English Historical Books

Step into English history, spanning monarchs, battles and the quieter records of English family and county life. Whether you want the big national story or the small local one, it's all here. If it's the wider story of the United Kingdom you're after too, our British History Books collection covers the bigger picture.

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English history books: the monarchs, the plots and the counties they ruled

“This royal throne of kings, this sceptred isle... this blessed plot, this earth, this realm, this England.”

— William Shakespeare

English history spans a vast sweep of monarchs, battles, plots and reformations. But aside from these monumental moments, its history has been shaped as much by ordinary families and small towns as by the names still remembered today. Few centuries of it pass quietly.

You'll find biographies and studies of Anglo-Saxon and medieval kings, the Wars of the Roses, Tudor and Stuart-era history including Henry VIII's final years, and social histories of Georgian and Victorian England. There are county and town histories too, from Yorkshire and Gloucestershire to Cambridgeshire and Nottinghamshire in the King's England series, alongside genealogical guides to English surnames and family research.

Every book here has been checked and described individually, with any faults noted rather than glossed over, and new titles are added regularly.

Frequently Asked Questions

What kind of English history books do you stock?

We stock everything from the Plantagenets and the Wars of the Roses to the Tudor and Stuart periods and the Georgian and Victorian eras, plus much more.

Do you have books on the history of a specific English county or town?

Yes, we carry local and county histories, including volumes from the King's England series covering individual English counties in detail.

What's the difference between this collection and your British History Books collection?

This collection focuses specifically on England. Our British History Books collection covers the wider story of the United Kingdom, including Scotland, Wales and Ireland.

Are these books useful for family history or genealogy research?

Yes, we carry books on English surnames and genealogical records, useful starting points for anyone researching their family history.

Can I see the condition before I buy?

We photograph each book closely so you can see its binding, pages and wear before you buy. Condition varies from book to book, and anything worth knowing is noted in the listing.

Do you have English history book gifts?

Yes, our History Book Gifts collection is put together specifically for anyone with a strong interest in history.

How old are the books in this collection?

Ages vary quite a bit, from antique volumes well over a century old to more recently published histories, so it's worth checking the individual listing.

Do you ship internationally?

Yes, we ship both within the UK and overseas, and orders over £50 qualify for free UK delivery.

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