Collection: All History Books
Antique history books offer a fascinating glimpse into the past, providing insight into the thoughts, views, and events of previous generations. These timeless volumes preserve knowledge from eras long gone by, allowing us to connect with history in a way that only books of this age can.
Old books not only serve as a window into history, but also showcase the craftsmanship and significance of early printed works, particularly 17th century and 18th-century editions. Whether you're an avid collector or simply a lover of history, our extensive collection brings history to life in its most authentic form.
We take great pride in offering a wide selection of old 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 books and are proud to offer a remarkable range of rare and collectible editions, each telling the unique story of Scotland's rich past.
Explore our collection of antique history books below, or use the links to browse through our carefully categorised selections. Whether you’re interested in Scottish history, English and British history, or other fascinating historical periods, you’re sure to find something that sparks your interest.
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A Colourmaster Guide to Scottish Castles
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"See, When You Look Back..." Clydeside Reminiscences of the Home Front, 1939-45 by Margaret Bennett, Signed
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Renfrewshire, A Scottish County's Hidden Past by Derek Alexander and Gordon McCrae, 2012
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Oats: Their Cultivation and Use from Ancient Times to the Present Day by William M. Findlay, 1956
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All For A Handful of Seed: The Life and Adventures of David Douglas by Archie Smith, 1997, Signed
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When I Was Young: Voices From Lost Communities in Scotland, The Islands by Timothy Neat, 2000, Signed
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The Horseman's Word: Blacksmiths and Horsemanship in Twentieth-Century Scotland by Timothy Neat, 2002
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Sir William Burrell's Northern Tour, 1758, Edited by John G. Dunbar, 1997
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The New Minstrelsy of the Scottish Border 1805-2005 by Walter Elliot, 2006
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A History of the Highland Clearances, Agrarian Transformation and the Evictions 1746-1886 by Eric Richards
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None Dare Oppose, The Laird, The Beast and the People of Lewis by John MacLeod, 2010
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A Noble And Potent Lady, Katherine Campbell, Countess of Crawford by Mary Verschuur, 2006
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Studying Scottish History, Literature & Culture Edited by Ian Donnacie, 1996
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Fonn 's Duthchas, Land and Legacy. The Scottish Highlands: A Contested Country
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"Back to the Wind, Front to the Sun", The Traditional Croft House by Caroline Hirst, 2005
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A Reputation for Excellence, A History of the Glasgow Printing Industry, 1994
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Our War, Clackmannanshire & Stirlingshire During the Second World War, 2006
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The Voyage of the Challenger by Eric Linklater, 1972
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Dalriada, Heartland of Scotland by K. M. MacPhee, 2012
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Argyll Curiosities by Marian Pallister, 2007
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On Your Bike, Thirteen Years of Travelling Curators by Alexander Fenton
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She Was Aye Workin', Memories of Tenement Women in Edinburgh and Glasgow by Helen Clark and Elizabeth Carnegie, 2003
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Island Journeys, A Countrywoman's Travels by Bessie Skea, 1993
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Sottish Cinemas Remembered, Pictures Past by Janet McBain, 1985
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The High Girders, The Story of the Tay Bridge Disaster, by John Prebble, 1979
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The Lion in the North by John Prebble, 1981
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The Highland Clearances, People, Landlords and Rural Turmoil by Eric Richards, 2000
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Scottish Prehistory by Richard Oram, 1997
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The Past at Work, Around the Lomonds, by G. P. Bennett
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The Lowland Clearances, Scotland's Silent Revolution 1760-1830 by Peter Aitchison and Andrew Cassell, 2003
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Inveraray, The Royal Burgh by Alexander Fraser, 1977
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The Templars, The Dramatic History of the Knights Templar, The Most Powerful Military Order of the Crusades, 2003
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Then & There The Highland Clearances by Finlay McKichan, 1979
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Scottish Printed Books 1508-2008 by Antony Kamm, 2008
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Life Among the Scots by Janet Adam Smith, 1946, Antique Book
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Fisher Blue, A Collection of North-east Tales and Poems, by Peter Buchan, 1988, Signed
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