History Books
Amberley Publishing SS Great Britain
Book SynopsisNew paperback edition - The story of Brunel's most famous ship and the people who knew her, using new archive sources.
£11.69
Amberley Publishing Paved with Gold
Book SynopsisThe fascinating true story of one of the most recognisable names in British folklore - Richard 'Dick' Whittington.
£21.25
Amberley Publishing Hitlers Aristocrats
Book SynopsisSusan Ronald, the acclaimed author of Hitler's Art Thief, takes us into the shadowy world of the aristocrats and business leaders on both sides of the Atlantic who secretly aided Hitler and Nazi Germany.Trade Review'Highly readable drama of highborn traitors who enthusiastically aided the Nazi ascent to power.' -- Kirkus Reviews'Ronald's meticulous research brings to light how an influential segment of US and British society defended a dictator whose aim was to crush the democratic traditions of their countries' -- History of War Magazine, June 2023
£21.25
Amberley Publishing AZ of Kew and Brentford
Book SynopsisExplore the West London towns of Kew and Brentford in this fully illustrated A-Z guide to their history, people and places.
£14.39
Amberley Publishing The Pharaohs Treasure
Book SynopsisNew paperback edition - How the invention of paper, a material prized by both scholars and kings, allowed information and ideas to shape humanity for 4000 years, from the Nile to the West. 'A wonderful, enlightening book.' (Alexander McCall Smith).Trade Review‘This fascinating and beautifully written book is an absolute eye opener… A wonderful, enlightening book.’ -- Alexander McCall Smith
£11.69
Amberley Publishing Lost Gillingham
Book SynopsisFully illustrated description of Gillinghamâs well known, and lesser known, places that have been lost over the years.
£14.39
Amberley Publishing Good Honest Tales
Book SynopsisA lavishly illustrated celebration of 150 years of one of Britain's favourite independent breweries.
£15.29
Amberley Publishing Edinburgh Reflections
Book SynopsisA fascinating collection of merged historic and modern images that reflect the changes in Edinburgh through the decades.
£14.39
Amberley Publishing The South Downs
Book SynopsisNew paperback edition - A delightful depiction of a year in the life of the South Downs of Sussex. Will appeal to anyone with a love of the Downs and the natural world.Trade Review'This is a most delightful book, a joy to behold with superbly painted colour illustrations. This is one of those books that will appeal to a wide audience, and a good book to keep in your backpack on walks in the South Downs.' -- Westender
£15.29
Amberley Publishing A Short Guide to Roman London
Book SynopsisAn illustrated, readable companion and indispensable guide to Roman London, both visible and beneath your feet.
£15.29
Amberley Publishing AZ of Whitechapel
Book SynopsisExplore the East London district of Whitechapel in this fully illustrated A-Z guide to its history, people and places.
£14.39
Amberley Publishing Lost Kilmarnock
Book SynopsisFully illustrated description of Kilmarnockâs well known, and lesser known, places that have been lost over the years.
£14.39
Amberley Publishing Upsydown
Book SynopsisHumorous cartoons of Dorset life by local artist and cartoonist Lyndon Wall. All those who know and love this corner of the world will find this book delights and amuses.
£14.39
Amberley Publishing Lost Country Houses of Nottinghamshire
Book SynopsisA fascinating description of the lost country houses of Nottinghamshire, will be of interest to all those who live in the county or know it well.
£999.99
Amberley Publishing Exeter The Postcard Collection
Book SynopsisExplore a fascinating portrait of Exeter presented through a remarkable collection of historical postcards.
£14.39
Amberley Publishing English Culture
Book SynopsisJeremy Black turns his trenchant eye to the development of English culture since the eighteenth century - how does it reflect political and social conditions of the time? Here, Black looks at this question while offering an important and original account of English history.
£19.54
Amberley Publishing Now Thats What I Call Plymouth
Book SynopsisExploring a fascinating pictorial local history of Plymouth through the sixties, seventies and eighties.
£14.39
Amberley Publishing Tragic Cheshire
Book SynopsisTragic tales of misfortune and disaster in historic Cheshire. This book will fascinate anyone who want to know more about the history of the area.
£14.39
Amberley Publishing Middlesbrough The Postcard Collection
Book SynopsisA fascinating portrait of Middlesbrough presented through a remarkable collection of historical postcards.
£14.39
Amberley Publishing Illustrated Tales of Devon
Book SynopsisThe beautiful county of Devon is one of the most popular of English counties. Here is a collection of strange tales and local legends from the county.
£14.39
Amberley Publishing 50 Early Medieval Finds
Book SynopsisA fascinating selection of Early Medieval objects registered as part of the Portable Antiquities Scheme.
£14.39
Amberley Publishing Coventry at Work
Book SynopsisCoventry at Work is a fascinating pictorial history of the working life of the city of Coventry through the years.
£14.39
Amberley Publishing Going Underground Wakefield
Book SynopsisA fascinating exploration of the underground world and its history beneath the surface of Wakefield.
£14.39
Amberley Publishing Kings Lynn A Potted History
Book SynopsisAn accessible history of Kingâs Lynn from prehistory to the present day highlighting the townâs significant events and people
£14.39
Amberley Publishing Kingmakers
Book SynopsisNew paperback edition - Explores the history of the Marcher Lords through their turbulent history on the Welsh frontier from trusted nobles to individual powerhouses and eventually to kings themselves.Trade Review'I'm happy to recommend this book, particularly to anyone living close the border with Wales.' -- The Writing Desk, December 2023
£10.79
Amberley Publishing The Chinese in Britain
Book SynopsisNew paperback edition - As China becomes a pre-eminent world power again in the twenty-first century, this book uncovers Britain's long relationship with the country and its people.Trade Review‘The diligent reader is rewarded with many gems’ -- Literary Review
£10.44
Amberley Publishing America
Book SynopsisNew paperback edition - An original exploration of the United States' birth out of British culture and influence - the real origins of the 'special relationship'.
£11.69
Amberley Publishing Adriatic
Book SynopsisNew paperback edition - Adriatic recounts the shared history of the countries around the sea, from Italy to Croatia and beyond, from the Romans to the present.
£13.49
Amberley Publishing Celebrating Maidstone
Book SynopsisA celebration of Maidstoneâs rich heritage and identity â its special events, achievements, people, industry and landmarks.
£14.39
Amberley Publishing The Boleyns
Book SynopsisNew paperback edition - Starting with Anne Boleyn, wife of Henry VIII, Amanda Harvey Purse looks at significant Boleyns through history, shining a spotlight on how their story has been entwined with that of the British monarchy for almost 500 years.
£10.44
Amberley Publishing The Hot Trod
Book SynopsisNew paperback edition - 'Here are two peoples almost identical in blood â the same language and religion; and yet a few years of quarrelsome isolation have so separated their thoughts and ways that not unions nor mutual dangers, not steamers nor railways, seem able to obliterate the broad distinction.' Robert Louis Stephenson
£10.79
Amberley Publishing Illustrated Tales of the Black Country
Book SynopsisThe fascinating region of the Black Country is one of the most interesting areas in Britain. Here is a collection of strange tales and local legends from the region.
£14.39
Amberley Publishing Henry VIII and his Rabbis
Book SynopsisUsing primary resources and employing a forensic eye, Jerry Rabow offers a fascinating and unique investigation into the infamous story of Henry VIII's effort to divorce Catherine of Aragon and marry Anne Boleyn.
£21.25
Amberley Publishing Celebrating Horsham
Book SynopsisA celebration of Horshamâs rich heritage and identity â its special events, achievements, people, industry and landmarks.
£14.39
Amberley Publishing City of Southend A Potted History
Book SynopsisAn accessible history of Southend from prehistory to the present day highlighting the cityâs significant events and people
£14.39
Amberley Publishing The Digital Watch Story
Book SynopsisAndrew Morton dives into the story of this enduring cult classic of both fashion and technology - the digital wristwatch.
£14.39
Amberley Publishing County Flags of England Scotland and Wales
Book SynopsisThe counties of Caernarfonshire, Middlesex, Banffshire, and Westmorland all still exist, despite continual local government reorganisations. Why does the county flag of Caernarfonshire feature three golden eagles?
£14.39
Amberley Publishing Lost Preston
Book SynopsisFully illustrated description of Prestonâs well known, and lesser known, places that have been lost over the years.
£14.39
Amberley Publishing 50 Gems of Berkshire
Book SynopsisThis beautifully photographed selection of fifty of Berkshireâs most precious assets shows what makes it such a popular destination.
£14.39
Amberley Publishing Lost Aberystwyth
Book SynopsisFully illustrated description of Aberystwythâs well known, and lesser known, places that have been lost over the years.
£14.39
Amberley Publishing Londons Theatrical Heritage
Book SynopsisA history of Londonâs theatres exploring the many places associated with its theatrical heritage through the ages
£14.39
Amberley Publishing AZ of Romsey
Book SynopsisExplore the Hampshire town of Romsey in this fully illustrated A-Z guide to its history, people and places.
£14.39
Amberley Publishing Whitstable The Postcard Collection
Book SynopsisA fascinating portrait of Whitstable presented through a remarkable collection of historical postcards.
£14.39
Amberley Publishing Canal Boat Lives
Book SynopsisA fascinating collection of images revealing the lives of those who have chosen to escape land-dwelling to live on Britainâs historic waterways.Trade Review'This book is a must for anyone interested in boating life.' -- CanalsOnline Magazine, December 2023'This has to be the coffee-table canal book of the year.' -- Waterways World, February 2024'Through photographs and their own words, this fascinating window into a different way of life will appeal to all those who would like to know more about Britain's canal-side inhabitants.' -- Sea Breezes Magazine, January 2024
£26.71
Amberley Publishing Loughborough at Work
Book SynopsisLoughborough at Work is a fascinating pictorial history of the working life of the town of Loughborough through the centuries.
£14.39
Amberley Publishing Magic in Roman Britain
Book SynopsisLavishly illustrated throughout, this fascinating book reveals the true story of magic in Roman Britain.
£14.39
Amberley Publishing Henrys Roses
Book SynopsisThe author of THE BOLEYNS examines the lives and times of three of Henry VIII's 'other' women - his mother and two sisters.
£20.00
Amberley Publishing Norwich A Potted History
Book SynopsisAn accessible history of Norwich from its beginnings to the present day highlighting the cityâs significant events and people.
£14.39
