History Books


Friends, Voters, CountrymenFriends, Voters, Countrymen
Best Price: $49.00
Boris Johnson's comments on his campaign experience and his reflections on politics are a...
Times Lost CitiesTimes Lost CitiesMayflower - A Story Of Courage, Community, And WarMayflower - A Story Of Courage, Community, And War
The story of America's so-called "Pilgrim Fathers" is a remarkable tale. ...
I Didn't Do It for YouI Didn't Do It for You
Best Price: $3.04
I picked up this book because my uncle lives in Eritrea and I knew next to nothing about the...
Why I Am a MuslimWhy I Am a Muslim
Best Price: $4.95
I loved this book and have given it to several people as gifts. Most non-Muslims are fairly...


Bomber Boys: Fighting Back 1940-1945Bomber Boys: Fighting Back 1940-1945
Unbeknownst to many Americans, the brave men who flew the night-time bombing missions over...
The Long MarchThe Long March
Best Price: $6.78
Every nation has its founding myth, and for modern China it is the Long March. In 1934, the...
Scottish Birds (Collins Complete Photo Guides)Scottish Birds (Collins Complete Photo Guides)
An ideal pocket guide to over 180 species of bird found throughout Scotland. Each species is...
Eating for EnglandEating for England
Best Price: $1.40
The British have a relationship with their food that is unlike that of any other country. Once...
Lost Voices of the EdwardiansLost Voices of the Edwardians
Best Price: $5.34
This is a rather interesting look at Edwardian England. The author specializes in reviewing...


In the Heart of the SeaIn the Heart of the Sea
Best Price: $109.49
The epic true-life story of one of the most notorious martime disasters of the 19th century...
Immediate ActionImmediate Action
"The Story They Didn't Want You to Hear" Andy McNab gripped more than two and a...
Ancient Mariner: The Amazing Adventures of Samuel Hearne, the Sailor Who Walked to the Arctic OceanAncient Mariner: The Amazing Adventures of Samuel Hearne, the Sailor Who Walked to the Arctic Ocean
Best Price: $268.41
One Hundred DaysOne Hundred DaysScotland's StoryScotland's Story
Best Price: $90.79
Tom Steel has written an easy to read and comprehensive timeline of Scotland's history. His...

Mary of GuiseMary of Guise
As mother of Mary Queen of Scots, Mary of Guise is often overshadowed by her more famous...
The Years of Lyndon Johnson, Vol. 1: The Path to PowerThe Years of Lyndon Johnson, Vol. 1: The Path to Power
This biography tells the story of the rise to national power of a desperately poor young man...
Australian People and theAustralian People and theCaledonia Australis: Scottish Highlanders on the Frontier of AustraliaCaledonia Australis: Scottish Highlanders on the Frontier of AustraliaThe Fatal Shore: History of the Transportation of Convicts to Australia, 1787-1868The Fatal Shore: History of the Transportation of Convicts to Australia, 1787-1868
Best Price: $25.42
A description of the transportation of men, women and children out of Georgian England into a...

Windrush: The Irresistible Rise of Multi-Racial BritainWindrush: The Irresistible Rise of Multi-Racial Britain
Best Price: $25.55
This is one of the best books I have read in a long time. It is a must read for all, especially...
Dangerous Ground: The Inside Story of Britain's Leading Investigative JournalistDangerous Ground: The Inside Story of Britain's Leading Investigative Journalist
In 25 years of investigative reporting, Roger Cook has been knocked unconscious a dozen times,...
De Gaulle: The Rebel, 1890-1944 v.1 (Vol 1)De Gaulle: The Rebel, 1890-1944 v.1 (Vol 1)
This is a biography of Charles de Gaulle evaluating him as a leader and statesman and providing...
The Emissary: GD Birla, Gandhi and Independence IndiaThe Emissary: GD Birla, Gandhi and Independence India
Best Price: $47.21
The Russian RevolutionThe Russian Revolution
An attempt to present a comprehensive view of the Russian Revolution, embracing not only the...

The Bahamas: Social Studies for Primary SchoolThe Bahamas: Social Studies for Primary SchoolRussia: A Modern HistoryRussia: A Modern HistorySouth AfricaSouth Africa
Covers the history of modern South Africa form the first white settlement in the 17th century,...
British Battles: Life on the Front Lines of HistoryBritish Battles: Life on the Front Lines of History
Best Price: $60.00
This text brings the past to life with photographs of battles in British history, re-enacted by...
Jane's Aircraft Recognition GuideJane's Aircraft Recognition Guide
Best Price: $46.80
What a stupid idea! A reference book without an index! HarperCollins spoiled a solid, handy...

Early Greece (Fontana History of the Ancient)Early Greece (Fontana History of the Ancient)
Best Price: $33.08
I found "Early Greece" to be a great book, that really helps the reader to...
Black ivory: A history of British slaveryBlack ivory: A history of British slavery
Best Price: $699.99
The terrible story of African slavery in the British colonies of the West Indies and North...
History of the Soviet UnionHistory of the Soviet Union
Best Price: $19.99
The author traces the evolution of the Soviet political system from its origins in 1917 to the...
Demanding the ImpossibleDemanding the Impossible
Best Price: $23.82
A fascinating and comprehensive history, 'Demanding the Impossible' is a challenging and...
Prehistoric Creatures (Gem)Prehistoric Creatures (Gem)
This guide concentrates on all those prehistoric animals that were not dinosaurs from...

Is the Bible True?Is the Bible True?C. S. Lewis at the Bbc: Messages of Hope in the Darkness of WarC. S. Lewis at the Bbc: Messages of Hope in the Darkness of War
Best Price: $46.39
A behind-the-scenes look at religious radio broadcasting during World War II in which such...
In the Heart of the Sea: The Epic True Story That Inspired 'Moby Dick'In the Heart of the Sea: The Epic True Story That Inspired 'Moby Dick'The Shade of SwordsThe Shade of SwordsOver the Edge of the WorldOver the Edge of the World
Best Price: $72.09
Quickly, this book drew me in and had me eager for every next page. Who knew?

A Day in the Life of CanadaA Day in the Life of Canada
Best Price: $28.88
When this book's photos were being shot on June 8th, 1986, I was a boy in Soviet Union. The...
The butterflies of Britain and Europe (Collins Handguides)The butterflies of Britain and Europe (Collins Handguides)The History of the Birds of BritainThe History of the Birds of BritainThe Hebrides (Collins New Naturalist)The Hebrides (Collins New Naturalist)
Starting with an explanation of the geology, climate and hydrography and soils of the Hebridean...
Collins Encyclopaedia of ScotlandCollins Encyclopaedia of Scotland
Best Price: $25.91
Some 3500 entries, totalling 750,000 words written by John and Julia Keay and nearly 150 expert...

Rich Relations: The American Occupation of Britain, 1942-1945Rich Relations: The American Occupation of Britain, 1942-1945TrotskyTrotsky
This book has hardback covers.Ex-library,With usual stamps and markings,In very good...
Crusade - The Untold Story of The Gulf WarCrusade - The Untold Story of The Gulf WarGREEN-EYED BOYS: 3 PARA AND THE BATTLE FOR MOUNT LONGDON.GREEN-EYED BOYS: 3 PARA AND THE BATTLE FOR MOUNT LONGDON.Georgiana, Duchess of DevonshireGeorgiana, Duchess of Devonshire
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Georgiana, Duchess of Devonshire was one of the most flamboyant women of the eighteenth century....

The Diary of Samuel Pepys: 1663The Diary of Samuel Pepys: 1663
Best Price: $55.10
The fourth volume of the complete Diary of Samuel Pepys in its most authoritative and acclaimed...
Boletin N 6 del Instituto de Historia Argentina y Americana (Spanish Edition)Boletin N 6 del Instituto de Historia Argentina y Americana (Spanish Edition)The India FanThe India FanTears of Blood: A Cry for TibetTears of Blood: A Cry for Tibet
Best Price: $18.00
The Chinese Communists invaded Tibet - a country the size of Western Europe - in 1950, in order,...
Policeman's PreludePoliceman's Prelude

Ready for AnythingReady for AnythingA Walk in the Dark AgesA Walk in the Dark AgesSexing the Millennium - A Political History of the Sexual RevolutionSexing the Millennium - A Political History of the Sexual RevolutionDividing the house: Planning for a Canada without QuebecDividing the house: Planning for a Canada without Quebec
Best Price: $12.10
Ideas That Shaped Post-War Britain Pb (A Fontana Press original)Ideas That Shaped Post-War Britain Pb (A Fontana Press original)
A collection of essays by some of Britain's finest political analysts on how politics,...

Fatal Passage : The Untold Story of John Rae, the Arctic Adventurer Who Discovered the Fate of FranklinFatal Passage : The Untold Story of John Rae, the Arctic Adventurer Who Discovered the Fate of Franklin
Just a quick review ... this was a wonderful book. It really should be essential reading in...
Storm CommandStorm Command
Best Price: $58.73
I picked this book up on Amazon.com. This is another book by the head guy of the Country's...
From Empire to EuropeFrom Empire to Europe
Best Price: $40.22
For decades now books and articles have theorized on british industrial decline (or...
AlaBbrookeAlaBbrookeLighthouse StevensonsLighthouse Stevensons
Best Price: $4.70
As a scuba diver who is always looking for the more remote locations, I often find myself in...

A Book of Five RingsA Book of Five RingsCatholics, Anglicans and Puritans: Seventeenth Century EssaysCatholics, Anglicans and Puritans: Seventeenth Century Essays
A curious mixture of essays, the overall effect showing that even in the 17th Century people...
The Panic of 1907: Lessons Learned from the Market's Perfect StormThe Panic of 1907: Lessons Learned from the Market's Perfect Storm
Best Price: $7.32
You should never take at face value the claims and declarations of politicians, public relations...
The Destruction of the Bison: An Environmental History, 1750-1920 (Studies in Environment and History)The Destruction of the Bison: An Environmental History, 1750-1920 (Studies in Environment and History)
Best Price: $20.00
Andrew Isenberg presents an array of complex and systemic causes that brought about the near...
Flags of Our FathersFlags of Our Fathers
Best Price: $11.94
James Bradley is to be commended for telling the rich history of his Navy father and Marine Corp...

Slaves in the FamilySlaves in the Family
I think Edward Ball's unimaginative style and presentation of the information boring and...
1959: The Year Everything Changed1959: The Year Everything Changed
Best Price: $0.20
This book is a highly readable, entertaining and educational account of events and their effects...
The Te of Piglet (Pooh)The Te of Piglet (Pooh)
Best Price: $4.97
"And so _The Tao of Pooh_ has become known as a Remarkable Success ... 'Stop this...
Ship of Ghosts: The Story of the USS Houston, FDR's Legendary Lost Cruiser, and the Epic Saga of Her SurvivorsShip of Ghosts: The Story of the USS Houston, FDR's Legendary Lost Cruiser, and the Epic Saga of Her Survivors
Best Price: $14.00
This was one of those "why not?" choices of reading. I knew of the heavy cruiser...
Guns of August Guns of AugustGuns of August Guns of August
Of course the writing is amazing but this edition is a wonderful possession. The book I bought...

Some Historical Account of GuineaSome Historical Account of Guinea
Best Price: $28.93
This is a pre-1923 historical reproduction that was curated for quality. Quality assurance was...
Friends, Voters, CountrymenFriends, Voters, Countrymen
Best Price: $49.00
Boris Johnson's comments on his campaign experience and his reflections on politics are a...
Times Lost CitiesTimes Lost CitiesMayflower - A Story Of Courage, Community, And WarMayflower - A Story Of Courage, Community, And War
The story of America's so-called "Pilgrim Fathers" is a remarkable tale. ...
I Didn't Do It for YouI Didn't Do It for You
Best Price: $3.04
I picked up this book because my uncle lives in Eritrea and I knew next to nothing about the...

Why I Am a MuslimWhy I Am a Muslim
Best Price: $4.95
I loved this book and have given it to several people as gifts. Most non-Muslims are fairly...
Bomber Boys: Fighting Back 1940-1945Bomber Boys: Fighting Back 1940-1945
Unbeknownst to many Americans, the brave men who flew the night-time bombing missions over...
The Long MarchThe Long March
Best Price: $6.78
Every nation has its founding myth, and for modern China it is the Long March. In 1934, the...
Scottish Birds (Collins Complete Photo Guides)Scottish Birds (Collins Complete Photo Guides)
An ideal pocket guide to over 180 species of bird found throughout Scotland. Each species is...
Eating for EnglandEating for England
Best Price: $1.40
The British have a relationship with their food that is unlike that of any other country. Once...

Lost Voices of the EdwardiansLost Voices of the Edwardians
Best Price: $5.34
This is a rather interesting look at Edwardian England. The author specializes in reviewing...
Inside the Jihad: My Life with Al QaedaInside the Jihad: My Life with Al Qaeda
Best Price: $2.68
I thought the book was pretty incredible, quite a bit like the Reluctant Fundamentalist. This...
George III: A Personal HistoryGeorge III: A Personal History
Best Price: $15.00
Before I read this biography of George III, I knew very little about him. I knew he liked Handel...
The Reluctant Communist: My Desertion, Court-Martial, and Forty-Year Imprisonment in North KoreaThe Reluctant Communist: My Desertion, Court-Martial, and Forty-Year Imprisonment in North Korea
Best Price: $12.95
The Japanese edition's title "The Confession" might be more to the point, although...
The Nuremberg SS-Einsatzgruppen Trial, 1945-1958: Atrocity, Law, and HistoryThe Nuremberg SS-Einsatzgruppen Trial, 1945-1958: Atrocity, Law, and History
Best Price: $24.03
I began reading this work of literature in an effort to better understand the Einsatzgruppen...

After the Deluge: Poland-Lithuania and the Second Northern War, 1655-1660 (Cambridge Studies in Early Modern History)After the Deluge: Poland-Lithuania and the Second Northern War, 1655-1660 (Cambridge Studies in Early Modern History)
Best Price: $38.48
I bought the book thinking it dealt with warfare in the XVII century but it is not. The main...
A History of Chile, 1808-2002 (Cambridge Latin American Studies)A History of Chile, 1808-2002 (Cambridge Latin American Studies)
Best Price: $29.98
This review is more of a response to two of the other reviews thus far. One review writes...
A Concise History of Brazil (Cambridge Concise Histories)A Concise History of Brazil (Cambridge Concise Histories)
Best Price: $90.96
This is a very interesting book on the History of Brazil. Concise but nevertheless...
As the Future Catches You: How Genomics & Other Forces Are Changing Your Life, Work, Health & WealthAs the Future Catches You: How Genomics & Other Forces Are Changing Your Life, Work, Health & Wealth
Best Price: $2.99
There is nothing quite so chilling as the prospect of an intellectual looking ahead to the...
A Time to Die: The Untold Story of the Kursk TragedyA Time to Die: The Untold Story of the Kursk Tragedy
Best Price: $6.76
A Time to Die tells the story, as far as it was known prior to publication of the official...
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