History Books
Amberley Publishing Birth of the Red Dragon
Book SynopsisHighlights the importance of Wales during the intense rivalries of the Houses of Lancaster and York in the Wars of the Roses.
£19.54
Amberley Publishing The Trojan Kings of Britain
Book SynopsisCaleb Howells, author King Arthur: The Man Who Conquered Europe, argues that the legend of Brutus is based on real historical events. Constructing a compelling argument based on a re-examination of original sources, the book offers a fresh perspective on the history of Britain.
£19.54
Amberley Publishing Secret Islington and Clerkenwell
Book SynopsisSecret Clerkenwell and Islington explores the lesser-known history of Clerkenwell and Islington in London through a fascinating selection of stories, unusual facts and attractive photographs.
£14.39
Amberley Publishing 50 Gems of Jersey
Book SynopsisThis beautifully photographed selection of fifty of Jerseyâs most precious assets shows what makes it such a popular destination.
£14.39
Amberley Publishing Lost South Shields
Book SynopsisFully illustrated description of South Shieldsâ well known, and lesser known, places that have been lost over the years.
£14.39
Amberley Publishing Millstones of The Pennines and North West England
Book SynopsisDr David Johnson explores the fascinating story behind this important and oft-forgotten part of Britain's landscape.Trade Review'An absorbing read for archaeologically minded audiences.' -- Current Archaeology Magazine, October 2023'This well-produced and very informative book is sure to be of interest to local historians and particularly anyone who enjoys reading about our industrial archaeology.' -- Northern Mines Research Society, November 2023
£14.39
Amberley Publishing Churches of Edinburgh
Book SynopsisA fascinating exploration of Edinburghâs historic churches will be of interest to all those who live in or are visiting Scotlandâs capital city.
£14.39
Amberley Publishing Enemies at the Gate
Book SynopsisThe walls of Rome provide an ever-renewed palimpsest of the Empire's history, from the 8th century BC to the fall of the Western Empire and beyond.
£24.00
Amberley Publishing Portsmouths Military Heritage
Book SynopsisThe military heritage of Portsmouth from Tudor times to the present day. This book will be of interest to all those who would like to know more about Portsmouthâs remarkable military history.Trade Review'If you only have one book of Portsmouth’s Military past in your library then this should be it. I found the information fascinating and, living fairly close to Portsmouth, I can honestly say I found the book an excellent informative read' -- Westender, Autumn 2023
£14.39
Amberley Publishing The Golden Age of Yorkshire Resorts 18001914
Book SynopsisA fascinating exploration of the history of the select coastal resorts in Yorkshire catering for the well-to-do in their Victorian and Edwardian heyday.
£14.39
Amberley Publishing Puritan Rule Under Cromwell
Book SynopsisThe execution of Charles I in 1649 began a decade of constitutional experiment. In 1660, Charles Iâs son was restored as king. This book shows who gained power, why they failed, how the constitution was revised and why the monarchy was reinstated.Trade Review'In 1660, Charles I's son was restored as king, but his kingdom was changed forever. Puritan Rule Under Cromwell offers a useful way of understanding how - and why the monarchy was given a second chance. I look forward to reading the next volume in Jane Hayter-Hames' fascinating series.' -- The Writing Desk, January 2024
£19.54
Amberley Publishing Farnham at Work
Book SynopsisFarnham at Work is a fascinating pictorial history of the working life of the town of Farnham in the last hundred and more years.
£14.39
Amberley Publishing Peterborough in 50 Buildings
Book SynopsisExplore the rich history of Peterborough in this guided tour through its most fascinating historic and modern buildings.
£14.39
Amberley Publishing Churches of Suffolk
Book SynopsisA fascinating exploration of Suffolkâs historic churches. Will be of interest to all those who live in or are visiting this attractive county in England.Trade Review'Sarah Doig toured the county seeking out its most fascinating churches, including hidden gems that lie off the beaten track.' -- Bury Free Press'From modest to magnificent – a tribute to Suffolk’s churches' -- Diss Express
£14.39
Amberley Publishing North Staffordshire Through Time
Book SynopsisThis fascinating set of photographs shows how North Staffordshire has changed and developed over the last century.
£14.39
Amberley Publishing Cranborne Chase
Book SynopsisNew format paperback edition - A photographic journey through Cranborne Chase, one of the Southâs most historic and atmospheric landscapes.Trade Review'Hidden gems of the Cranborne Chase AONB are beautifully captured by photographers Roger Lane and the late Roger Holman.' -- Dorset Life Magazine'The pair are well-known for their stunning landscape photographs and these, together with Roger Lane's informative text, make this book a must-read for anyone with a love of the picturesque Cranborne Chase.' -- Blackmore Vale Magazine
£14.39
Amberley Publishing Churches of Lancashire
Book SynopsisA fascinating exploration of Lancashireâs historic churches. Explores a cross-section of historical churches throughout the county.
£14.39
Amberley Publishing Churches of Southern Yorkshire
Book SynopsisA fascinating exploration of southern Yorkshireâs historic churches. Explores a cross-section of historical churches throughout the county.
£14.39
Amberley Publishing Illustrated Tales of Guernsey
Book SynopsisThe scenic island of Guernsey and its neighbouring islands are an attractive and popular part of the Channel Islands. Here is a collection of strange tales and local legends from the islands of Guernsey, Alderney, Sark and Herm.
£14.39
Amberley Publishing Blackpool Reflections
Book SynopsisA fascinating collection of merged historic and modern images that reflect the changes in Blackpool through the decades.
£14.39
Amberley Publishing Cork A Potted History
Book SynopsisAn accessible history of Cork from its beginnings to the present day, following a walking trail highlighting the cityâs significant events and people.
£14.39
Amberley Publishing Manchester Murders and Misdemeanours
Book SynopsisThis collection of true life crime stories gives a vivid insight into life in Manchester in the past.
£14.39
Amberley Publishing Churches of Cambridgeshire
Book SynopsisA fascinating photographic exploration of Cambridgeshireâs historic churches. Will be of interest to all those who live in or are visiting this attractive county in England.
£14.39
Amberley Publishing Paranormal Cardiff
Book SynopsisA fabulous collection of ghostly hauntings in Cardiff. These tales of haunted places, supernatural happenings and weird phenomena will delight the ghost hunters.Trade Review'Paranormal Cardiff by Mark Rees takes readers on a journey across supernatural locations in the capital.' -- Wales Online, October 2023'Paranormal Cardiff' is a fascinating exploration for anyone interested in ghost hunting, supernatural happenings, or the history of Cardiff. It appeals not only to those who already have an interest in the paranormal but also to anyone who wants to know more about the hidden, mysterious side of this historic Welsh city.' -- Higgypop, November 2023'His words paint such a vivid picture of the spooky goings-on in the Welsh capital’s history, you almost feel you’re being watched by one of the other worldly characters contained within the pages.' -- Buzz Magazine, December 2023
£14.39
Amberley Publishing 50 Finds from Childhood
Book SynopsisThe latest volume in this popular series looks at how objects registered with the PAS inform our understanding of children and childhood through history.
£14.39
Amberley Publishing Secret Folkestone
Book SynopsisSecret Folkestone explores the lesser-known history of the town of Folkestone through a fascinating selection of stories, unusual facts and attractive photographs.
£14.39
Amberley Publishing AZ of Peterborough
Book SynopsisExplore the city of Peterborough in this fully illustrated A-Z guide to its history, people and places.
£14.39
Amberley Publishing Irwin Allen Collectibles
Book SynopsisJohn Buss looks at the memorabilia of the popular Irwin Allen stable - Lost in Space, Land of the Giants and more.
£14.39
Amberley Publishing Victorian Liverpool
Book SynopsisAll those interested in the history of Liverpool will find this a fascinating exploration of the Victorian heritage of this city.
£14.39
Amberley Publishing Katherine Parr
Book SynopsisNew in paperback - An original new biography of Henry VIII's last wife, Katherine Parr, which shows the strength of the Queen's devotion to protestant beliefs over and beyond her political and personal fortunes.Trade Review'I'm happy to recommend this book to anyone looking for a new perspective on the thinking of this extraordinary woman.' -- Tony Riches, The Writing Desk
£10.44
Amberley Publishing England in the Age of Dickens
Book SynopsisNew in paperback - Life, Society, Family, Economy, and Politics in early and mid-Victorian England mediated through the life and writings of arguably the nation's greatest novelist.
£10.44
Amberley Publishing Secret StainesuponThames and Laleham
Book SynopsisSecret Staines-upon-Thames and Laleham explores the lesser-known history of the town of Staines-upon-Thames and next-door Laleham through a fascinating selection of stories, unusual facts and attractive photographs.
£14.39
Amberley Publishing AZ of Beccles
Book SynopsisExplore the Suffolk town of Beccles in this fully illustrated A-Z guide to its history, people and places.
£14.39
Amberley Publishing If Any Person Will Meddle of My Cause
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£19.54
Amberley Publishing Charles Darwin in Shrewsbury
Book SynopsisA fascinating exploration of the many local places around Shrewsbury associated with Charles Darwin.
£14.39
Amberley Publishing Bath The Postcard Collection
Book SynopsisA fascinating portrait of Bath presented through a remarkable collection of lovely historical postcards.Trade Review'A new book looks at the story of one of our most famous cities and celebrates its splendour in postcards.' -- West Country Life Magazine, February 2024
£14.39
Amberley Publishing Secret Haverfordwest
Book SynopsisSecret Haverfordwest explores the lesser-known history of the town of Haverfordwest in Pembrokeshire through a fascinating selection of stories, unusual facts and attractive photographs.
£14.39
Amberley Publishing Londons Riverside in Photographs
Book SynopsisA stunning collection of photographs along the banks of the River Thames through London from Hampton Court to the Thames Barrier.Trade Review'It's a book that would appeal to anyone with a love of London and good photography. Very giftable.' -- Londonist, January 2024
£17.09
Amberley Publishing Going Underground The Black Country
Book SynopsisA fascinating exploration of the underground world and its history beneath the surface of the Black Country.
£14.39
Amberley Publishing AZ of Chiswick
Book SynopsisExplore the West London town of Chiswick in this fully illustrated A-Z guide to its history, people and places.
£14.39
Amberley Publishing In the Enemys House
Book SynopsisNew paperback edition - From a New York Times bestselling author and Pulitzer-nominated journalist, the recently de-classified story of the Cold War spies who changed the world.Trade Review‘The last piece of the puzzle surrounding one of the most memorable espionage cases of the 20th century.’ -- New York Times‘The spy hunt set off by the Venona decrypts is one of the great stories of the Cold War and Howard Blum tells it here with the drama and page-turning pace of a classic thriller.’ -- Joseph Kanon, bestselling author of Defectors, Leaving Berlin, and Los Alamos‘A finely detailed study of crime and punishment in the days of the Manhattan project… [In the Enemy's House] reinforces several points: how thoroughly Soviet agents were able to penetrate the government and scientific circles and the undeniable guilt of those who were eventually brought to justice – and, to boot, the ordinariness of some of the key players. Taut and well-crafted – of great interest to students of spydom and the early Cold War.’ -- Kirkus Reviews
£10.79
Amberley Publishing The Four Heatons History Tour
Book SynopsisA guided tour through the four towns of Heaton Moor, Heaton Mersey, Heaton Chapel and Heaton Norris, showing how the areas you know and love have changed over the centuries.
£8.54
Amberley Publishing Wimborne Minster Through Time
Book SynopsisThis fascinating set of photographs shows how Wimborne Minster has changed and developed over the last century.
£14.39
Amberley Publishing 50 Objects from Vindolanda
Book SynopsisPublished in partnership with the Vindolanda Trust, this book celebrates some of the most fascinating objects that have been found at Vindolanda.
£14.39
Amberley Publishing Secret Swanage and Around
Book SynopsisSecret Swanage and Around explores the lesser-known history of the town of Swanage and its surrounding area through a fascinating selection of stories, unusual facts and attractive photographs.
£14.39
Amberley Publishing BarrowinFurness District A Potted History
Book SynopsisAn accessible history of Barrow and the surrounding area from its beginnings to the present day highlighting the areaâs significant events and people.
£14.39
Amberley Publishing Oxford A Potted History
Book SynopsisAn accessible history of Oxford from Anglo-Saxon times to the present day highlighting the cityâs significant events and people.
£14.39
Amberley Publishing Taunton A Potted History
Book SynopsisAn accessible history of Taunton from its beginnings to the present day highlighting the townâs significant events and people
£14.39
