Collection: 19th Century Books
Discover rare and antique 19th century books that capture the stories, discoveries, and culture of the 1800s. Perfect for collectors, historians, and anyone inspired by the richness of the past.
Step into the 1800s with our collection of 19th century books at J.W.B Books. Discover rare and antique volumes that reflect the knowledge, ideas, and achievements of a remarkable era. From classic literature and historical accounts to scientific works and travel and exploration books, these titles offer a fascinating glimpse into the world of the 1800s. Perfect for collectors, historians, and anyone with a passion for the past.
The Legacy of 19th Century Books
Our selection features original editions, influential authors, and significant publications that helped shape literature, science, culture, and the spirit of exploration. Each book brings the craftsmanship and intellectual curiosity of its time to your collection.
Browse Our 19th Century Books Collection
Looking for a specific title or subject? Use our search to find books by author, title, or year of publication. You might also enjoy exploring our vintage Scottish Books or antique History Books collections for further inspiration.
All of our 19th century books are clearly described and sourced with care, so you can buy with confidence from J.W.B Books.
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Scottish Ballad Poetry 1893
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Scottish Poetry of the Sixteenth Century Sir David Lindsay, John Bellenden, King James The Fifth, Sir Richard Maitland, Alexander Scott, Alexander Montgomerie 1892
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Early Scottish Poetry Thomas The Rhymer John Barbour Androw of Wyntoun Henry The Minstrel 1891
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Lives of Eminent Men of Aberdeen By James Bruce 1841
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Per Lineam Valli: A New Argument Touching The Earthen Rampart Between Tyne and Solway By George Neilson 1891
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Constitutional History of England By George Burton Adams
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Days At The Coast: A Series of Sketches Descriptive of the Firth of Clyde by Hugh MacDonald 1878
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Rambles Round Glasgow Descriptive, Historical and Traditional By Hugh MacDonald
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Memoir and Remains of the Rev. Robert Murray M'Cheyne Minister of St. Peter's Church, Dundee By The Rev. Andrew A. Bonar 1883
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A Guide To The Coins of Great Britain & Ireland In Gold, Silver, and Copper By The Late Col. W. Stewart Thorburn 1888
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Self-Help; With Illustrations of Character, Conduct and Perseverance By Samuel Smiles 1869
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History of The French Protestant Refugees From The Revocation Of The Edict of Nantes To The Present Time By Charles Weiss 1854
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The Life of Richard Lord Westbury Formerly Lord Chancellor With Selections From His Correspondence By Thomas Arthur 1888
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The Literary Shrines of Yorkshire: The Literary Pilgrim In The Dales By J. A. Erskine Stuart 1892
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An Introduction To The Dialogues of Plato By W. Sewell 1841
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Characters and Characteristics of William Law Nonjuror and Mystic Selected and Arranged With An Introduction By Alexander Whyte 1893
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Jerome Cardan A Biographical Study By W.G. Waters 1898 1st Edition Antique Book
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Sixty Years' Experience As An Irish Landlord Memoirs of John Hamilton By Rev. H. C. White
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The Beautiful, The Picturesque, The Sublime By The Rev. J. G. Macvicar 1837
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Descartes, Spinoza and The New Philosophy By James Iverach 1904
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Factory Act Legislation Its Industrial and Commercial Effects, Actual and Prospective Being The Cobden Prize Essay For 1891 By Victorine Jeans 1892
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The Wrong Box By Robert Louis Stevenson and Lloyd Osbourne 1895
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The World's Desire By H. Rider Haggard and Andrew Lang 1895
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Warp and Woof Hesps of Homespun Yarns Gleanings Social, Commercial, and Clerical By David M. Nicoll 1897
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