Collection: All History Books
Step back in time with our collection of antique and vintage history books. These timeless volumes offer a fascinating glimpse into the thoughts, events, and discoveries that shaped the world, preserving knowledge from times long gone by. Whether you’re an avid collector or simply a lover of history, our extensive selection brings the past to life in its most authentic form.
The Timeless Value of Vintage & Antique History Books
Old history books do more than recount the past; they capture the ideas, artistry, and perspectives of previous generations. From beautifully bound early editions to fascinating works from the 19th and 20th centuries, each book is a window into the world as it was understood at the time. These volumes offer collectors and history lovers a tangible link to the people and events that shaped our shared story.
Explore Our History Books by Category
We take great pride in offering a wide selection of history books covering a variety of geographical locations and historical subjects. As the driving force behind J.W.B Books, we have a particular passion for Scottish history and are proud to offer a remarkable range of rare and collectible editions, each telling the unique story of Scotland's rich past. Scroll down to view all of our history books on offer, or click the links below to explore a specific history book collection:
- Scottish History Books – Discover the stories, legends, and pivotal moments that have shaped Scotland’s unique identity.
- English History Books – Delve into the rich tapestry of England’s past, from monarchy and empire to everyday life.
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British History Books – Explore the fascinating events and figures that have influenced Britain through the ages.
- Other History Books – Find hidden gems and lesser-known histories from around the world and across time.
- Naval and Military History Books – Uncover tales of conflict, bravery, and strategy from the battlefields and high seas.
- Natural History Books – Journey through the wonders of nature and scientific discovery as recorded in historic texts.
Looking for a particular title or subject? Use our search function to find books by author, topic, or date. All of our antique books are carefully sourced and clearly described, so you can buy with confidence.
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Industrial Archaeology Stone Blocks and Iron Rails By Bertram Baxter 1966
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Extracts From The Council Register Of The Burgh of Aberdeen 1625-1642 & 1643-1747
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Miscellany of The Scottish Burgh Records Society 1881
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Descriptive Guide Picturesque Stonehaven By J. Reid 3rd Edition 1999 Reprint
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The Chambered Tombs of Scotland By Audrey Shore Henshall Volume Two 1972
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A New History of Aberdeenshire Edited By Alexander Smith 1875 In 2 Parts
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David Angus The Life and Adventures of a Victorian Railway Engineer By Craig Mair 1989
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The History of Dunblane By Alexander B. Barty 1994
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The Clan Mackintosh The Spearhead of the Clan Chattan By Jean Dunlop 1960
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The Scottish Insurrection of 1820 By P. Berresford Ellis and Seumas Mac A'Ghobhainn 1970
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The Anglo-Saxon Chronicles The Authentic Voices of England, From The Time of Julius Caesar To The Coronation of Henry II Translated and Collated By Anne Savage 1988
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Scottish Housing In The Twentieth Century Edited By Richard Rodger 1989
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Rentale Dunkeldense Being Accounts of the Bishopric (A.D. 1505-1517) With Myln's Lives of the Bishops' (A.D. 1483-1517) Translated and Edited By Robert Kerr Hannay 1915
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Highland Postbag The Correspondence of Four MacDougall Chiefs 1715-1865 By Jean MacDougall 1984
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Britons Forging The Nation 1707-1837 By Linda Colley 1992
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Men of Iron The Crowleys In The Early Iron Industry By M. W. Flinn 1962
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The Medieval Life of King Alfred The Great A Translation and Commentary On The Text Attributed To Asser By Alfred P. Smyth 2002
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Ancient Peoples and Places Wessex Before The Celts By J.F.S. Stone 1958
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Kings, Rulers, and Statesmen 2005
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The Poor In Western Europe In The Eighteenth and Nineteenth Centuries By Stuart Woolf 1986
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Why Ireland Starved: A Quantitative and Analytical History of the Irish Economy, 1800-1850 By Joel Mokyr 1985
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Megalithic Brittany A Guide To Over 350 Ancient Sites and Monuments By Aubrey Burl 1985
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Under The Hammer: Edward I and Scotland, 1286-1306 By Fiona J. Watson 1998
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A Storm In Flanders The Ypres Salient, 1914-1918: Tragedy and Triumph On The Western Front By Winston Groom 2002
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