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.

Scottish History Books

English History Books

British History Books

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Military & Naval History

Reviews of the Administration the Town's Affairs by Successive Town Councils between May 1660 and December 1965 and of the History and Development of the Town's Farms by David T. Adam, The Royal Burgh of Forfar

Reviews of the Administration the Town's Affairs by Successive Town Councils between May 1660 and December 1965 and of the History and Development of the Town's Farms by David T. Adam, The Royal Burgh of Forfar

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Chambers's Information for the People Edited by William and Robert Chambers, 1842 Volumes I and II

Chambers's Information for the People Edited by William and Robert Chambers, 1842 Volumes I and II

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100 Years of Economic Development in Great Britain 1840-1940 by G. P. Jones and A. J. Pool, 1971

100 Years of Economic Development in Great Britain 1840-1940 by G. P. Jones and A. J. Pool, 1971

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The Fatal Illness of Frederick The Noble by Morell MacKenzie, 1888

The Fatal Illness of Frederick The Noble by Morell MacKenzie, 1888

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Nuremberg, Evil on Trial by James Owen, 2006

Nuremberg, Evil on Trial by James Owen, 2006

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Travels In The Island of Iceland During the Summer of the Year 1810, by Sir George Steuart MacKenzie, 1811

Travels In The Island of Iceland During the Summer of the Year 1810, by Sir George Steuart MacKenzie, 1811

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The Passing of the Stewarts by Agnes Mure Mackenzie 1937

The Passing of the Stewarts by Agnes Mure Mackenzie 1937

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A Short History of Scotland by Robert L. Mackie, 1955

A Short History of Scotland by Robert L. Mackie, 1955

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The Royal Way, A Souvenir of the King's Jubilee, 1935

The Royal Way, A Souvenir of the King's Jubilee, 1935

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The Story of W. R. N. S by Eileen Bigland, 1946

The Story of W. R. N. S by Eileen Bigland, 1946

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Portrait of The Scott Country by Marion Lochhead, 1968

Portrait of The Scott Country by Marion Lochhead, 1968

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A Short History of the English People by John Richard Green, Volume 2

A Short History of the English People by John Richard Green, Volume 2

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Treatise on Husband and Wife According to the Law of Scotland by Patrick Fraser Volumes I and II, 1876, 1878

Treatise on Husband and Wife According to the Law of Scotland by Patrick Fraser Volumes I and II, 1876, 1878

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The Romans In Scotland, An Introduction to the Collections of the National Museum of Antiquities of Scotland by Clarke, Breeze & Mackay, 1980

The Romans In Scotland, An Introduction to the Collections of the National Museum of Antiquities of Scotland by Clarke, Breeze & Mackay, 1980

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Kirkintilloch Shipbuilding by A. I. Bowman, 1983

Kirkintilloch Shipbuilding by A. I. Bowman, 1983

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Social Conditions Around the Lomonds 1775-1875 by G. P. Bennett

Social Conditions Around the Lomonds 1775-1875 by G. P. Bennett

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Scotland - The Brand. The Making of Scottish Heritage by David McCrone, Angela Morris and Richard Kiely, 1999

Scotland - The Brand. The Making of Scottish Heritage by David McCrone, Angela Morris and Richard Kiely, 1999

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Murder Under Trust, The Topical MacBeth and other Jacobean Matters by Arthur Melville Clark, 1981

Murder Under Trust, The Topical MacBeth and other Jacobean Matters by Arthur Melville Clark, 1981

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Scotland Under Mary Stuart, an Account of Everyday Life by Madeleine Bingham, 1974

Scotland Under Mary Stuart, an Account of Everyday Life by Madeleine Bingham, 1974

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The Thistle At War by Helen McCorry, 1997

The Thistle At War by Helen McCorry, 1997

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Unionist Nationalism, Governing Urban Scotland, 1830-1860 by Graeme Morton, 1999

Unionist Nationalism, Governing Urban Scotland, 1830-1860 by Graeme Morton, 1999

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Kerrera Mirror of History by Hope MacDougall of MacDougall, 2004

Kerrera Mirror of History by Hope MacDougall of MacDougall, 2004

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The Twelve Greatest Sovereigns, the Most Historically Signification and Interesting Coins from 200 Years of the Gold Sovereign's History, 2017, Signed

The Twelve Greatest Sovereigns, the Most Historically Signification and Interesting Coins from 200 Years of the Gold Sovereign's History, 2017, Signed

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The Damnable Duke of Cumberland by Anthony Bird, A Character Study and Vindication of Ernest Augustus, Duke of Cumberland and King of Hanover, 1966

The Damnable Duke of Cumberland by Anthony Bird, A Character Study and Vindication of Ernest Augustus, Duke of Cumberland and King of Hanover, 1966

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Morvern Transformed, A Highland Parish in the Nineteenth Century by Philip Gaskell, 1968

Morvern Transformed, A Highland Parish in the Nineteenth Century by Philip Gaskell, 1968

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The House of Stuart, It's Rise and Fall by Maurice Ashley, 1980

The House of Stuart, It's Rise and Fall by Maurice Ashley, 1980

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The Rough Wooings, Mary Queen of Scots 1542-1551 by Marcus Merriman, 2000

The Rough Wooings, Mary Queen of Scots 1542-1551 by Marcus Merriman, 2000

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A Dominie Abroad by A. S. Neill, 1923

A Dominie Abroad by A. S. Neill, 1923

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The Well of the Heads, and other Tales of the Scottish Clans by Stuart McHardy, 2005

The Well of the Heads, and other Tales of the Scottish Clans by Stuart McHardy, 2005

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Studies in the Psychology of Sex, Vol I, Sexual Inversion by Havelock Ellis, 1897, First Edition

Studies in the Psychology of Sex, Vol I, Sexual Inversion by Havelock Ellis, 1897, First Edition

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Wellington, The Years of the Sword by Elizabeth Longford, 1971

Wellington, The Years of the Sword by Elizabeth Longford, 1971

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Glen Tanar Valley of Echoes and Hidden Treasures By Francois Louis Pierre Fouin 2010

Glen Tanar Valley of Echoes and Hidden Treasures By Francois Louis Pierre Fouin 2010

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The Sword-bearers, Studies in Supreme Command in the First World War by Correlli Barnett, 1963

The Sword-bearers, Studies in Supreme Command in the First World War by Correlli Barnett, 1963

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The King's Darling, Adelaide of Savoy Duchess of Burgundy and Mother of Louis XV by Lt.-Col Henri Carre, Translated by George Slocombe

The King's Darling, Adelaide of Savoy Duchess of Burgundy and Mother of Louis XV by Lt.-Col Henri Carre, Translated by George Slocombe

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West Highland Steam Revival by Tom Noble, 1984

West Highland Steam Revival by Tom Noble, 1984

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Scotland's Lost Railways - 1. The Borders, Edited by Iain R. Smith, 1982

Scotland's Lost Railways - 1. The Borders, Edited by Iain R. Smith, 1982

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