and Queries, Number 11, January 12, 1850
Step back in time to eavesdrop on the lively conversations of Victorian intellectuals as they piece together historical mysteries and unravel puzzling questions about lost meanings.
By Various
The Cornhill Magazine (vol. XLI, no. 242 new series, August 1916)
Amidst a college engulfed in flames, a hero emerges to rescue a trapped girl, proving that courage can be found in the most unexpected places.
By Various
Graham's Magazine, Vol. XXXV, No. 1, July 1849
Step back in time with stories of war heroes, heartfelt poems, and tales of everyday life in the 1800s.
By Various
Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 159, 1920-09-29
Experience roaring twenties Britain through witty jokes and satirical drawings that capture the era's unique social commentary.
By Various
Punchinello, Volume 1, No. 01, April 2, 1870
Get ready for laughs and clever takes on life as a comedic character tackles politics and society in this old-time magazine.
By Various
The Little Review, February 1915 (Vol. 1, No. 11)
Venture into a thought-provoking expedition through the artistic landscape of the early 20th century, where a brave magazine embraces new voices, imagination, and the raw power of emotion.
By Various
The American Missionary — Volume 35, No. 9, September, 1881
Follow brave missionaries as they journey to rebuild communities and spread hope in the wake of a nation’s greatest conflict.
By Various
The American Missionary — Volume 32, No. 06, June, 1878
Embark on a journey through time, where missionaries face challenges abroad and dedicated individuals champion education and spiritual growth for marginalized communities at home.
By Various
Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 158, June 2, 1920
** In a world recovering from war, a collection of comical writings and drawings hilariously observes the silliness and satire in British society and politics.
By Various
Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 100, May 23, 1891
Experience a bygone era's scandals and social absurdities through comical skits and farcical art.
By Various
The Cornhill Magazine (Vol. I, No. 3, March 1860)
Uncover historical mysteries and explore the lives of influential figures in a magazine that captures the intellectual spirit of the 19th century.
By Various
Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine, Volume 68, No. 417, July, 1850
Travel back in time to an era of political intrigue and social transformation, where one family's ambition shaped the destiny of a nation.
By Various
Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 150, April 5, 1916
Step back in time and chuckle at a collection of cheeky cartoons and clever articles that lampoon life, war, and eccentric characters in early 20th-century Britain.
By Various
Miscellanies
Experience a journey through the mind of a brilliant writer as he fearlessly examines the beauty and absurdities of life and art.
By Oscar Wilde
The Little Review, March 1915 (Vol. 2, No. 1)
Explore a world of thought-provoking essays and evocative poetry.
By Various