History - General
Explore a rich collection of historical texts and narratives that span different eras and regions. This category offers insightful accounts and analyses that bring the past to life, enhancing your understanding of pivotal events and figures. Whether you're a history enthusiast or a curious reader, these works provide a valuable glimpse into the forces that shaped the world. Expand your knowledge with accessible and engaging reads that highlight the complexity and depth of history.
A Tale of Two Cities
"A Tale of Two Cities" by Charles Dickens is a historical novel written in the mid-19th century. Set against the backdrop of the French Revolution, th...
By Charles Dickens
The Count of Monte Cristo
"The Count of Monte Cristo" by Alexandre Dumas and Auguste Maquet is a renowned novel written during the early 19th century. The story explores themes...
By Alexandre Dumas
James VI and the Gowrie Mystery
"James VI and the Gowrie Mystery" by Andrew Lang is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book dives into the perplexing events ...
By Andrew Lang
The Geologic Story of the Great Plains A nontechnical description of the origin and evolution of the landscape of the Great Plains
"The Geologic Story of the Great Plains" by Donald E. Trimble is a scientific publication written in the late 20th century. This book provides a non-t...
By Donald E. Trimble
The Newmarket, Bury, Thetford and Cromer Road Sport and history on an East Anglian turnpike
Illustrated by the author, and from old-time prints and pictures.
By Charles G. (Charles George) Harper
Little Journey to Puerto Rico For Intermediate and Upper Grades
"A Little Journey to Puerto Rico" by Marian M. George is an educational travelogue intended for intermediate and upper-grade students, likely written ...
By Marian Minnie George
Cornwall's Wonderland
"Cornwall's Wonderland" by Mabel Quiller-Couch is a collection of folkloric tales inspired by the legends and romances of Cornwall, likely written in ...
By Mabel Quiller-Couch
A Book for a Rainy Day; or, Recollections of the Events of the Years 1766-1833
"A Book for a Rainy Day; or, Recollections of the Events of the Years 1766-1833" by John Thomas Smith is a historical account written in the early 19t...
By John Thomas Smith
History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire — Volume 2
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By Edward Gibbon
Life of Her Most Gracious Majesty the Queen — Volume 2
"Life of Her Most Gracious Majesty the Queen — Volume 2" by Sarah Tytler is a historical account likely written in the late 19th century. This volume ...
By Sarah Tytler
John Keble's Parishes: A History of Hursley and Otterbourne
"John Keble's Parishes: A History of Hursley and Otterbourne" by Charlotte M. Yonge is a historical account likely written in the late 19th century. T...
By Charlotte M. (Charlotte Mary) Yonge
The Lives of the Twelve Caesars, Complete
"The Lives of the Twelve Caesars, Complete" by Suetonius is a historical account likely written in the early second century AD. This work provides a d...
By Suetonius
Mr. Punch's History of Modern England, Vol. 3 (of 4).—1874-1892
"Mr. Punch's History of Modern England, Vol. 3 (of 4) — 1874-1892" by Charles L. Graves is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This...
By Charles L. (Charles Larcom) Graves
Chronicles of England, Scotland and Ireland (2 of 6): England (11 of 12) Edward the Third, Who Came to the Crowne by the Resignation of His Father Edward the Second
"Chronicles of England, Scotland and Ireland (2 of 6): England (11 of 12)" is a historical account likely written in the late 16th to early 17th centu...
By Raphael Holinshed
The Odyssey
See also PG#1727 and PG#1728
By Homer
The conspirators; or, The chevalier d'Harmental
"The Conspirators; or, The Chevalier d'Harmental" by Alexandre Dumas and Auguste Maquet is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. The st...
By Alexandre Dumas
Letters of a Traveller; Or, Notes of Things Seen in Europe and America
"Letters of a Traveller; Or, Notes of Things Seen in Europe and America" by William Cullen Bryant is a collection of travel essays written in the mid-...
By William Cullen Bryant
History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire — Volume 1
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By Edward Gibbon
Memories of Canada and Scotland — Speeches and Verses
"Memories of Canada and Scotland — Speeches and Verses" by Argyll is a collection of poetry and speeches likely written during the late 19th century. ...
By John Douglas Sutherland Campbell Argyll
The Devil's picture-books
"The Devil's Picture-Books" by Mrs. John King Van Rensselaer is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book explores the fascinati...
By John King Van Rensselaer